King's Hands
These can be found in every settlement in the Kingdom of Kyrnn and it is reliable employment for someone who knows how to wield a sword. In peacetime, the kingshands are the police force within the kingdom. The judges who determine guilt or innocence, as well as assign punishment, are technically also part of the organisation. They are supposed to be impartial but often side with the officers arresting someone. And it is very rare for them to pass judgement on fellow officers.
Structure
The larger cities are handled by commanders who report to the Council of Armies. These then have Captains who are in charge of minor cities or sections of the larger ones. Captains have Handsmen who handles most of the actual policing and fighting, but they might assign sergeants as an intermediary. Even a small village will have at least two or three Handsmen around. No one in the kingdom should ever feel like justice is far off. Of course, some members of society don't feel safer with this kind of justice.
Hierarchy is extremely important and only trumped by loyalty. Kingshands are proud of the fact that they look out for their own and consider themselves a sort of family. If any of them visit a different part of the country, they can expect the kingshands there to provide basic food and lodging.
Culture
The King's Hands are very much coloured by Krynan culture. This affects how they police the country. The scepticism of outsiders as well very stereotypical views of non-humans, often shift how they assign blame. When they face critisism about this, they usually point to examples where their biases were correct.
Assets
The equipment and holds controlled by the King's Hands are built to last. They aren't very fancy, but everything is sturdy and reliable. A new member might well be handed chainmail that was first constructed fifty years ago, but with only a few repairs, it's perfectly useable. Barracks are likely to be built with thick walls of stone. Even a small outpost is supposed to be able to handle a minor siege.
For the Homeland
Type
Government, Law Enforcement
Alternative Names
Fists of the King
Training Level
Professional
Veterancy Level
Experienced
Demonym
Kingshand
Parent Organization
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