The Dwarven Legion

[JVQ 1719]

The Dwarven Legion

 

 

The Dwarven Legion, defenders of Urguan, protectors of the Faith,

guardians of the people. The sole purpose of the Dwarven Legion is

to protect and serve the Grand Kingdom of Urguan. It is the main military

force underneath the Grand Kingdom, led by Grand Marshal Vorstag Ireheart and

under the watchful eye of the Grand King of Urguan. The Legion

is known for it’s notable order and discipline, excessive training and precise 

execution. 

 

Notable Battles

 

Battle of Ugluk Fort

The Legion siege the Orcish fort of Clan Ugluk. The result is a Legion victory and the land is claimed for the Grand Kingdom. This particular land would become the site of Storm’s Crossing and eventually Kal’Ithrun.

 

Battle of Snow/Battle of Nation Crossing

The Legion and it’s vassals face off in an open field battle with the Empire of Oren. The result is a loss due to a surprise flank by House Flay.

 

 

Battle of the GM Village

The Legion sieges the GM Village defended by the Orcs and the skygods. The result is a staggering massacre as the Orcs turn sides in favour of the Legion.

 

Battle of Frostfall

The Legion and their allies siege the tower of a Harbinger and are eventually pushed back under the waves of drudges and ridiculously overpowered magic.

 

 

Battle of Shadow Castle

The Legion, Tuetons and Elven forces siege the Orenian fortress of Shadow Castle. The result is the eventual retreat of the Legion forces under the onslaught of an orcish flank and flying Strelts.

 

Battle of Thoringrad

The combined forces of the races of Anthos siege the Legion fort of Thoringrad and the obsidian wall stretching from coast to coast. The result is the Legion retreating to the depths of the tower of Thoringrad where the great powers of the Green Skygod remove the ground above them, the ensuing fight results in an Orenian victory.

 

Battle of Indagolaf

The Legion, pushed back from the trenches surrounding the remains of Thoringrad, entrench themselves in the depths of Fort Indagolaf, an underground superfortress. After a lengthy siege, the Legion forces emerge from the fortress in a charge that would route the human, orc, and elven forces.

 

Battle of Kal’Azgoth

The Legion forces alongside their allies, led by a dwarf freed from the clutches of Ondnarch, make their way through the deeproads and into the sealed city. It is here that Igor Ireheart, wielding the Hammer of Baradin, sacrifices himself to destroy the essence of Ondnarch and free the trapped Aengul Wyvern.

 

Battle of the Dreadfort

Human forces backed by the Legion siege teams attempt to retake the Scourge-held fortress of the Dreadfort. With brilliantly engineered weaponry and the precision of the siege teams, the dwarves blast a path for the human infantry to retake the Dreadfort with their very own Commander Borin Grandaxe killing the Harbinger of Conquest.

 

Battle of Anthos

The Legion backed by the forces of Anthos valiantly defend the gate between Anthos and The Fringe from the coming Scourge before they are pushed back by rising flood waters. Anthos is lost.

 

Battle of Vengeance

The Legion and forces of the Treaty of Zion participate in an open field battle in the Orcish sands against the Orenian forces.. After the magic of the realm failing and many persons being teleported across the realm and the Zionists dominate the remaining human forces.

 

Battle of Mt. Augustus

The Legion and its allies siege the fortress of Mt. Augustus. They eventually retreat under the onslaught of their forces.

 

Battle of the Red Realm

The forces of Anthos, led by the Legion and the Golden Lance (Guild) push several offenses into the realm of Setherian. In the final offensive the legion siege weaponry is used to destroy the Harbinger’s Tower. At the climax of the battle, Setherian breaks his way into the mortal realm and the Golden Lance (Guild), using a special ballista built by Lord Protector Zahrer Irongrinder, fire the Golden Lance (Artifact) into Setherian, destroying him.

 

Ranks

 

Commanding Ranks

 

Grand Marshal

The Grand Marshal is the Leader of the Dwarven Legion, his

gallant and audacious actions have caused him to take the role.

Everything he says, everything he orders, will be upheld.

 

Grand Marshal: Vorstag Ireheart ((Sgt_Kipples))

 

Commander

Commanders are exemplary soldiers and confident brave leaders,

they take commands directly from the Grand Marshal and convey

them to the lower ranks.

 

Commander Ognar Grandaxe((Meanking))

Commander Delric Grandaxe ((ItzShambo))

 

Legates

Legates are the third highest ranking Legionnaire.

They are selected from the most worthy soldiers who

show potential to be great leaders in battle. They consist the

shortlist of next Commanders.

 

Legate Imperat Sharr Irongut ((Lordbobby123))

Legate Disciplinarii Yeulf Starbreaker ((Epicbeast6209))

Legate Instructus Fili Grandaxe ((Cpt_Noobman))

Legate Militaris Lori Ireheart ((Aegis_Lima))

 

Tier Two Ranks

 

Longbeard

LongBeards are previous Officers in the Legion, if they

have stepped down and wish to stay in the legion this is

what they are made. They are generally listened to

and well respected.

 

Pridebearer

A PrideBearer is the highest rank obtainable by honor. However they are

still required to partake in such activity such as Guarding and Patrolling.

To be a PrideBearer you must have have partaken in 12

practices, it is also needed that you must have fought in 3 battles or raids.

The Grand Marshal will then choose whether the Legionnaire is read for 

promotion.

 

Ironbreaker

A veteran position obtained through 8 practices and

2 battles, the Grand Marshal will then choose whether 

to promote. A IronBreaker should train Grunts and Stoneguards.

 

Tier One Ranks

 

Stoneguard

They have proven themselves worthy as a Grunt by partaking in

2 practices, they are just above par with Grunts and still are a very low

in Legion Hierarchy, but ultimately they are soldiers.

 

Grunt

A grunt is a recruit, it is the lowest rank and is the gateway

to all other ranks.

 

Trials of Combat

 

Before becoming a Tier Two Legionnaire, every Legionnaire must complete

the trials of Combat. The Trials of Combat involve three stages.

 

Stage One: Training

 

The Legionnaire will be led through the Default Training

program that all go through.  This includes fitness, combat

and discipline, practices, raids and patrols.

 

Stage Two: Discipline

 

The Legionnaire will be tasked with leading Patrols and

Practices, this proves that the Legionnaire is eligible

to take Tier One Legionnaires in to training.

 

Stage Three: Tactics

 

The Legionnaire will head up a small team of Legionnaires

in a small war game. The other team will be headed by 

another Legionnaire at the same stage. The Leader

of the winning side will have completed his third SAtage.

 

After all three stages are complete, the Legate Imperat

will promote the Tier One Legionnaire

to a Tier Two Ironbreaker.

 

Formations

 

Vel (Line)

- Formation always has the leader in front

- Line must not pass leader or break form during march

- Not default stance when inactive

 

Dree Vel (Three Lines)

- Formation always has the leader in front

- Line must not pass leader or break form during march

- May be default stance when inactive if number exceed 8 soldiers

- Continues going down in rows to accompany all soldiers

 

Aemiz (Row)

- Formation always has the leader in front

- Row will not be used during march

- Default stance when inactive if number is less than 8 soldiers

 

Tekom (Box)

- Formation has leader in the center

- Important individuals will be hosted on the inside

- Line must not pass leader or break form during march

- Rarely used during march due to difficulty to maintain

- Not default stance when inactive

 

 

Armour & Uniform

 

All Legionnaires are required to wear the uniform suitable to their rank.

 

 

Commander

 

Uniform: http://i.imgur.com/HRU76Zx.png

Helm: http://i.imgur.com/uiIIASQ.png

 

Legate

Option 1

Uniform: http://i.imgur.com/fNS7MPs.png

Helmet: http://i.imgur.com/my4mdj1.png

 

Option 2

Uniform: http://i.imgur.com/xE7uxid.png

Helm: http://i.imgur.com/my4mdj1.png

 

Ironbreaker - Longbeard

Uniform: http://i.imgur.com/N9k6kcC.png

Helm: http://i.imgur.com/haQbhEl.png

 

Stoneguard

Uniform: http://i.imgur.com/iERxDbT.png

Helm: http://i.imgur.com/Y8fDnJk.png

 

Grunt

Uniform: http://i.imgur.com/J0upKNA.png

Helm: http://i.imgur.com/kV1v0BS.png

 

 

Payment

 

The Dwarvish Legion/Armada is paid on the representation of active service that is done per year, the wage increases as one's rank increases as well thus allowing for a higher income on the well performing soldier's behalf. All Legionnaires are offered housing.

 

Wages

• Grunt: 50 Minas
• Stoneguard: 100 Minas
• Ironbreaker: 150 Minas
• PrideBearer: 200 Minas
• Immortal/LongBeard: 250 Minas
• Commanding Ranks: 300 Minas

 

Soldier of the year

 

Soldiers of the year earn a bonus of 100 minas at the end of the year from the commanding ranks for a show of excellent service, this means that soldiers (grunts included) will earn this bonus by not acting in a dishonouring manner and performing above expectations.

 

 

Enlisting

 

A Dwarf wishing to apply must send the following application to the Grand Marshal.

 

https://docs.google.com/forms/d/1mcpdMTdoJ59HPM9UsBFNO56yxGxfhYrOxdEnhHPkI4U/viewform?edit_requested=true

 

Roster:

 

https://docs.google.com/spreadsheets/d/1ecuC_zRHoEk1oS-CDy11VWxjDsZ4auHg4wAqqEoeNHM/edit#gid=1363379830

[JVQ 1719]

King's Guard

 

The King's guards are a group of Five soldiers headed

by the Legate Imperat. These soldiers are simply tasked

with protecting the King in all instances, they travel with 

him and hold quarters outside the King's Palace.

[bungo 3963]

Yuriy reads through the annals, smiling as he notices the Battle of Mount Augustus.  

 

"Haha!  They cry real boy tears when they lose!  Come, come now admit a defeat..."

[JVQ 1719]

 

Yuriy reads through the annals, smiling as he notices the Battle of Mount Augustus.  

 

"Haha!  They cry real boy tears when they lose!  Come, come now admit a defeat..."

 

Vorstag merely copied the last manifesto, fixed.

[Glyc 234]

This current Guild has been deemed inactive and has hereby been moved.

If you wish to appeal this decision you must present evidence to myself proving the guild is still active.