[Recruting] Regiment of St. Lothar

[Chronics 482]

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Scribed by: Achillius d’Arkent & Sebastian Eros

INTRODUCTION

The Regiment of St. Lothar (est. 101 BA) acts on behalf of the Kingdom of Balian as its standing army and military. The Balianese military force has been entrusted with the sacred duty of safeguarding the sovereignty and people of Balian from both internal and external affairs, for unwavering in their steadfast faith and loyalty unto the crown, the Regiment is the nation’s first line of defense.

 

The Regiment operates as an autocratic, primarily land-based force. The Regiment is led by the Lord Strategos, who holds the highest authority within the command structure and its associated units. The military is responsible for securing the Kingdom’s borders and maintaining tranquillity within its walls.

Balianese soldiers of the Grand Covenant stand triumphant at the Battle of Hippo’s Gorge, Circa. 91 BA.

SECTION I: Command Structure

Officer Ranks

Strategos

The Strategos holds the highest authority within the Regiment, and is a rank afforded only to veterans who have proven their unwavering honour and steadfast loyalty through years of valiant service beneath the crown and people of Balian. The Strategos is responsible for executive decision making, task management, organization, and recruitment.

 

Athanator

The Athanators are second to only the Lord Strategos within the Regiment structure. These soldiers have completed their senior officer courses and are expected to lead their own Billets, as well as manage training for less experienced soldiers.

 

Hypatos

The Hypatos is the first commissioned officer rank, and serves as the transition from enlisted soldier to higher command upon completion of their officer training courses. This rank is charged with upkeep, leadership, and the command of lower ranks.

 

Enlisted Ranks

Dekaros

The Dekaros are veterans of the Regiment who have proven their unwavering loyalty and assured competence in their field. Dekaros are seasoned soldiers who serve as key figures in tactical operations. Their expertise and judgement make them important assets to the Regiment.

 

Excubitor

Excubitors have proven their discipline and competence within the Regiment. This rank marks the beginning of a more strategic role for aspiring soldiers, with increased responsibilities in both training and leadership.

 

Noumera

The Noumera rank is the first rank achieved after completion of the Combat Academy, Noumera are considered fully trained soldiers, ready to serve in the Regiment’s ranks. They have demonstrated proficiency in combat, discipline, and teamwork.

 

Aspirant

The Aspirant rank is bestowed upon those who have recently joined the Regiment of Saint Lothar, marking the beginning of their military careers. Aspirants undergo training within the Combat Academy, where they are molded into disciplined soldiers capable of serving the Kingdom and its citizens.

SECTION II: Specialist Formations

Armourers

The Armourers are an integral aspect of the Regiment, overseen by the assigned Quartermaster. This formation is responsible for the allocation of resources and keeping inventory on all equipment utilized by the soldiers of the Regiment. Their day-to-day duties include storage organization, requisition request approval and denial and material bookkeeping.

 

Apothecaries

Instructed in advanced medical practices, the Regiment Apothecaries are primarily responsible for the wellbeing of their peers and ensuring active servicemen are in able condition. These individuals are often distinguished by their skills as physicians, as well as a knowledge of various alchemical practices and peculiar substances.

 

Chaplains

Venerated for their steadfast faith and dedication, Chaplains serve to guide their comrades-in-arms spiritually, leading the Regiment’s soldiers in prayer and reciting litanies both off and upon the battlefield. However, having sworn themselves singularly to the faith, members of the chaplaincy hold no official authority within the chain-of-command but are instead honoured representatives of the Diocese of Lotharia. 

Balianese soldiers of the Regiment on campaign in the tundra of Ailmere, Circa. 130 BA.

SECTION III: Traditions

The Hunt

Per tradition, Aspirants have to complete a hunt before being officially inducted into the ranks of the Regiment. The aspiring combatant will be tasked with felling a manner of beast, a test during which they must prove themselves capable of exercising their training. Upon completion, the Aspirant’s basic training will be recognized as completed.

 

Honor of the Fallen

The fallen of the Regiment are buried through special regiment ceremonies where they are laid to rest by their comrades-in-arms. These burials serve as a means to honor every soldier who has given their life in service to the Crown and its people. 

 

Regimental Addresses

Every year there is a Regimental Address, During this address soldiers are given information on any news concerning their nation, capital or the regiment. This is also a time for promotions and pay to be handed out to the soldiers.

 

Oath of Service

Upon completion of their basic training, every soldier takes the Oath of Service, solidifying their choice and loyalty to the Kingdom of Balian, its reigning sovereign and the Regiment of Saint Lothar. The Oath of Service acts as a way to unify all soldiers and grants them a purpose for their time in the Regiment.

SECTION III: Recruitment

If you are interested in joining the ranks of the regiment send a bird to one of the following officers,

 

Strategos, Achillius d’Arkent

Hypatos, Rylee Malgath

Hypatos, Sir Marcel Vuiller
Hypatos, Aurellius Greye

[OOC: If you’re interested in joining, please reply to this post answering the following IC prompt!]

IC:

 

[!] An older gentleman of the Regiment of St. Lothar manned the recruitment stand, letting out a grumble as he was approached. He tapped upon his paper with the end of his quill, asking the following questions with a gruff voice:

“Ai, your name?”

As he noted the name, seeming to struggle with its spelling, he continued. “And where’re you from?”

“Ai? It’s nice, isn’t it?” Again, he scribbled the answer. “Now, what’s brought you to joinin’ the ole regiment?”

The old recruiter hummed thoughtfully, once more nodding. “And do you have any prior experience? Skilled in combat or weaponry?”

“And, eh... Anything else necessary for us to know?” The final question came, the pen tapping against the wooden stand.

As the interview came to an end, the old man reached out a hand to firmly shake that of the recruit’s. “Graza teu! You’ll hear from the Regiment shortly.” And with that, you were dismissed, and the recruiter beckoned the next in line to approach.