The Warriors of the Dark Sun

The Warriors of the Dark
Sun are a political faction which preside over the Southern Province of Ásaterra.
Their role in the government of the land largely consists of espionage,
information gathering and defence, both in and out of Ásaterra. The previous
councillor for the Warriors is Thane Ealasaid Tàileach, who has held the position for the last eight years and who
deals with Southern and Dark Sun matters, however Councillor Conall Soutar sits as the head of the Dark Sun.

## Origins and Formation

The Warriors of the Dark Sun were formed from a group of mercenaries,
sellswords and spies who united under the Mhorloch Talks of 1208 BA in order to
oppose the government of the Royal Council. The Mhorloch talks were initiated
by the Children of the Dark Sun, a reclusive group of assassins who emerged
from the shadows to take a stand against the Royal Council in 1208 BA, killing
many of their ranks. They claimed that the council’s butchery and ruthlessness
against the innocent had insulted the Dark Mother, and that they were taking
just revenge. The extremely influence Children proved their power and
dedication, and many rallied to their cause. They and and their allies joined
together to become the Warriors of the Dark Sun, leaving the mantle of ‘Children’
behind. They joined with the self-pronounced Circle of the Arcane in 1209 BA to
form one of the warring sides of the 1210 BA Civil War, in an attempt to
overthrow the council. When the war ended, the Warriors stated their intention
to remain as a political faction, which resulted in them becoming a quarter of
the ruling government of Ásaterra.

## Role Within Ásaterra

The Warriors are tasked with the defence of the land from both invasion and from threats from within. Thus, they double as a military fighting force as well as scouts and spies. Unlike the Legion, the Warriors often employ more hit and run tactics, making them great shock troops. Their spy masters receive a wide range of information from across the known lands, which they share with the council for the protection of Ásaterra. The Warriors, mainly those from the South, pride themselves on their code of morality; they never break a deal, never harm a guest, and do not attack those who cannot defend themselves. Although these morals are fine indeed in principle, the faction is large and there are those who may utilise more dubious methods. Members of the Warriors are paid for their services, receiving a standard wage, however some may often go looking for extra work, either for adventure or coin. The Warriors are also known to employ mercenary companies to bolster their fighting forces when needed, and are also known offer contracts to self-employed lone mercenaries looking for work.

## Formation and Structure

Although the South itself is divided up into Thanedoms, ranks such as Thane or Baron do not equal authority in the Warrior’s military structure. For example, Lady Alecto Blackthorne, Thane of Dubhdris may rank higher socially than Lady Larka Daepad , but in the field and in matters of the Dark Sun, Lady Larka, a *Ciad*, outranks Lady Alecto, a *Dàrna*. The military ranks within the Warriors of the Dark Sun are as follows, from highest to lowest.

**Councillor:** Head of the armies of the Warriors of the Dark Sun. The highest military rank.

**Ceanarrim:** A general. Appointed by the Councillor to lead the armies of the Dark Sun in the field.

**Coirneileir:** Commands a foireann, comprised of approximately three to six rangs.

**Màidsaer:** Commands a rang, which is made up of four units

**Caiftean:** Second to the *Màidsaer*, assists them in commanding the rang.

**Ciad:** The commander of a Unit.

**Dàrna:** Second to the Ciad, assists them in commanding the Unit.

**Trian**: The third in command in a unit, assistant to the Ciad and Dàrna if needed.

**Saighdear:** Starting rank. The lowest military rank.

## Notable Figures

Main Page: The Expeditionary Force

The Warriors employ many vibrant personalities both in and out of their Expeditionary Force Unit. Their Unit within the Expeditionary Force contains some of their best and most memorable members.