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'''Mind-wipe''' (also referred to as '''mind-cleansing''',{{Fn|2a}} '''mind-sweeping''',{{Fn|3}} '''mind-purging''', or '''mind-scrubbing'''){{Fn|2c}} is a process frequently used by the [[Inquisition]] to remove memories from an individual.{{Fn|1a}} The best way to keep a secret is to force an individual to forget it, at least if execution isn't preferable. Knowing one of any number of secrets in the Imperium often comdemns an individual to mind-wipe by the Inquisition.{{Fn|2b}} This process is also utilised by the [[Adeptus Mechanicus]] and [[Space Marines]].

The Inquisition uses this process with varying degrees of frequency and used at their own discretion on various [[acolytes]] and hecnhman{{Fn|1a}} or on more elite assets like [[Eversor Assassins]].{{Fn|1b}}{{Fn|2e}} Inquisitors will mind-wipe or execute individuals exposed to the knowledge of [[Daemons]] at their own discretion, whether it be a [[guardsman]] or [[planetary governor]].{{Fn|1c}}

Some Inquisitors often use the brutally invasive mind-cleansing and mental reprogramming techniques to repair the mind's of their assets and acolytes. Often times the most effective way to repair a damaged mind that has experienced severe mental trauma is to force it to forget the trauma suffered in the first place.{{Fn|2a}} When the [[Ordo Malleus]] requisitions [[Imperial Guard]] troops to combat Daemonic threats, at the conclusion of an operation the Inquisitor typically disposed of said troops, often times via bombing. Some see this as a mercy after witnessing such mind-bending horrors. However, if they are highly-trained elite troops or otherwise seen as valuable, they might be fortunate enough to be mind-wiped. This is an intensive process reserved typically reserved for troops the Inquisitor plans to keep in their service and use in future operations.{{Fn|2d}}

High ranking members of the Adeptus Mechanicus place a high value on the secrecy of their work and are known to mind-wipe th entire crew of ships housing their research facilities in order to maintain loyalty and secrecy.{{Fn|3}}