Ministry of War & Conflict | Established Year 4 of the Reckoning
“Order, Honour, and the Unyielding Line.”
The Royal Army of Eyehasseen is the standing land force of the Kingdom—an institution of honour, discipline, and storied tradition. Formed shortly after the Realm’s unification, it is composed of infantry, cavalry, engineers, artillery, and ceremonial guards, and is charged with the defense of the Crown, the provinces, and the peace of the Realm.
🎖️ Regimental Structure of the Royal Army
The Army is composed of five primary divisions, each formed of multiple regiments, and each with its own colors, heraldry, and command. Regiments maintain their own uniforms, field songs, and battle honours.
🟥 I. The Redcoats of the Eastern Line
Infantry — “First to Form, Last to Falter.”
- Red tunics with intricate filigree and black crossbelts
- Equipped with sword-bayonets and polished chestplate disks
- Known for discipline under fire and immovable shield walls
Famous Action:
- Battle of Hollow Vale (Year 23 R) — Held a ravine pass for 11 days against triple numbers
🟩 II. The Greenjackets of the Border Light Foot
Light Infantry — “Fast, Quiet, Accurate.”
- Forest green jackets with leather fastenings and soft-crowned caps
- Specialize in skirmish, scouting, and mountain warfare
- Each soldier carries a whistle of alarm and charm of unburdening
Famous Action:
- Skirmish at Broken Root Bridge (Year 72 R) — Ambushed enemy advance without a single horn blown
🟦 III. The Blue Sashes of the Royal Engineers
Sappers & Siege Corps — “We Build the Victory.”
- Blue tunics, grey trousers, brass-buttoned waistcoats
- Wear embroidered sashes marking seniority and specialty
- Known for creating impossible bridges, sunken traps, and battlefield signal towers
Famous Action:
- Siege of Windvault — Their collapsible pontoon fort changed the tide on the 7th attempt
⬛ IV. The Black Guard of the Capital
Elite & Ceremonial Troops — “Never Yield, Never Blink.”
- Black-and-gold dress uniforms with tall bearskin-style helmets
- Responsible for palace security, honour guards, and emergencies of State
- March in silence except when delivering royal decrees in warzones
Famous Action:
- The Day of Fireglass (Year 99 R) — Held the Crown Square during an internal uprising, unmoved even as the city burned around them
🟨 V. The Goldstripes of the Fifth Artillery
Siege & Fire Corps — “Precision Over Power.”
- Pale tan uniforms with gold chevrons; flame-red piping
- Operators of trebuchets, field ballistas, and later fire-lances
- Known for their Mathematics Choir—a unit that sings trajectory calculations during fire drills
Famous Action:
- Battle of Dustmoor — Turned back a warbeast charge with three synchronized volleys
🪘 The Army Band & Regimental Drummers
Each division maintains its own regimental drummers, often dressed in reverse colours of their units, with ornate sashes and brass-ringed drums. They perform:
- Battlefield signaling rhythms
- Victory marches and solemn processions
- Festival overtures at royal events
The Royal Army Marching Band performs annually during the Day of Steadfastness, playing the traditional “March of the Firm Horizon.”
🗺️ Notable Battles in Army History
- Battle of Hollow Vale (Year 23 R) — Turning point in the consolidation of the Eastern Provinces.
- Siege of Windvault — Known for its attrition and engineering triumphs.
- Clash at the Three Spires (Year 57 R) — First joint operation with the Navy; established modern command codes.
- The Day of Fireglass (Year 99 R) — Defense of the capital by the Black Guard.
- The Dunes of Aethelrim (Year 143 R) — Strategic feint and trap led by the Greenjackets; studied at every War College since.
🪖 Join the Line, Defend the Realm
The Royal Army is open to able-bodied citizens of proven loyalty, ages 16 to 45, with recruitment offices in every province. Training is both rigorous and noble. Those who pass become part of the unbroken shield of the Kingdom.