The Grensewacht

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GRENSEWACHT

"VINCERE EST VIVERE"

The Grensewacht is the diligent standing armed force, tasked with protecting the people of Grense and upholding peace within the Lowlands. The Grensewacht is headed by The Protector of Grense, who has supreme authority over its soldiers, and the ability to deploy them as he sees fit.

The Watch's name, Grensewacht, means The Grense Watch. Initially, it was formed by the men of Grense to keep an eye over their village after a series of attacks from darkspawn and brigands.

ORGANIZATION

 

Captain

The Captain holds the position of senior command within the Grensewacht and is second only to the Protector of Grense. His responsibilities are primarily composed of organizing the soldiers, resolving disputes, and leading larger skirmishes.

 

Officer

An Officer is a senior member of the Grensewacht who has proven their competence and is well seasoned in the routines of guard work. They excel in almost every aspect of combat and field-strategy. Too are they responsible for assisting in training of new recruits and demonstrating leadership in the absence of the Captain.

 

Footman

Upon completion of basic training, a recruit becomes a footman. Footmen form the core of the Grensewacht’s soldiery and are trained to be skilled at melee, and adequate with a crossbow. Footmen are typically organized into squads and operate as the Grensewacht’s frontline soldiers.



 

Recruit

A recruit is a new member of the Grensewacht who has only recently enlisted and yet to undergo training. They are expected to train for as long as necessary to prove sufficient prowess before being promoted to Footmen.

 

 

OATH TO GRENSE

Recruits are required to swear an oath prior to their entering the service of the Grensewacht. When a man takes his oath, he guarantees his absolute loyalty to the Protector of Grense, and is committing to the greater purpose of upholding the values of Grense and striving for virtue.

“May all things both courageous and virtuous bear witness to this here my oath.

I, (Full name), swear to uphold this oath, to honorably defend Grense in her time of need.

I shall follow The Protector of Grense to the best of my ability and bleed with him as I have dined with him, and harbor within me no room for doubt. 

I shall not forsake my brothers-in-arms, and an attack against Grense shall be as an attack against myself. 

…

Verily I take this oath of my own accord.

Thus I swear my fealty to Grense, until my breath has ceased, or fulfilled my oath is deemed.”

 

ENLISTMENT

 

Prior to joining the Grensewacht one is required to qualify for all prerequisites as stated. Possible exceptions to these prerequisites can be made by the determination of The Protector of Grense and The Captain of the Grensewacht.

I. One must be of at least sixteen years of age

II. One must be a resident of the Lowlands

III. One must exhibit common sense and the capacity to be trained.

IV. One must be free of oath or obligation to any other nation, power, or lord save the Church of Canon.

 

 

 

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Caius Mareno applauds his cousin as he is promoted.