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[!] Notices would be posted throughout the city, bearing the seal of the current Consuls. It would read as follows. [!]
Hail good men and women of the Empire,
For a time, the Companions had been an organization to uphold the will of the Proconsul, but so such will not be at this week's end. Wisdom that has befallen our first Proconsul, Virathus Krupp, has led to their reformation. Non-Ailor will no longer be permitted to fill the ranks and serve so closely with the Ailor Peerage of the assembly - it is deemed foolhardy, and seems to beg betrayal.
In light of the recent crisis' and kidnappings, the Companions will henceforth ensure the security of the Consul's, and ensure their right to rule. Men and women, we beckon you to serve this most righteous cause - the protection of our esteemed nobility.
Write most immediately if you find yourself interested, and spirit keep you in these trying times.
Signed,
Scribe Pius Florentus
Scribe Pius Florentus
Companions do battle against Northerne rebels, 305 A.C.
As the resettlement of Drixagh had taken place, the best armed and most skilled fighters came to be favoured by Virathus. Often fending off raids and providing the most in hunts, they were treated as knights of sorts - albeit rather poor ones unable to settle land for themselves. Over time though, as the great hunting lodges were erected and ranches attached to them, it was these companions who began to oversee all of their operations.
Trusted dearly for their service in the North prior-to the ascension of the Krupp family, some of the most loyal of these Northmen help enforce the will of the Proconsul as they once did in Drixagh.
Oathing to Consuls and their Kin
Those who serve in the Proconsular Companions are seen not just as guardsmen, but full fledged political allies. As such though, they are expected to be oathsworn to Virathus Krupp and his family, as Opper Calemberger and Northerne traditions alike both take seriously one's word.
Joining the Companions, one must make the following oaths:
- As we march along the way, it is [Consuls] lead that we follow - righteous and well guided are they.
- Dishonesty is treachery; not once shall I offer a lie to my brothers in arms, nor the [Consuls] themselves. If information is too sensitive to share, then it will be deemed who amongst the Companions by the [Consuls] is allowed to know.
- My sword arm will never tire, and I will strike all foes of the state. We have no enemy that is not wholly wicked, and whence he bids I swing, I will swing.
- The peace is mine to keep. I will not disrespect the Regalian Guard, and with them, we will rid the streets of criminals, conspirators, and letchers alike.
- I will obey every command of the [Consuls] and without hesitation. Aneath them, I will accept the guidance of the Praetor who I respect most.
Rather than adopting a strict hierarchy, the Consular Companions promote charisma and strength. Leaders - in the eyes of the order - are those who command respect. This respect and service provide one of three distinctions;
Associate
Considered unproven, an associate is treated as a friend of the Companions - but is compelled to serve in all the same operations and capacity. They are provided the protection and comradery of full fledged Companions, but are usually just not respected or seasoned enough to truly be called an equal to his brothers and sisters in arms.
Companion
Truly an ally of the people, these men and women serve as the backbone of the Order. These trusted men and women are pegged with honours often, and provided great respect by the Consuls. Doing the heavy lifting in which such a vigorous regime hoists high the Empire, Companions may sometimes find themselves as delegates for the Consuls and receive many perks politically by virtue of the political bloc the Consuls represent.
Praetor
Proven time and again as a powerful and voracious ally, the Praetors hold great esteem. Consider the first among equals, they are allowed to bid patrols, act in the absence of the Consuls, and may be trusted to represent him officially in the Holy City. Those who bear this distinction are likely also a part of the exclusive Consular Privy, which helps guide the policy and actions of the regime.
OOC Notes
With this order, I wish to make a meritocratic guard force/personnel privy. As such, those who create RP, offer engaging storylines for people to pursue and prove themselves as allies in character will be rewarded accordingly.
If I find out you are harassing someone, or are acting inappropriately OOCly, you will be excluded. Even though this order may be aggressive in character, that ought not spill out of it. This is a game - we all ought to be trying to have fun.
Abusing the charter rights will be dealt with swiftly and harshly.
Application
In Game Name:
In Character Name:
Approved Character Application Link:
Combat School and Level:
Is Your Character Nobility?:
Are You Playing a Character That Was Previously a Virathan Companion?:
IC Letter:
To wear half plate
To maim/kill
To enforce the law
To bear arms
To maim/kill
To enforce the law
To bear arms
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