Head's Guards

The Head's personal guards are typically chosen from the Expert Mercenaries rank within the Headhunter's Association. Otherwise, they are recruited and trained specifically with the task of guarding him. These guards are typically referred to as "Watchmen." There are currently 20 Watchmen.

## Appearance

The Watchmen wear a white mask to cover their faces. These masks are typically just a decoration, and is a sort of symbolism of the Head. None are to show their face while on duty, as to not reveal their identity and possibly make them a target for infiltration or information gathering. Their appearance can vary, but most wear a brown overcoat with blue garments underneath, as well as gloves and boots.

Some Watchmen are Headhunters, though they are not recruited. Rather, a Headhunter can choose to become one if they wish to do so. Typically these are Headhunters who are on the verge of exiting the association, and wish to have a bit of down time before they leave. These Watchmen are granted the privilege of wearing their own clothing, as to differentiate themselves from others and suit their personal needs. There are not many Headhunters whom have gone to work as a Watchmen. Currently there are 4, one of which serves as the Head's personal Warden, or bodyguard.

## Schedule & Daily Life

Watchmen are able to live elsewhere, so long as they don't reveal their occupation or any association with the Head. When a Watchmen finishes their 12 hour shift, they exchange shifts with another, and are able to go home and rest for a day. Typically, there are 6-8 Watchmen at all times guarding the Head. The job itself is no different from being a regular guard elsewhere. Same responsibilities, same tasks. Though, when Watchmen are guarding the residence of the Head, 2 watchmen are able to go inside and have a bit of down time for a period of an hour, before exchanging with other watchmen to do the same. Regular patrols are taken in groups of 2 around the residence. When the 12 hour shift is done, watchmen transfer shifts with the other group when they arrive at the residence.

They are highly respected and treated equally by the Head, as well as the house-keepers. They are paid well, that being of 10 welds a week. When the Head goes out, 2-4 Watchmen accompany him, while the rest stay at the residence. Every month, a meeting is held between all Watchmen, where they gather and duel each other. This is to make sure the watchmen do not fall out of line, and retain their skills and abilities, no matter the lack of combat they experience on a day to day basis. If a watchmen fails 3 or more duels, they will be discharged, and a new one will be hired. This is exempt, if no other watchmen are able to be recruited.

## Weaponry & Skills

The Watchmen are equipped with whatever sword they choose. They usually carry 2 or more daggers, and can choose to carry a bow and quiver if they choose to do so. Training for new watchmen who have had no experience in the Association or combat takes around 1-2 years. They usually partake in Assassin training & stealth, as to familiarize themselves with methods used to assassinate people, and to spot any weak points and secure them.

## The Warden

The Warden is the personal bodyguard and friend of the Head. He oversees the training of all watchmen, and manages them. He accompanies the Head everywhere he goes.

### **History**

The Warden is believed to be an original member of the Headhunter's Association, whom of which served as one of the very first Headhunters. Unlike the rest, the Warden took jobs to do with guarding and escorts for anyone. On one particular occasion, he accompanied the Head with 3 other mercenaries to a theater play. There, an assassination attempt took place, where 3 assassins posing as members of the crowd attempted to kill the Head. A fight ensued, and the 3 mercenaries had been killed, leaving the Warden & the Head to fend the remaining 2 off. They fought alongside each other and the Head was impressed by his skills. Over a period of time, the Head grew a fond liking of the Warden, and was offered to join the newly formed Watchmen. the Warden took the offer.

On one night, the Head's residence was infiltrated by a group of assassins, where the Watchmen, alongside the Warden clashed with the assassins. During the attempt, the Head's wife, Lady Daniela, was killed. The warden saw first hand of the rage the Head had, and afterwards saw the effect it had taken on him. Sometime after this event, the Warden became one of the Head's closest friends, and is the only person the Head fully trusts.