Astra Militarum

The Astra Militarum, otherwise known as the Imperial Military in Low Andarran, is the Imperial adepta responsible for representing the Sectum Classem Imperitoria and the Sectum Exercitum Imperitoria—the Imperial Navy and the Imperial Army, respectively.

It is currently represented in the Senatorum Imperialis by High Legate Vitiate Franz.

Overview
The Astra Militarum was created following the implementation of the Orion Military Reforms as a response to the Adeptus Militarum's actions against the Emperor in the Gothic Revolts.

The adepta specialises in all things warfare, from military technologies to military responses. Those who have been chosen to serve within the High Legate's inner circle are considered as one of the highest authorities in the Imperium. As part of the clauses stipulated in the Orion Military Reforms, the High Legate's cabinet must consist fifty percent of each Sectum so as to improve the tense relations shared between the Sectum Classem and the Sectum Exercitum.

Most importantly, though, are the divisions that form the Astra Militarum. The Astra Militarum is divided into two Sectums: The Sectum Classem Imperitoria (Imperial Navy) and the Sectum Exercitum Imperitoria (Imperial Army). When an individual has shown incredible prowess in either Sectums, the High Commander can choose to indoctrinate the individual into his cabinet. Nevertheless, the individual in question may choose to reject the offer, in which they will be rewarded with the highest honour available in the Imperium—the Invicta Cross.

The Invicta Cabinet
The Invicta Cabinet is responsible for overseeing the logistics and strategic planning of all Sectums of the Astra Militarum. There can only be a total of ten members at any given time, and even these positions are not permanent, excluding the role of High Legate. Once a member has served in the cabinet for twenty years, they will undergo a test in which their skills would be tested. If they fail the test, then they will have to return to their previous post. Most legates pass the test, but those who fail the test would be forced to resign; but due to their service to the nation, they are entitled to an Invicta Cross.