Sun Shields

A religious order dedicated to Tor-Elan. Mostly present in the Sea of Grass region, among followers of the Church of the Seasons.

Militant Protectors

The Sun Shields are a militant order. Priests and acolytes of the order are expected to be trained in weapons and armor, preferring heavier armor and martial weapons, specifically the sword (or hammer) and shield. In the communities of the faithful, they serve as militia commanders and trainers. Generally, there is a strong expectation that the faithful in those villages will turn out for militia drill once every week, training in marching, formation fighting, and general physical fitness.

Not all Sun Shields are priests, although all are dedicated. The Sun Shields maintain secular (but closely-tied) smithies and transport networks.

Organization

The Sun Shields are commanded by a High Priest, who takes the name "the Fist of the Sun". He is also the commanding officer for the military of the Holy Kaelthian Republic. Other ranks use military names: General, Commander, Knight-Commander, and Lieutenant, with Sergeant, Quartermaster and Private being the "enlisted" (ie lay) ranks.