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FIRST ANNOUNCEMENT
OF THE SECOND ROYAL SENATE
OF THE KINGDOM OF BALIAN4th of Owyn’s Flame, 28 B.A.
Introduced and authored by His Excellency,
the President of the Royal Senate of the Kingdom of Balian
Announced by the authority of His Royal Majesty, King John the first, King of Balian
INTRODUCTION
The Royal Senate of the Kingdom of Balian hereby officially presents and publicizes the business of state which was discussed and debated within the first session of the second elected Royal Senate of the Kingdom of Balian.
SECTION I; THE ELECTION OF THE PRESIDENT OF THE ROYAL SENATE
Following the convening of the Royal Senate of the Kingdom of Balian, the Senators of both the Commoners and Nobles alike came before the floor to nominate their fellow Senators to the position of President of the Royal Senate. Following nominations for both Senator John Aquila (Commoner) and Senator Evander Keravallen (Commoner) to the aforementioned Office, a vote was called. The following vote was decided with 5 votes for Senator John Aquila, 0 votes for Senator Evander Keravallen and 1 vote of abstaining. Following this procedure, Senator John Aquila was officially sworn into office and elected as the second President of the Royal Senate of the Kingdom of Balian.
SECTION II; THE DEBATED TOPICS DURING THE SESSION
After having been officially elected a multitude of Senators began to take the floor and offer opinions and suggestions regarding the powers of the President of the Royal Senate of the Kingdom of Balian, as outlined in the Standing Orders of the year 27 B.A. The Senators debated whether or not the President may vote at any and all times, or only when a tie-breaking vote is needed. The motion was not carried by a majority, with the vote achieving only 3 Nays, 2 Ayes and 1 Abstaining.
Furthermore, the Senators discussed the possibility of the delegation of such an aforementioned tie-breaking vote to a third party, such as the King or the Office of the Seneschal. This change to the Standing Orders is to be discussed in the next session as by the Order of the President.
SECTION III; THE CURRENT NUMBER OF SENATORS
Although originally consisting of 7 elected representatives, with four seats in the Royal Senate coming from the Commoner block and 3 from the Nobility Block, one Senator from the Nobility Block, Diane de Rosius, has been reported absent and presumed either ill or deceased, while a second Senator, Cessar Komnenos, has been chosen to serve as the Magister of the Kingdom of Balian, thus terminating his position as Senator.
Following these two occurrences, the Royal Senate of the Kingdom of Balian is to continue conducting its business of state as usual until successors are either chosen or elected.
SIGNED,
His Excellency, the President of the Royal Senate of the Kingdom of Balian
John Aquila2 -
SURNAME: Aquila
FIRST NAME: JohnADDRESS OF RESIDENCE: Lothar's Square 2
FACTION(NOBILITY OR COMMONER): Commoner
YEAR OF BIRTH: 60 S.A.
Are you registered and eligible to vote? Aye.
((MC NAME)): Froschli
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[!] A letter is distributed on notice boards throughout the Kingdom of Norland
and all of her vassals
AN EXECUTIVE EDICT
FROM THE OFFICE
OF THE CHANCELLOR
OF THE KINGDOM OF NORLANDISSUED AND CONFIRMED BY THE CHANCELLOR OF THE KINGDOM OF NORLAND,
IN THE YEAR OF 87 S.A.
To the loyal citizens of the Kingdom of Norland,
It is with great joy that the Office of the Chancellor of the Kingdom of Norland hereby officially announces the ending of the construction of the administrative building known as the Royal Norlandic Chancellery. The building, which is to be open to any and all citizens of the Kingdom of Norland, is located in the north-eastern side of the square of the city of Alisgrad.
Furthermore, within the Royal Norlandic Chancellery, any and all citizens of the Kingdom of Norland are free to anonymously place a book of complaints or a book of suggestions within one of the marked letterboxes.
May this newly established building serve the Kingdom of Norland and her people dutifully and with great honor.
Iron From Ice!
Signed,
His Excellency, Asmund Camian, Chancellor of the Kingdom of Norland
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Asmund Camian plans to attend the Grand Opening and is looking forward to it!
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[!] The following missive is distributed on notice boards throughout the Kingdom of Norland
and all of her vassals.
AN EXECUTIVE EDICT
FROM THE OFFICE
OF THE CHANCELLOR
OF THE KINGDOM OF NORLANDISSUED AND CONFIRMED BY THE CHANCELLOR OF THE KINGDOM OF NORLAND,
IN THE YEAR OF 87 S.A.
To the loyal citizens of the Kingdom of Norland,
As peace once more is established within the borders of our homeland, the Royal Chancellery of the Kingdom of Norland has convened with the members of the King’s Council and set forth a number of decisions. It is with this document that the Royal Chancellery hereby officially announces the creation of the following administrative and executive reforms regarding the royal government of the Kingdom.
The first reform constituted by the Office of the Chancellor is to be the establishment of an administrative building, which is to be known as the Royal Chancellery, within the city of Alisgrad. This building is to be accessible by all citizens of the Kingdom of Norland in order to bring forth concerns to the attention of the Crown and His Royal Majesty’s government. In addition to the aforementioned, the Chancellor is to furthermore establish a royal letterbox in front of said building for written concerns towards the administration.
The second announcement from the Office of the Chancellor is the calling for a mandatory annual meeting and convocation between the royal government and communal governments of the Kingdom of Norland in order to directly address any issues or conflict between the two entities or any further matters which require His Royal Majesty’s Government’s authority or assistance. These meetings are to be held between at least 1 representative from the Royal Government and at least 2 representatives of the communal governments. Failure to convene to such royal convocations may result in demotion or removal of office.
Lastly, the Office of the Chancellor hereby announces the beginning of a royal governmental reviewing period. During this aforementioned period the Chancellery is to closely overlook the duties, authorities and responsibilities of each and every high-ranking governmental member of both communal and royal administrations. It shall be during this time that removals, appointments, demotions or promotions are to be handed out by the authority and will of His Royal Majesty the King.
May the Allfather guide you.
Signed,
His Excellency, Asmund Camian, Chancellor of the Kingdom of Norland
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His Excellency, the Vice Chancellor of the Kingdom of Oren, Lord Thomas Galbraith stands by the window of the Chancellery and puffs one cigar after the other with his old friend, the Lord Chancellor. He then wipes a streak of sweat from his brow as the room is filled with the tobacco filled smoke. He then recalls his service in the Kingdom and prior to the Empire. Thomas then pours himself and the Lord Chancellor a glass from his desk and takes a sip of the cold whiskey. Thomas then thought of the battles he partook in and of the cheering of his soldiers during such time. He thought of Victory. And he shall think of it again.
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Asmund Camian smiles brightly as he reads the missive, saying "Iron From ice!"
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MILITARY LEGISLATION
LEX MILITARIS
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FROM THE ROYAL WAR OFFICE
ISSUED AND CONFIRMED BY HIS ROYAL MAJESTY, FREDERICK I, IN THE YEAR OF OUR LORD, 1876
INTRODUCTION
The War Office hereby announces the creation of a military legislation reform. This military legislation is to stand as a tool of ensuring order and discipline within the militaries of the Kingdom of Oren. Any and all soldiers who bear arms in defense of the Kingdom and under the King’s Colours, both enlisted and commissioned alike, are to be held accountable to the military legislation and are expected to conduct themselves accordingly in harmony with said legislation.
AUTHORITY
The military law, henceforth referred to as the Lex Militaris, is to be exercised and applied upon the militaries of the Kingdom of Oren under the direct supervision of the individual militaries of the armed forces. Although the judicial power to punish and discipline lies within the authority of the individual military in which the Lex Militaris was breached, there exist certain scenarios of breaches where the War Office is summoned to overview the military judicial process. These scenarios are;
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A military tribunal against an Officer bearing the commissioned rank of Captain or higher
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A military tribunal against a Soldier with the potential punishment of Execution
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A scenario in which laws of not only military but also civil nature are broken
Furthermore, after a verdict was decided through a military tribunal the accused Soldier may appeal to the War Office if it is their opinion that the verdict given is unfair and unjust. Following this appeal against the verdict, the War Office may investigate and overview the military tribunal and either dismiss or reaffirm the given punishment.
MILITARY TRIBUNALS & PROCEDURE
After a soldier of His Royal Majesty’s Armed Forces is accused of a breach of the Lex Militaris, it is the duty of the Commanding Officers of said soldier to organize a military tribunal to determine the soldier’s guilt regarding the offenses brought against them.
This aforementioned military and judicial duty falls to the soldiers of the rank of Sergeant and above. In addition to this, it is the duty of the Officer who organized the military tribunal to also hold said trial as well as to determine the guilt and punishment of the soldier accused.
Following the military tribunals organization, it is to be held in a military area and during the organization the accused may select a fellow soldier to act as their attorney. Simultaneously, the organizing Officer is to be considered as the de-facto judge of the tribunal, as well as the de-facto prosecution. After these roles have been explained to the accused, the tribunal is declared in session, unless one of the three aforementioned scenarios is in effect. Following this, the evidence from both parties may be brought forth as well as potential witnesses. After said evidence and witnesses have been examined and questioned, the guilt is to be determined by the organizing Officer.
After having the guilt determined or the innocence proven, the verdict is decided and given in accordance to the severity of the breach committed. This verdict is then to be directly carried out, unless the accused soldier wishes to appeal said verdict to the War Office for further investigation. This verdict is to be in accordance with the breach committed and may range from a simple flogging all the way to an execution.
MILITARY LEGISLATION
The military Legislation, also known as the Lex Militaris, is to be applied to all soldiers of the Kingdom of Oren equally and does not care for rank, title or name. Furthermore, the Lex Militaris is to be divided into 3 different legal Books and then subdivided amongst articles.
BOOK I, Common breaches
§1, Insubordination; When a soldier does not follow an order given by a superior soldier.
§2, Malingering; When a soldier acts as if ill in any way or form in order to not fulfill their assigned duties.
§3, Disrespect; When a soldier shows undue behavior before a superior.
§4, Negligence; When a soldier does not fulfill their assigned duty given by a superior.
§5, Minor Incompetence; When a soldier fulfills their assigned duty given by a superior in a non satisfactory or diligent way.
§6, Looting; When a soldier, without order from a superior, loots from enemy military or civilian installations.
§7, Undue Behavior; When a soldier does not act, both on and off-duty, in such a manner as to reflect most favorably on the Legion.
§8, Attempted Assault; When a soldier attempts to attack and injure a civilian or fellow soldier while on duty without being given an order to do so by a superior.
BOOK II, Major breaches
§1, Assault; When a soldier attacks and subsequently injures a civilian or fellow soldier while on duty without being given an order to do so by a superior.
§2, Bribery; When a soldier intentionally accepts any form of gift, payment or further objects of persuasion in order to alter their duty to the Kingdom of Oren in any way, shape or form.
§3, Impersonation; When a soldier intentionally impersonates themselves as a soldier of different rank, both higher and lower.
§4, Fraternization; When a soldier acts in a friendly and brotherly fashion with an enemy.
§5, Murder; When a soldier takes the life of a civilian or fellow soldier while on duty without being given an order to do so by a superior.
§6, Misconduct; When a soldier does not act accordingly while being held as a Prisoner of War.
§7, Attempted Mutiny; When a soldier attempts to participate or incite a mutiny against the military.
§8, Major Incompetence; When a soldier fulfills their assigned duty given by a superior in a way that other soldiers or civilians have been caused harm to in any way or form.
BOOK III, Severe Breaches
§1, Desertion; When a soldier intentionally leaves their post, duty or assigned task.
§2, Mutiny; When a soldier intentionally participates in a mutiny against the military.
§3, Attempted Treason; When a soldier is found attempting to betray the Kingdom of Oren.
§4, Treason; When a soldier is found betraying the Kingdom of Oren.
§5, Attempted Espionage; When a soldier attempts to conduct any form of active or passive gathering of information against the Kingdom of Oren.
§6, Espionage; When a soldier conducts any form of active or passive gathering of information against the Kingdom of Oren.
IN NOMINE DEI,
HIS ROYAL MAJESTY, Frederick I, King of Oren, forever August, King of Renatus, Curon, Kaedrin, Salvus, and Seventis, Grand Duke of Ves, Duke of Vienne, Helena, Novellen, Sunholdt, Furnestock, Petra, Oltremont, South Arentania, and Lorraine, Count of Mardon, Stassion Castle, Baron of Renzfeld, Protector of the Heartlanders and Farfolk, etcetera
THE HONORABLE, Thomas Galbraith, Aide-de-camp of the War Office
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ROYAL NORLANDIC ASHGUARD FIELD GUIDE
authored in the year 74 S.A. by Marshal Asmund Camian
TABLE OF CONTENT:
Section I: Preamble
Section II: Authority
Section III: Military Organization
Section IV: Military Courtesies and Customs
Section V: Rank Structure
Section VI: Billets
Section VII: Awards and Merit
Section VIII: Enlisting and Oath of Service
Section IX: Retirement
PREAMBLE
The Royal Norlandic Ashguard, often only referred to as the Ashguard, is an organized military organization of the Kingdom of Norland tasked with the protection of the Kingdom and her citizens from internal as well as external threats. It acts as the sword and shield of Norland, protecting its people, territory and interests as well as uphold law and order within the Nation.
In the past, its ranks consisted of main soldiers, ready and willing to give their lives for King and Country. Today, the Royal Norlandic Ashguard serves as a much less martial capacity as a cultural enterprise composed of the brave men and women within the Kingdom, paying due respect to their ancestors.
AUTHORITY
The Royal Norlandic Ashguard acts upon the direct authority of the Marshal of the Kingdom of Norland and subsequently upon the authority of the King of Norland. It doubles as an organized military to defend the Kingdom of Norland and as a policing force to uphold law and order.
Officers of the Royal Norlandic Ashguard may arrest and punish individuals breaking Norlandic Law and oversee the extradition of foreign nations to their respective homeland in case a treaty between such a nation states such. It is furthermore the authority of Royal Norlandic Ashguard to, in times of crisis, enforce curfews, set up security checkpoints along the roads and set security perimeters within Norlandic territory.
MILITARY ORGANISATION
To ensure a stable and effective military defense of the Kingdom of Norland, the Royal Norlandic Ashguard has various forms of military organization deeply embedded within itself. These forms vary from a system of promotion and awarding, to individual military proclamations. The most important and essential forms of military organization are;
Military Proclamations of the Marshal, which act as direct orders to all members of the Ashguard.
The Royal Norlandic Ashguard’s Mark system, in which each and every soldier is rewarded a certain amount of marks for a duty they carried out for the military and shall be rewarded accordingly.
The Billeting system, in which every soldier has the right to claim a secondary set of duties to perform in the name of King and Country.
MILITARY COURTESIES AND CUSTOMS
UNIFORMS
When on duty, each and every soldier of the Royal Ashguard has the duty to wear the individual Uniform in accordance with their military rank. When not on duty, the military expects due behavior from its soldiers, as they represent the Royal Ashguard and subsequently the Kingdom with their actions.
Furthermore, helmets are to be worn during official duties such as court and patrols. Personal modifications made to your uniform are not permitted unless directly given permission from either an Overseer or the Marshal.
SALUTING
Unlike many militaries of the south, saluting is rather a form of tradition than a way to show respect to one’s comrade in arms. Hence in general it is rarely practiced by the soldiers in the Royal Norlandic Ashguard. Although the aforementioned fact stands, there are certain exceptions. These include the presence of the King and the Marshal. In this case, a soldier of the Royal Norlandic Ashguard is to raise his fist to his heart.
ADDRESSING SUPERIORS
When addressing a soldier who is senior to oneself, one must first of all state the rank of the person one wishes to address as well as their first or last name. Following this, the reason for the address is to be stated.
RANK STRUCTURE
The Royal Norlandic Ashguard is made up of two individual types of soldier. The Officers and the Enlisted. Following will be a brief explanation of each rank as well as their individual duties and responsibilities; the hierarchy of Royal Norlandic Ashguard’s ranks will be listed from highest to lowest.
OFFICERS
MARSHAL
The Marshal of the Kingdom of Norland serves as the direct Commander of the Armed Forces of Norland, including the Royal Norlandic Ashguard as well as further militias organized by the Kingdom. It is his or her duty to ensure the continuous security of the Nation from both internal as well as external threats. Furthermore, the Marshal of the Kingdom of Norland acts as the King’s first Advisor in matters of military nature.
OVERSEER
Overseers act as the deputy to the Marshal and have the duty and responsibility to administer the Wardens below them. They often take on administrative tasks such as delivery of pay, equipping the soldiers and promotions. It is furthermore the duty of the Overseers to keep order and discipline amongst the Royal Norlandic Ashguard and issue accordingly punishments.
WARDENWardens are junior officers of the Royal Norlandic Ashguard, tasked with keeping the military discipline and competence in check through hosting training, patrols and further military proceedings. They are tasked with numerous duties involving direct contact with the soldiery as well as conducting regular inspections upon military bases as they see fit.
MASTER AT ARMS
The Masters At Arms are experienced and battle hardened soldiers of the Ashguard and junior Officers. They are normally placed in command of an encampment or Fort in the countryside and are entrusted with the respective logistics and administrative duties of said military installation, such as weaponry, food supplies and repairs. Furthermore, these soldiers are tasked with policing and patrolling their respective territories surrounding their military installation.
ENLISTED
MAN AT ARMS
Men At Arms are senior enlisted personnel with multiple years of military experience. They stand as the perfect example of military discipline, skill and hardship. These soldiers are granted the special task of overseeing the direct training of a group of Initiates and acting as their mentor during this time.
FOOTMAN
Footmen are soldiers who have passed the trials of being an Initiate. These men and women of the Kingdom have proven themselves as reliable and trusted members of the Royal Norlandic Ashguard, being entrusted with the life or lives of his or her fellow servicemembers.
INITIATEInitiates are young and becoming men and women of the Kingdom who have decided to take up arms in defense of their homeland. During their time in this rank they face numerous trials and attend many military procedures in order to learn and master the skills needed to defend the Kingdom of Norland.
BILLETS
Billets, a specialized rank, are extra duties granted to Soldiers who show exceptional knowledge and ability in a certain skill. These roles are in effect both during times of crisis and peace.
COURIER
Couriers are military messengers entrusted to deliver and receive imperative reports and orders from command to deliver to their cohorts. These roles are usually given to cavalrymen.
DRILLMASTER
The Drillmaster is a position given to a soldier of the rank of Man At Arms or above. They are tasked with the training of the Initiates of the Ashguard within the entire Ashguard. The role is typically assigned to a Man At Arms, and they are responsible for ensuring the qualified Initiates pass their trials and progress to the rank of Footman.
MEDIC
The medic is tasked with ensuring that each and every soldier of the Royal Norlandic Ashguard is physically prepared for any task they may be ordered to perform. They furthermore administer to the soldier’s medical needs in any way possible.
QUARTERMASTER
The Quartermaster ensures everyone in the Ashguard is well equipped for any task they may have to face during peace and or war. They take count of equipment and act as the keeper of logistics in the entire Ashguard. They furthermore conduct inspections and report to high command on any supplies needed.
AWARDS AND MERIT
The Medal of Javier
A bronze badge depicting the face of the Thegn King Javier “The Undefeated” Ruric. This badge is granted to those who fulfill the first order they are given. It is the most common badge amongst the Badges of Acclaim.
Medal of Thoromir
For those who have brought new, eager soldiers to the Royal Norlandic Ashguard. Unlike the other badges, there are several variants of this badge. The first badge is a bronze badge, and this is given when a member has recruited one soldier to the Royal Norlandic Ashguard. The next badge is a silver badge and that is given when one has recruited five soldiers to the cause. After that, there is the Golden badge which is given if you recruit ten soldiers. The final badge is the diamond badge which is given to a soldier when they have recruited fifteen soldiers.
Medal of Hakon
The Norlandic Bloodrose Amulet is given to a soldier who has been injured in the line of duty. This amulet represents the blood and sacrifices a soldier is willing to take to serve his people. The amulet is amongst one of the greatest honors one can receive during his/her time of service in the Royal Norlandic Ashguard.
Medal of the Guardian of the North
A silver badge depicting the Ashwood tree. This award is gifted to a soldier who shows valor in the line of duty. This badge is for one who has continuously placed their life on the line. It is to be worn at all times to distinguish those selected from the others. It is a tremendous honor and is granted to those who have done everything in their power for the Kingdom of Norland.
The Sword of Alisgrad
A four-foot golden broadsword engraved with ancient Norlandic Text, on the pommel there is a golden hound with a crown on its head representing Eirik “The Great” Ruric. The Gilded Blade is the highest Badge of Acclaim being granted personally by the King himself. This weapon of choice is forged by the best Blacksmith throughout the land and is a symbol of undying loyalty for which the soldier placed onto Norland and its people.
ENLISTING AND OATH OF SERVICE
In order to enlist the Royal Norlandic Ashguard and subsequently serve the Kingdom of Norland, a man or woman wishing to serve must fulfill the following criteria:
They must be a loyal Norlandic Citizen
They must be able bodied and at least of 18 years of age
They must understand and follow the principles of the Royal Norlandic Ashguard
If these are met, the individual may be enlisted into the Ashguard per their own request. They then are given equipment, food, housing, pay and must undertake the Oath of Service. This oath goes as follows;
“I, _____, solemnly swear on my honor and my sword to faithfully serve the Rurikkid Clans, and above all the Ruric King of Norland, to uphold the laws and traditions of Norland, and to protect her peoples. I will don the red and black of Norland proudly, and swear not to abuse my powers and privileges as a member of the Ashguard.”
Once the applicant has spoken these words, they are officially a member of the Ashguard at the rank of Initiate.
RETIREMENT
After completing at least 25 years active military service within the Ashguard as well as achieving at least 100 marks within the rank they wish to retire with, every member who completed these requirements is entitled to a farmhouse in the countryside which shall be free of tax for their lifetime. After the death of the soldier post retirement, the estate shall be reincorporated into the possession of the Kingdom of Norland.
Signed and approved,
Asmund Camian
Marshal of the Royal Norlandic Ashguard of the Kingdom of Norland
His Majesty, Ragnvald Eiriksson Ruric, King of Norland, High Chieftain of the Rurikkid, Duke of Varhelm and Alisgrad, Lord of Eiriksgrad, Protector of the Highlanders, etc
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a military courier rushed to Einer and bears a note
"To Einar Edvardsson Ruric,
your request to join the Ashguard and thusly to serve King and Country has been reviewed and accepted! Report to the Alisgrad Keep for further orders!
Signed,
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ROYAL MILITARY PROCLAMATION OF NORLAND
authored as of the year 73 S.A. by Marshal Asmund Camian
on behalf of the Royal Norlandic Army
By official order of the Marshal of the Kingdom of Norland, the Royal Ashguard shall henceforth gain the duty to pay military wages to its service members and auxiliaries in direct service within the official workings of the Royal Norlandic Military.
Military wages are directly based and distributed amongst the soldiers in accordance with a pay chart distinguished by the official ranks within the Ashguard’s military organizational structure.
Soldiers of the Royal Ashguard shall only be entitled to their individual military wages for active and honorable service within the specific year that wages are distributed amongst the servicemembers. Wages are furthermore flexible and are heavily dependent on the military actions and achievements of the individual soldier, both positive and negative, and may be adjusted accordingly.
The following Annual Pay Chart shows the specific amount of minae distributed to the individual ranks of the Royal Ashguard per annum.
Royal Ashguard Annual Pay Chart
Initiate: 5 Minae
Footman: 10 Minae
Man At Arms: 15 Minae
Master At Arms: 15 Minae
Warden: 20 Minae
Overseer: 20 Minae
Marshal: 20 Minae
Signed and approved,
Asmund Camian
Marshal of the Royal Ashguard of the Kingdom of Norland
His Majesty, Ragnvald Eiriksson Ruric, King of Norland, High Chieftain of the Rurikkid, Duke of Varhelm and Alisgrad, Lord of Eiriksgrad, Protector of the Highlanders, etc
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a military courier rushed to Uthred and bears a note
"To Uthred Haralddson,
your request to join the Ashguard and thusly to serve King and Country has been reviewed and accepted! Report to the Alisgrad Keep for further orders!
Signed,
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THE ASHGUARD WANTS YOU!
authored as of the year 72 S.A. by Marshal Asmund Camian
on behalf of the Royal Norlandic Army
As peace, stability, security and prosperity once more flock to the Kingdom of Norland, the duty to defend one’s homeland from the dangers from within and beyond our borders grows evermore! Thusly, the call for loyal and pious men and women of our homeland to take up arms in order to defend their people is once more presented to the citizenry of Norland! The Royal Ashguard of the Kingdom of Norland will house, feed, and arm any and all soldiers regardless of rank or wealth. Furthermore, those who have reached the rank of Footmen or above and have served the Kingdom for many dutiful years are entitled to an issue of land from the Kingdom, given at the length of retirement of said individual.
In order to serve and fight for King and Country, any willing men and women must fill out the following form:
IC:
Name:
Age:Race:
Reason for Enlistment:
Special Knowledge:
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ROYAL MILITARY ORDER OF NORLAND
authored as of the year 72 S.A. by Marshal Asmund Camian
on behalf of the Royal Norlandic Army
By the official order of the Marshal of the Kingdom of Norland, a new system in order to reward and promote the soldiers of the Ashguard has been established. This system will assist the soldiers of the Ashguard in distinguishing themselves through their service to King and Country. Furthermore, the marks will assist the military command in over viewing the dedication of each and every soldier in order to evaluate them for promotions or medals. Before promotion, a number of requirements must be met, and typically a Warden or higher must approve.
-Must meet the following amounts of mark requirement for their new rank.
-Must be given the approval of a Warden, Overseer or the Marshal.
-A week at minimum must have passed since their last promotion.
-Promotions are at the discretion of a Warden, Overseer or the Marshal and may be done without these requirements in rare situations.
The following graph shows the specific amount of marks required for the next promotion in rank. Upon promotion, the marks acquired in the previous rank are not eligible to be counted towards the required marks for the next promotion.
Initiate
0
Currently undergoing training
Footman
5
The standard rank of the Army, though dedicated to King and Country
Man at Arms
10
Veteran soldiers, the rising example of the non officer ranks.
Warden
20
Elite commissioned personnel, having served many loyal years.
Overseer
35
Overseer is the second in command of the Ashguard, and must serve at least 10 years.
In order for a soldier of the Ashguard to actively achieve marks, they must prove their allegiance and loyalty to the Kingdom through service in various forms. These being:
-Attending any training: 1 Mark
-Gate Duty: 1 Mark
-Gathering of raw resources: 1 Mark
-Escorting a member of the King’s Council or the King/Queen: 1 Mark
-Hosting a training: 2 Marks
-Participating in a patrol: 2 Marks
-Recruiting a new member into the Ashguard: 3 Marks
-Participating in a skirmish or raid: 3 Marks
-Participating in a war claim: 4 Marks
Signed and approved,
Asmund Camian
Marshal of the Ashguard
His Majesty, Ragnvald Eiriksson Ruric, King of Norland, High Chieftain of the Rurikkid, Duke of Varhelm and Alisgrad, Lord of Eiriksgrad, Protector of the Highlanders, etc
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ROYAL MILITARY ORDER OF PROMOTION
Authored by:
MARSHAL OF THE ASHGUARD
Asmund Camian
Royal Military High Command
Fort ALISGRAD
5th of Snow’s Maiden, S.A. 71
By the official order of the Marshal of the Kingdom of Norland and the Commanding Officer of the Ashguard, Warden Boots Anarone has hereby been officially promoted to the rank of Overseer in His Majesty Ragnvald’s Ashguard in the Kingdom of Norland.
With this new rank comes new responsibilities as well as the authority to command and lead your fellow comrades into battle. As an Overseer of the Ashguard, you shall hereby be responsible for the overseeing of a Vassals`Ashguard Garrisons` Commanding Warden and shall be responsible for the recruitment, supplying, and organization of these garrisons.
Furthermore, as an Overseer, you shall act as the Executive Officer of the entire Ashguard within the Kingdom of Norland, elevating you as a member of High Command. In addition to this, you may promote or demote soldiers of the Ashguard between the ranks of Initiate and Warden with due cause.
May the Allfather guide you in your new Office.
Signed,
Asmund Camian
Marshal of the Ashguard
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AN INQUIRY INTO THE FIRE OF HAVERLOCK
WRITTEN BY HIS EMINENCE
ALFRED CARDINAL NESCIA
THE AUDITOR OF THE TRIBUNAL
2nd of Godfrey's Triumph, 1859
Dearly Beloved,
It has come to the attention of the Dicastery for Canon Law and subsequently the Tribunal of our Holy Mother Church that a breach of Canon Law has been committed within the city of Haverlock. Through an investigation led by myself and Canon Adjudicators, evidence has been presented towards the ecclesiastical tribunal of both internal and external origin.
This evidence, being independently investigated from one another, leads in unisom to a single conclusion:
The Cathedral of Saint Alexander of Furnstock of the city of Haverlock has been set ablaze through an Orenian effort. Not only has a false piece of information regarding the incident been published, accusing an ‘old and delusional woman’ of the act, but also have eye witnesses reported the matter as portrayed by at least 1 man of orenian descent.
All of this evidence, combined with the stance the Orenian Empire has taken against our Holy Mother Church, i.e. the threatening of clergy and complete disregard of Canon Law in the past, leads to the guilt for the fire to be placed upon the Empire of Oren.
In Nomine Dei et Horeni,
Alfred Cardinal Nescia, Auditor of the Tribunal
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Field Report regarding Prisoners of War
1st Regiment, 2nd Brigade, Combat Academy, 1856
~ A depiction of the bandit prison, 1856 ~
Written by Lieutenant Thomas Galbraith, 1st Regiment 2nd Brigade, Imperial State Army
To the most honorable High Command of the Imperial State Army
Rescue Operation
On the 6th of Harren’s Volley, 1856, the hills of the northern Crownlands soon became witness to a large-scale rescue operation led by the Imperial State Army. The Operation was officiated due to the fact that I myself had been captured by the same group of terrorists operating in the crownlands for most recent years, which also attacked the farmhouses north of New Providence and the Port infront of our homeland’s capital.
My fellow comrades of the Imperial State Army were alerted to the location I was taken prisoner to via a coded message hidden within a letter I had addressed to my mother after my capture. Soon the rescue operation was conducted by the 1st Regiment and the designated rescue-team was ordered to march onward.
After their arrival, they divided themselves into two teams. One stormed the frontal gate of the prison leading into the courtyard and swiftly dealt with the force of bandits present there, the second the stables. Soon both were met with a volley of arrows, which missed every soldier present.
Soon the rescue-team under the command of Ensign Madron marched forward and engaged a large group of bandits in front of them, while Lieutenant Primrose and Private Nick Windpelt took out the enemy’s archers upon the rooftops of the prison. After the row of bandits in the front as well as the archers were dealt with, the bulk of the following infantry advanced and met the enemy head on, decimating their main force defending the prison. After achieving this victory in the courtyard, the team split up and began searching within the inner prison for me.
Mere minutes later, one of the two teams advanced to my cell, took out the guard century and liberated me out of captivity.
Prisoner of War Treatment
During my captivity and subsequently as Prisoner of War my treatment was below adequate for an Officer. I was subject to a multitude of both physical and mental torture portrayed by the leader of the terrorist group, who went by the name of “War Axe”. It began with a swift and simple beating yet soon one of their ranks stood before me with a dagger in hand and requested information from me regarding troop movement in the north.
I ignored the question of the terrorist and simply answered with a silent stare, which the man did not take lightly. I was met soon with the same dagger he had in hand, now cutting through my left eye socket. While the pain was agonizing and I yelled upon the top of my lungs, I was struck with a blunt object and soon fell upon the ground, unconscious. Though it was in no way or form the end of my torture.
Hours, or perhaps even days later, I was awoken by a loaf of stale bread and a mug of dirty water thrown into my cell. My eye was still aching, yet thankfully the bleeding stopped. After finishing my meal I was grabbed and brought to the courtyard of my prison. The sun stung my right eye and it was then when I heard a whisper followed by a chuckle, saying “Good Luck.”
Seconds later an old pitchfork was thrown before me and my captors marched to a type of vantage point from where they could observe me. I was at first confused and inspected my surroundings, hoping for an exit to be near. Yet all my hopes were swiftly dismissed as my eye found not an exit, yet a bull standing at the other end of the courtyard I was within. I then glanced at my red uniform and knew what these savages wished of me to do.
I picked up the pitchfork and awaited the charge of the bull, which soon came. I sprinted towards it likewise and threw the given pitchfork at the beast, managing to injure it, though to no avail as it soon rammed me into the air and allowing me to fall upon the hard ground. And by pure luck or a blessing of the Lord himself, the bull fell, be it by my throw or be it by the same diet the savages were feeding me.
After this endeavor, I was dragged and chained into my cell and subjected to further beating by two of the bandits. I was struck into my chest and stomach, yet soon a third entered, ordering the others away. I was soon again released of my chains and brought to a cell resembling less of a prison, though more of an Inn. Within it there stood their leader once more, grinning at me. The man chuckled and ordered his men to stand guard before my cell and to not let me out.
Soon the door to my ‘cell’ was struck open, yet instead of a bandit, before me stood one of my comrades in red, coming to my rescue.
May God save the Emperor.
Signed,
Lieutenant Thomas Galbraith
[This report may only be found within the Imperial State Army’s Files]
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His Eminence, Alfred Cardinal Nescia, begins with a prayer for His Holiness High Pontiff Everard Sextus before placing his vote into the ballot. "May our Lord GOD guide our soul to elect a worthy successor."
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High Pontiff John the first embraces his successor into the seven skies and smiles the sun's smile at his arrival "Welcome, my friend. You are finally home."
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RP Name: Thomas Galbraith
MC Name: Froschli
Voted: Yes
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Field Report upon port side banditry
1st Regiment, 2nd Brigade, Combat Academy, 1856
~ A shipyard outside of New Providence, 1856 ~
Written by Lieutenant Thomas Galbraith, 1st Regiment 2nd Brigade, Imperial State Army
To the most honorable High Command of the Imperial State Army
After my first discovery of organized bandit activity north of New Providence and the subsequent cavalry scouts ordered out by Captain Hieran Melphestaus in 1855, a small group of these bandits were spotted attempting to hijack an imperial vessel still in port. The hijacking was swiftly reported and a courier was sent to the Imperial State Army Headquarters with an order by Captain Melphestaus ordering me to intercept said bandits.
I moved out swiftly with Ensign James Madron and Recruit Tonda to the port and we were soon supported by Lieutenant Antler. As we marched closer and closer, we could observe a force of about 10 bandits amidst their hijacking attempt. This crime was interrupted by an arrow from my own crossbow and a skirmish between my squadron and the bandits ensued shortly thereafter. As the minutes of combat passed, 5 bandits had fallen and we had suffered not a single casualty, yet Ensign Madron was injured severely and Recruit Tonda secured the Ensign while being pushed back by enemy fire, leaving myself and Lieutenant Antler to face the incoming line of enemies.
Soon we found ourselves outnumbered, yet continued to fight on and managed to push the enemy back and away from the shores of the Empire. We returned to New Providence and my wounds were treated by Lieutenant Dr. Primrose.
Due to the frequency of these attacks, I suggest to the High Command of the Imperial State Army that scouting be increased and search parties are sent out to find a potential encampment of these bandits.
May God save the Emperor.
Signed,
Lieutenant Thomas Galbraith
[This report may only be found within the Imperial State Army’s Files]
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Lieutenant Thomas Galbraith is handed the cavalry order by a military runner and dismisses the courier who brought it swiftly. The young officer then reads the verses of text and nods thrice to himself before turning to his commanding officer, Captain Vullerian and speaks of the note just handed to him "These savages do not stand a chance. They shall be dealt with swiftly and efficiently." The Lieutenant then chuckles once before rolling up the order and placing it upon his desk for later.
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Official Announcement from the President of the Royal Senate, 28 B.A.
in Laws & Government
Posted
OFFICIAL ANNOUNCEMENT
FROM THE OFFICE OF THE PRESIDENT
OF THE ROYAL SENATE
OF THE KINGDOM OF BALIAN
5th of Owyn’s Flame, 28 B.A.
Introduced and authored by His Excellency,
the President of the Royal Senate of the Kingdom of Balian
Announced by the authority of His Royal Majesty, King John the first, King of Balian
SECTION I; THE APPOINTMENT OF THE VICE-PRESIDENT OF THE ROYAL SENATE
With the new Royal Senate of the Kingdom of Balian elected, His Excellency, the President of the Royal Senate of the Kingdom of Balian, in union with the powers vested in such an Office through the “Standing Orders of the Royal Senate, 27 B.A.” , doth decree that the following announcement is to be made public to the citizenry of the Kingdom;
THE OFFICE OF THE VICE-PRESIDENT OF THE ROYAL SENATE OF THE KINGDOM OF BALIAN - encompassing the duties and the respective powers and authorities vested in the Office of the President, as defined in the “Standing Orders of the Royal Senate, 27 B.A.”, when said President is not present at a session of the Royal Senate, is henceforth to be administered by The Right Honorable Senator Samuel Wood.
May the Lord guide him during his tenure, and may God Save the King.
SIGNED,
His Excellency, the President of the Royal Senate of the Kingdom of Balian
John Aquila