Crimson Blades

The Crimson Blades are one of the most famous mercenary groups currently operating. 
==History==
The Crimson blades have a long and proud history. The regiment is said to have been founded over 1000 years ago, though even the Blades own records the early days are incomplete. Legend states that in their first battle the Crimson Blades were betrayed by the 1000th member of their regiment leading to mass casualties. The regimental records shows that several of the unit's customs date back to just after this loss, but the name of the battle has been lost to the mists of time. From that date all new members of the unit are presented with a newly forged blade tempered in the blood of their squad mates.
==Organization==
The Crimson Blades always consist of 999 members divided into 10 companies. Nine of these companies have 101 members and the HQ company of 90. These companies are divided into the following: 2 companies of cavalry, 1 company of scouts/ skirmishers, 2 companies of archers/ crossbowmen, 2 companies of medium infantry and 2 companies of heavy infantry. The HQ company contains various specialists including mages, healers and siege weapon operators.