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MÄNNERBUND DES HEILIGEN JOHANNES THE HOST OF SAINT JOHANN, GUARDIANS OF REINMAR THE HYMN OF SAINT JOHANN Composed by Gottfried Barclay in the year of our lord 1967 SÖHNE UND TÖCHTER VON REINMAR, “A Unified Reinmar” - The collective wishes of the Barclays of Reinmar and of Minitz. Formed in the days of old, the Warband of Theoderic was a stray gathering of souls with no land to call home, composed of brave, adventurous Reinmaren men to seek glory and the prosperity of their tribe. Led by the Barclay cousins Leon and Dietrich, they paved the way forwards for the County of Minitz. With time they were reformed into an organized military arm of the newly lifted Duchy and Grand Principality of Minitz and served through countless wars from Glebite War to the Adrian Rebellion of 1916 and the Aevos Coalition War. Theoderic’s Warband paved the way for what we today call and enjoy home, a unified Reinmar, the standing bastion of Reinmaren traditions and culture. The Landsers were birthed from the flames of The War of Two Emperors as bannermen of House Barclay. The Landsers would serve as auxiliary forces in the battles initially, doing irregular military tasks such as escorting, harassing and skirmishing irregularly during the war. Drawn by the esteemed Saint Tylos Barclay and Wilheim Barclay, the Landsers were drafted to be a formidable military force within battle, serving bravely in the War of Two Emperors. They would play a role in catching and executing a few enemies, and many Landsers are known to be veterans of many battles that have occured during the war. With the Landsers fight finished after the war of the two Emperors, there would be a decline in number, until the Adrian Rebellion of 1916 and the rising threat of the Mori Forces demanded their return. Their numbers swelled once more and would skirmish in and around Haense fending off the Mori and Adrian’s alike. Before continuing the fight later when they were called up to serve in the Covenant wars against the Veletzian League. To this day the Landsers march as they always have, with the Reinmaren Eagle Blazing overhead. The merger of the Warband of Theoderic, and Landsers stands as a strategic and culturally enriching initiative, consolidating the historical strengths of each entity into a unified force. By combining the battle-hardened experience of Theoderic's Warband, and the versatile skills of the Landsers, the merged organization becomes a formidable military presence. This alliance not only ensures comprehensive protection for House Barclay but also fosters unity and mutual respect among members from diverse backgrounds, thereby preserving and advancing Reinmaren and Waldenian cultural heritage. The merger symbolizes a continuation of House Barclay's historical legacy, creating a powerful and cohesive entity that is well-equipped to face the challenges of the realms and uphold the proud traditions of its predecessors. Thus, shall the brothers and sisters of Reinmar ride once more, under the banner of green and blue with an eagle at their backs, axe in hand. WER RASTET, DER ROSTET GOTT MIT UNS HIERARCHY Mosaic of Reinmaren Warriors of Old, Charging with Theoderic UNBLUTIG // UNBLOODED Unblooded are the novitae of the Host, the aspiring brothers and sisters who wish to join the Host of Saint Johann as a noble defender and server of the people of Reinmar. They will undergo the basics of training and speak the oath of initiation so that one day they may achieve the ranks of Ritter. KRIEGER // WARRIOR Initiates who have proven themselves sturdy in their wishes to advance through the ranks. Kriegers are the most prominent rank and file of the Host and undergo more advanced trials and tribulations to further prove themselves. UNTERLANDSER // FOOTMAN LESSER Unterlandsers are soldiers who have proven themselves worthy, they are above the common crop and are well onwards to their career path, in a sub-rank as a Grenadier, Jaeger and Pfleger, etc. See “Subranks & Specializations'' below for more details. They are granted the right to wear their uniforms as representatives of Reinmar when on private matters. Though committing a crime, in another nation while doing so, will result in serious punishment. Alongside these benefits they are also provided the second best rank and file pay. LANDSER // FOOTMAN Landsers are the men and women who have proven themselves above all others and the best foot troops of Reinmar. They serve as the elite troops, and are given the responsibility of showing the path to new soldiers. As with Unterlandsers they are in line for knighthood should they stand even further above their peers. However they will also be open to a number of other roles and positions. See “Subranks & Specializations'' below for more details. AUSERWAL // REINMAR’S CHOSEN Auserwal are soldiers who have proven themselves the most capable candidates amongst all ranks of foot. They are first picks for squire and officers and held to high regard. They serve as the highest position amongst the footsoldiery and are given first pick of loot and coin after a campaign, these soldiers however are not officers they are simply the most elite of the ranks of foot. And held in the highest regard under the officers. LEUTNANT // LIEUTENANT The Leutnant’s of the Host of Saint Johann are the newest officers. They handle most of the daily minor tasks, of checking on guard patrols and making sure soldiers are following proper standards and are following the day's standing orders. These men have little control in the field unless all other officers are missing, but are still expected to know orders well to help higher level officers to keep order. HAUPTMANN // CAPTAIN These men are the right hand men to the Feldmarschall, they often take up a specific task that they make their own and dedicate their tenure as Hauptmann to. On the field Hauptmann serve as the seconds to the Feldmarschall - passing orders along the line, and are the most experienced soldiers, keeping the rest of the formation steady. FELDMARSCHALL // FIELD MARSHAL While the Hauptmann and Leutnants handle many daily tasks it's the Feldmarschall that is the highest authority in the Host. The Feldmarschall wields ultimate authority in the Host of St. Johann, & reports directly to the Princes themselves. The Feldmarschall is responsible for maintaining the training and activity of the Host and is responsible for planning and carrying out the will of the Furst. SUB-RANKS & SPECIALIZATIONS Grenadiers Preparing Various Alchemic Devices FAHNENTRÄGER // BANNERMAN Chosen from any of the Ranks of Foot, Unterlandser and above by the Feldmarschall, the Bannerman is charged with a vital role. In battle they hold the Banner of the Host, tasked with keeping it safe from the clutches of the enemy. They play instruments as well to help motivate the troops, Bardmancy is heavily incentivised. KELLERMEISTER // QUARTER MASTER Chosen from any of the Ranks of Foot, Krieger and above. The Quartermaster is charged with the stocking and resupplying of the Hosts stores, they work in tandem with the Blacksmith and ensure steady flow of weapons, armour, food stuffs and alchemic necessities. EISENMEISTER // BLACKSMITH Chosen from any of the Ranks of Foot, Krieger and above. Blacksmiths are those who have displayed remarkable skill in smithing, tool dexterity and iron work. Their job is to craft all of the arms & armour of the Host and to likewise maintain it with time. APOTHECARIES // APOTHEKÄRE Apothecaries are brothers and sisters who have undergone medical training, it is a specialization which opens up from the rank Unterlandser and above to qualify for and achieve. Apothecaries are in charge of healing the wounded, providing first aid and triage and ensuring the survival of wounded battle brothers & sisters. JAEGER // RANGER Jaegers are brothers and sisters who have undergone Jaeger training, it is a specialization which opens up from the rank Unterlandser and above to qualify for and achieve. Jaegers are in charge of huntsman duties, reconnaissance, and are generally specialized with ranged warfare as well as ambush tactics. They are also heralded as knowledgeable monster hunters, capable of utilizing the correct stratagems and utilities to dispatch them. GRENADIER // GRENADIER Grenadiers are brothers and sisters who have undergone Alchemy training, it is a specialization which opens up from the rank Unterlandser and above to qualify for and achieve. Grenadiers are well learned in the ways of the Alchemical, able to synthesize various potions, explosives and other such utilities that are vital for the Hosts effectiveness in battle. Should they complete further certification and learn Smoggers, they will then be charged with running and maintaining the Reinmaren Landkreuzers, mobile armoured cannon platforms forged from the peak of combined Oyashiman-Reinmaren prowess. OATH OF SAINT JOHANN Warrior swearing Oath before the Liege in Sacred Ceremony Upon undergoing all required trials and training to be enlisted as a Warrior of the Host, the Unblooded shall finally take Johann’s Oath alongside his brothers or alone, in front of either the Feldmaschall, Hauptmann, or both. Upon the taking of the Oath, the Unblooded shall be recognized as a Warrior, receive their respective equipment, and be upholden to both their oath and Johann’s Tenets. Through the struggles of life I trekked, To the core of my spirit I sailed. The ways of the Stallion I hold with respect, For its trials I took and prevailed. My brothers close I kept, In times of need I shall come to their aid. As my own I accept this tract, To its defense I shall raise my blade unafraid. Through my veins flow the customs of my people, The light of the Kanun shall guide my way. Within me resides the spirit of the Waldenian eagle, A spirit so strong it shan’t know decay. Through my spear will be protected the feeble, Only the wrongdoer will be my prey. My soul I shall keep uncorrupted by evil, Humility I shall know, orders to follow and commands to obey. Thus a Warrior I become, My Sovereign to serve. Songs of the glory of Reinmar I’ll hum, My oath I shall keep without reserve. UNIFORMS OF SAINT JOHANN UNBLOODED KRIEGER UNTERLANDSER LANDSER AUSERWAL LEUTNANT HAUPTMANN FELDMARSCHALL In the name of Honor we fight, in the name of God we die, in the name of Reinmar we live. He who rests, rusts. WER RASTET, DER ROSTET His Excellency, Wilhelm von Berkhoven Feldmarschall von Reinmar, Patriarch of House Berkhoven

[!] A missive hung up Army of Valenza Recruitment Missive S.A. 159 As soldiers of the republic, we pledge our loyalty and protection to the flag of Valenza, her citizens and allies. We swear to defend her walls with our lives to ensure the prosperity of our people. Issued to the people of Valenza and all whom it may concern, The republic needs you! Serve and protect your home and its people! Meet like-minded individuals, train to become a warrior. Each enlister is entered into a troop based on skills and preference. Become an: Infantryman, Archer, Cavalryman, Combat medic Join today to accomplish the impossible! Speak to Ser Arthur Winters to enlist. (A painting of Valenza’s troops) Issued and proclaimed, Elijah I, Duke of Valenza, Protector of Alessandria, Lord of House Alessandria etc. Arthur Winters, General of the Republic, Cavaliere of Valenza, Lord of House Winters etc.

The Citrine Guard Established 1948 “As our village sports no gates so must we be its shield, As our Clergy wander the world so must we be their cloak, As undeath marches upon the land so must we be the gold that banishes evil.” Mission The mission of the Citrine Guard is to first and foremost protect our humble Lemon Hill, its denizens, and the clergy. Be the threat mortal, voidal, undead, or demonic in nature, the Citrine Guard is to stand at the ready for the Hill’s defense. We fight for no King or Kingdom, insteading wielding our blades for GOD. The Chain, the Ranks of the Citrine Guard The command of the Citrine Guard is symbolized by a simple iron chain. Each link, whether at the top or bottom, is vital to the overall structure of the organization. Whether one’s rank is that of Grandmaster, the leader of the Citrine Guard, or Recruit, Enlisted or Band of the Flaming Iris, each link must be carefully maintained. The Band of the Flaming Iris The Band of the Flaming Iris houses the knights of the Citrine Guard, men and women trained in the chivalric tradition to keep virtue and the tenants of the organization at heart. I. Grandmaster of the Flaming Iris The Grandmaster is the overall leader of the Citrine Guard, responsible for commissioning the officers of the Citrine Guard and bestowing spurs upon the worthy. The Grandmaster’s foremost duty is to Lemon Hill, protecting the demesne with their own life if necessary. When a Grandmaster dies or retires, their successor is to be chosen of the Knight-Commanders. Ser Morgan of Angren, 1948 - Present II. Knight-Commander of the Flaming Iris The Knight-Commanders serve as veteran officers of the Citrine Guard, capable of commanding both the Citrine Guard and the knights of the Flaming Iris. In the Chain of Command, they are second only to the Grandmaster. Dame Valda, 1948 - Present III. Knight of the Flaming Iris A knight of the Flaming Iris is to be a seasoned warrior trained in the chivalric tradition. They are to uphold the virtues of their rank at all times, for which they are permitted to bear a coat of arms of their own. In the Chain of Command, they are equivalent to a Man-at-Arms. Enlisted I. Sergeant, colloquially known as the “Lemon Sour” Sergeants serve to direct men in battle and maintain discipline in the ranks. They are to be proven soldiers more than capable of commanding their comrades. II. Man-at-Arms, colloquially known as the “Lemon Head” Man-at-Arms serve as the proven veterans of the Citrine Guard, capable of holding their own. May command lower ranks at the behest of a Sergeant or lack thereof. III. Militiaman, colloquially known as the “Lemon Levy” Militiamen are the backbone of the Citrine Guard, drilled and disciplined to be entrusted with the crest of Lemon Hill upon their tabard. Their purpose is to follow the orders of their Sergeant and serve as the mainline infantry of the Citrine Guard. IV. Recruit, colloquially known as the “Lemon Drop” Recruits are the initial enlisted of the Citrine Guard, to be trained and made into Militiamen within the span of a year. Billets Billets sit outside the traditional chain of command, existing as positions vital to the function and armament of the Citrine Guard. Any soldier may be assigned a billet, regardless of rank. I. Quartermaster The Quartermaster works to ensure that all men are armed, armored, and provisioned within the Citrine Guard, directing the alchemists and blacksmiths to accomplish this goal. II. Alchemist Alchemists work to ensure that alchemical supplies of the Citrine Guard are well stocked and the production of potions and elixirs. III. Blacksmith Blacksmiths work to ensure the Citrine Guard is equipped with proper steel and the maintenance of our arsenal. IV. Medicae Medicae work to bind the wounded of the Citrine Guard, be it with sutures or alchemics, tasked with preserving cherished life. Pay Enlisted I. Sergeant Room and Board A daily portion of meat and a lemon A daily portion of beer at the Red Roof Inn Arms and Armor A horse 15 minas a year II. Man-at-Arms Room and Board A daily portion of meat and a lemon A daily portion of beer at the Red Roof Inn Arms and Armor A horse 10 minas a year III. Militiaman Room and Board A daily portion of meat and a lemon A daily portion of beer at the Red Roof Inn Arms and Armor 5 minas a year IV. Recruit Room and Board A daily portion of meat and a lemon Training “Know us by our tabard.” Those seeking to enlist should contact either Ser Morgan of Angren (househelvets) or Dame Valda (Jtit#9196). Alternatively, one may apply by replying to this posting in the following format: Application Name: Age: Race: Username: Discord: https://discord.gg/hkpt7R6gqt

[!] The brothers-in-arms of the Friedrichian band leaving their farm in Lemonhill to fight against the Vale & Norland at “Grubnakh’s Charge” _________________________________________________________________________________________________ Table of Contents Chapter I - The Crimson Genesis Chapter II - The Holy Mission Chapter III - Creed Chapter IV - DEUS VULT _________________________________________________________________________________________________ CHAPTER I FROM SONS OF PAGANS, TO WARRIORS OF GOD The founding members of the Friedrichian band, including Hannes Steelguard, trace their roots back to the continent of Almaris. Their ancestors were soldiers of fortune in “The Red Company”, fighting all over the continent for whoever paid the most such as the Uruks, Rozanians, Sutica and later Savoy as a vassal. The Red Company and its successors made their mark on the history and continent before its fall to the Mori. The members of said Company were not men of Canon yet they were friendly and once Savoy collapsed they began worshiping a false idol who resided in a lake. The successors of the company tried to keep itself afloat yet struggled, wandering from realm to realm in hopes for a home until the continent fell. Many things have changed since yet some things remain the same. The descendants of the Red Company now fight under the name of the Friedrichian Band, named after the father of Hannes Steelguard, as they pursue their martial lifestyle like their ancestors but no longer for personal gain or glory but for the glory of the divine. The founding members of the band were raised within canondom and were subjected to the TRUE FAITH and now worship it with zeal and are ready to defend it with their lives. Abiding by the CANON LAW and the word of the exalted and GOD. Regarding the band, it is not a holy order that is patronized by the HOLY MOTHER CHURCH nor a state but rather it is a knightly order of zealous canonists who wish to defend and fight for their faith. They of course gladly work closely and try to keep good relations with other holy orders of the church to achieve common goals alongside with the HOLY MOTHER CHURCH, yet their methods may differ in some areas. _________________________________________________________________________________________________ CHAPTER II TO BE CANONDOM’S SHIELD, TO BE ITS SPEAR Just as the Exalted Owyn, who went and lived in the den of his enemies to free the faithful and then went to Edel on a lone crusade in penance of the kinslaying of his uncle, so does the Friedrichian Band. They believe in taking after Owyn and living by his example. They believe that instead of waiting for evil to turn good or show itself, it must be sought after, unearthed and purged before it does any harm to the greater world. That is why in the year of 1941 the band called for the faithful to take action against the priest killings in Lurin. That is why they ride out to fight those who make themselves enemies of the HOLY LIGHT OF GOD like they did in 1944 when they rode out to slay Norlanders and wood elves alongside the Uruks. They believe in safeguarding the faith and ensuring the moral wellbeing and safety of those that belong to GOD’s flock, finding themselves offering humanitarian aid whenever they can or when the need rises. Their mission is of such importance that they are ready to lay down their lives for it, serving on the frontlines against evil with honor and prowess. They are protectors, crusaders fighting evil and the pagan in the name of GOD. _________________________________________________________________________________________________ CHAPTER III UPHOLD GOD’S GLORY IN ALL YOUR PARTAKINGS The comrades of the Friedrichian band uphold a creed. The fundamental belief of this creed is to undertake everything with the goal of upholding the WORD and GLORY OF GOD. From accepting a challenge of combat to doing mundane tasks. To living according to the scrolls and the examples of the Exalted. There is though a more solid code of conduct which they abide by. Their actions are based off of this most of the time: I. Knight, you are a warrior serving the GLORY OF GOD with Honour and Loyalty II. Each Knight is your brothers-in-arms whatever his nationality, race or culture may be. You show him the same solidarity that links a family together for we all belong to the family of CANON. III. Respect for GOD and traditions, devotion to GOD, discipline and comradery are your strengths, courage and loyalty are your virtues. IV. You are a warrior of GOD. Show this through your always dignified yet modest behavior and through your diligence. V. The mission is sacred, you carry it out until the end and, if necessary in the field, at the risk of your own life. VI. In combat, act with righteous passion for our LORD GOD, and never abandon your dead, your wounded, or your arms. VII. At all times speak the truth. Only the great deceiver IBLEES and DARKSPAWN deal in lies. VIII. To keep faith. IX. Never turn your back on an equal or inferior foe. You are the sword of GOD and you shall cleanse the mortal plain of SIN & VERMIN. X. Protect the weak and defenseless of CANONDOM. Be their shield and spear by seeking out evil and purging it. _________________________________________________________________________________________________ CHAPTER IV GOD WILLS IT Those that wish for more knowledge of our band, for those that wish to fight for OUR LORD GOD’S WILL, to the forces of evil; you may find us in Lemonhill. _________________________________________________________________________________________________ ✠ AVE HOREN, AVE OWYN, AVE GODFREY ✠

THE HOST OF ST. ARPAD OF VILACZ, THE BANNERMEN OF IVANOVICH Issued and confirmed by, THE DUKE OF STRAN 11th of Sigismund's End, 1932 INTRODUCTION Nearly thirty years ago to the day the Host of St. Arpad was established in a small chapel in the former lands of Cherskavy. From there we set out to establish ourselves and seek a better life than what we had before. We traveled and settled in numerous places, a mere reprieve before the work was to begin. As time progressed, our numbers grew as more and more true-raevir settled, now we reach a point in time of peace and prosperity. Yet, it is not our way to just keel over, we must always remain ready for battle and reject the ways of the heartland-folk. It is with that, the Host of St. Arpad of Vilacz remains the standing militant force of House Ivanovich and defenders of the wayward Raevir in the Duchy of Stran. An artistic rendition of a Kazak leading the Host of St. Arpad, c. 1932. MISSION The Host of St. Arpad of Vilacz is to act as the personal bannermen and guard force for House Ivanovich, the Duchy of Stran, and any other of Ivanovich holdings. Founded on the principles of Ruskan Orthodoxy and the militant scriptures of St. Arpad, the streltsy serving within its ranks have been honed into a professional fighting force compared to a local militia or levy. They are tasked with protecting any and all wayward raev-folk who have lost their way and to act in the Duke’s best interest and at his discretion. Depiction of three bannermen of House Ivanovich in full uniform. RANKS Hetman - Гетман The Hetman or Duke of Stran is the commander of the Host of St. Arpad, it is he who houses them, feeds them, and so forth. In return those amongst the host owe oaths of loyalty to the Hetman. The Hetman can only be the Duke of Stran, unless a different successor is chosen by his will. Ataman - Атаман The Ataman or Captain of the Host is the highest rank one may reach. They sit upon The Rada Vaškova and are responsible for all the Host’s wellbeing in terms of shelter, pay, supplies, and so forth. The Ataman may also oversee and organize and train the Host at Duke’s discretion. Knight of Blessed Istvan - Рыцарь з блогослав Иштван The Knights of Blessed Istvan are those who have first been elevated through squireship or extraordinary service to the Druzhina; the personal retinue of the Hetman. But through even further service they’ve proved themselves more than capable. Because the Hetman and Ataman cannot be everywhere at once, these men are entrusted to act in their names, acting as officers of the Host. Desyatnik - Десятник Exceptional cossacks are raised to desyatnik, roughly sergeant or corporal in the common tongue. They have through the ataman been granted certain authority over their subordinates to lead in combat, host patrols, trainings and other minor events. Cossack - Казак The Cossacks are the grizzled veterans of the Host as far as peasants go, and are the only form of organized or otherwise professional soldiers of the Host. In order for one to become a cossack, you must first be a Straznik. Only after years of service, piety, honor, or recognition by the Duke or Ataman can a Straznik become a Cossack. They act as the vanguard of the Host. A Cossack can be identified due to being branded with the Mark of St. Arpad upon being promoted from Straznik. Straznik - Стразник Straznik are streltsy that have sworn oaths in service to the Duke of Stran. The Straznik make up the backbone of the Host due to the majority of citizens of our former lands enlisting so that they could purchase property and gain further opportunities in society through service in the Host. Nowadays the Straznik retain their position as the core of the Host being the entry rank for those who enlist. THE KNIGHTS OF STRAN The bulwark of the Duke and House Ivanovich, the sacred order of veteran cossacks who took vows of unwavering loyalty and dedication to their lord. They are often also known as the Arpadovic, with time it has become a tradition amongst their ranks who come of common birth upon being knighted and to take on the surname of Arpadovic, to become a Son of St. Arpad. ENLISTMENT To join St. Arpad’s Host, those interested must find or send a bird to the Duke of Stran or the Ataman of the Host, only then can one make their case to join the host and begin on their journey to restoring what was once lost to time. The Host itself can be found dwelling in Krepost Yakov in the city of Andregrad, Stran. OOC: MC Name: Discord Tag: RP: Name: Age: Gender: Race: Reason for joining: Past experience (if any): (Or via adding wavelincoln or breadnugget7567 on discord!) SIGNED, His Grace, Ser Istvan Ivanovich, Duke of Stran, Voidvode of Vaška, Count of Pravets, Baron of Vsensk, and Godansk, Lord of Andregrad, Hetman of the Host of St. Arpad, Keeper of the Hussariya, Protector of Raev and the Vaškan Steppe Her Ladyship, Dame Anya Volkov, Baroness of Vorovda, Ataman of the Host of Saint Arpad, Black Knight of Stran

The Proud Banner of Arcmouth “Valensmen” The Banner of Arcmouth is a levy formed on 11 of Malin’s Welcome, to guard the lands and holdings of House Valentine. Their auxiliary purpose is to fight the encroaching threat of the Storm King. The levy is led by Wesley Valentine and supported by it’s patron, Baron Marvin. Uniform and Regimen: Rank Structure Code: Application IC: Name: Age & Gender: Previous Occupation: Ties: Skills: If seeking an auxiliary position, put it here: OOC: MC name: Skype(?): Do you use TS?: