Appollonian Legionary

​The character has joined a Appollonian legion and has received the best military training in Alcirya. A 1st-level fighter may be either an experienced legionary or a promising recruit. He is not senior enough to be a centurion (most centurions are at leas 3rd level), but he may be of any non-commissioned officer rank. The DM and player should decide whether or not the PC is still in the army.

Role

​An entire campaign may focus on the exploits of Appollonian soldiers. A legionary who distinguishes himself can hope to be promoted through the ranks up to centurion, and perhaps someday reach the exalted position of senior centurion and legion’s second-in-command. A legionary usually retires after 20 years: he might then be recruited by merchants and politicians for use as a bodyguard or enforcer. ​

Distinctive Appearance

None

Special Benefits

​The character receives legionary pay (typically 225 gp a year), and a small plot of land on retirement. ​

Special Hindrances

​Appollonian soldiers are careerists, serving for a term of about 20 years. A young man is on duty and subject to his superior’s orders. An ex-legionary is usually 37-40 years old. To be a younger ex-legionary, the PC must be either a deserter (and wanted by the law) or survivor of a destroyed or disbanded legion. A survivor of a destroyed or disbanded legion may suffer a -2 reaction penalty from other legionaries, since his legion disgraced itself.

Class

Fighter ​

Attribute Requirements

None

Barred Beliefs

The character cannot be of the upper class.​

Race Requirement

None

Bonus Weapon Proficiencies

Gladius (short sword) and pilum are required for legionary infantry. For cavalry troopers, spatha (long sword) and hasta (spear) are required. Some soldiers may also have the artillery proficiency. ​

Required Weapon Proficiencies

​None ​

Recommended Weapon Proficiencies

For cavalry troopers, spatha (long sword) and hasta (spear) are required. Some soldiers may also have the artillery proficiency.

Barred Weapon Proficiencies

None

Bonus Non-Weapon Proficiencies

None

Recommended Non-Weapon Proficiencies

​Endurance, Jumping, Running. Cavalry soldiers must have Riding (Land-Based) and should choose Animal Training (horses) instead of Jumping or Running. Appollonian soldiers sometimes serve as marines on board ships - a marine may have Swimming or Seamanship.​

Equipment

None

Wealth Options

​4d4 x 25 gp. However, the character will usually be required to pay for his uniform and military equipment. ​

Homeland Terrain

None

Economic System

​None​