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Ordeal of Inquisition

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The Ordeal of Inquisition is an ancient, arcane method of interrogation used by the Inquisition, and is as old as their order. It allows the interrogator's mind to peer into every corner of the subject's soul, and know his every thought, learn his history, as well as sense any hint of corruption within a matter of minutes.[1]

Concentric circles and arcane sigils are cut into the floor around the subject, and filled with molten silver. Null-servitors may also be present to create a barrier of psychic feedback, which, along with the lines of power inscribed in the floor, prevents any corruption from leaving the circle should the interrogator falter.[1]

The Ordeal of Inquisition is the first in a series of three tests used by the Grey Knights to determine the purity of the subject's soul, the others being the Ordeal of the Holy Oils, and the Judicium Imperator.[1]

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