Drakkorith Military Organization
„Issilith… To conquer such a gargantuan world one must be strong. Drakkoriths are a nation that came the closest to achieving that goal. It is said that the Drakkorith history is as long as it is bloody, and given that the Drakkoriths are a proud military race, one can only presume how long they are walking on this planet.“
When one talks about the Drakkorith the first image that comes to mind is that of the strong military and proud warriors. And one wouldn’t be wrong. Even during the times when Drakkoriths were mere hotheaded savages driven by impulses, what they valued most were strength and honour. As their culture evolved, so did the way they exhibited their strength. While remnants of their past can still be seen in their love for the good old Arena fights, most Drakkoriths will find their purpose in the army and their passion in fighting for the glory of the Empire. So it really shouldn’t be a surprise that the Drakkorith military is one of the most organised military powers in all of Issilith. It consists of numerous military branches, many of them specialised in their field, that count much more than hundreds of thousands of souls among their ranks.
Praetors
Praetors are the most elite military group in the Drakkorith army. They are considered the absolute pinnacle of the military hierarchy, embodying all the virtues and abilities of the finest Drakkorith warriors. To become a Praetor, one must undergo a rigorous training regime. Not just do they have to master all standard military skills, but also become proficient in the skill sets of more specialised units.
Their weapons are those of the highest quality, made of a rare ore mined from the heart of the Drakkorith Empire. Praetors prefer to use weapons that can be wielded both as a one-handed and a two-handed weapon so they can adjust their strategy accordingly. The weapon will be wielded as two-handed in situations when things require brute force or with the shield in situations where a more defensive approach is needed. You can usually see them wielding a bastard sword or some sort of a polearm, its type depending on the Praetor’s personal preference.
Praetors wear their massive golden armour effortlessly. It’s custom-made to fit them perfectly, and they wear it constantly, not just when they train but eat and sleep too. It practically becomes a part of them, adding defence without losing on speed, stamina, and agility. All that combined makes Praetors a force to be reckoned with.
Sentinel Squad
If the Praetors are referred to as the pinnacle of the Drakkorith military, the Sentinel Squads can be considered the foundation of it. Mostly armed with standard weapons, they usually carry a hammer and steel shield or polearm. They also have a secondary melee weapon, a small poleaxe or a baton. While their armour borders on heavy, it’s not full plate. Sentinels spend a lot of time on their feet patrolling, so it wouldn’t be convenient to have anything heavier than a breastplate.
As they are by far the most numerous Drakkorith unit, their count goes over hundreds of thousands, so it shouldn’t be a surprise that there are tiers and ranks even among them. While most of them are assigned to town militia duties or patrol routes, the more experienced ones that proved their loyalty can even rise to the position of palace guards or become a part of royal security.
“My child… Praetors and Sentinels are just two of the many cogs in the well-oiled machine called the Drakkorith army. But that machine can influence the internal affairs of such a grand Empire. Especially if it is intertwined with another fundamental element of the Drakkorith culture - religion. ”
When one talks about the Drakkorith the first image that comes to mind is that of the strong military and proud warriors. And one wouldn’t be wrong. Even during the times when Drakkoriths were mere hotheaded savages driven by impulses, what they valued most were strength and honour. As their culture evolved, so did the way they exhibited their strength. While remnants of their past can still be seen in their love for the good old Arena fights, most Drakkoriths will find their purpose in the army and their passion in fighting for the glory of the Empire. So it really shouldn’t be a surprise that the Drakkorith military is one of the most organised military powers in all of Issilith. It consists of numerous military branches, many of them specialised in their field, that count much more than hundreds of thousands of souls among their ranks.
Praetors
Praetors are the most elite military group in the Drakkorith army. They are considered the absolute pinnacle of the military hierarchy, embodying all the virtues and abilities of the finest Drakkorith warriors. To become a Praetor, one must undergo a rigorous training regime. Not just do they have to master all standard military skills, but also become proficient in the skill sets of more specialised units.
Their weapons are those of the highest quality, made of a rare ore mined from the heart of the Drakkorith Empire. Praetors prefer to use weapons that can be wielded both as a one-handed and a two-handed weapon so they can adjust their strategy accordingly. The weapon will be wielded as two-handed in situations when things require brute force or with the shield in situations where a more defensive approach is needed. You can usually see them wielding a bastard sword or some sort of a polearm, its type depending on the Praetor’s personal preference.
Praetors wear their massive golden armour effortlessly. It’s custom-made to fit them perfectly, and they wear it constantly, not just when they train but eat and sleep too. It practically becomes a part of them, adding defence without losing on speed, stamina, and agility. All that combined makes Praetors a force to be reckoned with.
Sentinel Squad
If the Praetors are referred to as the pinnacle of the Drakkorith military, the Sentinel Squads can be considered the foundation of it. Mostly armed with standard weapons, they usually carry a hammer and steel shield or polearm. They also have a secondary melee weapon, a small poleaxe or a baton. While their armour borders on heavy, it’s not full plate. Sentinels spend a lot of time on their feet patrolling, so it wouldn’t be convenient to have anything heavier than a breastplate.
As they are by far the most numerous Drakkorith unit, their count goes over hundreds of thousands, so it shouldn’t be a surprise that there are tiers and ranks even among them. While most of them are assigned to town militia duties or patrol routes, the more experienced ones that proved their loyalty can even rise to the position of palace guards or become a part of royal security.
“My child… Praetors and Sentinels are just two of the many cogs in the well-oiled machine called the Drakkorith army. But that machine can influence the internal affairs of such a grand Empire. Especially if it is intertwined with another fundamental element of the Drakkorith culture - religion. ”