The Dalish Royal Army

Banner of the Dalish Royal Army

### Associated Institutions:

Dalish Royal Navy, Dalish Royal Marines, Athala Ranger Corps, Royal Military Academy

### March / Anthem:

Men of Dale (Men of Harlech):https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=6hAhGbbxtLs

### **Introduction:**

The Dalish Royal Army is the Third Kingdom of Dale's standing, professional army, originally founded as a third party to defend Dale from external threats, and also infighting between local nobles and their private militias. It is made up mostly of volunteer soldiers, along with a wide selection of specialist auxiliary troops and supporting units from other forces in Dale, such as the Royal Marines and the Athala Ranger Corps.

### **Ranks:**

**Recruit**

* Roleplay: The lowest rank in the Dalish Royal Army. They are men who have volunteered for the Dalish Royal Army and have not yet completed their training.
* In-game: This rank basically is non-existent in-game, as it's almost impossible for any citizen to have such a low status.

**Soldier**

* Roleplay: Recruits who have completed their training, and are professional, full-time soldiers.
* In-game: The vast majority of Dalish citizens. They fight in battle with the role of warriors, and follow orders and carry them out. They take the main bulk of the fighting, both against players or mobs.

**Lance Corporal**

* Roleplay: A soldier who has distinguished themselves with seniority. Their job is to help out new recruits and soldiers.
* In-game: These function the same as soldiers with the role of warrior, however it's expected that they know a bit more, and as per their rank, help out newer troops.

**Corporal**

* Roleplay: A sergeant's second-in-command, who also assists him in training new recruits. These are also soldiers who have distinguished themselves with seniority, along with meritorious service and competence.
* In-game: The same as the above. Although they fit the role of warrior, corporals may be expected to take on slightly "tankier" roles, such as holding off mobs. Can act as a battalion commander in a battle.

**Sergeant**

* Roleplay: In charge of a war-band, the sergeant is responsible for the command, discipline and wellbeing of his men. To achieve this rank he must prove himself competent and worthy of this rank by distinguished service as either a lance corporal or a corporal. He can be distinguished by a red sash.
* In-game: Has the ability to take charge of a small group of warriors if the dedicated commander or strategist has been taken out of the picture. Also can rally and lead warriors in a non-war environment if a superior is not present, such as a player raid or fighting against invasions. Can act as a battalion commander in a battle.

**Ensign**

* Roleplay: The soldier assigned to carrying the banner of a war-band or company. Usually a lance corporal, corporal or sergeant who has distinguished themselves with meritorious service. Often these troops are some of the most well-protected in a unit, sometimes even more so than the sergeant or captain.
* In-game: This rank is purely ceremonial in-game, as it has little purpose in a battle.

**Sergeant-Major**

* Roleplay: A warrant officer, whose job is to oversee the training, discipline and wellbeing of new recruits and also soldiers. It is his task to enforce punishment and reward where necessary, and to ensure his unit is meeting the standards of his commander. Often they can be distinguished by a red sash, spiked helmet, and the wooden drill cane they carry with them.
* In-game: Mainly ceremonial. However, sergeant-majors can be used to help train new recruits and soldiers, and guide them through a battle environment. Can act as a battalion commander in a battle.

**Captain**

* Roleplay: A commissioned officer who leads a company of 126 men. Often he is the officer in charge of a camp, outpost or fort. He commands this company in battle, and can be distinguished by his plumed helmet and blue cape.
* In-game: Dalish captains are real NPCs, and you can hire troops from them in their forts. As for players, captains may take the role of strategist or commander in a battle or raid. Usually a Battalion Commander in a battle.

**Major**

* Roleplay: A senior commissioned officer in charge of a battalion of men; around 4 to 5 companies. He commands these people in battle, although more often than not it is his captains who lead the during the fight, while he oversees the tactical perspective of the battle and controls the engagement.
* In-game: A player with this role takes the role of "strategist" during a battle or raid.

**General**

* Roleplay: A senior commissioned officer in charge of an entire regiment, of which there is usually one per region in Dale. He too, like the major, often sends his subordinates to lead his troops from the ground, while he manages the tactical aspect of the battle.
* In-game: Similar to the major, although more senior.

**Field Marshal**

* Roleplay: The most senior officer in the Dalish Royal Army. Second to the King, he is almost always the Chief of Staff, and commands the entirety of the Dalish Royal Army. The Field Marshal also oversees the Royal Military Academy, and works in liaison with the Commandant of the Athala Ranger Corps. He is distinguishable by his gilded plate armour, and the purple plumes he wears on his spiked helmet. He also carries with him his mace, which is a symbol of his authority.
* In-game: Usually the Strategist of an engagement, while the King is the Field Commander; however, these two roles may be interchangeable. The Field Marshal is nominated by the General Staff, and has to pass through approval of the King to attain his rank.

### **Battle Roles:**

**Warrior:** Players who take the main bulk of the fighting.

**Scouts:** Players who report the whereabouts of players, along with participating in more fluid combat.

**Engineers:** Constructs fortifications if necessary when commanded by the Field Commander. Can also fight.

**Battalion Commander:** A player who brings NPC troops to a battle.

**Strategist:** A player who does not personally fight in a battle; however, he does work close to it. His job is to analyse the tactical and overall strategic situation of an engagement, and manage communications and keep track of the locations and actions of players.

**Field Commander:** Receives suggestions from the strategist and commands other players in the battle. He also fights.