Malgonious 2758 Share Posted July 17, 2016 - The Ashguard Reformation - Writ of Vengeance ______________________________________________ "My people for so long have been spat upon by the Empire. Our house, banished. Our home, destroyed. Our futures, broken. Our rebellion was our own, everyone of you demanded an end to the Empire's tyranny, and we suffer the burdensome weight of our rebellion. Our house, ravaged. Our home, raped. Our futures, once more thrown to the buzzards of Norland. I beseech you all, not as a Lord, but as your brother, as your equal. I ask you once more take up your arm to take back your House, to take back your Home, and to unleash your vengeance for your future's that have been ruined by a tyrant sitting upon the pile of dead brother's we wept for, we killed for, and we subsequently fell for. I ask you join me, a changed Ashguard, to rise from our ashes, and take back what is ours. The Empire will know the name Ruric once more, the name of the Ashguard, and it will know to fear us. We come for you, all of us come to have our vengeance. The Ashguard comes for you, Orenia! You will know to fear us once more, as you have done in the past! FROM ASH WE RISE, BROTHERS AND SISTERS!" Fallen Hero of Oren, Ser Hakon of House Ruric. (19th of The Grand Harvest, 1568) ______________________________________________ History - The Birth of the Guard - The Ashguard was formed upon 14th of Sun's Smile, 1543 upon Ser Hakon's public address beneath the Ashwood of Nyrhold. An order was called upon from the local levies of the nearby liege-lords to serve the Imperium, as it once was. From this Ashguard birthed many chapters, each led by a significant Lord or Commander whom boasted their own forces to add to the Ashen Banner. The Ashguard achieved early success against the Horde of Dunamis, rallying many of their chapters to fight back the numerous raids that were launched upon the Archduchy of Lorraine, their home region. The Ashguard also served to spear-head a very sucessful raid against the Kingdom of Urguan, slaughtering nearly ten thousand collective Dunamite Screamers, and Urguanite warriors, with suffering almost zero casualty. Ser Hakon was revered as a Hero, and the Ashguard gained much praise and recognition as a result. This early success would be short-lived, however, as Ser Hakon fell gravely ill shortly after, seeing his Guard fall into a state of disrepair. - The Ashguard-Nortruppen Pact - Upon Hakon's illness, none of the Chapter Captains had arisen to take up the mantle of High Commander of the Guard, and as a result, Thomas Ruric ordered a pact between the remaining Ashguard bannermen, and his own Nortruppen, creating a unified force that would later rebel against the Empire for it's mistreatment of their Commander's House. The rebellion would come close to achieving a victory upon the Dread Sea with their many allied factions, however, it would seem the Empire would cinch a pyrrhic victory against the rebels, and continue onward to siege the Nortruppen's home-base of Seahelm, resulting in the capture of Avar. This loss was viewed as a stain upon the Ashguard's history, and the result of foiled pact with it's most valorous of allies. The Ashguard as a result, fled to the safety of the Dreadland along with the remnants of the Nortruppen, their banners fewer and fewer as a result of the wars and loss of command. - The Ashguard Reformation - An aged but recovered Ser Hakon would emerge from the Ruins of Nyrhold, his intent to discover what had befallen his people and Guard. Upon arrival to Felsen, he was told of his family's rebellion, and the slaughter of Avar. Ser Hakon would sub sequentially offer himself upto the command of the Empire, and would meet his narrow fate until a collective of former bannermen and Uruk allies saved him from his fate, informing him of the true events upon Avar, the slaughter of innocents, children, and most of his family. Enraged that the Empire could do such vileness to his family, Ser Hakon arrived to Bonefort, his family's new seat. Hakon met with his distant family, meeting many new faces of his changed family. The few banners that still remained would once more rise to serve Ser Hakon, and as such, an aged Hakon would bring forth a Sapling of the felled Ashtree, planting it within the center of the holding. Upon the sapling, a new Writ was declared. The Writ of Vengeance. Upon this writ's declaration, the Ashguard had been reformed, with a different goal... Vengeance for his family, for his slaughtered brother's and sisters of Norland, and for their shattered home of Avar. News of Hakon's return and ascent to the mantle of his family spread quickly, and old bannermen would flock to his new seat, a chance to serve the Fallen Hero of Oren, a chance of redemption, as well as a chance for vengeance. Rules_ _____________________________________________ You may not harm another member of the guard. You may not harm the Dreadlands or her people. Follow all orders from your superiors, this is to keep unity and a level head. You may not abdicate your duties without lawful discharge from your Chapter Captain. You may not steal from the Dreadland or her people. Incompetence is punishable by death. ______________________________________________ Ranks and Chapter Infrastructure ______________________________________________ -Command Branch- Highlord of the Ashguard Leads all chapters, and their guardsmen in times of war. The Commander is tasked with giving out orders to Chapter Captains, which are then given to the lower-ranking guardsmen. The Commander has direct authority given to him by the rule of House Ruric, as such he can make military-actions without the consent of any Lord overseeing him. The Commander is also in-charge of giving payments to Chapter Captains. Chapter Captain Leads a specific chapter within the guard, a Chapter Captain is in-charge of recruitment, housing, arming, and training of those in his chapter. A Chapter Captain is considered a very high rank, and can typically hand out promotions to his underlings without the consent of the Commander, so long as it does not surpass Battle-brother. Ashknight Upon stark achievement, a member of the Guard may be given the title of Ashknight by the lordship of House Ruric. An Ashknight has the right to land within the Dreadlands, and can run a Chapter in the absence of a Chapter Captain. Ashknight hold superiority to any of the Guard Branch, and may issue orders to those of his Chapter. -Guard Branch- Veteran Having proven himself time and time again, a veteran has survived many battles or wars, and lived to tell the tale. They're experienced combatants, with a wide knowledge of the blade. Veterans are usually allowed to handle missions of lesser importance, and can ascend to the rank of Chapter Captain, if the position is needed. Battle-Brother A man with a steadfast dedication to the guard, the Battle-brother is a guardsman who's faith and dedication to the guard is unquestioned by any within his chapter. He's given a lot of leniency, and the best of the best armaments, a step up from the usual rabble that is given to the Initiates. Battle-brothers are always trying to prove themselves competent enough to become Veterans of their chapter. Initiate A fresh recruit to the guardsmen, the Initiate is given no trust what-so-ever, and typically looked down upon as inferior by their fellow guardsmen. Their faith and willingness to comply is always in question, and will continue to be so until they've been anointed Battle-brother by their Chapter Captain. They're typically given the lesser armaments available. ______________________________________________ Chapters of the Guard ______________________________________________ Ruric Chapter The dominant chapter of the most elite, House Ruric has always given it's most elite the privilege of joining their house chapter, an Initiate of the Ruric Chapter usually having past battle experience or service to the Rurics in some manner. The Ruric Chapter is currently the Commanding Chapter, and oversees the Guard in it's entirety through Commander Ser Hakon Ruric. ______________________________________________ Application ______________________________________________ McName: RpName: Skype:(Pm if you desire.) Profession: TeamSpeak:(Not required but highly encouraged.) Time-Zone: Desired Chapter to join: ((Any OOC posted on this thread is asked to be removed by any FM overseeing, don't need ****-posting on an RP thread.)) 3 Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
cruzazul 2808 Share Posted July 17, 2016 John Owyn recalls the late lecher's desire for amnesty but a week ago. 6 Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Malgonious 2758 Author Share Posted July 17, 2016 6 hours ago, Cruz © said: John Owyn recalls the late lecher's desire for amnesty but a week ago. Ser Hakon recalls learning of his family's slaughter and the brutal mistreatment of his kin during the Sack of Norland, but was not aware of this upon said council. 1 Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
HurferDurfer1 2584 Share Posted July 17, 2016 "Again?!?! What is this like, the 3rd time they wish to lose? Stubborn as cats only not as bright." Kallor yells out. Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Argontum 153 Share Posted July 17, 2016 "Hmph, guess the old commander's back, eh?" A young wood elf remarked with a grin. "Well, we needed one anyways... hope I don't get disregarded this time, or was it because I was lazy?" He shrugged as his grin faded away. "Eh, who cares?" McName: Argyy RpName: Videric Volaren Skype:(Pm if you desire.) You have it Profession: Woodworker (Legendary), Breeder (Legendary) TeamSpeak:(Not required but highly encouraged.) I have it, prepare for my shitty mic Time-Zone: GMT+7 Desired Chapter to join: Ruric Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Anisgar 585 Share Posted July 17, 2016 McName:Anisgar56 RpName:Ethan Silversteed Skype:(Pm if you desire.) My Skype is Anisgar56 Profession:Blacksmith TeamSpeak:(Not required but highly encouraged.) I don't have Team Speak Time-Zone:Pacific Time Desired Chapter to join: To fight for the Dreadlands and her people,And to help my brothers and sisters bring down the Oren Empire.And to try and be just as good as good of a soldier and hopefully a leader as my father was.. 1 Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
sneLf 305 Share Posted July 17, 2016 Lucus sheds a proud tear "You will be ah fine soldier Ethan!" Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
excited 10834 Share Posted July 17, 2016 McName: Gorget RpName: Alistair Skype:(Pm if you desire.) firetammer1 Profession: Swordsman, Magus TeamSpeak:(Not required but highly encouraged.) yes Time-Zone: pacific Desired Chapter to join: Any Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Salvo 1831 Share Posted July 17, 2016 "Great. An other one of those mentally-challenged folk who hold a grudge against Oren. This is going to be GREAT!" says Adrian. Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Will (TauFirewarrior) 2465 Share Posted July 17, 2016 Maric crosses off the 'i' and the 'a' they put for Oren, as it is not Orenia but it is Oren. Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Your Favorite Impure 734 Share Posted July 17, 2016 Do remember to keep the OOC to a minimum friendos. We can all act mature here, no? In any case, happy RP'ing! o7 Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Pav33 101 Share Posted July 17, 2016 Lukas would massage his temple as he feels another Norlandic headache brewing. "Eh, It'll pass in a week er so" Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
KeatonUnbeaten 1102 Share Posted July 17, 2016 McName: Keaton9011 RpName: Gared Errmark Skype:(Pm if you desire.) fraser2k15 Profession: Knight, swordsman, etc. TeamSpeak:(Not required but highly encouraged.) Whichever one you use, I am guessing. Time-Zone: GMT Desired Chapter to join: Ruric Chapter 'ave Dreadlands! Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Gangrel1230 134 Share Posted July 17, 2016 -snip- ((removed out of good faith with malgonious)) Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
iris1612 1173 Share Posted July 17, 2016 Brandon sighs "Let it die. House Ruric will never return to glory, yu will never overthrow the empire. You will never get fame and glory and revenge. Ever. You had your two seconds of rebellious fame, and it's gone. And it will never return. So give it up." Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
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