Companions

Elite warriors from the Fenrikan Kingdom, these warriors are best known for their flexibility. only 500 exist at a time as per tradition, and only those of Fenrikan descent may be able to rise to this status. They fight alongside Dire Wolves, sometimes as mounts, though more often using them to help soften a line alongside their main charge. notably, each companion is also equipped with a longbow and is trained from a young age in its use. in melee they fight in a shield wall formation against proper military adversaries however are more than capable of changing tactics as required by the situation. their greatest weakness is their lack of numbers

Composition

Manpower

there are always no more than 500 companions

Equipment

Soldiers gear companion ring, usually steel but sometimes nicer. each is made for that companion

Weaponry

Full Chain armor is required Longbow and 50 arrows is Required Shield is required Longaxe, Greatsword (Favored), Maul, Spear, one handed axes, one handed blades are all available and vary by warrior

Vehicles

2-4 dire wolves per pack, each under a favored handler bonded to them when the wolves were pups.

Structure

five 100 man units in the companions with the first unit being lead by the King or his sons they divide into packs of 20 they divide into shieldbrothers of 2, each charged with guarding the other

Tactics

Common tactics are the shield wall(favored), hammer and anvil, counter charge, use of scouted terrain(favored), night raid, bait and switch. they dislike ambushes and avoid them whenever possible, though they have been known to suddenly drop this aversion if pressed

Training

Skilled Marksmen, unshakable resolve, skilled in melee, proficient in mail armor and heavy shield reccomended skilled animal handler, expert in melee, proficient in leadership

Logistics

Logistical Support

Any fenrikan campaign will include the companions in some capacity, often used alongside their dire wolves as scouts before a battle, and then taking the center formation during the battle. while some can live off the land, most require a good supply route to function properly.

Recruitment

Must be fenrikan, Strong, skilled in melee combat and capable in ranged combat, usually raised from the Karlings though exceptions can be made. in order to join, one must face a companion in a duel and gain their approval, then strike a series of targets with their bow, and finally they must stand fast against a dire wolf charge, coming from an uncertain direction.

History

They have been around as long as Fenrika and were the vanguard of all of Ty's battles, fighting for the royal family and the nation with distinction ever since. notable battle include: The 1st Battle of Reman, The Massacre of Reman's Stand, The Siege of Reman Keep, of which encompass all of the war against the Duke Reman and the taking over of Fenrika. The Battle of Doros Pass, where Tyr and Karl fell in battle, the Battle of the Passes which started the war between Fenrika and Jing. The Battle of Brann against the slavers and pirates of Slavers Den

Historical loyalties

Generally Loyal to the King first, then the nation and culture.

Type

Infantry

Founding

Unknown

Overall training Level

Elite

Assumed Veterancy

Veteran

Used by

• Fenrika