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Also consider the fact that Von Nyon's route takes him through forest, which will probably add a few more hours on to the trip since he has to navigate around roots and trees and such.
Also, realistically, wouldn't Leventis come back first since he has the shortest patrol route? And shouldn't there be some opportunity for interaction with the trooper in your Omadon? Seems odd to just cover the entire mission in one post, but that's just my opinion.
Also, realistically, wouldn't Leventis come back first since he has the shortest patrol route? And shouldn't there be some opportunity for interaction with the trooper in your Omadon? Seems odd to just cover the entire mission in one post, but that's just my opinion.
@Not Fishing
How long do you expect our routes to be time wise
That's a question for @Void
I just looked at the map and said "Yeah, I should probably have those places checked out first."
For anyone confused about their character's route:
Lieutenant Karras
Training Continues
Lieutenant Karras had been somewhat caught off guard when one of the Cornets approached him so readily with his own suggestions for training. Then again, such a thing was to be expected, he supposed - he hadn't been too different when he first purchased a commission. He wondered what the Cornet's motivation was - an attempt to impress his superiors? A genuine desire to improve his men and get to know them better? Then he remembered this was the same man who wasn't even of noble blood - Milos didn't hold that against him, but others certainly would. It might not hurt to give him a chance to prove himself...
Leventis would have almost been able to see the gears turning in Karras's head as he internally debated the merits of his fresh-faced subordinate's suggestion. The arguments in favor of it were sound, and he did not want to discourage his subordinates from showing initiative. On the flip side however, training the men independently could hinder the Bandon's cohesion should they ever need to go into battle as a full unit.
Finally, Milos nodded. "So long as these two hour sessions do not interfere with your training alongside the rest of the Bandon. I shall also have the other Omadons do the same. And I will observe from time to time to see how your unit is progressing." He paused, considering his next words. "It is rare to see such initiative from a junior cornet. Good work."
Off To War
Milos thought the training had been progressing well. The men of his Bandon were still far from an elite unit, but they were much better off than they had originally been when they first signed on. At the very least, they had now gotten used to military discipline, the chain of command, and the rigorous schedule. So naturally, when training was cancelled, Milos was puzzled. And then the news hit.
They were at war.
He should not be surprised, he had told himself. The Empire had been at war countless times before, and had only been expanding its influence since then. To think that the other great powers of Europe would not notice and would not do anything about it was complete and utter foolishness. Still, expecting to go war and actually going to war were two entirely different things. His thoughts drifted to his brothers in their own regiments, and how they were taking the news.
But no matter what challenges laid in wait, Milos would not waver. He would see to his duty, and he would do so to the best of the ability. For himself, for his nation, and for his House.
Staff Meeting
Their orders were clear, but also quite demanding. He wondered if any of his men or officers had been expecting something more exciting. For Milos himself, if he could spend a year and a half at a remote outpost without complaint then a quiet port town was nothing. As a result, neither the difficulty nor tedium of their new assignment had hindered his ability to formulate a plan.
He invited his Cornets and senior NCO into his office, where Milos was standing over his desk with a map already laid out. He wasted no time with pleasantries, before he explained the situation. They had to scout everything west of the northern river, and in order to cover the most ground in the quickest amount of time he had decided to split the Bandon up.
"Cornet Leventis." He began, looking at the gunmaker's son. "Your patrol route is to the northeast. You and your Omadon are to follow the river. You will record every potential ford or crossing point, no matter how hidden or how narrow. If it can be crossed, I want its exact position marked down. Then I want you to follow that road north to see where it ends. After that, you are to turn back and follow the road south and report your findings to me."
He paused for the briefest of seconds, allowing that information to sink in, before moving on. "Cornet Konyk." He said, turning to the bright magic-user in his Bandon. "You and Cornet Bardas shall take 1st and 4th Omadons northwest to investigate this bridge..." He pointed to the crossing in the northwestern reaches of the map. "I'm placing you in command until you reach your destination. When you arrive at the bridge, you are to split up. Cornet Bardas will take his Omadon to the northeast, while you take your Omadon south, both following the river. Again, I want you both to mark down every potential crossing, and you are to return to the bridge once you reach the forest and mountains respectively, and share your findings with each other. Bardas, you will remain to set up camp and watch over the bridge, so make sure you bring plenty of rations. If you spot the enemy, ride back here with all haste and inform us. Konyk, you will return to Tomis to make your report - on your way back I would also like you to scout those two side roads. Understood?"
Barely giving any time to respond, he then turned to Von Nyon. "Cornet Von Nyon. You and Cornet Nizar shall take your Omadons directly directly west, with you in command and Corporal Ioannis to advise you. Your destination is this bridge here." He pointed to the westernmost bridge. "Nizar, you have the same orders as Bardas - set up camp and keep watch for the enemy, and the same orders apply if they make an appearance. Von Nyon, you will take Ioannis and follow the river north through the forest. In addition to identifying potential fords, you are also to take note of the forest's density, and estimate how difficult it would be for a large group of men to move through there. Stay alongside the river - we will do a more in-depth sweep of the forest at a later date. Once you reach Cornet Bardas's camp, you are to follow the road south back to the town with your report. If you happen to link up with Cornet Konyk at any point, you are to aid him in scouting those two side roads on the way back."
His plan and the various routes laid out, he then addressed the table as a whole. "And do be sure to keep an eye out for any defensible buildings or potential camping sites that can be converted into outposts. The captain wants us to make note of those as well, and they will aid us in the defense when the main army arrives. You depart tomorrow at dawn. Those are your orders, gentlemen. Any questions or objections?"
If there were any doubts, confusion, or criticism towards the plan, now would be the time to have them cleared up.
Training Continues
Lieutenant Karras had been somewhat caught off guard when one of the Cornets approached him so readily with his own suggestions for training. Then again, such a thing was to be expected, he supposed - he hadn't been too different when he first purchased a commission. He wondered what the Cornet's motivation was - an attempt to impress his superiors? A genuine desire to improve his men and get to know them better? Then he remembered this was the same man who wasn't even of noble blood - Milos didn't hold that against him, but others certainly would. It might not hurt to give him a chance to prove himself...
Leventis would have almost been able to see the gears turning in Karras's head as he internally debated the merits of his fresh-faced subordinate's suggestion. The arguments in favor of it were sound, and he did not want to discourage his subordinates from showing initiative. On the flip side however, training the men independently could hinder the Bandon's cohesion should they ever need to go into battle as a full unit.
Finally, Milos nodded. "So long as these two hour sessions do not interfere with your training alongside the rest of the Bandon. I shall also have the other Omadons do the same. And I will observe from time to time to see how your unit is progressing." He paused, considering his next words. "It is rare to see such initiative from a junior cornet. Good work."
Off To War
Milos thought the training had been progressing well. The men of his Bandon were still far from an elite unit, but they were much better off than they had originally been when they first signed on. At the very least, they had now gotten used to military discipline, the chain of command, and the rigorous schedule. So naturally, when training was cancelled, Milos was puzzled. And then the news hit.
They were at war.
He should not be surprised, he had told himself. The Empire had been at war countless times before, and had only been expanding its influence since then. To think that the other great powers of Europe would not notice and would not do anything about it was complete and utter foolishness. Still, expecting to go war and actually going to war were two entirely different things. His thoughts drifted to his brothers in their own regiments, and how they were taking the news.
But no matter what challenges laid in wait, Milos would not waver. He would see to his duty, and he would do so to the best of the ability. For himself, for his nation, and for his House.
Staff Meeting
Their orders were clear, but also quite demanding. He wondered if any of his men or officers had been expecting something more exciting. For Milos himself, if he could spend a year and a half at a remote outpost without complaint then a quiet port town was nothing. As a result, neither the difficulty nor tedium of their new assignment had hindered his ability to formulate a plan.
He invited his Cornets and senior NCO into his office, where Milos was standing over his desk with a map already laid out. He wasted no time with pleasantries, before he explained the situation. They had to scout everything west of the northern river, and in order to cover the most ground in the quickest amount of time he had decided to split the Bandon up.
"Cornet Leventis." He began, looking at the gunmaker's son. "Your patrol route is to the northeast. You and your Omadon are to follow the river. You will record every potential ford or crossing point, no matter how hidden or how narrow. If it can be crossed, I want its exact position marked down. Then I want you to follow that road north to see where it ends. After that, you are to turn back and follow the road south and report your findings to me."
He paused for the briefest of seconds, allowing that information to sink in, before moving on. "Cornet Konyk." He said, turning to the bright magic-user in his Bandon. "You and Cornet Bardas shall take 1st and 4th Omadons northwest to investigate this bridge..." He pointed to the crossing in the northwestern reaches of the map. "I'm placing you in command until you reach your destination. When you arrive at the bridge, you are to split up. Cornet Bardas will take his Omadon to the northeast, while you take your Omadon south, both following the river. Again, I want you both to mark down every potential crossing, and you are to return to the bridge once you reach the forest and mountains respectively, and share your findings with each other. Bardas, you will remain to set up camp and watch over the bridge, so make sure you bring plenty of rations. If you spot the enemy, ride back here with all haste and inform us. Konyk, you will return to Tomis to make your report - on your way back I would also like you to scout those two side roads. Understood?"
Barely giving any time to respond, he then turned to Von Nyon. "Cornet Von Nyon. You and Cornet Nizar shall take your Omadons directly directly west, with you in command and Corporal Ioannis to advise you. Your destination is this bridge here." He pointed to the westernmost bridge. "Nizar, you have the same orders as Bardas - set up camp and keep watch for the enemy, and the same orders apply if they make an appearance. Von Nyon, you will take Ioannis and follow the river north through the forest. In addition to identifying potential fords, you are also to take note of the forest's density, and estimate how difficult it would be for a large group of men to move through there. Stay alongside the river - we will do a more in-depth sweep of the forest at a later date. Once you reach Cornet Bardas's camp, you are to follow the road south back to the town with your report. If you happen to link up with Cornet Konyk at any point, you are to aid him in scouting those two side roads on the way back."
His plan and the various routes laid out, he then addressed the table as a whole. "And do be sure to keep an eye out for any defensible buildings or potential camping sites that can be converted into outposts. The captain wants us to make note of those as well, and they will aid us in the defense when the main army arrives. You depart tomorrow at dawn. Those are your orders, gentlemen. Any questions or objections?"
If there were any doubts, confusion, or criticism towards the plan, now would be the time to have them cleared up.
My post is half-typed up.
You don't mind if I come up with names for the NPC Cornets in the Bandon, do you?
You don't mind if I come up with names for the NPC Cornets in the Bandon, do you?
Alright, questions:
1. Will Milos be expected to keep an Omadon or two back in town to act as a reserve unit?
2. Is Milos also expected to stay in town to do paperwork and such?
3. So I'm the one deciding the patrol/scouting routes?
4. Do we know if the enemy kingdoms have mobilized yet, and if they did mobilize what would be the estimated time required to reach us?
5. Those bridges seem like key strategic points. Have they already been fortified/put under watch, or will I have to assign men to do that?
1. Will Milos be expected to keep an Omadon or two back in town to act as a reserve unit?
2. Is Milos also expected to stay in town to do paperwork and such?
3. So I'm the one deciding the patrol/scouting routes?
4. Do we know if the enemy kingdoms have mobilized yet, and if they did mobilize what would be the estimated time required to reach us?
5. Those bridges seem like key strategic points. Have they already been fortified/put under watch, or will I have to assign men to do that?
Leventis and Milos seem like they might get along well.
Lieutenant Karras
The Lieutenant's glare only deepened. The exaggerated way the man spoke and saluted almost seemed mocking, though it could simply be him desperately trying to compensate for his previous actions. "Permission denied." He said at once, before his voice lowered - enough for those nearby to hear him clearly, but not the entire Bandon. "Should I catch you issuing an unwarranted punishment in the future, you will be expected to bear the punishment yourself." He paused, before adding: "And it is pronounced 'sir.' After all your years in the army you should know that." With that, he turned his attention back to training the Bandon.
Again, Milos was not soft in his training. He worked the men hard, and should one of them fail or do something punishable, he would not hesitate to punish or discipline them as required. But when it came to random or unwarranted punishment, he drew the line - it was neither just nor fair nor lawful to punish a man who had not committed any sort of offense, and in the long run would only turn the men against him.
As for Ioannis, if the corporal acted up again, Milos would stay true to his pledge. The Lieutenant also kept a closer eye on the man, having lost a great deal of trust and respect for him. Milos might still be open to his advice, but his actions and words were definitely under increased scrutiny.
The Lieutenant's glare only deepened. The exaggerated way the man spoke and saluted almost seemed mocking, though it could simply be him desperately trying to compensate for his previous actions. "Permission denied." He said at once, before his voice lowered - enough for those nearby to hear him clearly, but not the entire Bandon. "Should I catch you issuing an unwarranted punishment in the future, you will be expected to bear the punishment yourself." He paused, before adding: "And it is pronounced 'sir.' After all your years in the army you should know that." With that, he turned his attention back to training the Bandon.
Again, Milos was not soft in his training. He worked the men hard, and should one of them fail or do something punishable, he would not hesitate to punish or discipline them as required. But when it came to random or unwarranted punishment, he drew the line - it was neither just nor fair nor lawful to punish a man who had not committed any sort of offense, and in the long run would only turn the men against him.
As for Ioannis, if the corporal acted up again, Milos would stay true to his pledge. The Lieutenant also kept a closer eye on the man, having lost a great deal of trust and respect for him. Milos might still be open to his advice, but his actions and words were definitely under increased scrutiny.
Lieutenant Karras
"They will do no such thing." Declared the cold voice of Lieutenant Milos Karras, stepping towards the abusive corporal. He looked down at the exhausted Spaniard. "On your feet, Dragoon." He ordered, before turning to face Ioannis and the two men he was attempting to 'discipline' for no discernible reason.
When he had originally witnessed the Spaniard performing push-ups, he had not seen the original exchange, and thus did not know if such a punishment was warranted or not. But upon keeping a closer eye on the Lance-Corporal and watching him approach then subsequently order a Cornet and an Enlisted men (one of whom was superior in rank, both had done nothing wrong, and the Corporal was not acting on Milos's order), he had to put a stop to it. His first day would not be marked by his senior NCO being allowed to so blatantly flout the Bandon's chain of command.
Besides, if the situation carried on like this, half the Bandon would be too exhausted to actually get anything out of the training, and at least a tenth of them would probably be considering mutiny by the end of the first day. He had to show the corporal who was in control here, and make sure that everyone else knew it too.
"You have no authority to give orders to or disrespect a commissioned officer, and I have not given you the authority to issue unwarranted disciplinary action. You will cease this behavior immediately. Do I make myself clear?" He said, giving the corporal a withering stare for good measure.
"They will do no such thing." Declared the cold voice of Lieutenant Milos Karras, stepping towards the abusive corporal. He looked down at the exhausted Spaniard. "On your feet, Dragoon." He ordered, before turning to face Ioannis and the two men he was attempting to 'discipline' for no discernible reason.
When he had originally witnessed the Spaniard performing push-ups, he had not seen the original exchange, and thus did not know if such a punishment was warranted or not. But upon keeping a closer eye on the Lance-Corporal and watching him approach then subsequently order a Cornet and an Enlisted men (one of whom was superior in rank, both had done nothing wrong, and the Corporal was not acting on Milos's order), he had to put a stop to it. His first day would not be marked by his senior NCO being allowed to so blatantly flout the Bandon's chain of command.
Besides, if the situation carried on like this, half the Bandon would be too exhausted to actually get anything out of the training, and at least a tenth of them would probably be considering mutiny by the end of the first day. He had to show the corporal who was in control here, and make sure that everyone else knew it too.
"You have no authority to give orders to or disrespect a commissioned officer, and I have not given you the authority to issue unwarranted disciplinary action. You will cease this behavior immediately. Do I make myself clear?" He said, giving the corporal a withering stare for good measure.
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