XVI Legion of Sevicia

The XVI Legion of Sevicia, known also by the moniker The Braves, is a legion in the Imperial Sevician army. The legion was first raised by Sevician Imperator Manus III during the early fourth century as a reflection of growing numbers in the Sevican military and has served as a combat and reserve battalion ever since. Its official motto is "Headfirst into the fight" and its sigil is a golden four-leaf clover on the red field of Sevicia, flanked by two golden stripes.
== History ==
The first of Sevicia's legions to not be established during the military reforms of Ascillion the Great in the third century, the history of the Braves dates back to the reign of Manus III. Originally a reserve company designated with civilian tasks and policing, the XVI Legion aided in construction and suppression of civil revolts throughout the fourth and fifth centuries. During the Middlelands War against the Kingdom of Erenna, the XVI Legion were among the legions chosen to lead the vanguard of the central army. Their courage in leading earned them the moniker "The Braves" which has stuck ever since.
The Braves enjoyed long periods of relative peace in the sixth century, before seeing combat again during the failed first war against Duscador from 648 to 650 A.S. In the following two wars they served again as a frontline legion, leading the vanguard during the Battle of Candar Glen, under the command of general Noam Enwood. As of the year 713, they are located in the Southlands region of Sevicia, near the city of Vinarrin. They are commanded by Yoric Clay.
== See also ==
Imperial Sevician Army
Yoric Clay
Category:Military organisations