CODEX MILITARIS

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On the procedures, conduct and judgement of Aaunic Soldiers

THE CODEX MILITARIS

The Code of Honour 

 

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IN THE TAPESTRY OF MAN, many great armies and hosts have risen and fallen. Though history knows them all, from them shine through the ones who have embodied a strict code of honor and efficiency. Such books as the Lex Kaedrini have long stood out as giving soldiers clear and efficient instructions on how to proceed with serving their nation. Written first by Prince Henry, 1st Lord Commander of the Legio Aaunica, The CODEX MILITARIS will act as a guiding hand and reminder to the soldiers of Aaun. A reminder of what their duty is and how best to conduct themselves. 

 

SECTION I - PROCEDURES OF JUDGMENT

In a case of Soldier of Aaun breaking the Codex Militaris, they are summoned to appear in a Court Martial in the stead of a regular trial.

 

Officer's Council

If a mild breach of the Codex Militaris has been conducted, the Sergeants and Officers of the Legion will meet in a Council, where they will decide if a proper Court  Martial is necessary. If they decide the breach to be of mild status, they may assign a fitting punishment without the need for a Court Martial.

 

Court Martial

If the Sergeant’s Council decides the crime to be sufficient enough, or it appears sufficient enough by default, a Court Martial will be summoned by the Lord Commander. Whereas the summoned will have the chance to speak for himself and provide evidence to support his claim of innocence, or claim guilty directly. The Officer core will act as the Jury of the Court Martial with the Lord Commander being the final judge. 

 

On Punishments

Punishments for breaches of the Codex Militaris must abide within the Rights of Man and the additional Rights guaranteed to each Aaunic soldier by the Great Charter. If the conductor of the breach is a peer of the realm, they will be judged according to the sections of the constitution and the Lex Aaunica, which both take primacy over the Codex Militaris.

 

SECTION II - CONDUCT OF SOLDIERS

Whereas the soldiers of Aaun are oathed to the King, and will represent the King and his realm in all they do and how they act, must the conduct of soldiers, especially during duty, be of utmost respect, piety and professionalism.

 

Contempt & Disrespect

Whereas an individual employs contemptuous language or displays profound disrespect towards a senior rank, the Holy Mother Church, a noble lineage or any of his Majesty’s institutions.

 

Forbidden liaison

Whereas an individual engages in an unseemly relationship between a superior and a subordinate that undermines the superior’s authority or endangers the harmony of the military structure.

 

Dereliction of duty

Whereas an individual fails to appear at an assigned task or post or deliberately avoids partaking in his assigned tasks and military movements.

 

Indolence

Whereas an individual feigns illness, physical infirmity, mental weakness or otherwise feigns a reason to evade his assigned duties.

 

Poor humour

Whereas an individual makes jokes and humorous comments unbefitting of their station and duty.

 

Insubordination

Whereas the individual fails or refuses to carry on his assigned task, speaks out against his superior officer, or makes disloyal remarks.

 

Loss of Honour

Whereas an individual acts in a way that is considered dishonorable and against the good graces taught by the Holy Canonist Church.

 

SECTION III - PROCEDURES OF SOLDIERS

A detailed list of procedures for soldiery that guarantee the efficient and professional functioning of the Aaunic military structure.

 

On arrest

When a member of the Legion finds himself in a situation where they need to arrest someone, the arrest must always be conducted as swiftly as possible, and with as little interference to civilian life as possible.  No unnecessary violence may be used during the detention process.

 

On resources

Whenever a member of the Legion finds himself in the possession of resources that are either too plentiful for his own use or gathered while on duty, the resources must be donated to the Kingdom’s usage.

 

On judgement

A member of the Legion may never judge anyone guilty or innocent. If a crime has been committed or the Legionnaire has proper grounds to suspect that a crime has been committed, the person in question must always be detained and questioned.

 

On military etiquette

The usage of military etiquette, mainly greetings and salutations are mandatory while on duty unless otherwise agreed to by the superior and subordinate. Usage of etiquette regarding the Royal Family or a Noble of the Realm is always expected.

 

On the upkeep of weapons and gear

The upkeep of a Legionnaire’s gear is primarily the responsibility of the Legionnaire themselves. Their gear must always be ready for service and on them at all times. The Legionnaire is advised to speak with the Quartermaster if any questions regarding the maintenance and supply of gear arises.

 

SECTION IV - CRIMINAL CODE

A detailed list of crimes and acts that, if committed by a soldier, will be seen as complete abandonment of duty and honor and will be judged as such.

 

Crimes against the flesh

When a soldier commits actions that either during battle or while on duty intentionally cause physical harm or at the most extreme, the death of another person, this will be considered a crime against the flesh. The soldier may be exempt from this if they committed the action in protection of themselves or another Canonist.

 

Crimes against the spirit

When a soldier commits actions that either intentionally humiliate, insult or degrade the faith, beliefs or loyalties of another person, this will be considered a crime against the spirit. The soldier may be exempt from this if the person in question was not a Canonist.

 

Desertion

When a soldier fails to commit to his duty and oath and fails to take up arms in protection of his Kingdom, its Royal Family or his fellow soldiers, this will be considered desertion.

 

Recklesness

When a soldier out of recklessness or laziness allows a crime or an unwanted event to happen that could have been avoided if the soldier had been more aware and focused on his duties, or when a soldier does not handle a task assigned to them out of the aforementioned reasons, this will be considered recklessness.

 

Espionage

When a soldier intentionally relays any information provided by a superior or overheard while on duty to a third-party outside of the Legion, this will be considered Espionage.

 

Abuse of authority

When a soldier uses his rank or authority to intentionally threaten or leverage others to give information or submit to the granting of money, titles or favors, this will be considered an abuse of authority.

 

Banditry

When a soldier under the colors and arms of Aaun partakes in banditry either in foreign lands or inside Aaun itself, or when a soldier during battle or investigation loots and steals something not belonging to them, this will be considered banditry.

 

Corruption

When a soldier takes a reward, be it monetary or something else, to give special rights, guarantees or exceptions to another person, this will be considered Corruption.

 

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