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The '''Cadian System''' is a [[system|planetary system]] within the [[Segmentum Obscurus]]. It lies at the edge of the [[Eye of Terror]], within a narrow corridor of stable space known as the [[Cadian Gate]].
===Overview===[[FIle:EOT2003CadianSystem.jpg|thumb|right|700px|Map of the Cadian System with images of its star and ten planets as seen from space in order below.{{Fn|7}}]]
The most renowned world of the system is [[Cadia]], from which the [[Imperium]] guards the surrounding area against the forces of [[Chaos]] that dwell within the Eye. Its defence is vital for the survival of the Imperium.{{Fn|2}}
Before the [[13th Black Crusade]] in 999.[[M41]], the Cadian System was composed of ten planets.{{Fn|2}} During the conflict, [[Cadia]], [[Macharia (Hive World)|Macharia]] and [[St. Josmane's Hope]] were destroyed.{{Fn|3}} Many worlds of the Cadian System were assaulted following the destruction of Cadia itself, but the Great Exodus of Cadians helped defend many of them.{{Fn|4}}
===Planets of the Cadian System===[[Image:Cadian System Map.jpg|thumb|450px|Map of the '''Cadian System'''{{Fn|2}}]]
*[[Prosan]] — Used as a military training ground due to its hostile environment.{{Fn|2}}
*[[Korolis]] — Producer of promethian weapons grade atomic materials.{{Fn|2}}
*[[Kalisus]] — [[Ice World|ice moon]] and furthest planet of the system.{{Fn|8}}
===Sources===
*{{Endn|1}}: [[Codex: Imperial Guard (2nd Edition)]], pg. 11
*{{Endn|2}}: [[Codex: Eye of Terror (3rd Edition)]], pg. 24
