The Argent Legion

The Argent Legion – The Mercenary Guild of Velantis

The Argent Legion is the largest and most prestigious mercenary organization in Velantis. Known for their unwavering loyalty to contracts, unmatched discipline, and sheer martial prowess, the Legion has shaped the course of history through war, diplomacy, and strategic interventions.

They are not simple sellswords—they are a professional army for hire, respected and feared in equal measure. From defending cities against monstrous sieges to crushing rebellions, the Argent Legion has no allegiance beyond the contract and the coin.

Despite their reputation as warriors without a cause, honor and discipline define the Legion. Once a contract is signed, it is absolute. Those who betray the Legion are never heard from again.

Guild Structure & Ranks

The Argent Legion operates as a military hierarchy, where rank determines leadership, contract priority, and battlefield command.

The Argent Council (Guild Leaders)

The Legion is led by a council of five legendary warlords, each overseeing a different aspect of the Legion’s operations:

  • General Garrik “Ironclad” Vorn (Human, War Strategist) – Supreme commander of all battle operations and large-scale campaigns.
  • Selka “The Red Viper” (Tiefling, Duelist-General) – Leader of the covert operations and elite strike forces.
  • Warchief Vrogg Bloodfang (Orc, Shock Trooper Commander) – Oversees frontline combat, skirmishers, and war beasts.
  • Tactician Zairon Vex (Vedalken, Logistical Mastermind) – Handles contracts, finances, and recruitment.
  • Sarya “Stormbow” El’drith (Elf, Ranger-Lord) – Commander of the Legion’s archers, scouts, and cavalry.

The Legion’s Hierarchy

  • Argent Commander (Rank 6) – The highest rank below the Council, commanders lead entire warbands or oversee strategic operations.
  • Silver Marshal (Rank 5) – Veteran officers responsible for managing mercenary divisions and securing high-profile contracts.
  • Steelblade (Rank 4) – Highly skilled warriors, often serving as bodyguards, elite enforcers, and monster hunters.
  • Iron Oath (Rank 3) – The Legion’s core force—trained warriors, archers, and specialists.
  • Bronze Recruit (Rank 2) – New initiates who have completed their first successful contract.
  • Legionnaire-Initiate (Rank 1) – Fresh recruits, proving their worth in battle and service.

Unlike common sellswords, promotion is based on merit, not favoritism. Each rank grants greater pay, privileges, and access to elite contracts.

Philosophy & Code

The Argent Code governs every member, ensuring discipline, loyalty, and professionalism:

  • “A contract is sacred.” A Legionnaire must honor every deal, no matter the circumstances.
  • “Loyalty to the Legion before all else.” The guild is a brotherhood, and betraying it means death.
  • “Coin may bind the blade, but skill wins the war.” Strength alone is not enough—tactics and discipline are key.
  • “Mercy is a luxury.” The Legion fights for profit, not sentiment. If a contract demands brutality, it will be done.
  • “No unnecessary bloodshed.” The Legion avoids civilian casualties and never engages in senseless slaughter.

While the Argent Legion has no political allegiances, they are not mindless killers. Many fear them, but others see them as the only force strong enough to maintain order in times of chaos.

Missions & Specialties

The Argent Legion undertakes:
✅ Full-Scale Warfare – Acting as an army-for-hire, waging battles for kingdoms, city-states, and guilds.
✅ Personal Protection – High-profile bodyguards for nobles, merchants, and rulers.
✅ Monster Hunting – Slaying beasts, undead, and magical threats.
✅ Bounty Hunting – Tracking fugitives, rogue mages, and criminals.
✅ Siege Warfare – Storming fortresses, defending strongholds, and breaking city walls.
✅ Escort & Caravan Guarding – Protecting trade routes, sea convoys, and treasure shipments.

Unlike smaller mercenary bands, the Legion can deploy entire armies, outfitted with siege engines, cavalry, and war machines.

Rivals & Conflicts

🔻 The Maskarrans (Thieves’ Guild) – The Argent Legion despises thieves and outlaws, enforcing strict punishments for crime.
🔻 The Deathstalkers (Assassin Guild) – The Legion rejects assassination contracts, believing them to be the work of cowards.
🔻 The Assembly (Mages’ Guild) – Many Legionnaires distrust mages, seeing them as manipulators of war and chaos.
🔻 Religious Orders – Some holy factions claim that the Legion is immoral, selling war to the highest bidder.

Despite these rivalries, almost every kingdom and noble has hired the Argent Legion at some point. Their power cannot be ignored.

Symbol & Calling Cards

  • Their official emblem is a silver sword over a crimson banner, symbolizing both honor and bloodshed.
  • Members wear an Argent Insignia, a small silver coin engraved with their rank.
  • Contracts are signed with the Mercenary’s Oath, sealing the deal in blood.
  • High-ranking members engrave victories and kills into their armor or weapons.

Recruitment & Membership

To join the Argent Legion, one must:

  1. Survive the Blood Trial – A brutal test of combat skill and endurance.
  2. Swear the Oath of Steel – Pledging loyalty to the contract and the Legion.
  3. Prove discipline and honor – Reckless killers and backstabbers are executed.
  4. Complete a contract under supervision, proving their worth on the battlefield.

Once initiated, a Legionnaire’s reputation follows them for life.