The Sword Brethren

[Pav33 101]

Sword Brethren of the Lower Country

"Schwert Brüder vom Unterland"

 

(Anthem of the Brethren)

 

Unlike the traitorous “Das Heer von Courland” the Sword Brethren of the Lower Reich (Vandoria), is a loyalist order founded upon the ideals of loyalty, honor, and valour. Founded in 1564 as a bastion of defence to the lesser lords in Vandoria who still recognized the imperial crown as their gracious leader, it was originally created by Karl van Baustadt, a Vander native. The idea gained approval from the crown, and Karl became the first Kommandant of the band of soldiers. It was dubbed “The Sword Brethren of the Lower Country”.

 

“Karl van Baustadt, a icon of him mounted shortly before setting off from his speak with the emperor, dated 1564”

It’s goals? The protection of all that is held dear by both the crown and the imperial population in Vandoria. It is to protect the counties that ney has the manpower to defend itself. It stands to uphold chivalry, and to assure that the whole ideal of it isn’t destroyed by the hordes of Dreadlanders and Orks that now plague the land. The order has strong roots in both Erochland and Riverford. The garrison is currently being renovated, and you may receive a small room inside to store chests and such if you so wish.

A soldier shall receive pay according to their rank and money available. This shall be delivered in the form of a minor meeting each saint’s week, at an agreed upon time. If you can not make the meeting, you shall lose a mina or two from the original pay, but it shall find it’s way to you either in the form of a letter or simply the Kommandant handing you the minae while you’re on guard. You shall also receive some rations every week, about 16 loaves of bread, depending on the order’s wealth. At the moment the order is happy to accept donations in the form of anything- food, minae, or even rags. All can benefit the war effort in some way.

 

Rank progression depends on if you were active within a certain amount of time. Higher-ups will take priority when armor and weaponry is being distributed. Those who have risen through the ranks shall also enjoy a larger pay for their service. As said above, there isn’t currently a fixed price, but it will be a decent sum. Note that between buying weaponry, baking bread, and providing housing, you should respect that we won’t always give you enough minae as you’d like. And also, when minae is divided up, higher ups get a fixed amount in relation to you (so like say your pay is 20 mina, someone a rank above you would get 25 or something).

 

The Ranks

Oberkommandant

Often shortened to just “Kommandant”. They are the leader of the order and, while the emperor always gets the final say, has substantial power in how it’s run. They get the best armor, and appoints officers, excluding Junior Offiziers and more senior Hauptmann,  when they either abdicate or die.

 

Stellvertreter

Literally meaning “second-in-command”. This soldier has certainly proved undying loyalty as he is given the authority to council the Kommandant if he is having trouble with a decision. He also the commander of the brethren if the Kommandant is absent from an event, including battles.

 

Hauptmann

Meaning “captain”. They lead the divisions of the brethren and often collaborate with the Kommandant and Stellvertreter. They also assign Junior-Offiziers to certain tasks.

 

Junior-Offizier

The lowest ranking officer. They act almost as squires to the Hauptmann and are often their understudy. If a Hauptmann abdicates or dies, he may be able to choose a Junior Offizier to take his place, either by appointment or in his will.

 

Fähnrich

Equivalents of Sergeants. Unlike other armies, Sergeants of the brethren aren’t considered officers. They are simply mounted men-at-arms, first to charge into the fray. This step in advancement for troops who can’t afford their own horse is called Feldwebel.

 

Soldat

The bulk of the order. Common footsoldiers, they are equipped with bows, pikes, and any other weapons that are available at the time.

 

Rekrut

Bottom of the hierarchy. Measly pay and rations are sometimes reduced. Usually a man becomes a soldat after a saint’s week or less, depending on activity and the like.

 

How To Join

Whether you are peasant or noble, we would be happy to have you! Simply fill in the information below, and send it to Marland however you see fit. It is highly recommended you become an imperial citizen if you aren’t already. Since youll get a room, you can just say that you live in the garrison.

Application:

 

Application:

RP

Name:

Age:

Are you human? y/n:

Skills:

Do you require housing?:

Are you canonist? y/n:

 

I, <insert name> swear my loyalty to both the emperor and the order. I recognize that if I am found guilty for high treason or other crimes, I shall not revive myself if I am executed ((PK)). I shall not desert my brethren unless discharged by the Kommandant.

OOC

MC Name:

Skype (Not required, but it’s nice to have to be alerted of events):

Do you have TS (Used during warclaims, REQUIRED)? y/n:

 

 

Thanks for reading! Please refrain from posting unless your applying. If you have feedback or questions, shoot me a pm! Happy rping!

 

[GloriaPreussens 798]

"Traitors," states a Vandorian in Ard Ghorrock

[Pav33 101]

9 hours ago, XHipsterAtheistX said:

"Traitors," states a Vandorian in Ard Ghorrock

Karl would wonder how he would be called a traitor for protecting a county loyal to the crown......

[Pav33 101]

Karl would look upon the Vanderreich, full of charisma. He heard a drawing of swords, and it was over.... he was dead. Killed by rebel activists... ((PK'ed))

[ShameJax 1391]

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.