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	During wartime, a head general is appointed, the jaungormen, or warlord. This person is responsible for all activities related to the war, which can include the gathering of resources, construction of fortresses, allocation of troops, recommendation of alliances, and so on. While this is expected to be a Mountain Elf, it is possible that in a united war effort against a common enemy, a master tactician from another Clan could be appointed the jaungormen. As a matter of interest, there has never been more than one jaungormen at a time. Conceivably, if the Mountain was engaged in more than one war at once, a second jaungormen might exist. It is, however, unlikely that this will ever be put to the test, for the appointment of even a single jaungormen typically strikes absolute horror into leaders of nations not allied with the Queen. During what is now known commonly as the [[Resistance War]], or sometimes the Second [[Elven-Human War]], Lord [[Teiro]] was effectively a jaungormen, though he was not appointed such by the Queen.		During wartime, a head general is appointed, the jaungormen, or warlord. This person is responsible for all activities related to the war, which can include the gathering of resources, construction of fortresses, allocation of troops, recommendation of alliances, and so on. While this is expected to be a Mountain Elf, it is possible that in a united war effort against a common enemy, a master tactician from another Clan could be appointed the jaungormen. As a matter of interest, there has never been more than one jaungormen at a time. Conceivably, if the Mountain was engaged in more than one war at once, a second jaungormen might exist. It is, however, unlikely that this will ever be put to the test, for the appointment of even a single jaungormen typically strikes absolute horror into leaders of nations not allied with the Queen. During what is now known commonly as the [[Resistance War]], or sometimes the Second [[Elven-Human War]], Lord [[Teiro]] was effectively a jaungormen, though he was not appointed such by the Queen.
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	During wartime, a head general is appointed, the jaungormen, or warlord. This person is responsible for all activities related to the war, which can include the gathering of resources, construction of fortresses, allocation of troops, recommendation of alliances, and so on. While this is expected to be a Mountain Elf, it is possible that in a united war effort against a common enemy, a master tactician from another Clan could be appointed the jaungormen. As a matter of interest, there has never been more than one jaungormen at a time. Conceivably, if the Mountain was engaged in more than one war at once, a second jaungormen might exist. It is, however, unlikely that this will ever be put to the test, for the appointment of even a single jaungormen typically strikes absolute horror into leaders of nations not allied with the Queen. During what is now known commonly as the [[Resistance War]], or sometimes the Second [[Elven-Human War]], Lord [[Teiro]] was effectively a jaungormen, though he was not appointed such by the Queen.		During wartime, a head general is appointed, the jaungormen, or warlord. This person is responsible for all activities related to the war, which can include the gathering of resources, construction of fortresses, allocation of troops, recommendation of alliances, and so on. While this is expected to be a Mountain Elf, it is possible that in a united war effort against a common enemy, a master tactician from another Clan could be appointed the jaungormen. As a matter of interest, there has never been more than one jaungormen at a time. Conceivably, if the Mountain was engaged in more than one war at once, a second jaungormen might exist. It is, however, unlikely that this will ever be put to the test, for the appointment of even a single jaungormen typically strikes absolute horror into leaders of nations not allied with the Queen. During what is now known commonly as the [[Resistance War]], or sometimes the Second [[Elven-Human War]], Lord [[Teiro]] was effectively a jaungormen, though he was not appointed such by the Queen.

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	Five special posts exist for the defense of [[Elamiri]] and the rest of the Mountain territory. These are called the Northern Watch, Eastern Watch, Southern Watch, Western Watch, and Central Watch. A person in charge of one of these posts is given the rank of Captain; he typically assumes the authority of a commander, but he or she technically exists outside the command hierarchy. The second-in-command is given a title akin to Vice-Captain. The four exterior captains report to the Captain of the Central Watch, who also serves as the commander of the five watches as well as Captain of the Royal Guard, responsible for the security of the royal family and safety of Elamiri citizens. Presently, this position is filled by [[Herrick]] Iocaste, who reports directly to the [[Morganae\|Queen]].		Five special posts exist for the defense of [[Elamiri]] and the rest of the Mountain territory. These are called the Northern Watch, Eastern Watch, Southern Watch, Western Watch, and Central Watch. A person in charge of one of these posts is given the rank of Captain; he typically assumes the authority of a commander, but he or she technically exists outside the command hierarchy. The second-in-command is given a title akin to Vice-Captain. The four exterior captains report to the Captain of the Central Watch, who also serves as the commander of the five watches as well as Captain of the Royal Guard, responsible for the security of the royal family and safety of Elamiri citizens. Presently, this position is filled by [[Herrick]] Iocaste, who reports directly to the [[Morganae\|Queen]].

	During wartime, a head general is appointed, the ~~sansangorma. This has been mistakenly translated simply as warrior~~, ~~but it is more literally meant as the embodiment of war, and as such can be better translated as~~ warlord. This person is responsible for all activities related to the war, which can include the gathering of resources, construction of fortresses, allocation of troops, recommendation of alliances, and so on. While this is expected to be a Mountain Elf, it is possible that in a united war effort against a common enemy, a master tactician from another Clan could be appointed the ~~sansangorma~~. As a matter of interest, there has never been more than one ~~sansangorma~~ at a time. Conceivably, if the Mountain was engaged in more than one war at once, a second ~~sansangorma~~ might exist. It is, however, unlikely that this will ever be put to the test, for the appointment of even a single ~~sansangorma~~ typically strikes absolute horror into leaders of nations not allied with the Queen. During what is now known commonly as the [[Resistance War]], or sometimes the Second [[Elven-Human War]], Lord [[Teiro]] was effectively a ~~sansangorma~~, though he was not appointed such by the Queen.		During wartime, a head general is appointed, the jaungormen, or warlord. This person is responsible for all activities related to the war, which can include the gathering of resources, construction of fortresses, allocation of troops, recommendation of alliances, and so on. While this is expected to be a Mountain Elf, it is possible that in a united war effort against a common enemy, a master tactician from another Clan could be appointed the jaungormen. As a matter of interest, there has never been more than one jaungormen at a time. Conceivably, if the Mountain was engaged in more than one war at once, a second jaungormen might exist. It is, however, unlikely that this will ever be put to the test, for the appointment of even a single jaungormen typically strikes absolute horror into leaders of nations not allied with the Queen. During what is now known commonly as the [[Resistance War]], or sometimes the Second [[Elven-Human War]], Lord [[Teiro]] was effectively a jaungormen, though he was not appointed such by the Queen.

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	Five special posts exist for the defense of [[Elamiri]] and the rest of the Mountain territory. These are called the Northern Watch, Eastern Watch, Southern Watch, Western Watch, and Central Watch. A person in charge of one of these posts is given the rank of Captain; he typically assumes the authority of a commander, but he or she technically exists outside the command hierarchy. The second-in-command is given a title akin to Vice-Captain. The four exterior captains report to the Captain of the Central Watch, who also serves as the commander of the five watches as well as Captain of the Royal Guard, responsible for the security of the royal family and safety of Elamiri citizens. Presently, this position is filled by [[Herrick]] Iocaste, who reports directly to the [[Morganae\|Queen]].		Five special posts exist for the defense of [[Elamiri]] and the rest of the Mountain territory. These are called the Northern Watch, Eastern Watch, Southern Watch, Western Watch, and Central Watch. A person in charge of one of these posts is given the rank of Captain; he typically assumes the authority of a commander, but he or she technically exists outside the command hierarchy. The second-in-command is given a title akin to Vice-Captain. The four exterior captains report to the Captain of the Central Watch, who also serves as the commander of the five watches as well as Captain of the Royal Guard, responsible for the security of the royal family and safety of Elamiri citizens. Presently, this position is filled by [[Herrick]] Iocaste, who reports directly to the [[Morganae\|Queen]].

	During wartime, a head general is appointed, the sansangorma. This has been mistakenly translated simply as warrior, but it is more literally meant as the embodiment of war, and as such can be better translated as warlord. This person is responsible for all activities related to the war, which can include the gathering of resources, construction of fortresses, allocation of troops, recommendation of alliances, and so on. While this is expected to be a Mountain Elf, it is possible that in a united war effort against a common enemy, a master tactician from another Clan could be appointed the sansangorma. As a matter of interest, there has never been more than one sansangorma at a time. Conceivably, if the Mountain was engaged in more than one war at once, a second sansangorma might exist. It is, however, unlikely that this will ever be put to the test, for the appointment of even a single sansangorma typically strikes absolute horror into leaders of nations not allied with the Queen. During what is now known commonly as the Resistance War, or sometimes the Second [[Elven-Human War]], Lord [[Teiro]] was effectively a sansangorma, though he was not appointed such by the Queen.		During wartime, a head general is appointed, the sansangorma. This has been mistakenly translated simply as warrior, but it is more literally meant as the embodiment of war, and as such can be better translated as warlord. This person is responsible for all activities related to the war, which can include the gathering of resources, construction of fortresses, allocation of troops, recommendation of alliances, and so on. While this is expected to be a Mountain Elf, it is possible that in a united war effort against a common enemy, a master tactician from another Clan could be appointed the sansangorma. As a matter of interest, there has never been more than one sansangorma at a time. Conceivably, if the Mountain was engaged in more than one war at once, a second sansangorma might exist. It is, however, unlikely that this will ever be put to the test, for the appointment of even a single sansangorma typically strikes absolute horror into leaders of nations not allied with the Queen. During what is now known commonly as the [[Resistance War]], or sometimes the Second [[Elven-Human War]], Lord [[Teiro]] was effectively a sansangorma, though he was not appointed such by the Queen.

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==Army of the Mountain Elves==
===Author's Note===
There have existed through the millennia a number of great armies,
born from across Kermoria and in lands beyond. Conquerors have
ravaged countries one after another like a tsunami sweeping over a
coastline, washing away every trace of culture in its path. One
of the most memorable is the original Dragon Priest Empire, and
more recent thoughts cannot shake the terrors of the Gorbesh and
of the Outcasts. There is, however, one nation which has stood,
since its inception, untouched by such powerful foes, for even the
greatest warlords have always feared its eternal might. None dare
to approach its interior, and most do their best to avoid even its
fringes. This is the Mountain Clan.

Xelten Tyrsin
<br>Ranger of the Mountain
<br>398 AV

===Structure===
As with most militaries, the Elamirijen Imperial Army consists of
officers and of common soldiers. Without the meat of the army,
officers are all but useless. Ability to command or personal
martial prowess does little if there is nothing between you and
the massive hordes of encroaching enemy combatants. As such, even
the lowest ranked personnel are attributed a level of respect
among the People, for it is they who insure the peaceful lifestyle
of those residing in the heartland of Her Majesty's domain.

===Subordinate Ranks===
Initiate grunts are known simply as prio elen, which translates
commonly as first soldier. Those with particular combat skill are
eventually promoted to prio alten, or second soldier. On occasion, a warrior with exceptional combat skill will remain in the
infantry as a regular troop, and these are given the honored
title of prio henen, third soldier. A prio henen will most
often serve in a small contingent of others holding the same rank
for the purpose of special tasks. Other times, an individual will
hold this title temporarily for the purpose of gaining experience
in a unit before being promoted to a position of command.

The first position of command gained by a young soldier is sanyapra priojeni, which is loosely translated as leader of soldiers.
The number of soldiers commanded by a sanyapra priojeni varies from
as few as half a dozen to as many as fifty, depending on his or her
skill and experience as well as the needs of the army. During war
time, individuals holding this rank will tend to be the first in a
charge, which makes it very important that they have exceptional
awareness on the battlefield. In the event that they are cut off
from the orders of rear commanders, a sanyapra priojeni is trained
to restructure the unit and take a temporary role of ses priojeni.
By doing this, the squadron can continue to operate effectively as
a force attempting to accomplish whatever orders were last
received, rather than wander aimlessly in confusion. They are
marked in such a way as to be easily recognized by their
subordinates during the intensity of combat, but details of the
method are a Clan secret.

Commanding between three and ten sanyapran priojen is the ses
priojeni, or "voice of the soldier." These leaders must relay
commands between commanders at the rear of the line and those
leading charges, as well as make tactical decisions of their own
as to how the orders are best accomplished. They must be swift
and strong, for their deaths inhibit the efficiency of the army.

Fortunately, as mentioned before, the lower ranked personnel are
trained to continue operations without rear commanders. You may
cut off the arm wielding the sword, but that will not stop it from
cutting you. In one famous battle, a regiment was nearing defeat,
and most of the sesan priojeni were slain, leaving the subordinate
sanyapran priojen to fend for themselves in an effort to finish the
mission. Without coordination, their approaches all differed
dramatically to the point that when they coincidentally attacked
the enemy all at once, their foes were caught off guard and completely baffled by the independent tactics, resulting in a victory
for the Mountain forces. The lieutenant in charge was, however,
bifurcated for allowing the situation to deteriorate so far.

The final common rank is halipa priojeni, or soldier master. They
command as many sesan priojeni as is necessary, and they report directly to a lieutenant. Persons with this title are given a great
deal of respect among the People, for it is achieved only by those
with exceptional combat and command abilities. It is considered
among the greatest honors that a commoner of the Mountain Clan can
earn, for most soldiers cannot expect to be promoted above this
rank. As part of the uniform, they wear a special cape to signify
their position, with layers of embroidery added for each
successful campaign as well as each year served since their
promotion. An Elf who survives multiple wars and retires in old
age as a halipa priojeni will bear a cape with extremely elaborate
ornamentation.

===Officer Ranks===
In the army of the Mountain Clan, all officers are nobles, without
exception. Most of them are Lords and Ladies; that is to say,
their nobility is inherited, and as such they are able to receive
tactical and martial training beyond that of a regular citizen.
In very rare circumstances, a common soldier will display talents
beyond their station and be recommended by a senior officer for
promotion. In these cases, a member of the royal family may
choose to elevate them to nobility, making him or her what is
normally translated as Baron or Baroness. After this, they are
eligible to receive promotion to the officer ranks. As with all
stations among the Mountain Elves, failure is not tolerated.
Whether a Lord or a Baron, failing in tasks as an officer can,
in extreme cases, result in removal of both their rank and noble
status. This can, of course, be accompanied either before or
after by the execution of the individual.

Like soldiers, officers can perform a variety of duties, including
fighting on the lines or serving as scouts. In general, though,
the authority and hierarchy of officers requires less explanation
than that of soldiers. They begin with lieutenants who issue
orders to soldiers on the battlefield. These lieutenants report
to commanders, who in turn report to generals. Rather than
explain how that works, I will elaborate on a few of the special
ranks assigned to those who perform specific jobs.

Five special posts exist for the defense of Elamiri and the rest
of the Mountain territory. These are called the Northern Watch,
Eastern Watch, Southern Watch, Western Watch, and Central Watch.
A person in charge of one of these posts is given the rank of
Captain; he typically assumes the authority of a commander, but
he or she technically exists outside the command hierarchy. The
second-in-command is given a title akin to Vice-Captain. The
four exterior captains report to the Captain of the Central Watch,
who also serves as the commander of the five watches as well as
Captain of the Royal Guard, responsible for the security of the
royal family and safety of Elamiri citizens. Presently, this
position is filled by Herrick Iocaste, who reports directly to the
Queen.

During wartime, a head general is appointed, the sansangorma. This
has been mistakenly translated simply as warrior, but it is more
literally meant as the embodiment of war, and as such can be better translated as warlord. This person is responsible for all
activities related to the war, which can include the gathering of
resources, construction of fortresses, allocation of troops, recommendation of alliances, and so on. While this is expected to be
a Mountain Elf, it is possible that in a united war effort against
a common enemy, a master tactician from another Clan could be appointed the sansangorma. As a matter of interest, there has never
been more than one sansangorma at a time. Conceivably, if the
Mountain was engaged in more than one war at once, a second sansangorma might exist. It is, however, unlikely that this will
ever be put to the test, for the appointment of even a single sansangorma typically strikes absolute horror into leaders of nations
not allied with the Queen. During what is now known commonly as
the Resistance War, or sometimes the Second Elven-Human War, Lord
Teiro was effectively a sansangorma, though he was not appointed
such by the Queen.

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