Introduction:
As the Octarchal Decree states "All citizens must be always prepared to protect themselves and defend their property" and they must also have at least one year of armor and weapon training. The Brigade is a paramilitary organization that seeks to provide such training and services so that the people can meet these responsibilities. In times of need The Brigade will reinforce the Bronze Doors Squadrons, supplement the Hydlaa guard, and organize expeditions into the Stone Labyrinths for its plentiful resources.
Goals:
-To provide training to citizens of Yliakum in basic weaponry and tactics
-Organize a militia to deal with invasions from the Stone Labyrinths and other hostile intrusions
-Assist the Hydlaa guards appropriately. Creating a citizens watch for criminals inside the walls and report them to the guards.
[OOC Goals: I want to create a 'goodie' RP guild. I want to have fun with RPing and get better at it as well as help other people get better at it. I want to put an emphasize on RP fighting and to help prevent/teach against 'god modding'. But I am by no means a perfect RPer and I am looking for support in this area. I want to take back Laanx as an RP server]
Requirements:
-Potential recruits must be on good standing with the law and remain so throughout their career in The Brigade. We do not train or support criminals!
-Must be of military age! We will train children old enough to throw stones and protect themselves with spears but they will not be able to become anything other than a trainee! We will not expose the elderly or young children to the dangers of being full time militia. [I will be looking into ages for different races. Basically it will be the equivalent of 17 cycles for humans]
-Must be physically capable of combat. We will not except: the blind, hard of hearing, or the overly obese.
[OOC Requirements: Must be willing to RP. Must be willing to have fun and let others have fun. Must be willing to share RP ideas and help others (both guild and nonguild) with RP respectfully.]
Ranks:
Ranks are an important part of The Brigade and its organization. Some ranks will promote to the next while others are only upon request, allowing a troop to specialize in a particular role. Ranks are organized into four groups: Trainees, Soldiers, Officers, and Support
Trainees: Are the first two ranks. They are not full time militiamen and are either being trained to become one or trained to fulfill their duty to the Octarchy.
Recruit: A troop will be placed in here to begin with. A minimum of one week in grade before promotion. Maximum of one month before discharged. They will be screened to see if they have what it takes to be a cadet. After one week, an instructor will promote a recruit when they think they are capable.
Cadet: These are recruits who have shown they are cut out for The Brigade. They will receive lessons from their instructors on weaponry, tactics, and will take part in training exercises [guild events with trainees and instructors] to improve their endurance, strength, and combat effectiveness on the battlefield. They will also be tutored in some book knowledge and be given assignments to complete. To be eligible for promotion they must have completed the exam as well as taken part in at least three training exercises. To be officially promoted to full militia must be introduced to future commanding Captain and review time in grade with Instructor.
Soldiers: Are the majority of militiamen. They are the full time militia. Will be eligible to go on missions [guild events w/ or w/o other guilds and guests] and expeditions [events out in the wilderness that take place over the course of a few days]. Will be assigned under the command of a captain. Promoted from Cadet unless otherwise requested.
Minuteman: Conventional warrior that is the bulk of the organization. Skilled at wielding either axes, swords, maces, or spears. Also knows how to handle shields and either is equipped with medium or heavy armor. Capable of working alongside other forces.
Specialist: A warrior who chooses stealth over brute strength. Will be given special missions to gather information on criminal activities or scout out an area to set up a campus [place where an event will take place]; as well as support regular forces. Skilled at range, daggers, and spears. Uses light armor and travels light. Capable of moving into positions quickly and working with smaller groups.
Support: These troops are special jobs that must be requested upon graduation from the academy [refers to being promoted out of trainee and becoming a full time militiaman]. They work alongside other forces and help them. They heavy special responsibilities and are essential for keeping the militia functioning.
Quartermaster: These administrators are in charge of all equipment the militia has to offer. They are responsible for finding, either through making or buying, and distributing all weapons, armor, and items standard for a troop. For missions they will bring along any special equipment needed as well as taking any food and repair kits needed to the site. If troops will be away for long they will make sure they have proper sleeping equipment like bedrolls or tents.
Medicine Man: This support troop is responsible for looking after the well being of the troops. They are trained in traditional medicine and the healing arts. They also are encouraged to seek knowledge of herbs and potion making. During missions they are in charge of bringing along extra potions, bandages, blankets, and help with cooking equipment.
Officers: Officers are there to keep the militia running and functioning. They will be assigned to groups of troops and will give them orders as well as plan missions/exercises. They are the only ones who can invite new recruits to the militia. They are the only ones to promote troops. A Council of Officers will be held every three months to set new goals and talk about the development of the organization. A Council of Officers will also be called to review cadets ready for graduation, take disciplinary actions on full time militia, or review an application for a new officer. Officers are free to lead their troops how they see fit. To become an officer you need a minimum of three months in grade higher than cadet, two recommendations from Soldiers or Support, and one recommendation from an Officer.
Captains Lead Soldiers and Support troops. Plan missions and organize their troops. Hold training clinics for their troops as they see necessary. They will be held accountable for how their troops work together and function as a small unit. May double as an Instructor when needed.
Instructors Lead Trainees. They hold training exercises for cadets and may invited recruits or other guests [guild or not]. They are the only ones that can promote recruits and they decide when they are ready for promotion. May discharge recruit if they deem not capable for the militia. They are skilled teachers of everything one must know to be a Soldier. Some may tutor skills on becoming a Support role. Can hold recruitment centers and stands. They are essential to guild growth and carry a big responsibility.
Commandant The head of the whole militia. He is in charge of everything and divides the work load between officers. He may also function as a lesser Officer or Support role where needed. Although he is in charge of the militia, he does not use it as a personal army. He reports to the Octarch of the Dome level (although this organization is not officially sponsored by the Octarchy, we hold an oath to him) and communicates with other organizations. Works with the Sunshine and Shadow Squadrons, Hydlaa Guard, and other lawful groups directly.
Our Oath: We are 'The Dome's Defenders". We support the lawful advancement of society. We work side by side with the Octarchy and the citizens of Yliakum. We are the militia of Yliakum. We protect Yliakum from crime, invasion, and war. We are The Brigade.
[I'm really looking for feedback and criticism from the community. I want to see this guild succeed and become a good guild to RP with. A guild that is actively setting up events for the community and trying to get better and promote RP. I know I might not be the best RPer but I'm looking to get better and to pass it on to other players. Please post, pm, or /tell your concerns and I will try to address them. Also contact me if you are interested in becoming apart of this project and a founding member. I will look into you. Thanks.
Other things I want to add or didn't mention here: IC hierarchy and chain of command. Ceremonies like graduation, role calls, and celebrations. Different equipment, clothing and insignia (RPed) for rank. Over the next few days I will be setting up a forum and will post that link here]
