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| - We're the sort of people you might see brooding over a pint in the Slaughtered Lamb, or might NOT see, lurking in the shadows around some of the shadier areas of large cities. Our members range from mad druids, money-loving rogues, outcast priestesses, and disgruntled paladins... from titled knights to street urchins, all are welcome to the safety and sanctity of our little family, with the promise of interesting "jobs" on the side.
- The Emperor’s Blades were the former military force of Fastheld. In 626 ATA they were decomissioned and folded into the Imperial Watch. The Blades were separated into the Horsemen (cavalry) and Bladesmen (infantry). Most of these soldiers were commoners who would never hold a rank of importance higher than Guardian, although commoners could, through seniority, become Guardian Leaders, Marshals and even Captains.
- “The Blades believe themselves superior to any flesh-bound creatures. Embracing their soldierly and construct aspects, they live as they were created- as instruments of conquest and violence. Their leader is the Lord of Blades; it is both their ruler and deity. The Blades inhabit the Mournland. Their bases of operation are unknown but theories include Eston, Making, and Whitehearth. The Lord of Blades is the absolute ruler in this military order. His word is holy law. The most devoted followers act as his captains, each leading a company of Blades. Below captains are lieutenants, sergeants, corporals, and privates- a rigid chain of military command familiar and comforting to most warforged. The Blades are all warforged or constructs that have voluntarily joined or have been created by the
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| - The Emperor’s Blades were the former military force of Fastheld. In 626 ATA they were decomissioned and folded into the Imperial Watch. The Blades were separated into the Horsemen (cavalry) and Bladesmen (infantry). Most of these soldiers were commoners who would never hold a rank of importance higher than Guardian, although commoners could, through seniority, become Guardian Leaders, Marshals and even Captains. All soldiers were sworn to serve at least two years, regardless of social status. During their tour of duty, soldiers of the Emperor’s Blades received training, equipment, armor, lodging and tax exemptions on their holdings. In return, they were required to go where the Blademaster commanded them - whether the order was to remain stationed at Fastheld Keep or atop the Aegis. Swearing fealty to the Emperor’s Blades was no light matter. The Crown didn't seek weekend warriors. When someone signed up, they were relied upon to serve with all seriousness. Soldiers who abused the benefits of their position while failing to fulfill the expectations of the Blademaster would face serious consequences. The least that could happen: Ejection from the service and retroactive taxation to cover all the training and the exemptions during the time served. The worst that could happen: A military tribunal for desertion, which was punishable by death. Even the lesser of these consequences would be disastrous for a nobleman, bringing shame and scandal upon his House and his immediate relatives.
- “The Blades believe themselves superior to any flesh-bound creatures. Embracing their soldierly and construct aspects, they live as they were created- as instruments of conquest and violence. Their leader is the Lord of Blades; it is both their ruler and deity. The Blades inhabit the Mournland. Their bases of operation are unknown but theories include Eston, Making, and Whitehearth. The Lord of Blades is the absolute ruler in this military order. His word is holy law. The most devoted followers act as his captains, each leading a company of Blades. Below captains are lieutenants, sergeants, corporals, and privates- a rigid chain of military command familiar and comforting to most warforged. The Blades are all warforged or constructs that have voluntarily joined or have been created by the Lord of Blades. Military training is a major daily rite, and the Blades maintain small encampments for such a purpose across the Mournland. A few travel in service of their lord, tasked with retrieving items and relics related to the warforged. Others go abroad to proselytize to warforged, particularly those indentured in Karrnath and Thrane.” - Dungeons and Dragons Eberron Campaign Guide (4E), Chapter 3, Page 99, “The Lord of Blades” heading, “Organization” sub-heading
- The Emperor’s Blades were the former military force of Fastheld. In 626 ATA they were decomissioned and folded into the Imperial Watch. The Blades were separated into the Horsemen (cavalry) and Bladesmen (infantry). Most of these soldiers were commoners who would never hold a rank of importance higher than Guardian, although commoners could, through seniority, become Guardian Leaders, Marshals and even Captains. All soldiers were sworn to serve at least two years, regardless of social status. During their tour of duty, soldiers of the Emperor’s Blades received training, equipment, armor, lodging and tax exemptions on their holdings. In return, they were required to go where the Blademaster commanded them - whether the order was to remain stationed at Fastheld Keep or atop the Aegis. Swearing fealty to the Emperor’s Blades was no light matter. The Crown didn't seek weekend warriors. When someone signed up, they were relied upon to serve with all seriousness. Soldiers who abused the benefits of their position while failing to fulfill the expectations of the Blademaster would face serious consequences. The least that could happen: Ejection from the service and retroactive taxation to cover all the training and the exemptions during the time served.
- We're the sort of people you might see brooding over a pint in the Slaughtered Lamb, or might NOT see, lurking in the shadows around some of the shadier areas of large cities. Our members range from mad druids, money-loving rogues, outcast priestesses, and disgruntled paladins... from titled knights to street urchins, all are welcome to the safety and sanctity of our little family, with the promise of interesting "jobs" on the side.
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