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The '''Mordian Iron Guard''' are [[Imperial Guard]] [[regiment]]s from the planet [[Mordian]]. A harsh and unforgiving planet given to extremes, it is ruled in the [[Emperor]]'s name by a body known as the ''Tetrarchs''. The rule of the Tetrarchs is harsh, autocratic and above all absolute, a necessity due to planet's scarce and strictly-rationed resources. This environment has bred a regimental system dedicated to the chain of command and an iron discipline at all levels. The Mordian Iron Guard are named and renowned for their iron resolve and their dour and unforgiving natures.
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The '''Mordian Iron Guard''' are [[Imperial Guard]] [[regiment]]s, originally from the planet [[Mordian]]. A harsh and unforgiving planet given to extremes, it was ruled in the [[Emperor of Mankind|Emperor's]] name by a body known as the ''Tetrarchs''. The rule of the Tetrarchs was harsh, autocratic and above all absolute, a necessity due to planet's scarce and strictly-rationed resources. This environment bred a regimental system dedicated to the chain of command and an iron discipline at all levels. The Mordian Iron Guard are named and renowned for their iron resolve and their dour and unforgiving natures. As of the formation of the [[Dark Imperium]], the planet of Mordian had been assailed by [[Chaos]].{{Fn|15}}
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==Recruitment & Training==
 
==Recruitment & Training==
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Training for the Iron Guard is as rigorous as possible, instilling in each [[Guardsman]] fierce loyalty and determination to their cause: the destruction of the Emperor's enemies and the preservation of Mordian. It is only through their legendary discipline and ruthless pursuit of the enemy that the Iron Guard can prevent their world from descending into starvation and savagery.{{Fn|1a}} Among the most dependable troops in the entire Imperium, a Mordian Guardsman will follow orders to the letter and without a moment's hesitation, firing and reloading his [[lasgun]] in the heat of battle until he or his enemy has been destroyed.{{Fn|3a}} These die-hard soldiers are all accomplished sharpshooters and proficient in close order drills.{{Fn|2c}}
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Training for the Iron Guard is as rigorous as possible, instilling in each [[Guardsman]] fierce loyalty and determination to their cause: the destruction of the Emperor's enemies and the preservation of Mordian. It is only through their legendary discipline and ruthless pursuit of the enemy that the Iron Guard can prevent their world from descending into starvation and savagery.{{Fn|1a}} Among the most dependable troops in the entire Imperium, a Mordian Guardsman will follow orders to the letter and without a moment's hesitation, firing and reloading his [[lasgun]] in the heat of battle until he or his enemy has been destroyed.{{Fn|3a}} These die-hard soldiers are all accomplished sharpshooters and proficient in close order drills.{{Fn|2c}}
  
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[[Image:Mordian Iron Guard.jpg‎‎|thumb|right|220px|A Mordian Iron Guard Trooper]]
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[[Image:Mordian Iron Guard.jpg‎‎|thumb|right|220px|A Mordian Iron Guard Trooper{{Fn|1a}}]]
  
 
==Doctrine==
 
==Doctrine==
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A Mordian Iron Guard regiment in battle is a solid wall of brightly-uniformed, perfectly-formed soldiers who cut through the enemy's ranks with precisely-timed volleys of fire behind a hedge of polished bayonets.{{Fn|3a}} Even in the face of the overwhelming [[daemon]]ic hordes of [[Chaos]], Iron Guard regiments will stand their ground, striking down their foe with disciplined fire; if forced to withdraw their lines will never break.{{Fn|1b}} They organize their support weapons into separate [[Heavy Weapons Platoon]]s and make use of both [[Ratling Snipers]] and [[Sanctioned Psykers]] on the battlefield.{{Fn|2c}}
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A Mordian Iron Guard regiment in battle is a solid wall of brightly-uniformed, perfectly-formed soldiers who cut through the enemy's ranks with precisely-timed volleys of fire behind a hedge of polished bayonets.{{Fn|3a}} Even in the face of the overwhelming [[daemon]]ic hordes of [[Chaos]], Iron Guard regiments will stand their ground, striking down their foe with disciplined fire; if forced to withdraw their lines will never break.{{Fn|1b}} They organize their support weapons into separate [[Heavy Weapons Platoon]]s and make use of both [[Ratling Snipers]] and [[Sanctioned Psykers]] on the battlefield.{{Fn|2c}}
  
 
==Equipment==
 
==Equipment==
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The Iron Guards prefer to go into combat wearing the same dress-style uniforms they do on the parade ground. The bright colors and elaborate decoration on Mordian uniforms often mislead their enemies into thinking they are facing ceremonial troops with little combat experience, though this misapprehension is usually corrected as soon as they attempt to advance in the face of the Iron Guards' precise volleys and unyielding resolve. Upon their formation each regiment is presented a lavish banner, created within the Tetrarchal Palace, during a ceremony at which every Guardsman swears to never let it fall or be captured.{{Fn|3a}} Their preferred squad special weapon is the [[Grenade Launcher]] while the [[Lascannon]] is the principle heavy weapon.{{Fn|2c}}
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[[Image:MordiansFFG.jpg|thumb|right|220px|Mordian Iron Guards in battle{{Fn|9a}}]]
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The Iron Guards prefer to go into combat wearing the same dress-style uniforms they do on the parade ground. The bright colors and elaborate decoration on Mordian uniforms often mislead their enemies into thinking they are facing ceremonial troops with little combat experience, though this misapprehension is usually corrected as soon as they attempt to advance in the face of the Iron Guards' precise volleys and unyielding resolve. Upon their formation each regiment is presented a lavish banner, created within the Tetrarchal Palace, during a ceremony at which every Guardsman swears to never let it fall or be captured.{{Fn|3a}} Their preferred squad special weapon is the [[Grenade Launcher]] while the [[Lascannon]] is the principle heavy weapon.{{Fn|2c}}
  
 
==Notable Engagements==
 
==Notable Engagements==
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[[Image:MordiansFFG.jpg|thumb|right|220px|Mordian Iron Guards in battle]]
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*[[Battle of Mordian]]{{Fn|1a}}
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*[[Battle of Mordian]]
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*[[Macharian Crusade]]{{Fn|1a}}
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*[[Macharian Crusade]]
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*[[Battle of the Marble Garden]]{{Fn|1c}}
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*[[Battle of the Marble Garden]]
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*[[Battle for Sularian Gate]]{{Fn|23}}
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*[[Battle for Sularian Gate]]
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*[[Pandorax Campaign]]{{Fn|24}}
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*[[Pandorax Campaign]]
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*[[Sabbat Worlds Crusade]]{{Fn|22}}
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*[[Sabbat Worlds Crusade]]
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*[[Achilus Crusade]]{{Fn|25}}
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*[[Achilus Crusade]]
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*The Fall of [[Malvolion]]{{Fn|26}}
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*The Fall of [[Malvolion]]
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*Pacification of the [[T'arq System]].{{Fn|34}}
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*[[13th Black Crusade]]
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*[[Third War for Armageddon]] — 6 Regiments of Iron Guard participated in the defence of [[Hive Death Mire]].{{Fn|32}}{{Fn|34}}
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*[[Invasion of the Stygius Sector]]
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*[[13th Black Crusade]]{{Fn|27}}
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*The [[Battle of Gathalamor]]{{Fn|28}}
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*[[Invasion of the Stygius Sector|Second Relief of Mordian]]{{Fn|29}}
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*The [[War of Beasts]] on [[Vigilus]]{{Fn|30}}
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*The [[Taking of the Garron Orbital]]{{Fn|17}}
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==Notable Regiments==
 
==Notable Regiments==
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|align=center|4th
 
|align=center|4th
 
|Known only by [[Quotes Astra Militarum#M|saying]] of its [[Imperial Guard Captain|Captain]] [[Macros]]{{Fn|11}}
 
|Known only by [[Quotes Astra Militarum#M|saying]] of its [[Imperial Guard Captain|Captain]] [[Macros]]{{Fn|11}}
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|align=center|[[Mordian 7th|7th]]
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|Fought against the 13th Black Crusade.{{Fn|6}}
 
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|align=center|10th
 
|align=center|10th
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|The Mordian 10th fought in the 13th Black Crusade.{{Fn|6}}
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|Fought against the 13th Black Crusade.{{Fn|6}}
 
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|align=center|11th
 
|align=center|11th
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|The Mordian 11th fought in the [[Sabbat Worlds Crusade]], notably at the [[Battle of Balhaut]].{{Fn|4}}
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|Fought in the [[Sabbat Worlds Crusade]], notably at the [[Battle of Balhaut]].{{Fn|4}}
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|align=center|[[Mordian 16th|16th]]
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|Fought against the 13th Black Crusade.{{Fn|6}}
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|align=center|17th
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|Fought in the [[Battle for Honoria]], in which they were led by [[Colonel]] [[Oosthousen]].{{Fn|18}}
 
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|align=center|26th
 
|align=center|26th
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|align=center|50th
 
|align=center|50th
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|Known as the ''Fort Baton Regulars''.{{Fn|13}}
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|Known as the ''Fort Baton Regulars''.{{Fn|13a}}
 
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|align=center|56th
 
|align=center|56th
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|The 56th Mordian is a mechanised force,{{Fn|1b}} responsible for ending the [[Komarl Revolt]]. Their execution of a tenth of the planet's population for failing in their duty to the Emperor, and the fear of further reprisals, ensured the planet's future loyalty to His divine rule.{{Fn|3b}}
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|The 56th Mordian is a mechanised force,{{Fn|1b}} responsible for ending the [[Komarl Revolt]]. Their execution of a tenth of the planet's population for failing in their duty to the Emperor, and the fear of further reprisals, ensured the planet's future loyalty to His divine rule.{{Fn|3b}}
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|align=center|84th
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|Took part in the [[Battle of Gathalamor]]{{citethis}}
 
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|align=center|91st
 
|align=center|91st
 
|The 91st Mordian Iron Guard, alongside the 33rd, made up the defense of a city-sized promethium refinery on the planet of [[Phrixis]] against a [[Tyranid]] splinter fleet. They hold out for months, until the 91st are wiped out by a cataclysmic explosion caused by a dying Tyranid bio-titan.{{Fn|14}}
 
|The 91st Mordian Iron Guard, alongside the 33rd, made up the defense of a city-sized promethium refinery on the planet of [[Phrixis]] against a [[Tyranid]] splinter fleet. They hold out for months, until the 91st are wiped out by a cataclysmic explosion caused by a dying Tyranid bio-titan.{{Fn|14}}
 
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|align=center|201st
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|align=center|93rd
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|The 93rd Mordian Iron Guard took part in the defense of [[Cadia]] during the [[13th Black Crusade]]. The regiment was wiped out, its final soldier dying during the defense of [[Kasr Myrak]].{{Fn|16}}
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|align=center|98th
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|Dispatched by the [[Imperial Governor]] of [[Malaeor]] to put down a gathering of pilgrims, responsible for the spread of [[Retchpox]] disease. The gathering led to the summoning of the [[Great Unclean One]] [[Obloxxothrax]] and his plague minions, who overran the 98th.{{Fn|35}}
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|align=center|[[Mordian 113th|113th]]
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|Fought against the 13th Black Crusade.{{Fn|6}}
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|align=center|[[Mordian 201st|201st]]
 
|The [[Cyclops Demolition Vehicle]] of the 201th Mordian used for crowd control during the occupation of Hive Secundus of the [[Hive World]] [[Vaust]].{{Fn|5e}}
 
|The [[Cyclops Demolition Vehicle]] of the 201th Mordian used for crowd control during the occupation of Hive Secundus of the [[Hive World]] [[Vaust]].{{Fn|5e}}
 
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|align=center|278th
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|The Mordian 278th took part in the battle for [[Baric Six]] when it lost two entire armoured companies due to a [[Deathstrike Missile Launcher]] stolen by Ork [[Lootas]].{{Fn|3c}}
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|align=center|[[Mordian 667th|667th]]
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|Fought against the 13th Black Crusade.{{Fn|6}}
 
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|style=background:#565656 align=center|'''Regiment'''
 
|style=background:#565656 align=center|'''Regiment'''
 
|style=background:#565656 align=center|'''Notes'''
 
|style=background:#565656 align=center|'''Notes'''
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|align=center|[[Mordian 4th Armoured|4th Armoured]]
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|Known as the ''Cobalt Lions''.{{Fn|13b}}
 
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|align=center|12th Armoured
 
|align=center|12th Armoured
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|Extremely well-drilled and efficient, the 15 [[Company|Companies]] of the Mordian 12th Armoured each consists of thirteen [[Leman Russ Battle Tank]]s. They have recently been deployed to the [[Calixis Sector]]. Currently commanded by [[Colonel]] [[Halon Tanz]].{{Fn|9}}
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|Extremely well-drilled and efficient, the 15 [[Astra Militarum Company|Companies]] of the Mordian 12th Armoured each consist of thirteen [[Leman Russ Battle Tank]]s. They have recently been deployed to the [[Calixis Sector]]. Currently commanded by [[Colonel]] [[Halon Tanz]].{{Fn|9b}}
 
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|align=center|[[Mordian 16th Armoured|16th Armoured]]
 
|The Mordian 16th Armoured regiment contains a [[Stygies VIII]] pattern [[Leman Russ Vanquisher]]. It is either of the first company or of the third, depending on the markings of the vehicle.{{Fn|5a}} The [[Hydra Flak Tank]]s of this Regiment fought with the secessionist fighter wing during the struggle on [[Kaanis Scriptoria]].{{Fn|10}} Also the Regiment includes [[Tarantula]] sentry guns.{{Fn|5f}}
 
|The Mordian 16th Armoured regiment contains a [[Stygies VIII]] pattern [[Leman Russ Vanquisher]]. It is either of the first company or of the third, depending on the markings of the vehicle.{{Fn|5a}} The [[Hydra Flak Tank]]s of this Regiment fought with the secessionist fighter wing during the struggle on [[Kaanis Scriptoria]].{{Fn|10}} Also the Regiment includes [[Tarantula]] sentry guns.{{Fn|5f}}
 
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|align=center|[[Mordian 84th Armoured|84th Armoured]]
 
|The Mordian 84th Armoured regiment contains a [[Chimera]]s with [[Heavy Flamer]]s.{{Fn|5c}}
 
|The Mordian 84th Armoured regiment contains a [[Chimera]]s with [[Heavy Flamer]]s.{{Fn|5c}}
 
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|align=center|278th Armoured
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|align=center|[[Mordian 3rd Heavy Tank Company|3rd Heavy Tank Company]]
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|The Mordian 278th took part in the Battle for Baric Six when it lost two entire armored companies due to a [[Deathstrike Missile Launcher]] stolen by Ork [[Lootas]].{{Fn|3c}}
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|The 3rd Mordian Heavy Tank Company is known to include a [[Mars]]-pattern [[Shadowsword]] (possibly known as ''Alpha Three''{{Fn|7}}) as the third tank of the company, although the rest of the company is a mix of [[Baneblade]]s, Shadowswords and [[Stormblade]]s.{{Fn|5b}} Also contains [[Salamander Command]] as utility and support vehicles.{{Fn|5d}}
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|align=center|3rd Heavy Tank Company
 
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|The 3rd Mordian Heavy Tank Company is known to include a [[Mars]] pattern [[Shadowsword]] (possibly known as ''Alpha Three''{{Fn|7}}) as the third tank of the company, although the rest of the company is a mix of [[Baneblades]], Shadowswords and [[Stormblades]]. It is possible that this tank has had two confirmed [[titan]] kills.{{Fn|5b}} Also contains [[Salamander Command]] as utility and support vehicles.{{Fn|5d}}
 
 
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==Notable Members==
 
==Notable Members==
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*[[General]] Kraig - Commander of the Mordian 26th during [[the Fall of Medusa V]].{{Fn|8}}
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*[[General]] [[Darcus Heiss]] — Commander of the regiments that defended [[Hive Death Mire]] during the [[Third War for Armageddon]].{{Fn|34}}
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*[[Colonel]] [[Vargrif]]
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*[[General]] [[Geinst]]{{Fn|20}}
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*[[Lieutenant]] Brusak - A lieutenant of the Mordian 26th during [[the Fall of Medusa V]].{{Fn|8}}
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*[[General]] [[Kraig]] — Commander of the Mordian 26th during [[the Fall of Medusa V]].{{Fn|8}}
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*[[Imperial Guard Sergeant|Sergeant]] [[Kolst]] - A sergeant of the 211th Mordian, [[Capital Garrison]].{{Cite This}}
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*[[General]] [[Luthor Dvorgin]] — Commander of the 84th Mordian Iron Guard during the [[Indomitus Crusade]]{{Fn|21}}
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*[[Colonel]] [[Vargrif]]{{Fn|31}}
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*[[Colonel]] [[Drask (Colonel)|Drask]] — Colonel of the Mordian 10th.{{Fn|19}}
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*[[Lieutenant (Imperial Guard)|Lieutenant]] [[Brusak]] — A Lieutenant of the Mordian 26th during [[the Fall of Medusa V]].{{Fn|8}}
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*[[Imperial Guard Sergeant|Sergeant]] [[Kolst]] — A Sergeant of the 211th Mordian, [[Capital Garrison]].{{Cite This}}
  
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==Notable Named Vehicle==
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==Notable Named Vehicles==
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*[[Steel Strider]] - [[Sentinel]]{{Fn|12}}
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*''[[Alpha Three]]'' — [[Shadowsword]].{{Fn|7}}
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*''[[Mordian Honour]]'' — [[Baneblade]]. Destroyed during the [[Third War for Armageddon]].{{Fn|33}}
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*''[[Steel Strider]]'' — [[Sentinel]]{{Fn|12}}
  
 
==Gallery==
 
==Gallery==
 
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Image:Mordian.gif|Mordian Iron Guard
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Image:Mordian.gif|Mordian Iron Guard{{Fn|34}}
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Image:Mordians.jpg|Various patterns of Mordian uniforms
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Image:Mordians.jpg|Various patterns of Mordian uniforms{{citethis}}
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Image:Mordianflamer.jpg|A Mordian with a [[Flamer]]
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Image:Mordianflamer.jpg|A Mordian with a [[Flamer]]{{citethis}}
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Mordiancmder.jpg|{{PAGENAME}} [[Lieutenant (Imperial Guard)|Commander]]
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HWT-AK-Mordian.jpg|{{PAGENAME}}s with [[Autocannon]]
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HWT-HB-Mordian.jpg|{{PAGENAME}}s with [[Heavy Bolter]]
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HWT-LK-Mordian.jpg|{{PAGENAME}}s with [[Lascannon]]
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HWT-M-Mordian.jpg|{{PAGENAME}}s with [[Mortar]]
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HWT-ML-Mordian.jpg|{{PAGENAME}}s with [[Missile Launcher]]
 
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==See also==
 
==See also==
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*[[Regiments of the Imperial Guard]]
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*[[List of Astra Militarum regiments]]
  
 
==Sources==
 
==Sources==
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*1: [[Codex: Imperial Guard (2nd Edition)]]
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*1: [[Codex: Imperial Guard (2nd Edition)]]:
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**{{Endn|1a}}: p. 13
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**{{Endn|1a}}: pg. 13
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**{{Endn|1b}}: p. 14
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**{{Endn|1b}}: pg. 14
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*2: [[Codex: Imperial Guard (3rd Edition, 2nd Codex)]]  
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**{{Endn|1c}}: pgs. 15-16
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**{{Endn|2a}}: p. 9
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*2: [[Codex: Imperial Guard (3rd Edition, 2nd Codex)]]:
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**{{Endn|2b}}: p. 30
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**{{Endn|2a}}: pg. 9
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**{{Endn|2c}}: p. 59
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**{{Endn|2b}}: pg. 30
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*3: [[Codex: Imperial Guard (5th Edition)]]
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**{{Endn|2c}}: pg. 59
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**{{Endn|3a}}: p. 16
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*3: [[Codex: Imperial Guard (5th Edition)]]:
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**{{Endn|3b}}: p. 25
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**{{Endn|3a}}: pg. 16
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**{{Endn|3c}}: p. 55
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**{{Endn|3b}}: pg. 25
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*{{Endn|4}}: [[The Sabbat Worlds Crusade (Background Book)]], pg.45
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**{{Endn|3c}}: pg. 55
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*5: [[Imperial Armour Volume One - Imperial Guard and Imperial Navy]]
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*{{Endn|4}}: [[The Sabbat Worlds Crusade (Background Book)]], pg. 45
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**{{Endn|5a}}: p. 37
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*5: [[Imperial Armour Volume One - Imperial Guard and Imperial Navy]]:
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**{{Endn|5b}}: p. 95
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**{{Endn|5a}}: pg. 37
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**{{Endn|5c}}: p. 117
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**{{Endn|5b}}: pg. 95
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**{{Endn|5d}}: p. 141
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**{{Endn|5c}}: pg. 117
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**{{Endn|5e}}: p. 153
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**{{Endn|5d}}: pg. 141
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**{{Endn|5f}}: p. 196
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**{{Endn|5e}}: pg. 153
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*{{Endn|6}}: [[The Thirteenth Black Crusade]], p. 91
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**{{Endn|5f}}: pg. 196
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*{{Endn|7}}: [[Imperial Armour - Apocalypse]], p. 6
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*{{Endn|6}}: [[The 13th Black Crusade (Background Book)]], pg. 91
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*{{Endn|8}}: [[The Fall of Medusa V (booklet)]], p. 33
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*{{Endn|7}}: [[Imperial Armour - Apocalypse]], pg. 6
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*{{Endn|9}}: [[Only War Core Rulebook]] pg.53
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*{{Endn|8}}: [[The Fall of Medusa V (booklet)]], pg. 33
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*9: [[Only War Core Rulebook]]
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**{{Endn|9a}}: pg. 27
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**{{Endn|9b}}: pg. 53
 
*{{Endn|10}}: [[Imperial Armour Volume One - Second Edition: Imperial Guard]], pg. 176
 
*{{Endn|10}}: [[Imperial Armour Volume One - Second Edition: Imperial Guard]], pg. 176
 
*{{Endn|11}}: [http://web.archive.org/web/20110211195338/http://www.games-workshop.com/MEDIA_CustomProductCatalog/m70039a_Strategy_cards_2 Strategy Cards] for [[Planetary Empires]] expansion game, card ''Disruptor Field - Minor Stratagem"'', ''(saved archive page, dated February 2011, last accessed 6 October 2015)''
 
*{{Endn|11}}: [http://web.archive.org/web/20110211195338/http://www.games-workshop.com/MEDIA_CustomProductCatalog/m70039a_Strategy_cards_2 Strategy Cards] for [[Planetary Empires]] expansion game, card ''Disruptor Field - Minor Stratagem"'', ''(saved archive page, dated February 2011, last accessed 6 October 2015)''
 
*{{Endn|12}}: [[Warhammer: Visions 16]], pg. 154
 
*{{Endn|12}}: [[Warhammer: Visions 16]], pg. 154
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*{{Endn|13}}: [[Codex: Astra Militarum (8th Edition)]] pg.27
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*13: [[Codex: Astra Militarum (8th Edition)]]
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*{{Endn|14}}: [[Codex: Tyranids (8th Edition)]] pg.17
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**{{Endn|13a}}: pg. 27
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**{{Endn|13b}}: pg. 29
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*{{Endn|14}}: [[Codex: Tyranids (8th Edition)]], pg. 17
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*{{Endn|15}}: [[Warhammer 40,000 8th Edition Rulebook]], pgs. 164-165
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*{{Endn|16}}: [[Cadia Stands (Novel)]], pg. 58{{Cite this}}
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*{{Endn|17}}: [[The Imperial Infantryman's Handbook]], pg. 37
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*{{Endn|18}}: [[The Eye of Ezekiel (Novel)]], Chapter Eight
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*{{Endn|19}}: [[Codex: Harlequins (8th Edition)]], pg. 37
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*{{Endn|20}}: [[White Dwarf 453]], pg. 65
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*{{Endn|21}}: [[The Gate of Bones (Novel)]], ''Dramatis Personae''
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*{{Endn|22}}: [[First and Only (Novel)]] — [[The Founding (Omnibus)]], Part Six, Chapter One
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*{{Endn|23}}: [[Codex: Dark Angels (4th Edition)]], pgs. 41-42
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*{{Endn|24}}: [[Warhammer 40,000 7th Edition Rulebook]] - The Pandorax Incursion
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*{{Endn|25}}: [[Deathwatch Core Rulebook]], pgs. 331–349
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*{{Endn|26}}: [[Warhammer: Visions 1]], pgs. 124-127
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*{{Endn|27}}: [[Codex: Eye of Terror (3rd Edition)]], pg. 9
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*{{Endn|28}}: [[The Gate of Bones (Novel)]], Chapter Seven
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*{{Endn|29}}: [[Codex Supplement: Iron Hands (8th Edition)]], pgs. 32-33
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*{{Endn|30}}: [[Imperium Nihilus: Vigilus Defiant]], pg. 73
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*{{Endn|31}}: [[Codex: Imperial Knights (6th Edition)]] — ''Knight Worlds of the Imperium - Knights at War''
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*{{Endn|32}}: [[Codex: Armageddon (3rd Edition)]], pg. 32
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*{{Endn|33}}: [[Warhammer 40,000: Escalation]], pg. 7
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"They may spend every off-duty minute polishing their shiny boots and marching up and down the parade ground in perfect formation, but don't let that fool you. These men are steel-eyed, cold-blooded killers and I'd as soon have a platoon of them in my force as I would a company of other troops."
-Gharan O'Hen, Army 212 Chief of Staff, on the Mordian Iron Guard[3a]

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- Mordian Iron Guard -
Homeworld: Mordian
Regiment Name: Mordian Iron Guard
Specialities: Discipline, Drill
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The Mordian Iron Guard are Imperial Guard regiments, originally from the planet Mordian. A harsh and unforgiving planet given to extremes, it was ruled in the Emperor's name by a body known as the Tetrarchs. The rule of the Tetrarchs was harsh, autocratic and above all absolute, a necessity due to planet's scarce and strictly-rationed resources. This environment bred a regimental system dedicated to the chain of command and an iron discipline at all levels. The Mordian Iron Guard are named and renowned for their iron resolve and their dour and unforgiving natures. As of the formation of the Dark Imperium, the planet of Mordian had been assailed by Chaos.[15]


Recruitment & Training

Training for the Iron Guard is as rigorous as possible, instilling in each Guardsman fierce loyalty and determination to their cause: the destruction of the Emperor's enemies and the preservation of Mordian. It is only through their legendary discipline and ruthless pursuit of the enemy that the Iron Guard can prevent their world from descending into starvation and savagery.[1a] Among the most dependable troops in the entire Imperium, a Mordian Guardsman will follow orders to the letter and without a moment's hesitation, firing and reloading his lasgun in the heat of battle until he or his enemy has been destroyed.[3a] These die-hard soldiers are all accomplished sharpshooters and proficient in close order drills.[2c]

A Mordian Iron Guard Trooper[1a]

Doctrine

A Mordian Iron Guard regiment in battle is a solid wall of brightly-uniformed, perfectly-formed soldiers who cut through the enemy's ranks with precisely-timed volleys of fire behind a hedge of polished bayonets.[3a] Even in the face of the overwhelming daemonic hordes of Chaos, Iron Guard regiments will stand their ground, striking down their foe with disciplined fire; if forced to withdraw their lines will never break.[1b] They organize their support weapons into separate Heavy Weapons Platoons and make use of both Ratling Snipers and Sanctioned Psykers on the battlefield.[2c]

Equipment

Mordian Iron Guards in battle[9a]

The Iron Guards prefer to go into combat wearing the same dress-style uniforms they do on the parade ground. The bright colors and elaborate decoration on Mordian uniforms often mislead their enemies into thinking they are facing ceremonial troops with little combat experience, though this misapprehension is usually corrected as soon as they attempt to advance in the face of the Iron Guards' precise volleys and unyielding resolve. Upon their formation each regiment is presented a lavish banner, created within the Tetrarchal Palace, during a ceremony at which every Guardsman swears to never let it fall or be captured.[3a] Their preferred squad special weapon is the Grenade Launcher while the Lascannon is the principle heavy weapon.[2c]

Notable Engagements


Notable Regiments

Infantry

Regiment Notes
2nd The Mordian 2nd were part of the Macharian Crusade and were victorious in their objectives during the Invasion of Jucha.[2a]
3rd The Mordian 3rd is one of the most decorated and celebrated Iron Guard regiments on Mordian. It took part in the defence of Hive Barbarossa against an Ork Waaagh! during the Battle of the Marble Garden[3a]
4th Known only by saying of its Captain Macros[11]
7th Fought against the 13th Black Crusade.[6]
10th Fought against the 13th Black Crusade.[6]
11th Fought in the Sabbat Worlds Crusade, notably at the Battle of Balhaut.[4]
16th Fought against the 13th Black Crusade.[6]
17th Fought in the Battle for Honoria, in which they were led by Colonel Oosthousen.[18]
26th The Mordian 26th served under Lord Marshal Graf Harazahn of the Vostroyan Firstborn, supreme commander of the Imperial forces on Medusa V.[8]
33rd The 33rd Mordian Iron Guard, alongside the 91st, made up the defense of a city-sized promethium refinery on the planet of Phrixis against a Tyranid splinter fleet. They hold out for months, until the 91st are wiped out by a cataclysmic explosion caused by a dying Tyranid bio-titan. Those of the 33rd that survive the explosion are found along the perimeter, and hold out against the Tyranid swarms until their ammunition run dry and they are finally wiped out.[14]
50th Known as the Fort Baton Regulars.[13a]
56th The 56th Mordian is a mechanised force,[1b] responsible for ending the Komarl Revolt. Their execution of a tenth of the planet's population for failing in their duty to the Emperor, and the fear of further reprisals, ensured the planet's future loyalty to His divine rule.[3b]
84th Took part in the Battle of Gathalamor[Needs Citation]
91st The 91st Mordian Iron Guard, alongside the 33rd, made up the defense of a city-sized promethium refinery on the planet of Phrixis against a Tyranid splinter fleet. They hold out for months, until the 91st are wiped out by a cataclysmic explosion caused by a dying Tyranid bio-titan.[14]
93rd The 93rd Mordian Iron Guard took part in the defense of Cadia during the 13th Black Crusade. The regiment was wiped out, its final soldier dying during the defense of Kasr Myrak.[16]
98th Dispatched by the Imperial Governor of Malaeor to put down a gathering of pilgrims, responsible for the spread of Retchpox disease. The gathering led to the summoning of the Great Unclean One Obloxxothrax and his plague minions, who overran the 98th.[35]
113th Fought against the 13th Black Crusade.[6]
201st The Cyclops Demolition Vehicle of the 201th Mordian used for crowd control during the occupation of Hive Secundus of the Hive World Vaust.[5e]
278th The Mordian 278th took part in the battle for Baric Six when it lost two entire armoured companies due to a Deathstrike Missile Launcher stolen by Ork Lootas.[3c]
667th Fought against the 13th Black Crusade.[6]

Armoured

Regiment Notes
4th Armoured Known as the Cobalt Lions.[13b]
12th Armoured Extremely well-drilled and efficient, the 15 Companies of the Mordian 12th Armoured each consist of thirteen Leman Russ Battle Tanks. They have recently been deployed to the Calixis Sector. Currently commanded by Colonel Halon Tanz.[9b]
16th Armoured The Mordian 16th Armoured regiment contains a Stygies VIII pattern Leman Russ Vanquisher. It is either of the first company or of the third, depending on the markings of the vehicle.[5a] The Hydra Flak Tanks of this Regiment fought with the secessionist fighter wing during the struggle on Kaanis Scriptoria.[10] Also the Regiment includes Tarantula sentry guns.[5f]
84th Armoured The Mordian 84th Armoured regiment contains a Chimeras with Heavy Flamers.[5c]
3rd Heavy Tank Company The 3rd Mordian Heavy Tank Company is known to include a Mars-pattern Shadowsword (possibly known as Alpha Three[7]) as the third tank of the company, although the rest of the company is a mix of Baneblades, Shadowswords and Stormblades.[5b] Also contains Salamander Command as utility and support vehicles.[5d]


Notable Members

Notable Named Vehicles

Gallery

See also

Sources

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