Al Jaran Royal Guard
The Royal Guard of Al'Jaran is a elite unit in charge of the personal security of the Emir.
They are exclusively composed of nobles of pure blood, and will serve as generals as well as advisors, politicians, governors and in many other ways be the arms and legs of the Emir.
There are three Marzbans that act as commanders and have absolute authority granted by the Emir in Al Jaran. The Marzbans are viewed as the epitome of glory and nobility and strength, the greatest in Al Jaran.
The Guards are not all necessarily combatants and many are chosen as a political move, as it is a position of great honor. However, guards that will be used in conflicts, are among the greatest warriors and the last line of defense of the Emir. Among the non combatants, many great politicians and personal advisers to the Emir can be found, and will generally never leave the throne room where they serve as ceremonial guards, rather than an active military force. The Marzban of this ceremonial guard is considered to be the second most powerful man of Al'Jaran. The other 2 Marzbans are divided into an active force and a defensive force.
The defensive force is the Emirs personal defense force and will always man the walls and gates of the palace, and be responsible for security of the emir, he's family and he's palace. Should anyone ever be assassinated within palace grounds, the current Marzban of Defense will be replaced without trial. Should the Emir come to harm, the Marzban is executed for failing he's duty.
The active force is the Emirs personal fist, wherever the Emirs will needs to be enforced and a serious military force is required, the active force is often deployed throughout the city or even outside the city. For example, should a Dragon or other legendary creature show up and wreak havoc in the Al Jaran sphere of influence, the active royal guards will be the ones to deal with it. Should Al'Jaran ever field an army, it's general will surely be found among the active forces.
They are exclusively composed of nobles of pure blood, and will serve as generals as well as advisors, politicians, governors and in many other ways be the arms and legs of the Emir.
There are three Marzbans that act as commanders and have absolute authority granted by the Emir in Al Jaran. The Marzbans are viewed as the epitome of glory and nobility and strength, the greatest in Al Jaran.
The Guards are not all necessarily combatants and many are chosen as a political move, as it is a position of great honor. However, guards that will be used in conflicts, are among the greatest warriors and the last line of defense of the Emir. Among the non combatants, many great politicians and personal advisers to the Emir can be found, and will generally never leave the throne room where they serve as ceremonial guards, rather than an active military force. The Marzban of this ceremonial guard is considered to be the second most powerful man of Al'Jaran. The other 2 Marzbans are divided into an active force and a defensive force.
The defensive force is the Emirs personal defense force and will always man the walls and gates of the palace, and be responsible for security of the emir, he's family and he's palace. Should anyone ever be assassinated within palace grounds, the current Marzban of Defense will be replaced without trial. Should the Emir come to harm, the Marzban is executed for failing he's duty.
The active force is the Emirs personal fist, wherever the Emirs will needs to be enforced and a serious military force is required, the active force is often deployed throughout the city or even outside the city. For example, should a Dragon or other legendary creature show up and wreak havoc in the Al Jaran sphere of influence, the active royal guards will be the ones to deal with it. Should Al'Jaran ever field an army, it's general will surely be found among the active forces.
Composition
Manpower
The Royal guard currently numbers around a 100 men.
The ceremonial guards number around 50,
The defense guards number around 35
The Active guards number around 15
Equipment
The equipment of the individual guard is custom made and chosen by the guard, however the highest quality of gear obtainable is expected of any and all guards. A color scheme of red and gold is mandatory, as well as the Emirs personal crest, however a guard is allowed to also wear he's own family crest and bring he's own house honor.
Vehicles
The guards do not have their own vehicles, but their authority allows them to requisition any they need at any time, no questions asked.
Structure
The command structure is very simple due to their low number.
All guards are loyal to the Emir,
The Marzban's serves as commanders for the 3 divisions of guards.
Below the Marzban's are the guards, and lastly are the Initiates (Average initiation time is 5 years)
Training
All guards are nobles, and most nobles are taught some sort of combat form since they are a child. A guard is also expected to have served some military service of some form, either among the city guards or as an adventurer, or other forms. Once reaching the rank of Guard Initiate, intense and constant training will be given, but an already strong and able body is required to survive this training.
To become a Guard of the Active forces, legendary ability is required.
Type
Special Forces
Overall training Level
Elite
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