There might be dark and mysterious characters. Given the 'black' in the title, it's possible that there are antagonists or morally ambiguous characters who drive the plot forward. These could be sorcerers or cult leaders who have their own motives for the crusade, motives that might not be in line with the common good. On the other hand, there could also be characters who are on a journey of redemption within the context of the black crusade. They might have a dark past but are trying to make amends during this intense and dangerous crusade.
There could be brave warriors. They are likely to be at the forefront of the crusade, facing the challenges directly.
Maybe there are some cunning strategists. In a crusade, especially one as complex as the black crusade, smart planning is essential, and these characters would be crucial for devising battle plans and political maneuvers. They might not be as physically strong as the warriors but their intelligence would be a great asset. Also, there could be characters who are conflicted. They might be involved in the black crusade not out of their own will, but due to some external factors like loyalty to a certain group or fear of reprisal. Their internal struggle between what they believe is right and what they are forced to do could add depth to the story.
There are likely to be Chaos Lords as main characters on the side of Chaos. Maybe a powerful daemon prince leading the charge.
Abaddon the Despoiler is an important character as he leads the Black Crusade. There are also various Space Marine characters who oppose him.
The key events often involve large - scale battles between the forces of Chaos and the Imperium. There are likely heroic stands by the Imperium's defenders and devious strategies by the Chaos forces.
The owner of the vineyard would likely be a key character. They would be responsible for making decisions about the vineyard's operations, from what grapes to plant to how to market the wine. There might also be a young and curious apprentice, eager to learn all about winemaking. And perhaps a local artist who finds inspiration in the beauty of the vineyard.
One interesting Black Crusade story could be about a lone Chaos Space Marine who manages to infiltrate an Imperial stronghold. He uses his wits and the powers granted by the Chaos Gods to cause chaos within. Another might involve a group of heretics banding together during a Black Crusade, each with their own motives for following the path of Chaos. There are also stories of battles where the forces of Chaos face off against the Imperium in epic and brutal confrontations during the Black Crusade.
Maybe there are also customers or clients in the stories. Their interactions with the business led by the 'black boss cock' could be part of the plot. For instance, the boss's unique style might attract certain types of customers who are looking for a strong - willed leader in the business they deal with, or it could also drive some customers away. And the employees' efforts to manage these customer relationships under the boss's leadership would be an interesting aspect of the story.
The main themes often include chaos, war, and the struggle between good and evil. The novels typically depict the brutal and unending conflict that is characteristic of the Black Crusades.
A story where a group of Black Crusade players managed to turn a previously loyal Imperial world into a Chaos - ruled hellhole. They did it by manipulating the planet's religious leaders and causing civil unrest. It was memorable because of the elaborate schemes they used, like spreading false prophecies and causing famines to make the people lose faith in the Emperor.
There could be a resilient character. You know, someone who has faced a lot of difficulties but still holds on until the joy comes in the morning. Maybe a single mother who struggles to raise her kids but finally finds happiness.
I'm not sure specifically as it depends on the details of the novel. But usually, there would be a protagonist who leads the crusade, perhaps a brave warrior or a clever strategist.