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|'''The King's Renatian Legion'''
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|<span style="font-size:small;"> '''Active''': 1650-present
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|<span style="font-size:small;"> '''Dismantled''': 1650 - 1721
 
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| <span style="font-size:small;">'''Allegiance''': [[Crown of Renatus-Marna|King of Renatus-Marna]]
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| <span style="font-size:small;">'''Allegiance''': [[Empire of Renatus|Emperor of Renatus]]
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| <span style="font-size:small;">'''Motto''': ''Vincere est vivere''
 
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| <span style="font-size:small;">'''Type''': Standing Army
 
| <span style="font-size:small;">'''Type''': Standing Army
 
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| <span style="font-size:small;">'''Size''': 5,500 men
 
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| <span style="font-size:small;">'''Size''': Around ~2700 men
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| <span style="font-size:small;">'''Headquarters''': <br>Ser Walter's Bastille, in [[Imperial City of Helena|Helena]] <br> Castle Ironstone, in [[Carolustadt]] <br> Legion Garrison, in [[Senntisten]]
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| <span style="font-size:small;">'''Headquarters''': [[Senntisten]]
 
 
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| <span style="font-size:small;">'''Battle Honours''': See Battle Honours below
 
| <span style="font-size:small;">'''Battle Honours''': See Battle Honours below
 
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|'''Notable Commanders'''
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| <span style="font-size:small;">Prince Antonius Horen <br> Ser Konrad Nzech <br> Jozsef Kovachev
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| <span style="font-size:small;">[[Prince Antonius of Renatus-Marna|Prince Antonius Horen]] <br> Konrad Nzech <br> Jozsef Kovachev <br> Roland O'Castelo <br> Brand Denhardt <br> [[Prince Cassius Horen]] <br> Seth Renault <br> [[Rozmeo Kastrovat]] <br> [[Illythia Arator]]
 
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The '''King's Renatian Legion''' is the professional standing military force of the [[Crown of Renatus-Marna]] protecting the Kingdom from both internal and external threats. Formed after 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.
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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|Crownlands]]. It is their duty to defend the Empire from both internal and external threats, and stand ready whenever an ally would require 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.
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[[Prince Antonius of Renatus-Marna]], as the founder of the Army, was chosen as the first Grand Marshal by his father, King [[Aurelius I Horen|Aurelius I]], to lead the Renatian forces into battle.
  
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[[Prince Antonius Horen]], as the founder of the Army, was chosen as the Grand Marshal by his father, the king, to lead the Renatian forces into battle.
 
  
 
== History ==
 
== History ==
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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. Men in the modified Landsknecht uniforms designed by Captain Krieger were plentiful throughout the streets of Senntisten. With each consecutive victory in raids and wars, the full might of the Renatian Army is unstoppable and their ranks grow by the day.
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=== Formation ===
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== Organisation ==
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The Imperial Renatian Legion, formerly The King's Renatian Legion was formed at the birth of the [[Crown of Renatus-Marna|Kingdom of Renatus-Marna]], after King [[Frederick I of Marna|Frederick Pius I of Marna]] abdicated the throne, giving his titles and land to King [[Aurelius I Horen|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.
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=== An Oath Released ===
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At the end of The [[War of Two Emperors]], The Legion was dismantled and dissolved by Grand Marshal Illythia Arator in her edict, ''Vincere Est Vivere''[https://www.lordofthecraft.net/forums/topic/183385-vincere-est-vivere/]. Legionnaires were released of their oaths to the Crown, provided the choice of retirement or reenlistment into the Holy Orenian Army.
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== Organisation ==
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=== The Legion ===
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'''''The Carolus Brigade'''''
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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.
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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.
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'''''The Logistic Corps'''''
  
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The Imperial Logistic Corps act as the primary lifeblood in which the Imperial Legion shall fight upon. The Corps is 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.
  
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'''(SENIOR COMMAND)'''
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'''''The Enlistment Corps'''''
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The Imperial Enlistment Corps comprise of individuals whose purpose is to bolster the ranks of the Imperial Legion with fresh blood and eager volunteers. Recruitment officers are to be persuasive and quite vocal to ensure every proud Imperial citizen does their part for the Empire of Man. Charged with organizing recruitment drives and can establish recruitment offices across various cities.
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=== Ranks ===
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'''''STAFF OFFICERS'''''
 
   
 
   
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'''General'''
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*'''Imperial Marshal'''
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''His Excellency'', the Marshal of the Imperial Legion 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, he shall command the Carolus Brigade which shall be the backbone of the Legion.
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*'''Imperial General '''
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''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.
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*'''Colonel'''
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''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, having been groomed into a field commander worthy of The Empire. 
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'''''OFFICERS'''''
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*'''Captain'''
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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'''
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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.
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The most senior ranking member of the Royal State Army, the figurehead and overseer of the entire army.
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'''''ENLISTED RANKS'''''
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*'''Sergeant'''
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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.
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*'''Master-at-Arms'''
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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. 
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*'''Man-at-Arms'''
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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. 
 
   
 
   
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'''Colonel'''
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The Colonels of the Crown are masters of their individual regiment. They are charged with maintaining and training the regiments, and being certain they are prepared, in a moment’s notice, to defend all edges of the King’s borders.
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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.
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'''Lieutenant Colonel'''
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The Lieutenant Colonel is a rank in charge of discipline and ensuring loyalty and uniformity is kept by the various regiments and units, which often differ from each other culturally. Additionally charged with the organization of the Army’s rations, arms and armor. They are the right hand men and advisers of their respective Colonel. Lieutenant Colonel’s also command brigade’s of special divisions.
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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.
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'''(JUNIOR COMMAND)'''
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== Arms and Uniform ==
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The forges of the Imperial Legion Armory never ceases to be ablaze, its workshops ever so active- constantly providing Legionnaires with a wide variety of weapons.. From melee to ranged, these weapons are made in mass quantity ''and'' quality, for faulty arms have no place for soldiers who justifiably demand the best.
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A standardized set of equipment is provided to soldiers upon enlistment:
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The Decurion must be a skilled and experienced commander, capable of leading raids and skirmishes. The Decurion is often in command of a brigade or siege battery - extremely skilled leaders they join together to aid in counselling their respective Lieutenant Colonel.
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W.I.P.
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== Legion's Oath ==
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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.
  
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'''Ensign'''
 
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The Ensign is a supremely skilled Enlisted man, whose prowess is well acknowledged and respected. Answering only to the High Command, the Ensigns are often charged with the organization of rations, arms and armor within their respective regiment.
 
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The Color Sergeant bears the flag of their respective regiment, a focal point for rallying - the position connotes one of the greatest honours possible for a soldier to achieve. Color Sergeant’s may also initiate charges. Losing the flag or dropping it is one of the greatest dishonours that a soldier, and their entire regiment, can be faced with - in battle the first thing that a man will look for is the flag.
 
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'''Sergeant'''
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''“It is said that all who take the sword will perish by the sword,''
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<br>''but I hold my sword not in vain.''
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<br>''I shall hold it with an unyielding grip,''
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<br>''to protect the Empire,''
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<br>''and those around me,''
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<br>''until my last, dying breath.''
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<br>''I, [rank] [full name],''
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<br>''do pledge and reserve my allegiance exclusive to the Emperor of Man.''
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<br>''to serve him with utmost loyalty, placing all else to be secondary.''
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<br>''I will obey all orders given by the Emperor and those of authority,''
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<br>''as mandated by the Imperial Law and Legion Codices.''
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<br>''And thus I drop my glass,''
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<br>''My allegiance reserved and delivered to only His Imperial Majesty,''
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<br>''Godfrey III of the House of Horen.''
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<br>''The day I waive my loyalty is the day I mend broken glass.”''
  
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The Sergeant is the highest ranking soldier enlisted within the ranks, honed and experienced at both the art of fighting and leading war parties. Widely respected by all soldiers and even lower ranked noble-men will look to them for guidance in their early days of command.
 
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'''Master-at-Arms'''
 
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These armigers are often the most skilled soldiers in the entire force, well trained and recognised for what are often truly exemplary skills at combat and fighting they are respected by soldiers and the most reliable component of the force; having fought for multiple years.
 
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'''Man-at-Arms'''
 
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Men-at-Arms are the standard infantryman of the Royal Army, heavily equipped and fully initiated into the army. These soldiers are the backbone of the Army and the core troop - the force is built on the hard work and toil of these milites.
 
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'''Footman'''
 
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Footmen are recruits to the Royal Army, only on the beginning of their long path of service to the regime and their training in swordsmanship.
 
 
== Operational History ==
 
== Operational History ==
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''"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."''
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<br>             — Ser Rozmeo Kastrovat, on the Legion in Arcas
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'''The [[Atlas Coalition War]]'''
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* The [[Battle of The Rolling Hills]] 1660:
 
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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.
 
  
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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.
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*The ''[[Battle of Rochdale]]'', 1640
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*The ''[[Siege of Vjorhelm]]'', 1641
  
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The King's Renatian Legion, under the command of Ser Konrad Nzech were held in reserve and ordered to garrison the siege camp.
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*Sacking of Markev, 1653 - 1656
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*Sacking of Cyrilsburg, 1653 - 1656
  
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'''The [[Staunton Uprising]]'''
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*The [[Siege of Whitepeak]] 1668
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*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.
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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 ''[[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.
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*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.
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*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.
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*The ''Battle of Huckery Hills'', 1667:
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==== The [[Staunton Uprising]] ====
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*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 [[Third Atlas Coalition War]] ====
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*The ''[[Siege of Nordengrad]]'', 1690:
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*The ''[[Siege of San'Kala]]'', 1690
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*The ''[[Siege of Arberrang]]'', 1691
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*The ''[[Siege of Kal'Tarak]]'', 1692
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==== The [[Vaeyl Wars]] ====
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*The ''Siege of Lasthope'', 1698
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*The ''Battle of Caer Baddyn'', 1705
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The ''[[Battle of Upper Rodenburg]]'', 1715
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The ''[[Battle of Lower Rodenbourg]]'', 1715
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The ''Battle of Helena Fields'', 1716
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The ''[[Siege of Helena]]'', 1716
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The ''[[Battle of Leuven]]'', 1716
  
 
== Battle Honours ==
 
== Battle Honours ==
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*The [[Battle of The Rolling Hills]], 1660
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'''The Third Crusade'''
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The Battle of Rochdale, 1640 <br>
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The Siege of Vjorhelm, 1641
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'''The Czena Conflict'''
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The Sack of Markev <br>
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The Sack of Cyrilsburg
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'''The Altas Coalition War'''
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The Battle of The Rolling Hills, 1660 <br>
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The Battle of The Forkwoods, 1661 <br>
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The Siege of Ruriksgrad, 1662
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'''The Staunton Uprising'''
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The Siege of Whitepeak, 1668 <br>
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The Siege of Cyrilsburg, 1669 <br>
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The Siege of Ashwood, 1669
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'''The Third Atlas Coalition War'''
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The Siege of Nordengrad, 1690 <br>
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The Siege of San'Kala, 1690 <br>
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The Siege of Arberrang, 1691 <br>
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The Siege of Kal'Tarak, 1692
  
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*The [[Battle of The Forkwoods]], 1661
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'''The Vaeyl War'''
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The Siege of Lasthope, 1698 <br>
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The Battle of Caer Baddyn, 1705
  
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*The [[Siege of Ruriksgrad]], 1662
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'''The War of Two Emperors'''
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The Battle of Upper Rodenburg, 1715 <br>
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The Battle of Lower Rodenbourg, 1715 <br>
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The Battle of Helena Fields, 1715 <br>
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The Siege of Helena, 1716 <br>
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The Battle of the Rivers, 1716 <br>
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The Battle of Leuven, 1716
  
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*The [[Siege of Whitepeak]], 1668
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Imperial Renatian Legion
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Art by: cowmoonist
Dismantled: 1650 - 1721
Allegiance: Emperor of Renatus
Motto: Vincere est vivere
Type: Standing Army
Size: 5,500 men
Headquarters:
Ser Walter's Bastille, in Helena
Castle Ironstone, in Carolustadt
Legion Garrison, in Senntisten
Battle Honours: See Battle Honours below
Former Marshals
Prince Antonius Horen
Konrad Nzech
Jozsef Kovachev
Roland O'Castelo
Brand Denhardt
Prince Cassius Horen
Seth Renault
Rozmeo Kastrovat
Illythia Arator

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 Crownlands. It is their duty to defend the Empire from both internal and external threats, and stand ready whenever an ally would require 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.


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 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.

Organisation

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 act as the primary lifeblood in which the Imperial Legion shall fight upon. The Corps is 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. Recruitment officers are to be persuasive and quite vocal to ensure every proud Imperial citizen does their part for the Empire of Man. Charged with organizing recruitment drives and can establish recruitment offices across various cities.

Ranks

STAFF OFFICERS

  • Imperial Marshal

His Excellency, the Marshal of the Imperial Legion 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, he shall command the Carolus Brigade which shall be the backbone of the Legion.

  • 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, having been 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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Legionnaires operate the ballista at the base hills of the Huckery Highlands, 1689
  • 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 be ablaze, its workshops ever so active- constantly providing Legionnaires with a wide variety of weapons.. From melee to ranged, these weapons are made in mass quantity and quality, for faulty arms have no place for soldiers who justifiably demand the best.

A standardized set of equipment is provided to soldiers upon enlistment:

W.I.P.

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.


“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 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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Legionnaires in an underground bunker moments before the explosion of the Qali Bambi, 1692
  • The Siege of Cyrilsburg, 1669:

As the Imperial Renatian Legion

The Third Atlas Coalition War

The Vaeyl Wars

  • The Siege of Lasthope, 1698
  • The Battle of Caer Baddyn, 1705
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Legionnaires leading descendant soldiery to a successful breach of Caer Caedris, 1705

The War of 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 Third Crusade
The Battle of Rochdale, 1640
The Siege of Vjorhelm, 1641

The Czena Conflict
The Sack of Markev
The Sack of Cyrilsburg

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 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

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