Constabular Ranks
I’ve added the Watch Constabulary’s (and OIP’s) special rank titles for the E- and lower O-grades to the Table of Ranks, for those interested in such things. See them here:
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Proportionality
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Trope-a-Day: Secret Police
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Service
I, [insert name], pledge surety in the light of the Flame that I will faithfully and well, to the utmost extent of my skill and power, preserve the Imperial peace and prevent all offences against life, liberty, and property; and that I shall do so without fear of or favor
Let's Break It Down
liquidator (sovereign): As a member of a satrap’s retinue, primarily in cases of annexation, it is the function of the sovereign liquidator to trim down the newly acquired governance to something approximating the Imperial standard. Since the majority of barbarian governances have arrogated to themselves a certain number of
Imperial Navy Rank Insignia
…are what I have been working on today, so here’s a quick table for those interested:
A Little Too Smart
The Esmérel secretary is a breed of long, low-set bandal with short legs and a deep chest, possessed of great speed, stamina, and grace, as well as a remarkable intelligence and ability to memorize and perform complex tasks without distraction. Secretaries nominally weigh around 30 pounds, and come in a
Excuse Me, Constable
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Not Cosmic, But Incomprehensible
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The Vigilant
The Watch Constabulary, on the whole, does not think of itself as a police force. But that’s not a problem, because no-one else thinks of them as one either. While their watchmen, constables, and inspectors are trained for situations in which the application of force may be necessary, these
Shoot Them Later
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