Elite Knight - Royal Armory
A knight who has proven to be examplary examples of knighthood. Rank insignia is two silver chevrons.
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Qualifications
- Diplomatic etiquette and education course
Requirements
- Earn at least 3 marks of excellence
- Obtain 2 notes of recommendation
- Maintain high level of public service or charity work
Appointment
While meeting the requirements and having met qualifications, one must attend a rite of promotion where they receive their rank insignia and recite the oath of the Royal Armory.
Duties
- Perform diplomatic duties at the Amana International Embassy
- Perform limited diplomatic missions in The Wyldlands.
- Serve as adjunct lieutenants for Amana in wartime, serving as strategic and intelligence resources for military commanders
- Lead and organize disaster relief efforts
- Assist in arbitration of criminal charges
- Challenge threats to the populace of Amana
- Offer support to the people
Responsibilities
- Lead small cells of 1-4 knights
- Bailiff for arbitration
- Specialized response for dangerous encounters
- Court assistance for crisis response
- Helping little old people cross the street
Benefits
Monthly Stipend of 30 gp
Accoutrements & Equipment
- Royal Armory armor (plate)
- 1 weapon of choice (sword or spear)
- 1 shield (optional)
- Medallion of Crest of Amana
- Ring of Nepi (spellcasting focus)
Grounds for Removal/Dismissal
- Treason
- Not adhering to code of conduct
- Failing to promote before 10 years of service1
History
When Amana unified under a single monarch, the Royal Armory was founded as a sort of check against corruption. It was comprised of soldiers from all three nations on Amana and combined to serve the people by protecting them from all threats except foreign armies. Their devotion to serving the people is how they managed to create righteous warriors of faith without requiring devotion to a single deity. Nepi is considered the patron deity of the Armory, but not necessarily the deity worshipped by all of the knights.
Elite knights were given further responsibilities, begining the transition towards political work. Where knights primary duty was protecting the population from physical threats and crises, elite knights began to bridge the gap and begin learning about how to protect them from corrupt governance.
Elite knights were given further responsibilities, begining the transition towards political work. Where knights primary duty was protecting the population from physical threats and crises, elite knights began to bridge the gap and begin learning about how to protect them from corrupt governance.
Cultural Significance
Elite knights are seen as heroes amongst heroes. Civilians are likely to interact with them, but their presence is usually seen in areas of greater concern like cities.
Type
Civic, Military, Not Commissioned
Form of Address
Sir
Source of Authority
The Monarch of Amana
Length of Term
10 years (including attaining the rank again after demotions)
Current Holders
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