Legion of Augustus

== Augustus's legion ==
=== Introduction ===
Augustus's Legion is an Empire/Raider group led by Emperor Augustus the 2nd. It formed as a result of the USRF Civil war, and is one of the strongest factions in the entire wasteland. It is known for utilizing slavery as the backbone of their civilization.
=== History ===
==== USRF Civil war ====
The USRF set up a base in Sunrise City, it's efforts led by Major Alphonso "Puma" DiNero. However, instead of staying on the good side of things, he would go on to rebel, causing a civil war to erupt.
The USRF attempted to send a convoy of tanks and trucks through the Bargetown bridge, but Puma and his men were one step ahead, and would blow up the entire bridge, crippling their efforts.
The remaining USRF force were pushed to the Hotel within Sunrise City, and in there, they would be slaughtered, as Puma had joined forces with SIN and the Rebellion, all of which contributed with soldiers, and would wipe the entire USRF force out.
Commandant Joe was also present in the hotel, and would be captured and brutally killed by Major Puma. Shortly afterwards, Major Puma would change his name to Augustus, as he went insane and established Augustus's Legion.
==== Establishment ====
The Legion of Augustus was formed as a result of Major Puma going insane, and believing himself to be a re-incarnation of the roman emperor Augustus.
He quickly surrounded himself with supporters, and people willingly joined his faction, lured in by his charm, and the promise of slaves, which many got.
==== Murder of Ryan Andrews ====
The Alumni leader, Ryan Andrews, would be kidnapped by two disguised Legion Frumentarii, Aurelius Kastaroll, and Charmer. They would take him to a desolate place, locking him inside of a room, and torturing him. In the end, they would pour molten gold up his mouth, to mock his greed, and molten Aluminium up his ass, to mock the Alumni.
No one would know of the Legion's involvement, as they hired raider junkies to assist them, and were also able to escape unharmed. Thus, the murder was blamed on raiders.
==== Subjugation of The Rebellion ====
On the 10th of March 1964, a Legion Centurion would enter Southpoint, and immediately requested a private conversation with it's leader, Alyssa. Upon entering a meeting room, he gave Alyssa two choices; Silver or lead. Silver would be to bow before the Legion, surrendering their resources from the quarry in exchange for keeping their culture, and gaining the Legion's protection. Or lead, where every single male of the rebellion would be killed, every single one of their women enslaved, and all of their children taken into the Legion army. Alyssa chose silver, sparing the Rebellion.
The one assigned to govern the Rebellion and keep them in check, is a Centurion named Lucius Tiberius.
In the first days of the occupation, a Decani named Aurelius Kastaroll would execute Jeremiah Cortez, a Rebellion official in cold blood without the proper honors. Due to this, he was flogged in the middle of the Southpoint town square, in front of everyone.
==== Integration of the Vahlaseri ====
A tribe of the Vahlaseri raider group would approach the Legion, asking for an alliance. Due to the Legion not accepting alliances, only subjugation, they denied the request. The tribe leader decided to opt for subjugation, and Augustus himself came for a surprise visit, seeing what the tribe had to offer. Augustus offered them integration, which would mean that the Legion would annex their areas, but let their culture live on. The tribe leader agreed to this proposition, and thus, the Legion annexed the Sunrise Omniport.
=== Politics ===
==== An economy of flesh and bones ====
The Legion economy is built heavily around slavery, and Legion soldiers are often paid with slaves after successful raids or attacks. They are also sold all around, and many trade slaves as well. Slaves were also used as a bargaining tool for gaining supporters when the Legion was first formed. 
Slaves in the Legion hold a higher position than money itself, and is the preferred method of payment.
Slaves also carry explosive collars around their neck to keep them in line, and any disloyal slaves will be blown up and killed instantly.
==== Currency ====
The legion mostly uses slaves as currency, but if not, they use Legion Denarius. It is crafted out of recycled metal, and look like small coins, with Augustus's face printed on them. They come in different forms, and have different variants as well.
==== The Mark of the Legion ====
As an alternative to the normal ID's that other factions carry, the legion instead opt for small silver pendants, that are required to be shown upon entry into any Legion territory. These marks are backed up by a constantly-updated ID network that the Legion runs manually, employing many slaves to do their work. They are required to be shown when entering legion territory, or any legion base, and are constantly updated.
When checking the marks, they will be presented with the name and a rough description of what the person looks like to avoid detection. In case of suspicion, a security question is also attached.
==== Propaganda ====
The Legion is basically a propaganda machine. No radios except legion radios are allowed, and only Legion media is allowed throughout the entire empire. To keep people brainwashed and soldiers in line, the legion promises loot and slaves, including sex slaves and servants. This keeps most of the soldiers in line, and loyal as well. A few cases of people defecting to the Legion have also occurred, most famously with Decanus Vuseptus, an ex-Rebellion soldier who defected after being promised slaves and status.
The Legion plays a lot on the male fantasy, and is therefore able to reel people in, and once reeled in, they will be brainwashed completely, and their promises of slaves and status fulfilled.
==== Infrastructure ====
Contrary to outside belief, the Legion is actually not a bunch of blood-thirsty cannibals or mad-max esque raiders. They are quite civilized, using digital systems and have re-activated the factories in Sunrise, allowing them to produce many goods and weapons. Sunrise will of course remain in a damaged state for a while, but it is actively being worked on, and they focus much of their efforts into re-building Sunrise with their massive army of slave workers.
Education is also prominent in the Legion, with literacy rates being extremely good for the time and the place. Sanitation and hygiene is also very good in the Legion, and they have functional hospitals and drug producing facilities.
In other words, their city is destroyed, but that doesn't mean that they are savage people. These were ex-USRF troops and officers, not cavemen.
=== Military ===
==== Introduction ====
The Legion Military is one of the strongest in the entire wasteland, due to their sheer size and equipment. Most people join seeking status, money, glory, or slaves. Once you join the Legion Military, you are granted many benefits, such as increased rights, increased pay, etc.
==== Military Ranks ====
===== The Legionnaire =====
This is the lowest rank, equal to that of a Private. This is where every single Legion soldier starts out, and the ones that are higher in the ranks, are simply picked through the concept of survival of the fittest. This way the Legion commanders are actually trained well in combat and know how to survive combat scenarios, giving them a massive upper hand in combat. However, this makes them much more valuable and lower in numbers, due to the fact that many die before reaching higher ranks.
The Legionnaire is the one unit with the highest casualty rate in the legion.
===== The Decani =====
The Decani (plural), or Decanus (singular) are Legion field officers that lead battle in the battlefield. They are often seen with feathered hats, legion banners, or both. Their looks vary from person to person, as they are allowed much more freedom when it comes to their uniform.
Decani are often described as moving rally points, as their feathers and banners shout out to other Legionnaires where their rally point is. Decani are often more heavily armoured than Legionnaires, often being equipped Kevlar underneath their clothes, in their padding, and helmets.
Many Decani are ex-USRF Sergeants. Decani rule directly over a cohort (12 men)
===== The Centurions =====
The Centurions are generals of the Legion. They have been through rough combat and have therefore earned a protected status, allowing them to not partake in battle unless required to. Centurions are often the most toughest of the soldiers, and the most intelligent as well, and aren't only generals, but also politicians, aiding in re-building Sunrise city, and being sent as envoys.
Centurions are often ex-USRF Officers, and they rule directly over around 100-200 men each.
==== Other Military ranks of the Legion ====
The Legion also has specialized soldiers. These include, The immunes, Frumentarii, Preatorians, and The Legates.
===== The Immunes =====
The Immunes are Legionnaires or Decani with talent in other fields. They may be employed as mechanics, factory overseers, slave overseers, researchers, repairmen, etc. Due to their skills in these fields, they are rewarded with a protected status, and are therefore often protected from battle, unless their superiors call them. They are a protected asset, and rarely see combat, but instead carry out vital skilled work the legion needs.
Immunes are dressed as Legionnaires. Some have special headwear, flamethrowers, gear belts, or other accessories.
===== The Frumentarii =====
Frumentarii are secret police with the actual rank of Decanus. They most often hide out in Legion territory to ensure loyalty among the ranks, but also go on spy missions to infiltrate other factions. Frumentarii are elites at covert missions, and never fail their centurions. For every centurion, a Frumentarii is assigned.
Frumentarii have no special uniforms, they just go in a Decanus uniform when in-uniform. To distinguish themselves when on-duty, they carry special marks of the Legion, made out of gold infused with copper.
===== The Preatorian Guards =====
The Preatorian guards are the Emperor's bodyguards. He hand-picks his most trusted Decani/Centurions to take on this role. Preatorian guards are technically one step above Centurions, but spend most of their time around the Emperor, guarding him and being graced with his presence. Preatorian guards are extremely highly skilled in combat, and are hand-picked out of the best of the best.
Preatorians wear modified Centurion Armour, that often sport bandoliers, extra armour, advanced technology, etc.
Preatorians are considered Royalty and are to be treated as such.
===== The Legates =====
Legates are 3-star generals, the 2nd in commands. There can be many Legates, but generally there is only one in place. Legates command a whole army, assigned to by the Emperor himself. They are also considered his right hand men, and are therefore highly respected and feared.
Legates wear whatever they please, but often wear modified centurion armour with jewelry.
Legates are considered Royalty and are to be treated as such.
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