Castle Army

The Castle Army in LuaLunia is an essential aspect of the kingdom's defense and security. It is composed of Lunia foxes who are trained to be skilled soldiers capable of defending the royal family and the citizens of the kingdoms. The Castle Army is responsible for maintaining law and order in the kingdom by conducting regular patrols and check-ins in different zones on behalf of the royal family. The army operates from within Castle Square, which is at the center of LuaLunia, where the king, queen, children, and the rest of the royal family reside.

Gems

The Castle Army's Lunia foxes possess an off-white gem that can be placed at specific locations on their body, enhancing their magical abilities as well as giving them direct mind connecting magic to the royal family. The gem is a symbol of their status within the army and grants them additional power to directly protect their kingdom on top of the mind connection, though for each fox it is different based on their experiences.

Army Ranking System

The Castle Army's ranking system ensures that every member is assigned a duty that matches their skills and experience. The army has five ranks: apprentice, right-hand, warrior, lead, and commander. The apprentices are new recruits who are undergoing training, and their magical abilities are limited for at least two years while in training. The right-hand and warrior ranks have more experience and are tasked with leading smaller groups of soldiers. The lead and commander ranks are the highest in the army and are responsible for leading larger groups of soldiers and overseeing military operations.

The Castle Army in LuaLunia is a formidable force, and its soldiers are trained to be skilled warriors capable of facing any threat using any type of magic and/or physical combat. Their training is rigorous and includes physical fitness, combat training, and magical education including switching guilds to experience each type of magic conducted through their own paws. The army is led by experienced commanders who are responsible for overseeing military operations and ensuring that the soldiers are prepared for any situation.

Apprentice - The apprentice rank is the starting point for all new soldiers and involves basic training in combat and magic. They do not go onto the battlefield and there is checkpoints throughout their training to make sure that their loyalties are in the proper places.

Right-hand - After completing their training, soldiers are promoted to the right-hand rank, where they begin to take on more responsibilities, such as leading small groups of soldiers and serving as assistants to higher-ranking officers.

Warrior - The warrior rank is the next step up and is reserved for soldiers who have proven themselves in battle and possess advanced combat and magical skills. Risking their lives, commanding platoons of other Lunia, and taking the next step in leadership promotes the warrior in a ritual where they get a marking on the side of their right ear to showcase their dedication.

Lead - Leads are senior officers within the army and are responsible for leading larger groups of soldiers and overseeing the day-to-day operations of the army.

Commander - Commanders are the highest-ranking officers within the Castle Army, responsible for overseeing all operations and making important strategic decisions. They are directly promoted from leads and have another marking branded on the left side of their ear to showcase their dedication to the role.

The LUX

The LUX is a highly specialized class within the Castle Army of LuaLunia. They are a select group of past commanders, all of whom have high respect and experience, are tasked with the protection of the royal family, and are responsible for maintaining their safety at all times. The LUX is composed of soldiers who possess exceptional magical abilities and have undergone rigorous training to become highly skilled warriors. Their lifespans are expanded immensely by their service to the royal family, and their healing magic is extremely potent compared to all other types of Lunia foxes; through a blessing ritual, they dedicate their lives solely to the royal family and do not take up families of their own for no distractions.

The LUX soldiers are equipped with a pure white gem that has a dark interior of their original gem's magic color. This gem is a symbol of their status within the army and enhances their already formidable abilities. The LUX is considered to be the elite of the Castle Army, and their members are highly respected by their fellow soldiers and citizens of the kingdom alike. Their specialized training and unique abilities make them an integral part of the kingdom's defense if the barriers of other parts of the army were to fall, ensuring the safety of the royal family and the citizens of LuaLunia.

Relations with others

The Castle Army also plays an essential role in the kingdom's diplomatic relations with other sub-kingdoms. They represent the kingdom's military might and are responsible for representing the kingdom in diplomatic missions. The soldiers are trained in diplomacy and are capable of conducting negotiations on behalf of the kingdom.
The army, usually all commanders, are often called upon to represent LuaLunia in meetings and negotiations with other species; Leads who are skilled in diplomacy are often chosen for these roles, as they possess the ability to navigate complex political situations and communicate effectively with foreign leaders as well as being a great representation of power without showcasing everything the army has to offer.
The Castle Army also plays a role in maintaining peaceful relations with other sub-kingdoms by conducting regular check-ins and patrols throughout LuaLunia's borders. These patrols help to ensure that there are no breaches of LuaLunia's internal borders and that all visitors are properly screened and monitored. The army also serves as a deterrent against external threats, sending a clear message to other species that LuaLunia is a formidable force that is not to be underestimated.