Optio

The command over the centuria of the Unmade Legions is held by the Centurion, an officer who is appointed by a higher command. Most often he is an experienced and distinguished legionary. His deputy is the optio, who help maintain discipline in the centuria and conduct daily training. The centurion is in the front line of the unit during the battle while the optio guards troops from the back on the opposite side. The centurion is thus involved in direct combat, commanding combat and being in constant danger; the optio, in turn, takes care of formation, maintains discipline and watches the rear flank. In the event of the death of a centurion, the optio takes command of the centuria.

Type

Religious, Military

Reports directly to

Centurion

Related Organizations

• Ethorian

Related Military Formations

• Unmade Legions