[Recruiting] The Order Of Saint Amyas

[Altiak 1648]

Order of Saint Amyas (Knights Lorraine)

 

"With God's Favour"

 

History

 

Finding its origins in the stark quest for a chance to spread the goodwill of the Creator, and the greed of a sellsword, the Order of Saint Amyas’ distant history hums with piety and opportunity. The first Grand Master, Guy de Varodyr, allied himself with a prelate whose actions send ripples across the sands of time, Goddard of Salvus, and with this newfound alliance he was granted papal legitimacy for his group of sellswords as well as a chest of Imperial marks with which to arm his men.

 

Thus began the First Crusade of 1416, commissioned by High Pontiff Lucien I. The intent of the First Crusade was to secure the relics of one ‘John de Burcard’, an ancient messiah who had perished on a mission to convert the orcish savages to the faith of the one God. He had been martyred while there, and the High Pontiff had declared the land on which he walked sanctified. This crusade was chiefed by the newly-created holy Order known as the Order of Saint Amyas, led by their Grand Master, Guy de Varodyr, a sellsword part of a distant cadet branch of the noble line of Varodyr, who travelled to the orcish lands accompanied by Goddard of Salvus.

 

During the First Crusade, the knights of Saint Amyas enjoyed a relatively short lived success, fending off multiple Orcish raids and skirmishes with an arsenal of tactical genius, brilliant fort design and the will to serve the Creator to any lengths from its members. While taking residence in the sanctified ground that was considered the Holy Land, they built the stronghold of Fort Antrim, acclaimed as uncapturable. After two years occupying the Holy Land, Grand Master Guy created the title of the Prince of Junavos, the stronghold’s attendant lands becoming the independent crusader principality of Junavos. Eventually the knights were recalled to the Empire by Lucien I and were forced to relinquish their nascent crusader state, ending the holy war for good.

 

After the glorious First Crusade, the Order participated in the Inquisition’s militant sanctions on Kingston in Salvus, rooting out heresy and abomination alongside the Chapters of the Red Dragon. The Order then enjoyed a long period of silence coinciding with the peace within the Empire. Grand Master Guy contracted a grave ailment, and as his health began to deteriorate he commanded the pious soldiers of Saint Amyas to disband their arms and return to their lives until he called again.

 

The next stint of the knights of Saint Amyas was during their brief return to glory under King Otto I, using its titles and doctrines as a honorary Order to commend valour and bravery, so as to continue their legacy. During this time, Gavin Wold was appointed to the position of Grand Master. This was the last recorded Council of Balion, and after this Grand Master Gavin declared the Order of Saint Amyas decommissioned until further notice.

 

The Order was briefly rebirthed by Gwenael de Bar as an independent knightly Order. He later fell subject to illness and Richard de Bar assumed the title of Grand Master promptly. At the time, the Knights Lorraine were dedicated to fulfilling what they saw as the work of God directly instead of through the medium of the Church, seizing sanctified land, killing monsters, punishing nonbelievers and claiming relics for God’s truest followers. It seeked prospective members to take the cross and join its ranks, aiding it in its many goals.

 

While in its nascent stage, under the young Grand Master Richard de Bar, the Order counted an untrained rabble of peasants and clergymen, who established central quarters in the former Winter estate at the Fringe. Following the migration to the isle of Thales, and under the command of Richard and newly-named Master Cross, Sascha de Saltpans, the Order, bolstered by newly-acquisitioned sellswords, set up a base of operations in a wooden fortress.

 

During their establishment in Thales, the Order of Saint Amyas established alliances with House Carrion and Oren and amassed a sizable number of men willing to fight for the cross. Subjugating the area surrounding their stronghold, the Order became a formidable presence and gained renown throughout the land. The Order partook in several battles during this time, including a skirmish with a daunting sea wyrm and an engagement which pitted a patrolling group of Order men against an undead warlock.

 

The greatest involvement in the wartime struggles of Thales for the Order of Saint Amyas, however, was when they proved their worth in the conflict with their longtime nemesis - the War Uzg. In the countless engagements with the Uruk tribals, the Order held its own in melee and strategy, and even led the sack of the Orcish capital in a prolonged raid alongside the Carrion vassals. Despite their defeat during the raid of Severski, the Order earned the respect of the human populace for its zealotry and fearlessness.

 

The next chapter in the Order's chronicles begun when the Great Freeze took hold of Thales, and with the rumors of a new promised land - Athera. After their flight to this enigmatic, archaic land, the Order erected a small community on the Ankulos peninsula - dubbed Adrianople in commemoration to Saint Adrian. With the establishment of their new home, the Order made presences anew and further strengthened their relationships with House Carrion by allying with them in the war to reclaim their land from the Alrasians.

 

Amongst the notable accomplishments of the Order in this period, the disruption of Alrasian patrols and supplies stand out, with the Order men wearing down the enemy forces in several ambushes. One of these ambuscades resulted in a frontal assault upon the city. The Knights Lorraine, under Richard de Bar, also sacked a heretic compound, assimilated an independent port community and enforced the Faith upon them, and began construction of Junavos - the promised land of Amyas, wherein the capital Adrianople was situated.

 

The Order’s role in deposing the Chivay monarchy is pivotal in their history, as they partook in the storming of Petrus and the seizing of the throne room alongside the Augustus Marshal Vibius de Sola. The order was incensed by the Emperor Robert’s sympathy for pagans and autocratic control of the church and state. The Grand Master de Bar, swearing fealty to the new Carrion Emperor, retained his ducal status and gained the role of elector. Due to the empire’s precarious position, Richard de Bar was summoned to the capital for bureaucratic purposes. Without the Grand Master at their helm, the order demilitarized slightly and its soldiers begun families in Adrianople.

 

Richard de Bar was appointed Lord Bailiff for his astuteness in administration and legislature, verified by his unfaltering loyalty to the Carrion cause, and he thusly began to draft a series of judicial reforms to better the laws and punishments for the Empire. However, his abrupt ascent to power sparked controversy amongst others, and provoked many political rivals. Following a meeting with his trusted Master Cross, Sascha de Saltpans, Richard de Bar was cut down by assassins outside of Petrus in the year 1465, and the second dark age of the Order began.

 

With Richard de Bar slain in an assassination, and Sascha de Saltpans missing, the Order members soon lost their will, and without a leader, the Order disbanded. Without a viable regent installed, those remaining abandoned the peninsula and went their separate ways. Furthermore, the ducal title of Junavos was dissolved and lost to the empire. However, nearly two decades later, Adrian de Bar, son of Richard de Bar and his Carrion bride, felt it was his responsibility to carry on his father’s unfinished legacy, henceforth reclaiming the demobilized Order. To find the wisdom and strength for such a position, he undertook a pilgrimage to the site of Adrianople. After not returning for many years, and assumed dead, his younger brother, the Count Guy de Bar assumed the role of Grand Master. Only now has he begun styling himself thus, out of respect and love for his brother.

 

Ranks

 

All members of the Order of Saint Amyas are beholden to Senior Command and are expected to obey their authority in all matters or face the consequences. Members of Senior Command lead the Order in battle and in times of peace.

 

(Senior Command)

 

Grand Master

 

The archon and lord of the Order, the grand master serves a lifelong oath. Guy de Bar, the sixth  grand master, now functions as the autocratic head of the Order and has recommissioned the knights to establish themselves in the world and offer their services to fellow God-fearing humans.

 

Master Chancellor

 

An experienced statesman who handles the diplomatic and financial affairs of the knights, operating the treasury and diplomatic service. His duties range from religious and secular politics, maintaining and writing scripture pertaining to the knights as well as the history of the body and her members. During the absence of the Grand Master, the master chancellor joins council with the master cross to dictate the Order’s action.

 

Master Cross

 

The master sross is a skilled commander, entrusted to lead the Order alongside the master chancellor in times of the Grand Master’s stead. He is chosen from the Knight-Sergeants that display the utmost of merit and loyalty. Power over a specific section of the Order may be assigned to him.

 

(High Command)

 

Knight-Sergeant

 

The knight-sergeants are born leaders and veteran crusaders who have shown their devotion to the Order, the Grand Master, and God. Promoted from the knights, they are obligated to demonstrate unfaltering steadfastness and courage and serve as examples to men below them.

 

Decurion

 

The decurions are stern and charismatic disciplinaries that are well-versed in the principles of warfare and combat, often spending time with newly-enlisted soldiers to educate them. They also are expected to organize and establish drills and exercises at which all members are encourage to attend.

 

(Low Command)

 

Vanguard

 

The elite of the Order, the vanguards are the valiant warriors that have dedicated their lives to upholding the Creator’s will. Once a soldier has proven his prowess in battle, he will be ordained  such a rank. Although they wield little authority, vanguards are widely respected for their  finesse with the blade.

 

Ensign

 

The ensigns serve as junior officers typically tasked with assembling and leading a specialized force to accomplish scouting or espionage missions.

 

(Enlisted)

 

Man-At-Arms

 

The men-at-arms are resolute soldiers, making up the bulwark of the Order. They are expected to obey all Orders and file into formation without hesitation.  Additionally, they are expected to attend training sessions to better themselves and improve their abilities for the benefit of the Order.

 

Footman

 

The initiates that have proven their salt in combat and loyalty, the footmen have been given their tabards after several grueling tests and skirmishes. The footmen will tend to undergo tough labor and other general tests to further improve their general skill as proven soldiers of the Order.

 

Proselyte

 

Being the newest addition to the Order, a proselyte is eagerly observed by all Order members and expected to adapt to the gritty life-style typical of a soldier. He will have to undergo various trials and phases to prove himself fit of earning a tabard and the following rank.

 

Allegiance

 

The Order of Saint Amyas’ only allegiance is to the Grand Master and God to fulfill the quest to purge heathens, heretics, and unholy beings.

 

 

Goal

 

Colloquially known as the ‘Knights Lorraine’, since its reformation, the Order of Saint Amyas will now function as an independent holy Order of knights beholden to none but their Grand Master. They seek to seize heathen land and erect a fortress upon it from which to base their reestablished Order as well as reclaim any holy relics from infidel hands.

 

When an individual is ordained a knight of the Order, in addition to their tabard and set of armor they are given a golden collar neck-chain bearing the lorraine, which they are expected to wear when not in uniform as a symbol of their status as a knight of Saint Amyas.

 

The Order of Saint Amyas are secularly sovereign to none but their Grand Master. Any man of the faith can join the Order, a peasant, a burgher or even a lord.

 

The coat of arms of the Order of Saint Amyas is a golden lorraine cross on white. As well as being the reincarnation of the old knights of Saint Amyas, the reformed Order can be considered the successor to many of the past holy Orders dedicated to the Creator, including the Order of the Griffon, the Knights of the Eventide and the Sons of Owyn.

 

Virtues:

 

The Knights Lorraine have a spoken code; the tenets they strive to uphold with righteous morals and honor - the Virtues.

 

I - The Virtue of Chivalry

 

An Order member will protect the weak and frail, and in combat will fight with the honor to bring down his foe without frivolity or twisted pleasure. An Order member will demonstrate benevolence and charity by donating a fraction of his riches to the clergy or the downtrodden.

 

II - The Virtue of Piety

 

An Order member will strive for purity, patience, chastity, and temperance. He will partake in regular sessions of worship, and will not use the name of the Holy Creator in vain. An Order member will remain faithful to God and his teachings, and will not sway in his religion.

 

III - The Virtue of the Purge

 

An order member will not hesitate to cleanse wicked, unholy heretics by any means necessary, and will remember to make a lesson of all godless, unsanctified savages, be it by the sensible method of converting these sinful heretics into god-fearing men or burning them at the cross.

 

IV - The Virtue of Obedience

 

An Order member will relay his commands when given orders by those above him, and follow his instructions with devoted loyalty. He shall not attack, or steal from a fellow Order member, and will not partake in petty, impractical skirmishes over senseless matters, displaying restraint.

 

 

Recruitment:

 

To enlist, there are a few options one may take to join the ranks of Aymas.

 

Sending a bird to the Grand Master (Altiak) or Visiting the Knight's headquarters in Felsen

 

Alternatively, you may apply by filling out an application and giving it to an Order member ((post on thread)).

 

OOC:

 

MC Name:

Skype Name:
Do you have or are willing to get TS?:

 

IC:

 

Name:
Race:

Are you of a noble birthline?:
Why do you wish to serve the Knights Lorraine?:

[Lvke 1000]

OOC:

MC Name: radferrari

Skype Name: radferrari

Do you have or are willing to get TS?: Already got it.

 

IC:

Name: Horace Martinell, II

Race: Human

Are you of a noble birthline?: Thrice removed cousin of a small noble who is the distant uncle twice removed of a lowly Lord. Names unknown.

Why do you wish to serve the Knights Lorraine: I wish to protect all that is Holy, and eradicate the heretics that plague our lands.

[Jonificus 2763]

Mithius feels safe knowing that the Order are protecting his investments in Leuvaarden.

[GavinTheViking 151]

OOC:

 

MC Name: GavinTheViking

Skype Name: gavinsample
Do you have or are willing to get TS?: Yeah

 

IC:

 

Name: Kaneous Klargus II
Race: Human

Are you of a noble birthline?: Nae.
Why do you wish to serve the Knights Lorraine?: To serve God and to obtain a stable job.

[_Stigwig 1510]

Augustus would read over the applications with a smile, quickly drafting a return missive to be sent back to them via messenger boy.

 

"You are hereby accepted to the Order. Report to the Keep at Leuvaarden to be billeted and rostered. Godspeed!"

[Sneaky 189]

OOC:

Mc Name: Sneakyclownz1

Skype name: You have it!

Are you willing to use TS?: Yes, I am.

 

RP:

 

Name: Yukistan Covemir II

Are ye of noble birthline: Nae

Why to you wish to serve the Knights Lorraine: So, I can serve God and obtain a role in this society.

[FORƎST 1312]

MC Name: Craftedlime

Skype Name: Matresson
Do you have or are willing to get TS?: Only for erp

 

IC:

 

Name: Allister VI
Race: Human

Are you of a noble birthline?: I would not lay claim to noble blood.
Why do you wish to serve the Knights Lorraine?: It is my belief that Petrus suffers from an infestation of [degenerates]. My talents would be of better service to true Humanity.

[_Stigwig 1510]

Augustus would give a contented nod as he read over the new batch of applications, quickly scribbling down their notes of acceptance which would be sent to them via a messenger boy.

"You are hereby accepted to the Order. Make your way to Leuvaarden Keep to be billeted, rostered and swear your oath. Godspeed!"

[Hedonism 254]

OOC:

 

MC Name: LemonDropzz

Skype Name: You know it.
Do you have or are willing to get TS?: Yes.

 

IC:

 

Name: Gereon de Savoie
Race: Human

Are you of a noble birthline?: Yes.
Why do you wish to serve the Knights Lorraine?: To serve not only serve and protect humanity, but also uphold the name of our one, true God.

 

[_Stigwig 1510]

Augustus would give a slight smile as he looked over Gereon's application, nodding slightly to himself. Quickly scribbling off the return message he would attach it to a bird, sending it off.

 

"Welcome to the Order, Gereon. Make your way to Leuvaarden with all haste where you can speak to Count Guy. Godspeed!"

[mkaxeman 1106]

OOC:

 

MC Name: axeman51

Skype Name: alyss.northwin
Do you have or are willing to get TS?: I'll listen but I don't have a mic.

 

IC:

 

Name: Oskar Lesko
Race: Human

Are you of a noble birthline?: No
Why do you wish to serve the Knights Lorraine?: To honor the faith and to serve the God we all know and love.

[Dohvi 622]

OOC:

 

MC Name: Dohvabro

Skype Name: dohvakin_shouldnt_be_taken
Do you have or are willing to get TS?: I'd rather not. Only for battles.

 

IC:

The application has been filled out, albeit it is messy and difficult to read. It looks as though the writer has relatively little writing skill.

 

Name: Dalton.
Race: Heartlander

Are you of a noble birthline?: no
Why do you wish to serve the Knights Lorraine?: I need new home and work. Dead ones took my shack and I can't take it back.

[Snake Plissken 637]

 

OOC:

 

MC Name: Dohvabro

Skype Name: dohvakin_shouldnt_be_taken

Do you have or are willing to get TS?: I'd rather not. Only for battles.

 

IC:

The application has been filled out, albeit it is messy and difficult to read. It looks as though the writer has relatively little writing skill.

 

Name: Dalton.

Race: Heartlander

Are you of a noble birthline?: no

Why do you wish to serve the Knights Lorraine?: I need new home and work. Dead ones took my shack and I can't take it back.

 

 

 

 

OOC:

 

MC Name: axeman51

Skype Name: alyss.northwin

Do you have or are willing to get TS?: I'll listen but I don't have a mic.

 

IC:

 

Name: Oskar Lesko

Race: Human

Are you of a noble birthline?: No

Why do you wish to serve the Knights Lorraine?: To honor the faith and to serve the God we all know and love.

 

 

 

Both applicants are returned copies of the same letter, written out neatly in black ink on a piece of a rolled up parchment, tied with a piece of string.

 

You have been accepted into Order of Saint Amyas as an initiate. Please make haste to Leuvaarden and make contact with an officer from either the Low Command or higher.

 

-Decurion Vulpes Roke

[Zadiac 0]

OOC:

 

MC Name: Zadiac

Skype Name:sebicantu
Do you have or are willing to get TS?:Yes I have one

 

IC:

 

Name: Raven Kimsworth
Race:Human

Are you of a noble birthline?: no
Why do you wish to serve the Knights Lorraine?: I need a place to live and some work and I always wanted to serve the Order

[problematic z 477]

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