The Speratoi

The Speratoi are a group of high armoured, spear wielding infantry; seeking glory on the battlefield.

History
The Speratoi come from the area around the southern-central lake and live in a town with a strict stratocracy. Their home used to be ruled by a king but with the down of the year Zero the military took over and ever since they have been the ruling party in the town. To finance themselves and to keep their troops experienced the kings and later the military had decided to offer its men to fight in wars of foreign powers, such as the Tard civil war, in exchange for coin.

Organization
The Speratoi are led by a council of generals who make decisions off the battlefield. Before the battle these generals elect one of them to take overall command of the Company to ensure a smooth hierarchy and authority. This general however is expected to take part in the battle himself surrounded with his personal guard of royal Speratoi (Royal Spartans). The other units in the company are the Heroes of Speratoi (Heroes of Sparta) who are experienced soldiers who took part in overthrowing the king. All three units are heavily armoured and fight with a short spear and round shield, often used in an offensive way. The company is known to be nearly unbreakable and are highly valued for their defensive capabilities.

List of Activities
The Tard Civil war.