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===Crimson Skull===
The '''Crimson Skull''' is given to soldiers who managed to successfully give medical aid in a combat situation. It is also common among members of the Officio Cadian Medicae personnel and especially veteran field medics.<sup>4</sup>
===Eagle Ordinary===
A medal given to soldiers and personnel from associated military organisations (including the [[Imperial Navy]] and the [[Officio Medicae]]) for acts of valour beyond what is required. However, this does not apply to acts that are considered "extraordinary", which leads many bearers to joke that they are the "boring heroes" within their regiment. These who do not own this medal still regard it as a symbol of courage.<sup>4</sup>
[[Image:Honorifica-Imperialis.gif|right|thumb|The Honorifica Imperialis<sup>1</sup>]]
===Honorifica Imperialis===
'''Honorifica Imperialis''' is a term that refers to a number of gallantry medals. Each [[Segmentum]] has its own variant, such as the '''Obscuras Honorifica'''. The bearer of an Honorifica Imperialis is regarded as a genuine hero of the Imperium and will enjoy the highest regards from his comrades and superiors. Also, there are many campaign variants of this medal, so medals for ancient campaigns are highly prized by collectors.<sup>1</sup>
===Knight of Medusa===
Both a medal and honorific title given to officers of the rank of a Colonel and above. It is given to those who have led their regiment in 30 or more days of consecutive combat.<sup>4</sup>
===Order of the Scarlet Wing===
===Merit of High Lords===
The '''Merit of the High Lords''' is a rare honour given to Guard commanders. Those who receive it had their names mentioned in the Chamber of the [[High Lord]]s. It is nicknamed the "double-edged sword," as it inevitably means the individual who receives it will be under particular scrutiny from his superiors. He can expect to be assigned by jealous superiors to the most horrific battlefronts in order to pass on his wisdom and courage first hand.<sup>4</sup>
===Merit of Terra===
The '''Merit of Terra''' is awarded to soldiers who have voluntarily postponed their own demobilization, thus serving much longer than expected. It is seen as a sign of loyalty and self-sacrifice, which all Imperial military personnel respect, reportedly even [[Space Marines]].<sup>4</sup>
===Order of Ollanius Pius===
[[Ollanius Pius]] was the lone Man who stood in front of Warmaster [[Horus]], sacrificing his life for the [[Emperor]]. His saint-like image is usually on Imperial Guard banners, and this medal is the highest honour a mortal man can earn in the service of the Imperium.<sup>5</sup>
===Order of the Storm===
The '''Order of the Storm''' is a campaign given to soldiers who have been wounded during the Medusa V campaign and managed to return to their units. Variants include the so called "double storm" and "triple storm", earned by those who have been wounded several times.<sup>4</sup>
===Ribbon Intrinsic===
===Skull of the Mechanicus===
The iconic symbol of the Mechanicus can be given to those who have fought to defend of aid members of the cult. This medal is given somewhat whimsically as it is up to the Tech-Priest in question to give and has no uniform requirements.*<sup>76</sup>
===Star of Terra===
The '''Star of Terra''' is the highest military honour a soldier can achieve in his lifetime.<sup>2</sup> Notable bearers of this award include [[Imperial_Guard_Hierarchy#Non-Commissioned_Officers|Sergeant]] [[Lukas Bastonne]] of Cadia<sup>2</sup> and [[Guardsman]] [[Sly Marbo]] of [[Catachan]].<sup>3</sup>
===Steel Aquila===
Dubbed the 'lunatics eagle', the '''Steel Aquila''' is awarded only to Guardsmen who were successful in the face of danger and managed to return fit for duty. It is usually only given in the most violent or impressive of cases. <sup>4</sup>
===Triple Skull===
The '''Triple Skull''' medal is a medal bestowed upon those who were in a unit that suffered at least 66% Casualties and survived. It is seen as the inferior Medal to the [[Golden Skull]], which is given posthumously to the fallen of such actions.<sup>4</sup>
===Valoris Imperator===
The Valoris Imperator is awarded to veterans who have served for 20 years or more. While technically a recognition of long and steadfast service, it is usually only awarded posthumously to long standing veterans who have died in particularly unpleasant circumstances. Multiples of this medal may be earned for every multiple of 20 years served.<sup>4</sup>
===Winged Skull===
This is debatably the highest honour a Cadian can be presented with, given for extraordinary courage and determination in the face of extreme danger. Once given, the bearer is referred to as "Warden" or "Bearer of the Ward". A notable bearer is Warden-Colonel Parmenion Thade, given to him after he led a company of his men in the destruction of several [[Chaos Space Marines]] and a [[Chaos Titan]] at it's inception during the [[13th Black Crusade]].<sup>6</sup>
== Sources ==
*<sup>5</sup>:[[Rogue Star (Novel)]]
*<sup>6</sup>:[[Cadian Blood (Novel)]]
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