Iulius is a month of valor and remembrance, honoring the Emperor’s champions, legendary victories, and the sacrifices of saints and warriors who upheld the Imperium’s glory. It is a time to reflect on courage, fortify faith, and prepare for the battles to come.
1st Day:
Dies Juno Felicitas (Day of Blessed Juno)
- Honors Juno Felicitas, a saint known for her guidance in unifying warring factions under the Emperor’s light. Ceremonies focus on resolving disputes and strengthening alliances within the Imperium.
6th–13th Days:
Ludi Apollinares (Games of Saint Apollinaris)
- Celebrates Saint Apollinaris, a figure of penitence and healing. These games feature competitions of skill and endurance, symbolizing the balance of strength and wit in the Emperor’s service. On the final day, priests perform blessings for the wounded and sick.
7th Day:
Nonae Caprotinae (Day of Saint Caprotina)
- Honors Saint Caprotina, a martyr who inspired slaves to rise against their xenos oppressors. Celebrations include reenactments of her defiance and rituals of liberation. Servants and workers are given symbolic trophies of Emperor’s appreciation on this day.
14th–19th Days:
Mercatus Victoriae (Market of Victory)
- A series of fairs and gatherings following the Ludi Apollinares. These events celebrate Imperial prosperity and encourage trade, symbolizing the Emperor’s provision through unity and commerce.
15th Day:
Transvectio Equitum (Procession of the Cavalry)
- A grand parade of mounted warriors, from planetary cavalry regiments to Adeptus Astartes biker squads. This day honors the martial prowess of mounted forces and the Emperor’s blessing upon their strength.
17th Day:
Dies Honos et Virtus (Day of Honor and Valor)
- Dedicated to saints who exemplify the ideals of courage and righteousness. Shrines to martyrs and heroes are adorned with banners, and the faithful recite the tales of their deeds.
22nd Day:
Dies Concordiae Victoris (Day of Concord and Victory)
- Celebrates Saint Concordia, known for uniting fractured Imperial forces during a pivotal crusade. Prayers focus on unity in the face of adversity, with blessings for Imperial commanders and tacticians.
23rd Day:
Neptunalia Bellatoris (Festival of the Void-Seafarers)
- Honors the crews and fleets of the Imperial Navy. Rituals include the consecration of voidships and prayers for safe passage in the warp. Pilgrims aboard voidcraft offer tokens of devotion to shrines dedicated to the Emperor.
25th Day:
Furrinalia Sancta (Day of the Sacred Wells)
- A rare observance honoring the sacred waters of the Imperium. Saints associated with water purification are celebrated, and planets with vital aquifers hold blessings to safeguard their purity.
30th Day:
Dies Fortunae Huius Diei (Day of Present Fortune)
- A feast day reflecting gratitude for the Emperor’s blessings in the present moment. Citizens share food and drink, reinforcing the bonds of community and the faith that sustains the Imperium.
Significance of Iulius
Iulius stands as a testament to valor, resilience, and the enduring legacy of the Emperor’s faithful. From parades and games to solemn remembrances, the month inspires the Imperium’s citizens and warriors to remain steadfast in their duty to the Emperor and His eternal mission.
Ignis Aeternus WH 40K campaign notes 