Cardinals Crimson

The Cardinals Crimson are an ancient and warlike order of the Adeptus Ministorum, the state church of the Imperium of Man. A mysterious and highly secretive religious order of warrior-priests who view themselves as analogues of the many ancient faith-based knightly orders of Mankind's past, they are known for their unflagging devotion to the God-Emperor and a high degree of fanaticism in seeking to carry out His will. Because of this combination of zeal and combat skill, members of the Cardinals Crimson often serve as bodyguards and honour guards for high-ranking priests of the Ecclesiarchy. Many members of the Cardinals Crimson choose to become Crusaders, potent close combat specialists who often serve the Ministorum and the Inquisition.