Wiki Category: Militaria

The Xonthian and Cettera Military stand as formidable forces, each with distinct roles and responsibilities. They are characterized by the prominence of knights, cavalry, archers, and footsoldiers.

The Xonthian military was renowned for its martial prowess and adherence to a strict code of justice. The Knights of Cettera, on the other hand, played a crucial role in logistical support, and are guided by honor. Together, they formed a cohesive and effective military structure.

The backbone of these forces lay in the strength and discipline of their knights. These elite warriors are heavily armored, skilled in various forms of combat, and mounted on powerful steeds. The cavalry, consisting of these knights, served as the vanguard of the Xonthian and Cettera forces, charging into battle with an unwavering determination.

Archers, with their proficiency in long-range attacks, added a strategic element to the military formations. Positioned strategically, they could rain arrows upon the enemy, weakening their defenses before the knights engaged in close combat. The synergy between knights and archers was crucial for achieving success on the battlefield.

The Swords of Justice, a specialized unit within the military, were responsible for executing combat missions. Comprising the bravest and most skilled warriors, they undertook perilous missions to uphold the principles of justice and maintain order in the realm. Their tasks ranged from subduing banditry to eliminating threats to the kingdom.

The Knights of Cettera, They ensured that the troops were well-fed, adequately armed, and had proper medical support. This division of labor allowed for a more efficient and organized military structure. They are also the worlds foremost cavalry experts

To manage the vast and complex military apparatus, the Xonthian and Cettera Military employed a hierarchical system. The organization was structured into Commands, Formations, and Units. The primary organizational units were the brigade, division, and corps. Brigades were composed of several regiments, divisions consisted of multiple brigades, and corps were the largest units, overseeing multiple divisions.

This hierarchical structure facilitated effective command and control, enabling the military to respond swiftly to threats and coordinate large-scale campaigns. Each level of command had its specific responsibilities, ensuring a well-coordinated effort on both the battlefield and in logistical support.

In essence, the Xonthian and Cettera Military during the One Hundred Year War represented a harmonious blend of martial prowess, strategic acumen, and organizational efficiency. The Knights of Cettera and the Swords of Justice worked in tandem, ensuring the realm’s safety and upholding the principles of justice in a challenging and tumultuous era.

Xonthian High Guard

Tasked with internal city security as well as the well-being and security of the royal houses in Xonthian City. These soldiers are quiet, reserved, and deadly when provoked. They are the embodiment of perseverance and strength in and around the Castle of Xonthian, as well as the various government buildings nearby. They also have a division of more outgoing soldiers whose purpose is to secure the city gates and parapets. They are usually taken from the Swords of Justice, if possible, and if not, they are trained from the beginning through the Xonthian Army. Only the best, and most discreet of the warriors are taken to be Xonthian High Guard.

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Few hundred.

Weaponry

Swords, heavy armor for the Castle Guard. While the City Gate guards have medium armor and swords. The city Watch, employs archers as well.

Swords of Justice

The Swords of Justice are a military arm of the Xonthian Army, whose sole purpose was to counter the rise in magic users prior to the One Hundred Year War. Though the Swords of Justice were always a section of the army, it wasn’t until the Great Purge that the Swords became Mage hunters. Although hunters is not really a term they use, they are more specialized in their approach and tend to invest time and training in countering magic with the telltale signs that magic is being cast. Although rare, a mage or two has at one point climbed the ranges of the Swords of Justice to become a specialized agent. Those who wish to join the Swords of Justice must have either have a special invitation or be at the top of their military career in the Xonthian Army.

Tasked with fighting the mages during the Hundred Year War, the Swords of Justice’s numbers dwindled during the time, barely able to keep a couple thousand in rotation of training and front line deployment. Seen as honorable warriors, Swords of Justice are no less efficient killers when it comes to battle. Although they will prefer surrender to needless slaughter, and they won’t stab an opponent in the back.

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Few thousand strong

Weaponry

Light to medium armor, sword, spear, and the occasional shield.

Vehicles

Support wagons.

Xonthian Army

Much like its brother kingdom to the north, Xonthian City’s main military force is encamped outside the city to the east. Comprised of equal parts cavalry, foot soldiers, and archers, the Xonthian Army is a tightly night force trained locally by various teachers. Xonthian Army has also been known to employ other specialists in training their warriors, including master elven archers, Rhok Dwarve fighters, or Cettera Knights. The Xonthian Army is used by the king to secure the kingdom’s interests and borders, and during the One Hundred Year War, was also used to help bolster order in the city.

Composition

Manpower

The main force is comprised of thirty-five thousand, with a mixture of those being a foot and archery soldiers. A lesser amount of those are calvary.

Weaponry

Swords, Axe, Shields, Spears. Lances for the Cavalry, mostly medium and light armor.

Vehicles

Mostly short and long-range wagons for support. A full navy armada, with two fleets in Port Orlynns and one in Xonthian City.

Mercs

A collective of fighters, rogues, and cutthroats that fight wars purely for profit. The Mercs are an organized ragtag group, who have a loose moral code and only helps those willing to pay for them. Often seen as thieves, they are more vile than that at times. It is not to say they have not willing to die for the coin they are more willing to kill for the coin. There’s a big difference. Both kingdoms have employed mercs to bolster their war efforts over the centuries. Mercs main base is hidden in the hills of eastern Xonthian, while a recruitment station and government front, is

located in Xonthian City and Cettera.

Structure

Lead by a group, and loose military structure.

Public Agenda

Make money. They are considered a Guild and are offered conditions to using Magic

Cetteran Knights

A division of the Cettera Army, the Knights are a mounted cavalry with deep roots in the kingdom. Seen as a special forces arm of the military, the Knights serve a dual purpose of being mounted as well as special ops where strength and strategy are needed.

Because Cettera horses are some of the finest beasts in the world, the Cetteran Knights are taught to work with their mounts. They are paired with a horse upon their birth, where the horses are trained with the knights in a rigorous six-month period. The knights themselves are medium armored, opting to lose the weight of a heavy army for speed. There are heavy-mounted knights, but those are more specialized roles. Armed with lances, swords, shields, and the occasional chain mace, the knights are ruthlessly efficient on the battlefield.

Composition

Manpower

Housed in the Cettera Military base east of the city. They are about ten thousand strong.

Weaponry

Medium Armor, Lances, Swords, Shields and Chain Maces.

Cettera Army

One of the two largest military superpowers, Cettera has two main military arms. The first is the Cettera Army, with the Cetteran Knights being a special force within the army. They have a deployed force that patrols and secures Xecutrans various resources and interests, while the majority of the arms is stationed at the military base just outside of Cettera.

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A walled-off military installation east of Cettera, houses thirty thousand troops including foot soldiers, comprised of spear and lancers, and archers. Also stationed in the military base is a battalion of the ballista.

Weaponry

Swords, Spears, Shields and Longbows.

Vehicles

Long and short-range wagons for logistics. Armada of Navel vessels.

Xonthian Compendium

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Cetteran Knights

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