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The Imperial Renatian Legion (High Imperial: Legio Imperium Renatum) is the professional standing military force of the Empire of Renatus, in charge of upholding peace within the Helena. It is their duty to defend the Empire from both internal and external threats, and stand ready whenever an ally would require our aid. Serving the Empire as a soldier of the Imperial Legion is not merely a task or a duty, it is an honor. Formed from the foundation of the King's Renatian Legion, the Imperial Renatian Legion has elevated in standing from the proclamation of Empire. The Legion's renowned and prestigious reputation proved itself to be the pinnacle of all existing armed forces.
Prince Antonius of Renatus-Marna, as the founder of the Army, was chosen as the first Grand Marshal by his father, King Aurelius I, to lead the Renatian forces into battle.
Contents
History
Formation
The Imperial Renatian Legion, formerly The King's Renatian Legion was formed at the birth of the Kingdom of Renatus-Marna, after King Frederick Pius I of Marna abdicated the throne, giving his titles and land to King Aurelius I. What remained of the Freikorps and original Renatian military was united under one banner. However, it was not until 1651 in which the Army’s power and number began to increase exponentially. Senntisten became the epitome of a strong, human centric kingdom on Atlas, and an influx of trade and migrants from stagnant kingdoms began to find their way to the city gates. Men would sign up in droves to enlist, eager to serve their country in the brewing conflict. Thus, with a powerful military in their possession, the Crown was easily able to dispatch Norlanders, Reivers, and other degenerate factions who once plagued their borders. Victory after victory, raid after raid, more patriotic men who sought a better future for themselves enlisted.
An Oath Released
At the end of The War of the Two Emperors, The Legion was dismantled and dissolved by Grand Marshal Illythia Arator in her edict, Vincere Est Vivere[1]. Legionnaires were released of their oaths to the Crown, provided the choice of retirement or reenlistment into the Holy Orenian Army.
Organization
The Legion
The Carolus Brigade
Commanded by His Excellency, the Grand Marshal, it is the primary brigade of the Imperial Renatian Legion. It shall act as the main force, comprised in both ground and cavalry forces of officers and soldiers.
Forged during the fragile and fledgling era of the Union of Renatus and Marna, the Carolus Brigade derives its namesake from the father of the first Emperor of Man. The Carolus Brigade combined personnel from
both the Marnese Freikorps and Renatian State Army into a single, cohesive front line combat unit, with Prince Antonius Horen being charged as the first Grand Marshal. Drawing from the traditions of the
militaristic Renatian state and the disciplined, regimented nature of Marnantine footmen, the newly founded Carolus Brigade was a force nearly unassailable on the field of battle.
The Logistic Corps
The Imperial Logistic Corps shall act as the primary lifeblood in which the Imperial Legion shall fight upon. They are charged with the production, maintenance, distribution, and supply of various necessities or tools of war for the men of the Imperial Legion. While the soldier does his part taking the fight to the enemy, the logistic officer plays an as crucial role. For it is men of the Logistic Corps who forges the arms and armor that preserves a legionnaire’s life or provides relief and food to him when he is warn and starving.
The Enlistment Corps
The Imperial Enlistment Corps comprise of individuals whose purpose is to bolster the ranks of the Imperial Legion with fresh blood and eager volunteers. They ought to be persuasive and quite vocal to ensure every proud Imperial citizen does their part for the Empire of Man. They are charged with organizing recruitment drives and can establish recruitment offices across various cities. <
Ranks
STAFF OFFICERS
- Imperial Marshal
Her Excellency, the Marshal of the Imperial Army is to be appointed by His Imperial Majesty and act as the primary executor of His Imperial Majesty’s orders and directives in the Imperial Ministry of War. Further, she shall command the Carolus Brigade which shall be the backbone of the Imperial Army.
- Imperial General
The Honorable, the Imperial General shall be subordinate to the Imperial Grand Marshal and shall be appointed directly by His Imperial Majesty. He is charged with maintaining and training the ranks, and to be certain they are prepared, in a moment’s notice, to defend all edges of the Empire’s borders.
- Colonel
The Valiant, the Colonel is subordinate to The Imperial General and The Imperial Marshal, yet above any other rank below. The Colonel acts as a consultant, aiding his superiors in decisions; alongside being the forefront to bring troops to rally to battle, and so forth. The Colonel is also to lead The Imperial Army into battle, being groomed into a field commander worthy of The Empire.
OFFICERS
- Captain
Captains are the final rank before Senior Command. A Captain is incredibly reliable in both combat, and leadership. They manage Ensigns and enlisted soldiers, acting as an extension and tool of senior command. These soldiers command respect, and such is earned with their person, not their rank. Captains do not hesitate, nor do they fear out-lash. A Captain knows their will, before The Senior Command, is final.
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- Ensign
Ensigns are the start, and bulk, of the officer core. They have proven to be undeniably dependable leaders. They think critically and intelligently, having all factors accounted for when making decisions. These soldiers do not cower in the face of fear or adversity, nor do they allow their subordinates to. Ensigns are the most commonly interacted-with officer, acting as an extension of Captains, or upon their own, just accord.
ENLISTED RANKS
- Sergeant
Sergeants are the highest ranking soldiers within the enlisted ranks, honed and experienced in fields of combat and leadership. These men and women show potential for something greater, and often show such. They command lower ranks and listen to orders from superiors without question, and often are shrewd enough to execute command without doubt or hesitation.
- Master-at-Arms
Often the most reliable and seasoned soldiers in the entire force, they are recognised for their exemplary combat skills. They are proven to be battle tested and formidable warriors, exhibiting a hint of leadership skills over their inferiors. Master-at-arms is quite the jump in respect and regard, compared to Man-at-arms, as it shows the soldier has fiery ambition, or great experience.
- Man-at-Arms
Men-at-arms are the tip of the spear for The Imperial Legion. These infantrymen have shown capable in the field of fighting and obeying orders. They’ve proven loyal and strong, having been battle tested before. These soldiers are exceptional at taking orders and carrying them out with impunity.
- Footman
The first step to greatness, Footmen of the Imperial Legion form the bulk of the guardforce. Footmen have proved themselves worthy, as full-fledged soldiers of the Imperial Legion, they’ve begun their long path of service to the Imperial Crown and combat training.
- Recruit
Soldiers who have yet to prove themselves worthy. It is during their time as a Recruit they are put to test for a whole year. They are evaluated after this year, and based on their performance, shall be promoted to Footman, remain a Recruit, or discharged from the ranks.
Arms and Uniform
The forges of the Imperial Legion Armory never ceases to burn, providing Legionnaires with a wide variety of weapons to choose. From melee to ranged, these weapons are made in mass quantity and quality, for faulty arms have no place for soldiers who demand the best for their gruesome tasks.
Though a standardized set of equipment is provided to soldiers upon enlistment:
Legion's Oath
An oath not to be made is one not kept; in essence to pledge a guarantor of one’s honesty and integrity, with GOD as witness. A bi-yearly ceremony will take place within the Imperial Palace, providing legionnaires the occasion to swear fealty to the Emperor.
“It is said that all who take the sword will perish by the sword,
but I hold my sword not in vain.
I shall hold it with an unyielding grip,
to protect the Empire,
and those around me,
until my last, dying breath.
I, [rank] [full name],
do pledge and reserve my allegiance exclusive to the Emperor of Man.
to serve him with utmost loyalty, placing all else to be secondary.
I will obey all orders given by the Emperor and those of authority,
as mandated by the Imperial Law and Legion Codices.
And thus I drop my glass,
My allegiance reserved and delivered to only His Imperial Majesty,
Godfrey III of the House of Horen.
The day I waive my loyalty is the day I mend broken glass.”
Operational History
"An existence of conquest – to annihilate adversaries, overcome fears, best rivals, the greatest of all to master self, ultimately brings the heart to peace; the faster it comes, the longer one lives to relish utmost triumph."
— Ser Rozmeo Kastrovat, on the Legion in Arcas
As the King's Renatian Legion
The Third Crusade
- The Battle of the Bloody Road, 1638
- The Battle of Rochdale, 1640
- The Siege of Vjorhelm, 1641
The Czena Conflict
- Sacking of Markev, 1653 - 1656
- Sacking of Cyrilsburg, 1653 - 1656
The Atlas Coalition War
- The Battle of The Rolling Hills, 1660: The King's Renatian Legion, under the command of Prince Antonius pushed along the right flank of the battlefield whilst King Aurelius led the main body of infantry and cavalry up the centre. The two lines collapsed in on the sides and front of the opposing line and quickly decimated their ranks within minutes.
- The Battle of The Forkwoods, 1661: The King's Renatian Legion, under the command of Prince Antonius and Ser Konrad Nzech led a full-frontal assault on the front line of the United Southern Alliance. The fighting was brutal and the legion was engaged in combat for several hours before being relieved by Renatian heavy cavalry.
- The Siege of Ruriksgrad, 1662: The King's Renatian Legion, under the command of Ser Konrad Nzech were held in reserve and ordered to garrison the siege camp.
The Bandit War
- The Siege of Small Tower, 1665: The King’s Renatian Legion led a siege on a Reiver watchtower in what would seemingly be a flawless victory for Renatus. But just as the main force made it to the top of the tower, a flanking force of skirmishers attacked the rear of the rally. Consequently, the remaining defending forces sallied out and sandwiched the Renatians in what would result in a crushing, demoralizing defeat.
- The Battle of Huckery Hills, 1667:
The Staunton Uprising
- The Siege of Whitepeak, 1668: The King's Renatian Legion, under the command of the newly promoted Roland O'Castelo were ordered to operate the siege equipment
alongside fellow Adrian artillery batteries.
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- The Siege of Cyrilsburg, 1669:
- The Siege of Ashwood, 1669:
As the Imperial Renatian Legion
The Third Atlas Coalition War
- The Siege of Nordengrad, 1690:
- The Siege of San'Kala, 1690
- The Siege of Arberrang, 1691
- The Siege of Kal'Tarak, 1692
The Vaeyl Wars
- The Siege of Lasthope, 1698
- The Battle of Caer Baddyn, 1705
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The War of the Two Emperors
The Battle of Upper Rodenburg, 1715
The Battle of Lower Rodenbourg, 1715
The Battle of Helena Fields, 1716
The Siege of Helena, 1716
The Battle of the Rivers, 1716
The Battle of Leuven, 1716
Battle Honours
The Altas Coalition War
The Battle of The Rolling Hills, 1660
The Battle of The Forkwoods, 1661
The Siege of Ruriksgrad, 1662
The Staunton Uprising
The Siege of Whitepeak, 1668
The Siege of Cyrilsburg, 1669
The Siege of Ashwood, 1669
The Third Atlas Coalition War
The Siege of Nordengrad, 1690
The Siege of San'Kala, 1690
The Siege of Arberrang, 1691
The Siege of Kal'Tarak, 1692
The Vaeyl War
The Siege of Lasthope, 1698
The Battle of Caer Baddyn, 1705
The War of the Two Emperors
The Battle of Upper Rodenburg, 1715
The Battle of Lower Rodenbourg, 1715
The Battle of Helena Fields, 1715
The Siege of Helena, 1716
The Battle of the Rivers, 1716
The Battle of Leuven, 1716