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The Praetorian Guard is an allied unit of [[House Dregoth]] based on the historical Roman Praetorian Guard around 36 AD to 45 AD.  The Praetorians fight with House Dregoth on the field and camp with House Dregoth, but the members do not have to be members of House Dregoth.  Praetorians are easy to spot by their Roman garb, armor and shields.
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The Praetorian Guard is an allied unit of [[House Dregoth]] based on the historical Roman Praetorian Guard around 35 AD.  The Praetorians fight and camp with, but do not have to be members of House Dregoth.  Praetorians are easy to spot by their Roman garb, armor and shields.
 
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Historically these Praetorians were involved in the elimination of Caligula since he became unstable. https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Caligula
 
Historically these Praetorians were involved in the elimination of Caligula since he became unstable. https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Caligula
 
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The next Emperor Claudius was the first Emperor proclaimed on the initiative of the Praetorian Guard instead of the Senate. For the Praetorian Guard times were good under him since he kept them loyal with money and power.  For our setting [[Caesar Murdock]] replaces Cladius https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Claudius
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The next Emperor Claudius was the first Emperor proclaimed on the initiative of the Praetorian Guard instead of the Senate. For the Praetorian Guard times were good under him since he kept them loyal with money and power.  For our setting [[Caesar Murdock]] replaces Claudius https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Claudius
 
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Members:
 
Members:
 
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Unit Leader Praetor [[Kronos]] Captain of House Dregoth<br>
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Caesar Murdock [[Caesar Murdock]] Lord of House Dregoth [[Sir Murdock the Madd]]<br>
Tribune [[Fowler]] Sergeant of House Dregoth<br>
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Unit Leader Tribune (Tribunus Laticlavius) [[Fowler]] Sergeant of House Dregoth<br>
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Optio [[Zerelius]] Guardsman of House Dregoth<br>
 
Signifier [[Uriel]] Guardsman of House Dregoth<br>
 
Signifier [[Uriel]] Guardsman of House Dregoth<br>
Praetorian [[Zerilious]] Guardsman of House Dregoth<br>
 
Praetorian [[Alcock]] Guardsman of House Dregoth<br>
 
 
Praetorian [[Cyclops]] Guardsman of House Dregoth<br>
 
Praetorian [[Cyclops]] Guardsman of House Dregoth<br>
Praetorian [[Foxhound]] Guardsman of House Dregoth<br>
 
 
Praetorian [[Malachi]] Guardsman of House Dregoth<br>
 
Praetorian [[Malachi]] Guardsman of House Dregoth<br>
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Praetorian [[Foxhound]] Guardsman of House Dregoth<br>
 
Praetorian [[Celes]] Guardsman of House Dregoth<br>
 
Praetorian [[Celes]] Guardsman of House Dregoth<br>
 
Speculator Mave Guardsman of House Dregoth<br>
 
Speculator Mave Guardsman of House Dregoth<br>
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Praetorian Stormbringer Guardsman of House Dregoth<br>
 
Praetorian Stormbringer Guardsman of House Dregoth<br>
 
Praetorian Thumelicus Guardsman of House Dregoth<br>
 
Praetorian Thumelicus Guardsman of House Dregoth<br>
Praetorian [[Mynnix]] <br>
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Praetorian [[Mynnix]] Guardsman of House Dregoth<br>
 
Praetorian [[Solaris Cyprus]] Guardsman of House Dregoth<br>
 
Praetorian [[Solaris Cyprus]] Guardsman of House Dregoth<br>
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Praetorian Fynn Guardsman of House Dregoth<br>
  
legionnaire Fynn Guardsman of House Dregoth<br>
 
  
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Probatus Caius<br>
Benefits of becoming a Praetorian:
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Auxilia    Magdrin Silverstone<br>
1) Joining a historical based unit filled with great people<br>
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2) In camp pavilion<br>
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Retired: Unit Leader Prefect (Praefectus Praetorio) [[Kronos]] Captain of House Dregoth<br>
3) Large fire pit with plenty of firewood<br>
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4) Historically accurate Praetorian standard, Eagle standard and Praetorian banner.<br>
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5) Camp with House Dregoth benefits - well lit camp with the biggest firepit and endless firewood.<br>
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To join our group you must:
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To join our group as a Praetorian you must:
 
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1) be sponsored by an existing Praetorian, becoming Auxilia, for a period of Spring Wars to Oktoberfest or Oktoberfest to Spring Wars.<br>
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1) Conduct yourself with honor and duty - help setup Praetorian camp, take your hits, do not cheat, take care of your trash, contribute to the sport when possible, follow rules and be responsible.  Your actions reflect on everyone in the unit.<br>
2) spar all active Praetorians. This is the way in which we get to know you.<br>
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2) be sponsored by an existing Praetorian, becoming Probatus, for a period of Spring Wars to Oktoberfest or Oktoberfest to Spring Wars.<br>
3) be Roman all the time ie wear the clothes of a Roman. Don't sometimes be something else - a goblin for example.  We are opting for playability over accuracy as far as Roman garb goes, for example people are not required to wear caligae, tunics with no pants, or Roman short pants. Just the Romanesque tunic and belt is enough for our purposes. We are history through the filter of a modern (relativly low cost) combat sport.  Weapon restrictions are currently relaxed during practices and normal skirmish battles. So if someone wants to use a flail once in a while during a free for all, that is not a problem, but they must use the correct Roman equipment during all Unit battles.<br>
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3) spar all active Praetorians. This is the way in which we get to know you.<br>
4) Not be a member of any other unit/house (ie a group which would fight during unit battles), with the exception of House Dregoth.<br>
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4) be Roman all the time ie wear the clothes of a Roman. Don't sometimes be something else - a goblin for example.  We are opting for playability over accuracy as far as Roman garb goes, for example people are not required to wear caligae, tunics with no pants, or Roman short pants. Just the Romanesque tunic and belt is enough for our purposes. We are history through the filter of a modern (relativly low cost) combat sport.<br>
5) on the battlefield team up with Praetorians all the time - not just during unit battles<br>
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5) not be a member of any other unit/house (ie a group which would fight during unit battles), with the exception of House Dregoth.<br>
6) Follow the battlefield commands of Praetorian officers.<br>
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6) on the battlefield team up with Praetorians all the time - not just during unit battles<br>
7) get voted in by the Praetorians at Spring Wars or Oktoberfest gathering of Praetorians.<br>
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7) follow the battlefield commands of Praetorian officers.<br>
8) be able to attain the minimum equipment of a Praetorian upon acceptance before the next Spring Wars or Oktoberfest
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8) have the minimum equipment of a Praetorian, <br>
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9) upon admittance purchase the Praetorian belt.<br>
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10) get voted in by a Praetorian gathering at Spring Wars or Oktoberfest.<br>
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<B>Minimum equipment would be as follows:</B><BR>
 
<B>Minimum equipment would be as follows:</B><BR>
<span style="padding-left:68px;"> </span> Roman Weapon (Sword, Spear or Bow, plus optional Javelin)<BR>
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<span style="padding-left:68px;"> </span> Roman Weapon (Sword, Spear or Bow)<BR>
<span style="padding-left:68px;"> </span>  Shield if used(Oval preferred, but round and rectangular shields are ok) Shield should have some form of the scorpion symbol.<BR>
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<span style="padding-left:68px;"> </span>  Shield if used (Oval, round or rectangular shield)<BR>
<span style="padding-left:68px;"> </span>  Green Roman field tunic (We should encourage using the green tunics for battle to keep unit cohesion and the other color tunics for feast, etc.)<BR>
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<span style="padding-left:68px;"> </span>  Green Roman field tunic (for battle unit cohesion)<BR>
<span style="padding-left:68px;"> </span>  Belt (Supplied when you become a full member and should be worn at all times during events and practices)
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<B>Additional equipment, highly preferred black and leather for unit cohesion, to get over time:</B><BR>
 
<B>Additional equipment, highly preferred black and leather for unit cohesion, to get over time:</B><BR>
 
<span style="padding-left:68px;"> </span>  Breastplate - Muscle Cuirass (preferred), Lorica Segementa or Logica Hamata <BR>
 
<span style="padding-left:68px;"> </span>  Breastplate - Muscle Cuirass (preferred), Lorica Segementa or Logica Hamata <BR>
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<span style="padding-left:68px;"> </span>  Oval Praetorian Shield with the standard design - we get these in bulk and you buy them from us usually <BR>
 
<span style="padding-left:68px;"> </span>  Greaves<BR>
 
<span style="padding-left:68px;"> </span>  Greaves<BR>
 
<span style="padding-left:68px;"> </span>  Bracers<BR>
 
<span style="padding-left:68px;"> </span>  Bracers<BR>
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What is expected of Praetorians:
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To join our group as a Speculator ie a noncombatant you must:
 
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1) Continue doing what you did to join the group - 3, 4, 5, 7 of the above<br>
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1) Conduct yourself with honor and duty - help setup Praetorian camp, take care of your trash, contribute to the sport when possible, follow rules and be responsible.  Your actions reflect on everyone in the unit.<br>
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be sponsored by an existing Praetorian or Speculator, becoming a Probatus, for a period of Spring Wars to Oktoberfest or Oktoberfest to Spring Wars.<br>
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2) assist with Praetorian hosted meals or events.<br>
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3) be Roman all the time ie wear the clothes of a Roman. Don't sometimes be something else - a goblin for example.  We are opting for playability over accuracy as far as Roman garb goes, for example people are not required to wear caligae, tunics with no pants, or Roman short pants. Just the Romanesque tunic and belt is enough for our purposes. We are history through the filter of a modern (relativly low cost) combat sport.<br>
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4) not be a member of any other unit/house (ie a group which would fight during unit battles), with the exception of House Dregoth.<br>
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5) get voted in by a gathering at Spring Wars or Oktoberfest.<br>
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6) upon admittance purchase the Speculator belt.<br>
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<b>Rules:</b><br>
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1) Probatus cannot wear the Praetorian scorpion.<br>
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2) There are no dues.  Donations are requested to make specific purchases for the unit.  Fund raising through unit activities adds to the unit treasury.<br>
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3) Spending donations requires a majority vote if the purchase it isn't specifically what the donation was for.<br>
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4) Praetorians and Speculators who are not members of House Dregoth cannot become an officer of the Praetorians.<br>
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5) Praetorians and Speculators are expected to continue to do what they did to become a member.<br>
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6) The Praetorian symbol or scorpion is not to be duplicated without a Tribune or higher review.  The symbol needs to accurate and well done.<br>
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<b>Resources:</b>
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Tunic pattern: https://www.larp.com/legioxx/tunic.html<br>
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Cloak pattern: https://www.larp.com/legioxx/cloak.html<br>
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Lorica Segmentata pattern: https://www.larp.com/legioxx/lorica.html<br>
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Trousers (Braccae) pattern: https://www.larp.com/legioxx/coldcloth.html<br>
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Lady Armstrongs tunic tutorial:  https://docs.google.com/presentation/d/1DlSTLTwZqUvmXXSFhd3BPlizZskLGGYHxBLIwb52lcQ/edit?usp=drivesdk<br>
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Belegarth starter kit: https://drive.google.com/drive/folders/0B9eHc9ztRtOafmF0SDNrVk1hd2NaWHpHM1VjNzV4YUh4NkhPWEJFWmF1MzRydURQVWtha0U<br>
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Doctoral Thesis about the Praetorian guard during our period: https://research-repository.uwa.edu.au/en/publications/the-role-played-by-the-praetorian-guard-in-the-events-of-ad-69-as
  
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[[File:Murdock.jpg|600px|thumb|center|Praetornian Guard with Caesar Murdock]]
 
[[File:Murdock.jpg|600px|thumb|center|Praetornian Guard with Caesar Murdock]]

Latest revision as of 14:07, 13 June 2023

Praetorian Guard Oktoberfest 2016


The Praetorian Guard is an allied unit of House Dregoth based on the historical Roman Praetorian Guard around 35 AD. The Praetorians fight and camp with, but do not have to be members of House Dregoth. Praetorians are easy to spot by their Roman garb, armor and shields.

Historically these Praetorians were involved in the elimination of Caligula since he became unstable. https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Caligula

The next Emperor Claudius was the first Emperor proclaimed on the initiative of the Praetorian Guard instead of the Senate. For the Praetorian Guard times were good under him since he kept them loyal with money and power. For our setting Caesar Murdock replaces Claudius https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Claudius

Members:
Caesar Murdock Caesar Murdock Lord of House Dregoth Sir Murdock the Madd
Unit Leader Tribune (Tribunus Laticlavius) Fowler Sergeant of House Dregoth
Optio Zerelius Guardsman of House Dregoth
Signifier Uriel Guardsman of House Dregoth
Praetorian Cyclops Guardsman of House Dregoth
Praetorian Malachi Guardsman of House Dregoth
Praetorian Foxhound Guardsman of House Dregoth
Praetorian Celes Guardsman of House Dregoth
Speculator Mave Guardsman of House Dregoth
Speculator Stargazer
Praetorian Bolt
Praetorian Kodiak Guardsman of House Dregoth
Praetorian Stormbringer Guardsman of House Dregoth
Praetorian Thumelicus Guardsman of House Dregoth
Praetorian Mynnix Guardsman of House Dregoth
Praetorian Solaris Cyprus Guardsman of House Dregoth
Praetorian Fynn Guardsman of House Dregoth


Probatus Caius

Auxilia Magdrin Silverstone

Retired: Unit Leader Prefect (Praefectus Praetorio) Kronos Captain of House Dregoth



To join our group as a Praetorian you must:
1) Conduct yourself with honor and duty - help setup Praetorian camp, take your hits, do not cheat, take care of your trash, contribute to the sport when possible, follow rules and be responsible. Your actions reflect on everyone in the unit.
2) be sponsored by an existing Praetorian, becoming Probatus, for a period of Spring Wars to Oktoberfest or Oktoberfest to Spring Wars.
3) spar all active Praetorians. This is the way in which we get to know you.
4) be Roman all the time ie wear the clothes of a Roman. Don't sometimes be something else - a goblin for example. We are opting for playability over accuracy as far as Roman garb goes, for example people are not required to wear caligae, tunics with no pants, or Roman short pants. Just the Romanesque tunic and belt is enough for our purposes. We are history through the filter of a modern (relativly low cost) combat sport.
5) not be a member of any other unit/house (ie a group which would fight during unit battles), with the exception of House Dregoth.
6) on the battlefield team up with Praetorians all the time - not just during unit battles
7) follow the battlefield commands of Praetorian officers.
8) have the minimum equipment of a Praetorian,
9) upon admittance purchase the Praetorian belt.
10) get voted in by a Praetorian gathering at Spring Wars or Oktoberfest.


Minimum equipment would be as follows:
Roman Weapon (Sword, Spear or Bow)
Shield if used (Oval, round or rectangular shield)
Green Roman field tunic (for battle unit cohesion)


Additional equipment, highly preferred black and leather for unit cohesion, to get over time:
Breastplate - Muscle Cuirass (preferred), Lorica Segementa or Logica Hamata
Oval Praetorian Shield with the standard design - we get these in bulk and you buy them from us usually
Greaves
Bracers
Helmet
Armored Skirt
Subarmalis


To join our group as a Speculator ie a noncombatant you must:
1) Conduct yourself with honor and duty - help setup Praetorian camp, take care of your trash, contribute to the sport when possible, follow rules and be responsible. Your actions reflect on everyone in the unit.
be sponsored by an existing Praetorian or Speculator, becoming a Probatus, for a period of Spring Wars to Oktoberfest or Oktoberfest to Spring Wars.
2) assist with Praetorian hosted meals or events.
3) be Roman all the time ie wear the clothes of a Roman. Don't sometimes be something else - a goblin for example. We are opting for playability over accuracy as far as Roman garb goes, for example people are not required to wear caligae, tunics with no pants, or Roman short pants. Just the Romanesque tunic and belt is enough for our purposes. We are history through the filter of a modern (relativly low cost) combat sport.
4) not be a member of any other unit/house (ie a group which would fight during unit battles), with the exception of House Dregoth.
5) get voted in by a gathering at Spring Wars or Oktoberfest.
6) upon admittance purchase the Speculator belt.



Rules:
1) Probatus cannot wear the Praetorian scorpion.
2) There are no dues. Donations are requested to make specific purchases for the unit. Fund raising through unit activities adds to the unit treasury.
3) Spending donations requires a majority vote if the purchase it isn't specifically what the donation was for.
4) Praetorians and Speculators who are not members of House Dregoth cannot become an officer of the Praetorians.
5) Praetorians and Speculators are expected to continue to do what they did to become a member.
6) The Praetorian symbol or scorpion is not to be duplicated without a Tribune or higher review. The symbol needs to accurate and well done.



Resources:

Tunic pattern: https://www.larp.com/legioxx/tunic.html
Cloak pattern: https://www.larp.com/legioxx/cloak.html
Lorica Segmentata pattern: https://www.larp.com/legioxx/lorica.html
Trousers (Braccae) pattern: https://www.larp.com/legioxx/coldcloth.html
Lady Armstrongs tunic tutorial: https://docs.google.com/presentation/d/1DlSTLTwZqUvmXXSFhd3BPlizZskLGGYHxBLIwb52lcQ/edit?usp=drivesdk
Belegarth starter kit: https://drive.google.com/drive/folders/0B9eHc9ztRtOafmF0SDNrVk1hd2NaWHpHM1VjNzV4YUh4NkhPWEJFWmF1MzRydURQVWtha0U
Doctoral Thesis about the Praetorian guard during our period: https://research-repository.uwa.edu.au/en/publications/the-role-played-by-the-praetorian-guard-in-the-events-of-ad-69-as



Praetornian Guard with Caesar Murdock
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