THE ARMY OF KAEDRIN

[Zhulik 3559]

 

THE ARMY OF KAEDRIN

Issued and confirmed by His Majesty, Adrian I, King of Kaedrin, 9th of Horen’s Calling, 1726.

 

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“Aim towards the Enemy.” — Instruction printed on Kaedreni Ballistae.

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TENETS

Soldiers within the Army of Kaedrin must display complete and total loyalty to their superior officers.

 

Soldiers within the Army of Kaedrin must never take the life of a fellow soldier.

Soldiers within the Army of Kaedrin must never draw blades against a fellow soldier.

 

Soldiers within the Army of Kaedrin must never steal from another soldier.

 

Soldiers within the Army of Kaedrin must wholeheartedly believe in the one true GOD, his creation of Horen and the world.

 

Soldiers within the Army of Kaedrin must never use GOD’s name in vain nor speak of GOD will malicious intent.

 

Soldiers within the Army of Kaedrin must attend Church once every Saint’s Week and be baptised in the Canonist Faith.

 

Soldiers within the Army of Kaedrin must never act in a corrupt capacity nor harm the citizenry without probable cause and/or exigent circumstances.

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RANKING STRUCTURE

SENIOR COMMAND

General

The General of the Kaedreni Army is the supreme head of the Kaedreni armed forces. The General’s authority is unquestionable and should be respected at all times. The General’s duty is to ensure that the best interests of Kaedrin are defended and maintained at all times, forfeiting their pride for the well-being of the Crown and its population. The General is appointed by the King of Kaedrin and is only second to King and the Governor-General. 

 

Commander

The Commander acts as the right-hand to the Marshall, acting as their personal secretary, advisor, and fill in should the Marshal be absent. The Commander is not necessarily expected to be responsible for men, but to ensure that protocol, diplomacy and stability is maintained at all times. The Commander is the head of the Officer Corps and, in battle, the Commander may choose either to maintain martial command or to appoint a Confanonier as the impromptu shot-caller.

 

Confanonier (Captain)

The Confanonier is in charge of all enlisted in their respective division and is expected to ensure that rations, equipment and footlockers are provided to the troops. The Canfononier adopts a de facto commander position while engaged in combat and thus should be listened to unless the Commander or Marshal is present.  The wellbeing of the division is the responsibility of the Caonfanonier and should a division fall behind into laxity or incompetency the Canfononier shall be held responsible. 

 

LOW COMMAND

Decurion

The Decurion is a seasoned officer who is responsible for their respective division, be it the Army or the Caerngard. Generally acting as the focal point for on-the-ground orders, Decurions are expected to lead the men and repeat the commands of superior officers in battle for clarity and efficiency.

 

Ensign

The Ensign is a model soldier who was selected for Officer Corp grooming. Ensigns are expected to receive commands directly from their respective Decurion and undertake them without issue. As part of their training, Ensigns will be given specialized tasks to gauge whether they can adopt a more general command role. Ensigns are forbidden to adopt an elitist attitude to the enlisted.

 

ENLISTED

Primus

The Primus is the elite of the Enlisted. Selected from Man-At-Arms, those who hold the rank of Primus have displayed natural leadership capabilities and devotion to Kaedrin in both Peace and War. Once promoted to Primus, the individual will have the ability to pursue the rank of Ensign for the Army or pursue a transfer into the more specialized Caerngard.

 

Man-At-Arms

The Man-at-Arms is the role-model of the Enlisted. Being the standard rank of Enlisted, the Man-At-Arms is expected to fulfill their duty faithfully in all circumstances, obeying commands and acting rational. The Man-At-Arms is expected to obey every command without hesitation, with critique being provided only in a private setting.

 

Footman

The Footman makes up the bulk of the Army of Kaedrin. Often times relatively new recruits in need of proper conditioning, Footmen are promoted from unoathed following the completion of their first annual tour of service and are selected for more specialized squadron roles. The Footman is expected to obey every command without hesitation, with critique being provided only in a private setting.

 

Unoathed

The Unoathed is an initiate in the Army of Kaedrin who has volunteered themselves/been drafted into service for the wellbeing of Kaedrin. Unoathed undertake a trial tour of service of One Saint’s Week, or one Annum, to determine whether they are reliable enough to continue with training. Unoathed, due to their trial period, do not represent the Army and, should they go awol during their period, the Army shall not be held accountable. The Unoathed is expected to obey every command without hesitation.

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BILLETS

Disciplinarian

Chef

Courier

Drillmaster

Medicae

Quartermaster

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MEDALS AND HONORIFICS

MEDALS

RED CROSS

The Red Cross is awarded to any member of the Army who has been wounded or killed in any action in the service of Kaedrin.

 

SERVICE MEDAL

Awarded for prolonged service in the Army of Kaedrin (2 Annum).

SILVER CROSS

Awarded to a Soldier who performs to their highest ability consistently.

 

COMBAT MERIT CROSS

Awarded for meritorious actions in combat or times of war.

 

THE WHITE ROSE CROSS

The Highest Honors awarded to a soldier in the Army of Kaedrin. This medal is awarded for distinguished members who have shown the highest form of gallantry, bravery, and exceptional acts.

 

HONORIFICS

Caedwyn

Master of the Horse

Master of the Hunt

Cupbearer

Lictor

Court Jester

Champion

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LITANIES

LIBATION TO THE CREATOR

The Creator is our guiding light,

A beacon of hope for humanity in a plane of darkness.

 

As we serve Him, 

He is our greatest servant.

 

As we pray to Him,

His thoughts are only for us.

 

And in the dark when shadows threaten,

The Creator is with us,

In spirit and in fact. 

 

PRAYER IN THE TIME OF THE TIMULTS

Creator of man, overseer of all things right,

Whose powers none can resist,

Save and deliver us, we beseech, 

From the hands of our enemies,

By granting us dominion over them,

Show us the path to victory,

That we might produce it in Your undying name.

 

LITANY OF WAR

Exalted Owyn, bestow on me Your righteous fury and Your furious strength. Let me become the storm that strikes the enemy from Your sight.

 

LITANY OF STRENGTH

I am a man,

Prone to weakness,

But I am a Soldier,

Where weakness is death,

I will crush my weakness,

With the weight of my pride.

 

LITANY TO DUTY

Give me the strength to carry my duty through, and smite those who seek the thwart me.

 

LITANY OF ARBALEST LOADING

Exalted Owyn, accept my gift, Swallow the light, and spit out death.

 

LITANY OF FIRING

Exalted Owyn, guide this bolt into the hearts of Your foes.

 

OATH TO VENGEANCE

I will destroy all who seek to destroy me.

 

FEAR INCANTATION

Fear is naught, for my faith is strong.

 

INCANTATION OF BATTLE

Smite the foe! Smash the enemy! For the Commonwealth we bring death!

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IN NOMINE DEI,

His Majesty, Adrian I of House Helvets, King of Kaedrin, Grand Duke of Ves, Duke of Cathalon, Lord of the Rhoswenii, and Captain & Defender of Liberty

 

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“We’re back, Praise th’ Lord!” -Caleb Crider, Rhoswenii.

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Bruno smiles toothily.

[Reckless Banzai Screamer 15456]

Commander Saeewyn stands ready with his screamers to defend Kaedrin!

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Man-At-Arms Cameron Halmar nods, impressed with the plentiful publications that had been printed.

[Peter Chivay 2494]

“Very cool” Says Tom

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*Vincent happens upon a pole in the countryside of the Commonwealth, on which is plastered an advertisement to the Army. Impressed, he hastily pens a message to the local Commander, hoping to join the cause as his days on the road appear numbered.