Eshænveurd Company

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The Eshænveurd

The Knight-Cavalry of Savoy

 

 

“Silence through words, spoken in action.”

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Origination

 

The origins of the Company of Eshænvurd may be found long and bloody - discerned by many as a bastion of honour, integrity, and dignity. The Company has always held honour as the liege levy of de Savoie, and as to serve Savoy mounted atop warhorse, accompanying lance and flying banner. Humbled nature of discipline, since the era of Olivier de Savoie these men have since been ennobled as the pinnacle of Savoy in their code and tenets.

 

Following the death of Jon Renault, Guillaume de Savoie was bequeathed with the arduous task of reviving the legacy of his ancestors. Burdened by the weight of such a feat, he took to Ulmsbottom by boat and buried the ashes of his elder brother upon the earth ‘neath Ashford.’ Taking but one man of his home who was willing to follow him, Riccardo de Chatil, he set sail once more to the realms of Man, determined to set fire once more unto the Savoyard ambition.

 

Exemplary loyalty and servitude. Every shield bearing the Ashen sun adorned upon the backs of the ranking men; vigilance selflessly pledged in life and death to House Ashford de Savoie.

For the betterment of humanity and Savoy, shall all Companymen serve honorably.

 

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Lord Guillaume Roland Ashford de Savoie

present within his plate armour,

Circa. 1618.

 

The Eshæn Tenets

 

The Eshæn Company is one of honour, humility, and dignity. Holding tradition amongst one of the longest lines in Orenian history, these men are seen as the representation of all that Savoie has embodied throughout time.

By virtue of a strong sword of Ashford, each soldier is endowed with the responsibility and prowess of the Ashen sun. May they live by a code, and through these tenets do they serve in life and in death.

 

          The Code of Honour: There is duty, and there is honour. Every sworn man of the Company is seen as honorable - to displace that honour is to commit treason of the highest amount.

          The Code of Humility: Pompous bigots are what many an Order have fallen to in the past of Orenian history. Every man of the Company is expected to behave with humility and grace.  

          The Code of Dignity: Men of the Company never bow to an enemy, and would be expected to die rather than throw themselves at the mercy of their opponent.

 

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A Company of Cavaliers campaigning

due removal of the Dunamis horde,

Circa. 1510.

 

Ranks & Hierarchy

 

Eshæn Commandant

The one bearing such a title as the Commandant, is only of Savoie birth and takes this right with humility, but demands respect amongst all in the Company. He works with the Castellier and his Gendarme’s in leading the men in times of war, and preparation, and is marked as the Company’s sole commander.

 

High Command

 

Castellier

The highest ranking of any man in the Company save the Commandant, and only answering to him. This man is the pinnacle of honor and administration. In command of the castle, this man is seen as a masterful diplomat and excellent administrator. They work with the Gendarme’s in leading the company through warfare and through peace.

 

Gendarme

Few but respected, these commanders are the very best of the company and embody dignity and leadership. They take on the role of both commander and leader, and one could be seen seen commanding the entirety of an army.

 

 

Chevalier

These hardened soldiers have earned the rank of knighthood and as so have been given the right to charge at the head of their men into battle, often the arrowhead in direct combat.

 

Low Command

 

Cavalier

An ennobled gentry, these valiant Knights lead their fellow brothers into battle with a strong devotion to duty and honor. They are a respected role within the order and take such with humility and grace.

 

Esquire

One of these men may be found in the long line of troops either atop a horse or on his feet, yelling and drilling the men with great ardent and stoicism. These men are battle hardened and disciplined, and invoke this discipline amongst their countrymen.

 

Quartermaster

This man is found presenting arms and armor to the men of the Company, often yelling at them about their damaged plates and distributing swords to the men of Savoie. They can be found behind the front lines, assisting in keeping the men equipped.

 

Enlisted

 

Vangarde

A Vangarde is a member the Company's bulwark, consisting of the best - battle hardened men the organization can offer. For most, this is a highly sought after role for it embodies all that a man who takes discipline and integrity with sincerity.

 

 

Vandalier

A Vandalier is the position of the sworn of the organization. Having similar duties, This rank resembles much to that of a Footman. When the initiation into the force has been seen to an end; a Conscript may promoted to the rank of Vandalier and receive his plated Ashen armour.

 

Chasseur

These men are responsible for hunting down and eliminating hostiles, and scouting. These men tend to stay to themselves but are also found in ranks, usually used in flanking maneuvers.

 

Conscript

A recently conscripted member of the Eshænveurd. Tasked with sentry duty or conveying information. When recruited, one may don the Ashen emblazoned uniform of de Savoie; by selfless service in unison with their brothers may their service provide exemplary.

 

 

The Chevalier

Servitude of Prominence

 

The few select Company Men of Esheveurd, forever taken into consideration the respect of the ancient within the realm of cavalry, in practice and tradition. Using armor alike that of the old Kingdoms, fashioning themselves scale dresses for their horses. These specialists are feared, and such a position is often reserved to only those most loyal to the Ashford Sun.

 

One may serve in such the specialized unit upon achievement of the rank of Vandalier, in which they honour their tenants in service to Savoy. Although, being a unit of such integrity and duty, bestowed with only the highest honour within the Company - each man is to be specifically selected by the Grand Warden of the Chevalier, and often recommended by the Eshaen Commandant himself.

Esheveurd Standard, Circa 1617.

 

Salerne

 

The men of the company reside within the halls of Salerne, a large castle set upon the eastern foot of Tahn. A strong, new fortification lifted by the master architects of Savoy, it houses not only the military, but the working hands of Savoy as well, surrounded by the fertile farms that edge the County of Savoie. It has a direct travel route to the Heartland of Adelburg, in the Crown land of Oren itself.

 

Mighty an imposing, Salerne stands as the last stronghold of Savoyard forces in Axios, a bastion for the men and women of the Ashford Sun, and GOD himself.

 

[Balthasar 2497]

"Seems organized. Perhaps I should seek out this county of Salerne" comments Horonno upon inspecting the announcement of the regiment and mention of a city.

[Chorale__ 2147]

Moved to The Great Library. It shall be sorted into the appropriate category shortly.

 

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