8.: Cadia Stands

Outside of the animation, the name "Cadia Stands" is used for several key releases in the Warhammer 40,000 universe:

: Explores the stoicism and "born-to-fight" culture of Cadians, where service is a natural part of the life cycle: birth, training, conscription, and death. 8. Cadia Stands

: A limited-edition Astra Militarum Army Set released in late 2022. It contained updated Cadian Shock Troops, a Command Squad, a Sentinel, and a special edition Codex. Outside of the animation, the name "Cadia Stands"

The episode provides a "grunt’s-eye view" of the defense of Cadia against the forces of Chaos. It highlights the grim determination of the Cadian Shock Troops who continue to fight even as their world physically breaks apart under their feet. The episode provides a "grunt’s-eye view" of the

: Depicts massed fire tactics, the capability of veteran soldiers compared to line troopers, and the presence of Ogryns in the firing line.