THE VANDER LEGION | TROSTINE FRONTIERSMEN

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LEGATE AETIUS

 

 

THE VANDER LEGION

The Vander Legion, also known as the Second Legion, is expected to be the garrisoning force assigned to the Northern Sector of the Imperium. This legion possesses distinctive customs and attire that vary slightly from those of other Legions. The main cultural difference is the Vanderite Oath, which all soldiers of the Second Legion must take before integrating into the ranks of the Vander Legion.

 

† To fear the Creator and maintain His Church

† To serve the Emperor in valour and faith.

† To refrain from the wanton giving of offence.

† To live by honour and for glory.

† To despise pecuniary reward.

† To obey those placed in authority.

† To guard the honour of fellow Vanders.

† To keep faith.

† To at all times speak the truth.

† To persevere to the end in any enterprise begun.

† To never refuse a challenge from an equal.

† To never turn one's back upon a foe.

 

TROSTINE HIERARCHY

The Vander Legion of Trost follows the same hierarchy within the Imperial Guard with minor nominal differences; a Vanderite Guardsman is referred to as a "Legionnaire," its leader, a "Legate." Due to the importance of the northern frontier, the Imperial Family is intended to have direct control over the region; rumors abound of a young child being raised specifically for this office.

 

TROSTINE STATION

The Trostine legion is to be stationed within the Northern Heartlands, although this jurisdiction and duty extend to all of the northern Imperium. The northern Imperium has been deemed the most dangerous subsection, and thus, the mortality rate of the Trostine Legion is expected to be far higher than that of the Capital Legion I. Because of this, the intake of Trost is quite high, and discharge due to mortal wounds is frequent.

 

The duty of a Trostine soldier might vary from labor within Trost, scouting missions, the construction or demolition of defensive structures, or, in the case of dissent, pacification.

 

 

 

TROSTINE DRESS

A legate should always bear the Trostine ‘Bordeaux’ (a shade of burgundy applied to the Second Legion. A legate should bear the standard equipment assigned to them as outlined within the Imperial Armament guide. A legate should always be equipped with their standard issue ‘Trostine’ cloak, a woolen cloak of ‘Bordeaux’ shade in case one must don such. Finally, a legate should always be equipped with their dress uniform, consisting of a ruffled collar and clean garments. These garments are dull in color but are always emblazoned with the Trostine sun.

 

 

THE VANDER CLOAK

The Vander Cloak is one of two legion-specific symbols that those assigned to the Vander Legion are given leave to wear as a symbol of their station. The cloak is a dull shade of burgundy called ‘Bordeaux’ and is distinctly non-royal; however, its similarity to the color spectrum lends credence to their loyalties to the Imperium and the Emperor.

 

THE TROSTINE COLLAR

Sometimes called ‘Ruffled Collars,” Trostine Collars are circular collars applied to garments as a form of status and posture. These collars are not worn in the field by the common soldier but are exclusively utilized within dress-uniform settings, such as presentations, parades, and other celebratory events. These collars mark active or formerly active service within Trost and the northern frontier.

 

DUTIES OF THE TROSTINE LEGION

The soldiers of Trost are entrusted with the vital duty of preventing chaos from infiltrating the Heartland of the Imperium. To fulfill this critical mission, the Legion is granted privileges beyond those of other Legions—notably in their distinctive dress. These Legionnaires accept a high mortality rate as an inherent part of their service, which ensures they remain one of the most well-supplied Legions within the Imperium. Despite the hardships, the Legionnaires of Trost execute their duties with resilience and unwavering resolve, bearing only what is necessary for their vital role.

 

Located on the Northern border, the Trostine Legion is a recruitment center for individuals of Northern non-Imperial origin and serves as a station to harden the more softly disposed. The legion holds the distinct honor of defending the Imperial Heartland's frontier against various threats. These threats include everything from common banditry upon the roads to invasions by undead hordes—or even worse. For this reason, Trost is known as one of, if not the most, perilous stations within the Imperial Guard.

 

Because of these dangers, the Trostine Legion is uniquely designed as a brotherhood, wherein each segment acts as a form of family. The Vander Legion is expected to swear the Vander Oath upon becoming a garrisoned footman and uphold the oath until death.

 

Notes: This is just one of many stations within the Imperial Guard; each is unique with its own quirks, benefits, and drawbacks. By no means does someone in the Second Legion have superiority over those in the Capital's First Legion; it is merely aesthetic!

 

 

AVE IMPERIUM!

 

 

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H V M A N I T A S    I N V I C T A

“Für Gott und Kaiser,”

 

HIS EXCELLENCY, Captain Aetius, Legate of Legion II.
 VAE VICTUS

 

 

 

 

 

 

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