Training Yard

Located adjacent to the Enlisted Barracks, the Training Yard is a vast open space with dust swirling in the air from the footfalls of soldiers drilling in precise formations. The acrid smell of sweat and oil hangs heavy amidst the sound of metal clashing and the shouts of training officers urging recruits to push harder. Competition banners flutter in the wind above, each proudly displaying the insignia of a different battalion stationed within the barracks.
Nestled within the Training Yard, the Drill Grounds is a patch of compacted dirt encircled by wooden barriers, where soldiers engage in rigorous martial exercises under the watchful eye of seasoned drill sergeants. The sound of rhythmic footwork and the clatter of weapons being wielded in practice create a cacophony of controlled chaos, echoing off the barracks walls. Tattered training dummies bearing the scars of countless strikes line the perimeter, their straw-filled bodies a testament to the dedication of those honing their combat skills.
Nestled within the far corner of the Training Yard, the Archery Range gleams in the sunlight, its targets standing proudly against the backdrop of the barracks' outer walls. The air is tinged with the scent of freshly cut wood and the soft twang of released bowstrings reverberates through the quiet atmosphere. Rows of arrows, neatly fletched and waiting to be loosed, stand ready for the next round of marksmanship exercises.
Nestled behind the main barracks, the Weapons Practice Area is a modest courtyard with archery targets set up at varying distances. The metallic scent of sharpened blades mingles with the tang of burning targets, creating a heady atmosphere. A row of well-maintained racks holds an array of weapons - from swords to polearms - available for soldiers to practice with under the watchful eye of a stern weapons master.

Type

Military, Camp

Location under

Fort Serpentine

Owning Organization

The Kingdom of The Celestial Starweaver