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==General Merits== | ==General Merits== | ||
These merits are awarded to all Imperial personnel. The following honors are listed from lowest to highest in eminence. | These merits are awarded to all Imperial personnel with the exception of the Inquisition who use their own unique system of commendations. The following honors are listed from lowest to highest in eminence. | ||
===Administratum Medal=== | ===Administratum Medal=== | ||
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===Blooded Cross=== | |||
A skull emblazoned on a red Maltese Cross, the Blooded Cross is awarded often to field medics for their bravery under fire in the face of grave danger. Those who receive it are often seen as "blooded" by the troops. | |||
'''Recipient revived 5 or more during an operation.''' | |||
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===The Triple Skull=== | ===The Triple Skull=== | ||
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===Ruby Skull=== | |||
A gold skull with a black cross fitted with a single ruby, this medal is awarded for those who risked life and limb to ensure the sanctity of the lifeblood of others in battle. Wearers of this medal are rightly respected for their selfless devotion as well as for operating under dangerous situations. | |||
'''Recipient revived 10 or more during an operation''' | |||
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===Victory Star=== | ===Victory Star=== | ||
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Most commonly seen worn by Officio Medicae personnel, this medal bears a single crimson ruby. The Crimson Skull is given to warriors who, whilst directly involved in a combat situation, have successfully administered first aid to wounded personnel. Veteran field medics are never seen without this medal, however it is not uncommon for particularly valorous soldiers to earn one by saving the lives of injured comrades. | Most commonly seen worn by Officio Medicae personnel, this medal bears a single crimson ruby. The Crimson Skull is given to warriors who, whilst directly involved in a combat situation, have successfully administered first aid to wounded personnel. Veteran field medics are never seen without this medal, however it is not uncommon for particularly valorous soldiers to earn one by saving the lives of injured comrades. | ||
'''Recipient performed 15 revives | '''Recipient performed 15 revives during an operation''' | ||
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Awarded to warriors who have engaged in dangerous combat zones and triumphed. This award is only given to those who have proven victorious, this award denotes considerable dedication and devotion to service. | Awarded to warriors who have engaged in dangerous combat zones and triumphed. This award is only given to those who have proven victorious, this award denotes considerable dedication and devotion to service. | ||
'''Recipient | '''Recipient repaired ten or more resource buildings during an operation.''' | ||
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===Steel Aquila=== | |||
A golden half-circle bearing a simple steel Imperial Eagle is one of the most prestigious medals awarded to combat personnel. Often referred to as the "lunatic's eagle," the Steel Aquila is awarded to warriors who, in the face of great personal danger, have triumphed over the enemy and returned in a condition fit for further active duty. This award is never issued without good cause, and only the most spectacularly violent and impressive feats of personal valour will earn it. | |||
'''Recipient killed 30 enemies during an operation''' | |||
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==Special Commendations== | |||
These medals are awarded at the discretion of the officer empowered to award them to the recipient in question, these are considered more prestigious than the General Merits but not as much as Command Merits. | |||
===Bronze Wreath=== | |||
The Bronze Wreath is awarded at the end of an operation by a squad commander to the member of the squad, excluding themselves, they felt was the most valuable soldier during the course of the operation, both in terms of participation and services rendered to the Imperium, most commonly for exemplary valor in combat. | |||
'''One awarded per operation per squad, awarded at the discretion of the squad's commander to the most valuable soldier in the squad during an operation.''' | |||
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===Silver Wreath=== | |||
The Silver Wreath is the more prestigious counterpart to the Bronze Wreath. This is awarded by commanding officers to the most capable, honorable, and valorous soldiers under their command. | |||
'''One awarded per operation per agency, awarded at the discretion of the recipient's agency head to the most valuable soldier in the agency during an operation.''' | |||
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===Gold Wreath=== | |||
The Gold Wreath is a special commendation, highly prestigious and considered by some to be in the same class as the highly coveted Merit of the High Lords. This merit is awarded at the discretion of the Lord General Militant. | |||
'''One awarded per operation, awarded at the discretion of the Lord General Militant to the most valuable soldier in the Imperium.''' | |||
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==Command Commendations== | |||
These merits are awarded by Command discretion unlike the General Merits and the Special Commendations and are considered the most prestigious by their nature. | |||
===Explorator Medal=== | |||
A fairly simple medal consisting of a compass rose with a green and white five part ribbon, the Explorator Medal is awarded in recognition of taking part in special Command-approved expeditions. These expeditions are often special assignments vital to the success of the Imperium. | |||
'''Recipient participated in a special expedition.''' | |||
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===Ribbon Intrinsic=== | ===Ribbon Intrinsic=== | ||
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=== | ===Merit of the High Lords=== | ||
To be awarded a Merit of the High Lords is a rare honour, bestowed upon the greatest of commanders -- those whose valour is such that his name has been mentioned in the Chamber of the High Lords. It is nicknamed the "double-edged sword," as it inevitably means the individual who receives it will be under particular scrutiny from his superiors from that point on. 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. | |||
'''One awarded per operation, awarded at the discretion of [[Imperial Command|Command]] to the most valuable soldier during an operation''' | |||
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==Agency Specific Merits== | |||
These are awarded by the Agency or, in the case of Space Marines or Sisters of Battle, the specific order to its members. | |||
[[ | ===[[Black Templars]]=== | ||
=== | ====The Black Sword==== | ||
A greatsword of enameled silver surmounted on a gold Imperial Eagle, this is bestowed only upon those who have served valiantly as the Emperor's Champion during an operation. This merit is a sign of being in the presence of a truly formidable, respected, and devout warrior. | |||
'''One awarded per operation | '''One awarded per operation to the Battle Brother chosen to serve as Emperor's Champion''' | ||
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