The Archadian Empire

378. The Archadian Empire: Imperial Soldier

GENUS: Imperial Army
CLASSIFICATION: Imperial

[1/2] Imperial Soldier

Being the rank and file of the Archadian Imperial Army.

The greater part of the Imperial army is comprised of swordsmen. In addition are hoplites in heavy armor for charging enemy fortifications, mages for ranged support, and others still for various more specialized roles.

[1/2] Mastiff

Dogs specially trained for battle. Their ability to follow commands and their unswerving loyalty make them a vital part of the Imperial war machine.

Training takes place at the hands of skilled "beast tamers," with a mastiff usually requiring two to three years before it is ready to see combat.

379. The Archadian Empire: Judge Ghis

GENUS: Imperial Army
CLASSIFICATION: Judge

[1/1] Observations

Being one of the Judge Magisters of the Archadian Empire.

Officiant of the 13th Bureau and commander of the Leviathan, the flagship of the 8th Fleet of the Western Armada, led by Lord Vayne.

In addition to official duties, he also works in secret, carrying out tasks assigned him by Vayne personally.

380. The Archadian Empire: Imperial Elite

GENUS: Imperial Army
CLASSIFICATION: Imperial Elite

[1/2] The Judges

A special order of knights under the Imperial Archadian Ministry of Law.

With the spread of Archadian influence came a rise in crime and regional conflicts. To reduce the amount of time required by the judicial process, a military court was established, this being the origin of the Order of Judges.

[2/2] Imperial Elites

Name given to a highly trained group of soldiers who have undergone the most rigorous selection procedures to become the pride of the Imperial army.

Elites are separated into three divisions by role: gunners, being marksmen trained in the use of rifles; pilots, being combat airship pilots; and beastmasters, being those who train the mighty mastiff dogs that fight alongside Imperial soldiers.

Those who make it past the selection process go to the Imperial military school known as the "Akademy," there to learn the specialist skills of their allocated division.

381. The Archadian Empire: Judge Bergan

GENUS: Imperial Army
CLASSIFICATION: Judge

[1/1] Observations

Judge Magister of the Archadian Imperial Army, director of the 2nd Bureau.

A warrior by training, he has a personal affinity for weapons and combat.

His experience with warfare has positioned him as the Empire's preeeminent Judge overseeing invasion and military envoys. A staunch supporter of Lord Vayne (also a believer in administration by force). he has dedicated his life to ensuring Vayne's aspirations come to fruition.

382. The Archadian Empire: Imperial Armament

GENUS: Imperial Army
CLASSIFICATION: Imperial Armament

[1/2] Rook

Dr. Cid has been working on developing thought-driven combat weapons, called "rooks," for some time now. Test models saw their first combat use in a recent incident at the Draklor Laboratory.

Three new models have been produced based on data collected buring the Draklor Laboratory incident.

[2/2] Draklor CB56 Remora Fighter

Small fighter airship of the Imperial army.

Gun turrets placed at the keel, and turrets on the deck make this an effective weapon against air and ground threats.

A mainstay of the Imperial Armored Forces together with the newer CB58 Valfarre fighter.

The initials of the craft's designer, Dr. Cid, and the year of its production adorn the hull.

383. The Archadian Empire: Judge Gabranth

GENUS: Imperial Army
CLASSIFICATION: Judge

[1/1] Observations

Being a member of the Order of Judges of the Imperial Archadian Ministry of Law, and Judge Magister of the 9th Bureau.

The 9th Bureau, led by Gabranth, is primarily concerned with the gathering and dissemination of information. As a result, many of the bureau's activities are shrouded in secrecy.

Gabranth, and his power, are respected by other Judge Magisters, and Emperor Gramis himself places great faith in this younger Judge.

384. The Archadian Empire: Doctor Cid

GENUS: Imperial Army
CLASSIFICATION: Scientist

[1/1] Observations

Chief of Draklor Laboratory, the top-secret weapons laboratory of the Archadian Empire. Full name: Cidolfus Demen Bunansa. Age: 58.

Pursues a program for manufacting nethicite, a variety of magicite with the property of absorbing magickal energy. Friend to Vayne. Though their ages are different, they share many of the same ideals and beliefs.