Aesterwald

• Log of Promotions • Stellvertreter David Campos, -age-, 5th of the Sun's Smile, 1472 Quinlan Campbell, -age-, 5th of the Sun's Smile, 1472 Arhadir Owl, -age-, 5th of the Sun's Smile, 1472 Ritterbrudern Ser Rymuel Elendil, -age- ; 5th of the Sun's Smile, 1472 Ser Marcellus Baselius,-age- ; 5th of the Sun's Smile, 1472 Ser Raigeki Kato, -age- (Reserves); 5th of the Sun's Smile, 1472 Ser Ehrick Elderon, -age- (Reserves); 5th of the Sun's Smile, 1472 HalbBrudern Thomas Mallory, -age-; 5th of the Sun's Smile, 1472 Layne Silverthorne, -age-; 5th of the Sun's Smile, 1472 Liam McLeod, -age-; 5th of the Sun's Smile, 1472 Theodoric Hamlen, -age-; 5th of the Sun's Smile, 1472 DiendeBrudern Zenturio Gefreiter Initiate Rilkor Niwarsay, -24-; 11th of the Grand Harvest, 1473

AesterKorps The Retinue of the Apostolische Königreich Aesterwald Bannermen of House Rovin “Primoris Obtundo cum Metallum Fervens est” https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=JWdC_iifvtQ Mission and Tradition The Aesterkorps, also known as Vanders, is a relatively new organization, founded in 1476 by the young Arn Rovin, son of Voron Rovin, the 1st Apostolic King of Aesterwald, in response to a growing need for a banner force for the family. As the Rovin family grows and expands in its reach and power, the heartiest warriors from among the land are called to experience a life of servitude and tradition. The Vander Code A Code of Common Chivalry Between All Men † To fear the Creator and maintain His Church † † To serve the liege lord 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 to speak the truth † † To persevere to the end in any enterprise begun † † To never to refuse a challenge from an equal † † To never to turn the back upon a foe † Join Now To join the Aesterkorps, simply send a letter to the Lord Constable and his Stellvertreter, or meet them at the Eagle's Nest in the city of Vanderfel, capital of Aesterwald. Rank and Organization The Aesterkorps derives their ranking and organization system and regimen from many different culture, organizations, and guilds. However, the most prevalent similarity is that of the Holy Order of Saint Lucien, formally led by Grandmaster Jack Rovin of Kaedrin. Oberkommando Lord Constable His Royal Highness, Arn of House Rovin, Crown Prince and Lord Constable to the Apostolic Konigreich of Aesterwald Currently held by Arn of Rovin, son of Lord Voron of Rovin, the (rank) is sole head of all professional and levy forces of Aesterwald and her dependents. Stellvertreter (Deputy Constable) These are Ritterbruderns that have been promoted to Deputy Constable to assist with the leadership of the Aesterkorps. These men have have many years of military and leadership service making them all perfect for this position Offizier Ritterbrudern Knighted by the sword of Lord Voron himself, Knights of Aesterwald, or “Knight-Brothers” are sworn to the protection of House Rovin and the hardy people tilling the lands of Aesterwald. Following a strict code, not unlike the multiple codes and laws from the Holy Order of Saint Lucien, knights are chivalrous and undoubtedly loyal. To be nominated for the title, a candidate must at least be a HalbBrudern and be elected unanimously by the Ritterbrudern. Halbbrudern The first rank of chosen soldiers, “Half-Brothers” are the more senior soldiers and are classified as an Officer in the Aesterkorps, chosen through unanimous vote and approval by the Oberst. The HalbBrudern take on roles of responsibility not taken by the Ritterbrudern, and take direct command of the Zenturio and Initiates. Angeworben Diendebrudern Diendebrudern are of slightly higher status than the Zenturio. Usually selected when under the age of twenty, the Diendebrudern are candidates to be knighted through military service. Always born of low status, the Diendebrudern take up the role of the squire to the knights. They are, in theory, equal to the Zenturio, though the old and hardened men hardly regard the Diendebrudern as knights or knightly figures. Zenturio Akin to the rank of Sergeant, this is the highest rank of the enlisted men. These men have many years of experience and have fought many battles against many different foes. They are also seen as the junior Officers and can lead groups of soldiers and completing duties not taken on my the Ritterbrudern or the Halbrudern. Gefreiter (Corporal) Akin to Corporal, these men have proven themselves in battle and have earnt their rank. These men tend to act as an assistant to Officers or Zenturios, They help with running and planning training as well as recruiting. They are sometimes seen leading small groups of men or small training exercises. Initiate This is the first rank of the Aesterkorps and is considered a basic foot soldiers who have yet to complete basic training and swear an Oath to the AesterKorps. Sub-Ranks and Responsibilities Sub-Ranks and responsibilities are not titles themselves, but special jobs taken up by the men of the korps. Quartermaster The Quartermaster is an export on logistics. He is responsible for providing the Korps with adequate supplies and nutrition. He maintains storage, keeping it up-to-date with needed arms, metals, foods, and any other thing deemed necessary for a soldier’s life. There are generally a few quartermasters at a commandery, and one at a baliwick. Master-of-Arms The Master-of-Arms is a blacksmith in the Korps. He is responsible for keeping all arms and armour up to date, as well as providing general tools and trinkets for the soldiers. The Master-of-Arms is the first man in the Korps to receive fresh metals and ores. There is at least one smith at every encampment. Sappuer The Sappuer is a master of fortification and siege. Always armed with a hammer, axe, and spade, the Sappeur is expected to be very nimble and cunning in the ways of haste carpentry. Many Sappuers grow long beards out of tradition. Jager The Jager is the light infantry component of the Korps who acts as a scout and as fast, elite infantry. They can survive in the wilderness for long periods of time and are experts at covert operation. Logistical Organization Organization of Territory As part of war and conquest, the acquisition of territory is inevitable. The Aesterkorps is fit to deal with short-term land management with an easy-to-follow governance doctrine. The Bailiwick is an outpost, normally a small and fortified building, hill face, or crossing, that garrisons no more than 50-100 soldiers. When fortifying a frontier, Bailiwicks are established on the outermost part of the controlled territory in order to keep watch on anything that lies beyond. When used in the invasion of a country, bailiwicks are used to distinguish a clear line of control. Organization of Supplies The organization of supplies is revolutionary to how armies work on the battlefield. Without adequate means to survive and fight, the Legionärs are deprived of their means to put up superior mobilization and movement. To help with this, a common system of quartermastering has been put into place. Common Measurement of Distance Common Measurement of Acquired Goods

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=-ZujhoHZBsg&feature=youtu.be The Ceremony "Now presenting, the Prince Voron, First of his name, Herzog of Vanderfell, and sole claimant to the lands of Aesterwald!" Voron approaches, kneels before a resident priest who stand in the front of the Throne The priest places the crown on Voron's head, blessing him. "All hail Konig Voron I! Long live the King!" The Squire hands Voron the Orb and Scepter Voron takes them and looks out to the crowd holding them, then hands them back Voron sits on the throne, clapping erupts "Now established is the Apostolic Kingdom of Aesterwald, forged from the labor of all, with the sun shining hard on their backs, and the will of God nestled in their hearts." Declaration of Crown Authority Voron of the House of Rovin holds a high crown authority in the land now held as De Jure by Die Apostolische Königreich Aesterwald. Seiner Königlich Apostolische Majestät, Voron of the House of Rovin, henceforth institutes high crown authority within all lands north of the Göttsheim Crossing separating the northern landmass from the lands of the southern nations. These lands include but are not necessarily limited to; the Keep of the Eagle’s Nest and the Herzogtum of Vanderfell, the former realm of Hanseti, along with its dependents and surrounding areas and any other uninhabited or inhabited lands north of the aforementioned crossing. The terms of the Crown Authority shall be presented in the official laws of Aesterwald. Declaration of the Northern Realm The House of Rovin hereby creates the de jure title of the Königreich Aesterwald. The Reich’s direct de jure vassals shall henceforth include the Herzogtum Vanderfell, the the Herzogtom Illicia, and the Grafschaft Marianstadt (formerly known as Hanseti).