The Baton Initiative

[Zhulik 3559]

 

THE BATON INITIATIVE

Issued and confirmed by his Majesty, Adrian I, King of Kaedrin. 10th of Sigismund’s End, 1726.

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A STATEMENT FROM THE PROTECTOR GENERAL OF THE COMMONWEALTH OF KAEDRIN:

 

For centuries many militaries have provided their soldiers with the most basic of equipment due to a low budget or incompetent conservators. Often times, levies are simply provided a uniform, a set of armor and some form of deadly weapon so that they might be combat ready at a moment’s notice.

 

However, it has come to the attention of the Army of Kaedrin that, ultimately, should a fighting force be delegated to the role of peacekeepers in addition to combat ready fighters, that the basic equipment provided to the levies of humanity will not suffice.

 

It is for this reason that the Army of Kaedrin shall be the first to publicize its newly acquired, standard-issue equipment to both reassure the common people and inspire other militaries to adapt to a modern setting.

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The Kaedreni Service Polearm: Varying dependent on the troop’s personal preference, it is expected that each soldier in the Army of Kaedrin be equipped with some sort of medium-ranged polearm. These weapons include Halberds, Pole-hammers, Pole-axes, Spears, Hastae, etc. Assigned to Primus and lower. Weight: Varies

 

The Kaedreni Service Arming Sword: A short ranged steel blade with the intent as acting as a secondary weapon should opponents get within the range of the service polearm. Weight: 2.5 lbs.

 

The Kaedreni Service Baton: A 28 inch ash Baton coated with a burgundy hue, the Service Baton serves to provide a non-lethal alternative when neutralizing belligerents. Weight 1.8 Lbs.

 

The Kaedreni Service Mask: A cloth face masks designed to aid troops in when passing through smoke, toxically odorous areas and/or poisonous attacks. Weight: N/A.

 

The Kaedreni Service Mattock: A standard issue steel tool with a stout head and either a spike for mining or an axe-head for chopping, utilized to construct trenches and clear terrain swiftly and efficiently. Weight 4.4lbs.

 

The Kaedreni Service Scutum: A square shield with mild curve used to be used for testudo or phalanx infantry formations when engaged in march towards the enemy. Assigned to Ensign and higher. Weight: 22 lbs.

 

The Kaedreni Service Rucksack: A study leather sack designed to efficiently aid in the transportation of standard issued equipment whilst on patrol or active duty. Weight: N/A.

 

The Kaedreni Service Crossbow: A light lever operated crossbow reloaded by the pulling of the crossbow’s string back into its firing mechanism. Weight: 10 lbs.

 

Total Weight: 40.7 lbs. (No Polearm)

 

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IN NOMINE DEI,

His Excellence, The Honorable Richard de Reden “The Red”, Governor General and Protector General of the Commonwealth of Kaedrin, Count of Kreden, Baron of Caer Bann, Moranguard of the Caernguard, Arch-Lector of Owyn’s Creed, Imperial Knight of the Imperial Order of St. Edmond, Dragonslayer.

[Kanadensare 456]

16 minutes ago, Zhulik said:

Kaedreni Service Baton

Dirty Goon distinctly remembers getting one of these when he slaughtered a Caer Bahn like the dogs they are!