Darkwing
Qualifications
Darkwing Phoenix hand selects prospective Darkwing when they distinguish themselves from their peers with acts of stealth, intrigue, or sheer brutality in retaliation. They must also be highly loyal to those they consider friends.
Requirements
All Darkwing begin training at 18 years old. Qurik who go to a Herona Puro academy take secret Darkwing training sessions when they are at the academy.
Appointment
Once a Darkwing fulfills their 8 year training, they are given an alias and declared one of the Darkwing.
Duties
The Darkwing take on missions of stealth and intrigue for Phoenix, although those selected for brutality usually work as personal bodyguards, or as private strike forces for Phoenix when she needs something done or received in an area.
Responsibilities
Durin imperial parades, Darkwing put on specially crafted parade armor made to be showy yet combat practical.
Benefits
Darkwing gain free housing when on duty, and are paid greatly for their loyalty.
Accoutrements & Equipment
Beyond parade armor and accompanying sword, Darkwing are given a Mark of The Darkwing from Phoenix herself when initiated that also serves as a summoning sigil for their weapon, which varies by person. Most also have specialized equipment Phoenix gives them if she sees they need it.
Grounds for Removal/Dismissal
If a Darkwing shows loyalty to those other than immediate family or Phoenix, or betray Phoenix for her enemies, they are tortured and killed by Phoenix herself.
Cultural Significance
Most human nations see Darkwing as a brutal yet ultimately very efficient secret police. Menrvans see the Darkwing as protectors of their people.
The CSA and most native Damarian nations see Darkwing as similar to oathbreaker knights.
Status
Active
Form of Address
Darkwing (Alias)
Source of Authority
Darkwing Phoenix
Length of Term
Life
First Holder
Current Holders
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