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|unit_name=Guards of the Veltrian Republic<br/>گارد جمهوریخواه ولترایر
|unit_name=Guards of the Apostolic Succession<br/>''Gardes de la Succession Apostolique''
|image=[[File:AGFlag.png|250px]]
|image=[[File:AGFlag.png|200px]]
|caption=Insignia of the Republican Guard
|caption=Insignia of the Apostolic Guard
|dates= 222 B.C.E. (claimed) - <br /> Present  
|dates= 222 B.C.E. (claimed) - <br /> Present  
|country= [[Veltria]]
|country= {{flag|Veltria}}
|allegiance= Veltrid Astąhvist Magesterium
|allegiance= [[Astąhvist Unity Party]]
|branch=
|branch=
|type=
|type=
|role=Regime security force, internal police, capital region defense <br> Prophet's guard (two battalions), ceremonial affairs (one battalion)
|role=Regime Security Force, Capital Region Defense, Prophet's Guard (two battalions), Ceremonial Affairs (one battalion)
|size=15 divisions (est)
|size=15 Divisions
|command_structure=
|command_structure=
|current_commander=  Gen. [[Alahi Al'Khazmir]]
|current_commander=  Gen. [[Alvas Kazmar]]
|garrison=
|garrison=
|ceremonial_chief=
|ceremonial_chief=
|colonel_of_the_regiment=
|colonel_of_the_regiment=
|nickname="Hand of the Hierarch"
|nickname="Les immortels"
|patron=
|patron=
|motto= ''Nefes alırken milleti savunacağız.'' (While we breathe, we shall defend)
|motto= ''Pendant que nous respirons, nous défendrons'' (While we breathe, we shall defend)
|colors= White, crimson, black
|colors= {{legend2|#FFCC00|border=1px solid #AAAAAA}}{{legend2|#FF0000|border=1px solid #AAAAAA}}
|march=
|march=
|mascot=
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|battles=Veltrid Rebellion<br>*Battle of Shalik<br>Safhadi Wars<br>*Sack of Kuzmankhar<br>Ezhiri Conquest<br>*Defense of Amlái<br>Unitist Revolution<br>*[[The Winter Purges]]<br>[[Wars of the Apostates]]
|battles= * [[Unitist Revolution]]
|notable_commanders=Ltn. Gen. Sulkam Edansku<br />Gen. Valkoran Milostoros<br />Gen. Perro Coskal
* [[The Winter Purges]]
|anniversaries=1 October - Anniversary of the Battle of Amlái
[[Veltrian Civil War]]
|notable_commanders=Gen. Suram Edansku<br />Gen. Goran Nilstoros<br />Gen. Perro Coskal
|anniversaries=1 October - Anniversary of the Battle of Amláis
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|identification_symbol=[[File:GVRUnitInsignia.png|70px]]
|identification_symbol_label=GVR Vehicle Insignia
|identification_symbol_label=GSA Vehicle Insignia
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The '''Republican Guard''' - officially the '''Guards of the Veltrian Republic''' ([[Wikipedia:Persian language|Ancient Imrinaic]]: ''گارد جمهوریخواه ولترایر'', abbreviated '''GVR''') - is the oldest existing branch of the [[Veltria|Veltrian]] Armed Forces, tracing an allegedly “unbroken” lineage back to the personal soldiers of Hierarch [[Aliman the Great]] during the formation of the Veltrid Kritarchy in 317 B.C.E. (known in the 4th century as the “Immortal Guard”). Charged with the protection of Veltria's Astąhvist political system, as well as its institutions and leadership, the Republican Guard functions distinctly from the rest of the national armed forces - which primarily defend Veltria's borders and overseas territories. The oath of the Guard calls inductees to swear undying fealty to the sacred Magisterium and its High Prophet - promising to lay down all other loyalties, and life if need be, should their protection demand it. Recruiting troops from only the most devout among Veltrian society, the Guard operates as the Magisterium's most trusted internal security force – safeguarding the integrity of Veltria's theocratic system from external and internal threats, and overseeing the security of the [[Prophets in Astąhvism|Hierarch]] himself.  
The '''Apostolic Guard''' - officially the '''Guards of the Apostolic Succession''' ([[Wikipedia:French language|Veltrian]]: ''Gardes de la Succession Apostolique'', abbreviated '''GSA''') - is the oldest existing branch of the [[Veltria|Veltrian]] Armed Forces, tracing an allegedly “unbroken” lineage back to the personal soldiers of Prophet [[Alvarin the Great]] during the formation of the Veltrid Kritarchy in 317 B.C.E. (known in the 4th century as the “Immortal Guard”). Charged with the protection of Veltria's [[Wikipedia:Theonomy|Astąhvist political system]], as well as its institutions and leadership, the Apostolic Guard functions distinctly from the rest of the national armed forces - which primarily defend Veltria's borders and overseas territories. The oath of the Guard calls inductees to swear undying fealty to the sacred Magisterium and its High Prophet - promising to lay down all other loyalties, and life if need be, should their protection demand it. Recruiting troops from only the most devout among Veltrian society, the Guard operates as the Magisterium's most trusted internal security force – safeguarding the integrity of Veltria's theocratic system from external and internal threats, and overseeing the security of the [[Prophets in Astąhvism|Prophet]] himself.  


[[File:SpecialRepublicanGuard.jpg|thumb|left|250px|The Republican Guard maintains standing forces in each of Veltria's Vilayets, as well as its overseas holdings.]]The Republican Guard's field strength is roughly estimated around 187,000 troops - spread across 15 division-strength units, various independent brigades, and an undisclosed number of specialized units. Undergoing rigorous physical and psychological training, troops of the Guard have gained an internationally recognized reputation as some of the most ruthlessly efficient and zealous warfighters of Veltria's elite forces. Operating as a combined arms force - the GVR boasts not only a sizable ground contingent, but also a small naval battlegroup, air force, logistics branch, and a special forces command. In wartime, the militarized wing of the [[Citizens Vigilant of the Veltrian Republic|Citizens Vigilant]], composed of 158,000 volunteer militiamen, can be mobilized by Prophetic decree and placed under the command of the Guard. While at peace however, the militant component of the [[Citizens Vigilant of the Veltrian Republic|Citizens Vigilant]] (in addition to its civilian membership) remain at the disposal of the [[Institute for the Advancement of the Sacred Vision|IVB]].
[[File:SpecialRepublicanGuard.jpg|thumb|left|250px|The Apostolic Guard maintains standing forces in each of Veltria's Provinces, as well as its overseas holdings.]]The Apostolic Guard's field strength is roughly estimated around 187,000 troops - spread across 15 divisions, various independent brigades, and an undisclosed number of specialized units. Undergoing rigorous physical and psychological training, troops of the Guard have gained an internationally recognized reputation as some of the most ruthlessly efficient and zealous warfighters of Veltria's elite forces. Operating as a combined arms force - the GSA boasts not only its sizable ground contingent, but also a small naval battlegroup, air force, [[Wikipedia:Military logistics|logistics]] branch, and [[Wikipedia:Special forces|special forces]] command. In wartime, the militarized wing of the [[Citizens Vigilant of the Sanctified Republic|Citizens Vigilant]], composed of 158,000 volunteer militiamen, can be mobilized by [[Consul of the Veltrian Republic|consular]] authorization and placed under the command of the Guard. While at peace however, the militant component of the [[Citizens Vigilant of the Veltrian Republic|Citizens Vigilant]] (in addition to its civilian membership) remain at the disposal of the [[State Inspections Agency]].


[[File:ProphetsGuard.jpg|thumb|left|250px|Senior commanders of the Guard pictured with Hierarch Khousri V (right) in the Palace of the Prophets.]]
[[File:ProphetsGuard.jpg|thumb|left|250px|General [[Alvas Kazmar]] was appointed GSA Commander by [[Consul of the Sanctified Republic|Consul]] [[Valik Sindaris]] in 2018.]]
Driven by its origin as the personal army of the Hierarch, the Guard has grown in size and evolved in ideology to assert a powerful presence in Veltrian media, politics, and society. Generally, the GVR's main role is to secure the longevity and stability of Veltria's Astąhvist institutions - existing as a potent armed counterbalance to the comparatively more secular military. While represented on the [[Joint Security Committee]] by its acting Commander, the GVR is not bound to the Committee's decisions in the event the Hierarch (or the [[Collegium of Sages|Praesidji]] of the Collegium during Kapal'shrir) invokes "Prophetic Privilege". Elements of the Guard are geared specifically towards carrying out asymmetric warfare operations against threats posed to Veltria's political system (most commonly - forms of criminality, smuggling of arms, human trafficking along the Veltrian-Hashabian border, etc.), while other units are tasked with protecting high-ranking personnel within the national government and Magisterium. The [[Immortal Guard]], the Hierarch's personal bodyguard force, composes part of the [[Zhāyēdān Division]] (also known as the Special Republican Guard) - a unit of roughly 15,000 GVR troops that oversees the security of the Amlaí National Capital Region.
Driven by its origin as the personal army of the Veltrid Prophets, the Guard has grown in size and evolved in ideology to assert a powerful presence in Veltrian media, politics, and society. Generally, the GSA's main role is to secure the longevity and stability of Veltria's Astąhvist institutions - existing as a potent armed counterbalance to the comparatively more secular military. While represented on the [[Joint Security Committee]] by its acting Commander, the Guard is not bound to the Committee's decisions in the event the Prophet (or [[Apostolic Assembly]] during [[Daršāi Vulaikir]]) invokes [[Prophetic Privilege]]. Elements of the Guard are geared specifically towards carrying out asymmetric warfare operations against threats posed to Veltria's political system (most commonly - forms of criminality, smuggling of arms, human trafficking along the Veltrian-Kythiran border, etc.), while other units are tasked with protecting high-ranking personnel within the national government and Magisterium. The [[Old Guard]], the Consul's household security force, composes part of the [[Division Immortelle]] (also known as the Special Apostolic Guard) - a unit of roughly 15,000 GSA troops that oversees the security of the [[Amlaís National Capital Region]].

Latest revision as of 19:50, 12 March 2024

Guards of the Apostolic Succession
Gardes de la Succession Apostolique
AGFlag.png
Insignia of the Apostolic Guard
Active222 B.C.E. (claimed) -
Present
Country Veltria
AllegianceAstąhvist Unity Party
RoleRegime Security Force, Capital Region Defense, Prophet's Guard (two battalions), Ceremonial Affairs (one battalion)
Size15 Divisions
Nickname(s)"Les immortels"
Motto(s)Pendant que nous respirons, nous défendrons (While we breathe, we shall defend)
Colors    
Anniversaries1 October - Anniversary of the Battle of Amláis
Engagements
Commanders
Current
commander
Gen. Alvas Kazmar
Notable
commanders
Gen. Suram Edansku
Gen. Goran Nilstoros
Gen. Perro Coskal
Insignia
GSA Vehicle InsigniaGVRUnitInsignia.png

The Apostolic Guard - officially the Guards of the Apostolic Succession (Veltrian: Gardes de la Succession Apostolique, abbreviated GSA) - is the oldest existing branch of the Veltrian Armed Forces, tracing an allegedly “unbroken” lineage back to the personal soldiers of Prophet Alvarin the Great during the formation of the Veltrid Kritarchy in 317 B.C.E. (known in the 4th century as the “Immortal Guard”). Charged with the protection of Veltria's Astąhvist political system, as well as its institutions and leadership, the Apostolic Guard functions distinctly from the rest of the national armed forces - which primarily defend Veltria's borders and overseas territories. The oath of the Guard calls inductees to swear undying fealty to the sacred Magisterium and its High Prophet - promising to lay down all other loyalties, and life if need be, should their protection demand it. Recruiting troops from only the most devout among Veltrian society, the Guard operates as the Magisterium's most trusted internal security force – safeguarding the integrity of Veltria's theocratic system from external and internal threats, and overseeing the security of the Prophet himself.

The Apostolic Guard maintains standing forces in each of Veltria's Provinces, as well as its overseas holdings.

The Apostolic Guard's field strength is roughly estimated around 187,000 troops - spread across 15 divisions, various independent brigades, and an undisclosed number of specialized units. Undergoing rigorous physical and psychological training, troops of the Guard have gained an internationally recognized reputation as some of the most ruthlessly efficient and zealous warfighters of Veltria's elite forces. Operating as a combined arms force - the GSA boasts not only its sizable ground contingent, but also a small naval battlegroup, air force, logistics branch, and special forces command. In wartime, the militarized wing of the Citizens Vigilant, composed of 158,000 volunteer militiamen, can be mobilized by consular authorization and placed under the command of the Guard. While at peace however, the militant component of the Citizens Vigilant (in addition to its civilian membership) remain at the disposal of the State Inspections Agency.

General Alvas Kazmar was appointed GSA Commander by Consul Valik Sindaris in 2018.

Driven by its origin as the personal army of the Veltrid Prophets, the Guard has grown in size and evolved in ideology to assert a powerful presence in Veltrian media, politics, and society. Generally, the GSA's main role is to secure the longevity and stability of Veltria's Astąhvist institutions - existing as a potent armed counterbalance to the comparatively more secular military. While represented on the Joint Security Committee by its acting Commander, the Guard is not bound to the Committee's decisions in the event the Prophet (or Apostolic Assembly during Daršāi Vulaikir) invokes Prophetic Privilege. Elements of the Guard are geared specifically towards carrying out asymmetric warfare operations against threats posed to Veltria's political system (most commonly - forms of criminality, smuggling of arms, human trafficking along the Veltrian-Kythiran border, etc.), while other units are tasked with protecting high-ranking personnel within the national government and Magisterium. The Old Guard, the Consul's household security force, composes part of the Division Immortelle (also known as the Special Apostolic Guard) - a unit of roughly 15,000 GSA troops that oversees the security of the Amlaís National Capital Region.