really...?
ugh.
p. 136
Command Squad
Wargear
- Power armour
- Chainsword
- Frag and krak grenades
- Boltgun or bolt pistol
- Apothecary also has a narthecium
Note that the basic wargear for all members of the command squad, including the champ and the apothecary, are listed here.
when a vet becomes a champ he is equipped "...with a power weapon and combat shield." He doesn't lose his basic wargear. Also, that model is now called a Company Champion and thus does not have access to the Veteran Model Options.
If that isn't clear enough I pity the people you play with.