Codex of the Army of Valenza

[Jordchien 51]

 

 

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The Army of the Republic of Valenza

S.A. 159

 

 

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As soldiers of the republic, we pledge our loyalty and protection to the flag of Valenza, her citizens and allies. We swear to defend her walls with our lives to ensure the prosperity of our people.

 

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SECTION I

On the Duke of the Valenza

 

I - The Duke is the Head of State of Valenza and shall be from the House Alessandria.

 

II. - Duties of the Duke concerning the military shall be the following:
II.I - Appointments and knighting of Cavaliers.

II.II - Management of war and diplomacy; declaring war and maintaining relationship between Valenza and her allies.

II.III - Ensuring the stability of the military.

           II.V - Advising and working alongside the General.

 

III - As head of state, the Duke may override any decision made by the General and lower ranks. The Duke also reserves the right to revoke or demote any soldier in the army within reason.

 

 

SECTION II

On the General of the Republic

 

I - The General is the commander of the military and shall be from the House Winters appointed by the Duke.

II - The duties of the General shall include the following:
II.I - Management and commanding of the army during war and peace time.

II.II - Ensuring the duties and responsibilities of each rank are withheld.

II.III - Ensuring the stability of the military.

II.IV - Training any soldiers, and cadets.

II.V - Protecting and defending the Republic and her citizens from any threat.

II.VI - Speaking on behalf of the Duke when the Duke is not present.

II.VII - Advising and working alongside the Duke relating to military matters.

II.VIII - Swearing in any new enlisters and promoting existing soldiers.

 II.IX - The arrest and/or banishment of those who do not follow Valenza’s rules or who threaten the safety of her citizens.

 II.X - Managing guardsmen responsible for guarding the gate of Valenza.

III - The general reserves the right to revoke or demote any soldier in the army within reason.

 

SECTION III

The Lieutenant General of the Republic

 

I - The Lieutenant General is the second in command of the military and acts as an advisor and right hand man/woman to the General.

II - The duties of the Lieutenant shall include the following:
II.I - Management and commanding of the army during war and peace time alongside the General.

II.II - Ensuring the duties and responsibilities of Captains and Corporals are withheld.

II.III - Speaking on behalf of the General when the General is not present.

II.IV - Training any soldiers, and cadets.

II.V - The arrest and/or banishment of those who do not follow Valenza’s rules or who threaten the safety of her citizens.

II.VI - Swearing in any new enlisters and promoting existing soldiers on behalf of the General.

II.VII - Advising the General.

 

III - The Lieutenant will be required to attend leadership meetings with the General when summoned, to ensure the stability and order of the Army.

 

SECTION IV

On the Captains of the Republic

 

I - The Captain is the third highest rank in the military and is responsible for leading and training assigned troops. These troops differ between specialties such as; infantry, archers, cavalry, and medics.

II - The duties of the Captain shall include the following:
II.I - Leading of their assigned troop during war and peace time under the guidance of the General and Lieutenant.

II.II - Ensuring the duties and responsibilities of their soldiers are withheld.

II.III - Training soldiers, cadets and enlisters.

II.IV - The arrest and/or banishment of those who do not follow Valenza’s rules or who threaten the safety of her citizens.

 

III - Captains will be required to attend leadership meetings with the General when summoned, to ensure the stability and order of the Army.

 

SECTION V

On the Soldiers of the Republic

 

I - All Soldiers are responsible for fighting for and protecting Valenza, her allies and citizens with their lives.

II - After enlisting, a cadet may be trained for the amount of time the General or Captain feels appropriate. Once a cadet has proven themself worthy, they shall be sworn in by either the General, Lieutenant or Duke and shall be assigned to a troop based on their skillset and preferences.
III - Those 15 years and older shall be able to enlist, however those under 18 will remain a cadet in training until they turn 18. Cadets shall not be required to go to war unless absolutely necessary.
IIV - Infantry, archers and cavalry will be responsible for guarding and patrolling the gates and streets of Valenza during peacetime. Combat medics will remain regular medics in addition to attending soldier training during peacetime.

 

IV - The duties of soldiers shall include the following:

IV.I - Patrol and guard of Valenza’s walls, gate and streets, reserving the right to turn away any person(s) from entering when the gate is closed.

IV.II - Following the command of their superiors at all times.

IV.III - Regularly attending training during peacetime.
IV.IV - Going to war or defending Valenza from sieges when required.
IV.IIV - Solving and policing disputes within the walls. 

 

X - On Corporals of the Republic

 X.I - Corporal is an honorific title awarded to capable soldiers after proving themselves loyal to the Republic by the General. It is a rank in between soldier and Captain.
X.II - Corporals shall receive a different set of armour to show their rank.
X.III - May contribute to training cadets with permission.      

 

 

 

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Issued and proclaimed,

Elijah I, Duke of Valenza, Protector of Alessandria, 

Lord of House Alessandria etc.

Arthur Winters I, General of the Republic, Cavaliere of Valenza, 

Lord of House Winters etc.

[Kardika 62]

"god bless the republic" Vindacus utters drunkenly, as he steps outside the Valenzian bar. He gave a wobblily salute to the statue in front of the palace before stumbling into the bushes.