Intro
The Brotherhood of The Royal Oak is a Knightly Order, self tasked with the defence of the common-folk, the upholding of the Crown's justice, and the defence of the defenceless. This sect of Knights follow a stringent code of ethics, and uphold it to the highest degree, often seeing the Viridian Way as outdated, and dying, despite attempts to maintain it as whole. The Brotherhood can often be witnessed doing their so called 'good deeds' in the very lowest places of society, such as slums.
History
The Brotherhood of The Royal Oak was formed by a group of seven Hedge Knights, during the summer of 187AC, beneath the leaves of a Royal Oak Tree, attributing to its namesake. On the road to Dragenthal, the Knights came upon a grouping of bandits, preying upon a village of small-folk: taking up their swords, the Hedge Knights charged to battle, striking down the filth in the fields of the lower Drache. With great exaltation, the surviving serfs flocked to the armoured knights, praising their chivalric virtue. Moved by the incident, The Knights vowed an oath, to protect the Common man from the hardships of war, to protect the Emperor and his glorious Empire, and to defend with their sword, those who cannot defend themselves.
The Knights have participated in a series of major conflicts over the years, including that of the Ranger Crisis 295AC. Where the Hedge Knights took to the front lines as levies. As is typical of Bloodcast Hedge Knights, the Brotherhood holds a tradition of frontline levy work, and has maintained this for many years.
The Brother's Code
- Thou shall show no cowardice in the face of dire peril
2. Thou shall naught tell a lie, nor break an oath one has promised
A Knight shall never speak an ill truth, nor go against his word. A Knight shall always abide by the rule of truth, and speak his words plainly, with no deception, nor coward like lies to hide his true meaning.
3. Tho shall stay loyal to your brothers till the end of your days
A knight shall endeavour to protect his fellow knights, and show no cravenhood in doing so. A knight shall always heed the call to arms from his brothers, and never leave them without aid, or a shield by their side. A knight shall treat all his brothers as equals, and share their friends, as he shares their foes.
--More to Come.
Organisation
The Grandmaster of the Brotherhood holds an elected Office, being appointed by the Knights of the Order for a term determined by life or retirement. The Grandmaster leads the direction of the Brotherhood, and issues in new members, holding a series of ceremonial powers alongside his Office.
Knight Commander
The Knight Commander handles the logistical management of the Brotherhood, attending to sparring, recruitment matters, and movement on the field of Battle. The Commander is tasked as the second in command of the Brotherhood, and often advises the Grandmaster on important matters to the Order.
Knight Brother
The Knight Brothers are the heart and soul of the Brotherhood, being the standard membership of the Brotherhood's ranks. The Knight Brothers must take the oath of the Brotherhood, and maintain the Brotherhood's Code to their dying days. The Knights Brothers are often tasked to wander the lands, doing good deeds, and fixing the tears among Ailor society.
Squires
These members of the Brotherhood have yet to receive a Knighthood, and as such stand as Squires of the Order. They must swear their oath, and abide by it until the day they can be knighted. The squires are expected to choose a Knight, to serve beside, and better the divisive world they exist amidst.
Members
The membership of the Brotherhood often take on a 'nickname' which they label themselves in Battle, and in peace. Knights often earn this tag of Honour, through acts of valour. A story behind each name.
- Grandmaster George 'The Bronze Knight' @Muffins_
- Knight Commander Hyram 'The Flame' @AntonVoron
- Knight Brother Geoffrey 'The Belly' @Tiber_
- Knight Brother Roderick 'The Untried' @Icaruscien
- Knight Brother Albert 'The Elder' @Cadriewyn
- Knight Brother Edward 'The Younger' @_XIII_
- Knight Brother Tobek 'The Foreign' @KyleDinny
- Knight Brother Sigismund [To be determined] @Arendan
- Knight Brother Reinhardt [To be determined] @Greenie
Application
Recruitment done purely IC
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