Royal Orun Army

Holy Aegenic Army
Active	1610 - Present
Country	Aegion
Allegiance	Emperor of Aegion
Type	Army
Role	National Defense
Size	Active: 800,000 Reserve: 1,200,000
Part of	Holy Aegenic Army#Command Structure
Patron	Saint Agathias
Motto(s)	By The Grace of God, We Defend These Lands
Mascot(s)	Eastern Imperial Eagle
Equipment	Holy Aegenic Army#Equipment
Commanders
Emperor of Aegion	Romulus X
Lord High General	Ioulos Agrios
Inspector General	Ahenobarbus Belator
Chief of Staff	Indirius Svaldan

The Holy Aegenic Army is the main ground force of the Holy Empire. The organisation was first established in 1610 after the collapse of the Terathic Order.. It is among the largest militaries in Pardes due to the large pool of manpower in Aegion. The military is under direct command of the Emperor of Aegion and the Lord High General.

History

The turbulent military history of the pre-unification Aegenic Empire resulted in the existence of many smaller armed forces that were all centralized under the Holy Ordainment of 1610 by Aristophanes III. The Ordainment founded what many historians consider to be the current Holy Aegenic Army. The various crusader orders and noble led armies were arrayed in seven districts, each based around one of the Seven Great Fortresses and placed under command of seven appointed High Generals. It was under this system that successive emperors conquered the four great kingdoms of the north by 1832. This eventually expanded the number of districts to twelve.

Military reforms were relegated to strictly tactical, rather than strategic.

Ranking

Army	Artillery	Cataphracts	Pay Rank
Ranks
Enlisted
Skoutatoi	Skoutatoi Pyrovolikó	Skoutatoi Cataphractos	R1
NCO's
Ourghos	Ourghos Pyrovolikó	Ourghos Cataphractos	R2
Pentrarch	Pentrarch Pyrovolikó	Pentrarch Cataphractos	R3
Decarch	Dearch Pyrovolikó	Dearch Cataphractos	R4
Officers
Pentecontarch	Pentecontarch Pyrovolikó	Pentecontarch Cataphractos	R5
General Staff

Organization and Structure

Main article: Organization and Structure of the Aegenic Military

The Holy Army comprises ten corps sized army groups which are divided among seven military districts, or themes. Each theme is overseen by a High General. Each of these officers are appointed by the Lord High General and the Chief of Staff and have full command over their themes. These officers are locally known as the Seven Great Generals. These generals are responsible for serving on the Council of Generals, which oversees all military operations in the nation.

Each military themata has a central command base, which is usually located near a major city, and two secondary command centers. Command structures for all formations within a themata are based within these cities with the exception of independent brigades, which either have mobile command structures or are based within other smaller facilities within the themata. Independent brigades are nominally under the command of a High General but have the ability within the organization to operate independent of the larger Armies. These are usually used to rapidly reinforce a weakening front or utilized to further strengthen an assault on enemy positions. A lesser mission of these Brigades is to conduct fast operations against enemy forces with specific missions, such as assaulting an enemy base or beachhead while the main enemy force is occupied.

There are seven total army groups, though only five of them are staffed during peace time. The remaining two army groups solely operate a peace time command structure but maintain no active duty forces. These two groups are reserved for conscripts that are called up during a conflict. The peace time composition of these five army groups includes two corps each. These army groups are composed of 25 infantry divisions, 10 armored divisions, and 15 various other types. There are only 30 of these divisions that are staffed at any given moment, though enough equipment for 50 divisions can be quickly procured.

Interspersed through these formations are the independent brigades, which were introduced during modernization reforms in the 1970s. These mobile formations provide a departure from the rigid, theater focused formations of the mid 20th century and provide rapid flexibility for Aegenic forces. There are currently 40 of these brigades in operation with 15 mechanized infantry brigades, 12 armored brigades, 5 artillery brigades, and 8 air defense brigades. In 2010, an initiative was started to intersperse more brigades into the existing formations by splitting up divisional command structures by introducing the capability for regiments to be split into five Brigade groups for independent operations, should the operation require it. The old regiment system was quickly reformed, resulting in entire divisions comprising 10 brigades instead of four regiments. Some divisions retained their rigid structure, however, in order to be able to commit to combined theater operations more effectively and with more strength.

An additional element of the formation is the Garrison Battalion, which can be split off from a divisional or brigade formation for peacetime occupation in high risk areas. Garrison Battalions generally are more heavily armed with access to larger, heavier weapons and typically permanently staff high risk areas. Though mostly found on the border, areas that are of high risk for civil unrest may also have a Garrison Battalion.

Equipment

Approximately 40% of the ground force divisions and brigades are either armoured or mechanized to deal with large scale conventional threats. A mechanized infantry squad consists of ten; seven armed with assault rifles, one machine gunner, one medical specialist equipped with a radio and medical equipment, and an antitank specialist. Soldiers who are not mechanized are typically moved via truck. Squad layouts are standardized throughout the armed forces. Troops wear green-patterned camouflage uniforms, combat helmets, and flak jackets with ceramic plates.

The standard side arm of the army is the Alderia Armaments SIP and has been manufactured and issued in vast quantities. Though phased out of front line divisions, vast numbers of Hevelnic Central Foundry Combat Pistols are still utilized by police and reservists. The latest rifle issued to front line troops is the AR-7, which entered production in 2007 to replace older AR-70 and AR-45 models. General issue machine guns include the GMG-10 and the GMG-65. Typical squad automatic weapons consist of SAW-65 weapons issued one per squad.

Ceremonial

Name	Origin	Type	Photo	Notes
Swords
Officer Sabre	Orun Redisus	Sabre		Sabre issued to all officers of the Legion along with ceremonial dress uniforms. Granted to all officers above OI. Each sword is custom made for the individual as per tradition and each weapon is unique. All branches of the military issue officer sabres for ceremonies.
Imperial Foundry Platinum Series Revolver	Orun Redisus	Revolver		Revolver issued ceremonially to flag officers along with a custom sabre. Based off of a one hundred sixty year old design. The weapon is cast partially out of gold and silver. Considered to be the symbol of a high ranking flag officer. Each revolver is custom made for the individual that receives it.

Small Arms

Name	Origin	Type	Photo	Notes
Pistols
Alderia Armaments SIP	Orun Redisus	Pistol		Primary issue pistol
Hevelnic Central Foundry Combat Pistol	Orun Redisus	Pistol		Reservist issued main firearm. Issued to police and military forces across the world.
Inquisitor's Hand	Orun Redisus	Pistol		Primary special forces pistol issued to Inquisitors.
Rifles
AR3	Orun Redisus	Battle rifle		Reserve issued rifle after it was replaced by the AR36.
AR36	Orun Redisus	Assault Rifle
AR416	Orun Redisus	Assault Rifle
Machine Guns
GMG36	Orun Redisus	General Purpose Machine Gun	File:GMG36.jpg	Produced during the Imperial Wars. Thousands were lost or abandoned. A number remain in storage for reservists and police use.
GMG42	Orun Redisus	General Purpose Machine Gun	File:GMG42.jpg	Developed during the Imperial Wars as an improvement for the GMG36. Countless thousands were produced and lost in the fighting. As a result, the gun is one of the most prevalent in international arms trafficking markets due to the significantly number of old weapons that still function and the ease of production. Commonly issued to reserve regiments.
GMG65	Orun Redisus	General Purpose Machine Gun	File:GMG65.jpg	Modernization of the GMG42 introduced in 1965. Issued to the regular forces exclusively and normally not to reservists.
Precision Rifles
XXXX	Orun Redisus	Anti-Material Rifle	File:Antimat.jpg
PSR85	Orun Redisus	Sniper Rifle	File:PSR65.jpg
Grenade Launchers
AA GMG	Orun Redisus	Crew served grenade launcher
GL36	Orun Redisus	Grenade Launcher
GL40	Orun Redisus	Grenade Launcher
Crew Served Infantry Weapons
Anti-Cataphract Gun 3	Orun Redisus	Rocket Propelled Grenade		Produced and exported in vast quantities.
MATADOR	Orun Redisus	Rocket launcher
Carl Gustaf recoilless rifle	Orun Redisus	Recoilless rifle
Spike	Orun Redisus	Rocket Propelled Grenade
RBS 70	Orun Redisus	Man-Portable Air-Defense System
Cailitz Nk-38	Orun Redisus	automatic cannon		20mm automatic cannon deployed in various service branches. Prominently featured on ships, infantry vehicles, tanks, and early on emplacements and as field guns.
Antigel AD	Orun Redisus	automatic cannon		Replacement for Nk-38 guns purchased from Nekor. Employed in a vast number of applications.
M5175	Orun Redisus	Mortar		60mm light mortar.
M8183	Orun Redisus	Mortar		81mm mortar.
M12081	Orun Redisus	Mortar		120mm mortar system.
Other Munitions and Explosives
RB 62	Yisrael	Anti-Tank Guided Missile

Towed and Stationary Artillery

Name	Origin	Type	Photo	Notes
M19105X Howtizer	Orun Redisus	Towed Artillery Gun
Standard Mark V Artillery Gun	Orun Redisus	Towed Artillery Gun
SH305	Orun Redisus	Siege Artillery		Siege defensive artillery built into emplacements on the Bahktaric and Maradi borders. There remains a staunch opposition to removing them from the borders due to their historical role as some of the most pivotal defenses against enemies. The guns technically remain in service but are nominally maintained and the emplacements are no longer staffed. Ammunition production ceased in 1955 and hasn't resumed since. It is unlikely the Legion would staff these guns or use them in an event of an invasion.

Armour

Name	Origin	Type	Photo	Notes
Tanks & light tanks
T13125 Atlos	Orun Redisus	Main Battle Tank		Latest indigenous MBT developed to decrease reliance on foreign suppliers. Used alongside the T80125 in Legionary armor formations. Set to be the primary MBT of the Legion by 2016.
LT95125	Orun Redisus	Light Tank		The LT95125 is a powerful light tank equipped with a 125mm smoothbore compact gun. It is capable of moving across rough terrain quickly and protected well for a light tank. The vehicle is capable of engaging in combat against other armor with a reasonable chance of success. It is equipped with a highly advanced fire control and active protection suite, which serves as its defence against enemies since it is a light tank.
T80125	Orun Redisus	MBT		The T80125 was the primary MBT of the Legion until the introduction of the Atlos. Tarsan forces have over 4,000 different tanks, some in service, some in storage. All will be replaced by 2028. An MRLS system has been built based on old chassis.
ISV60 Praetorian	Orun Redisus	Infantry support tank	File:ZKS-101.png

Personnel Vehicles

Name	Origin	Type	Photo	Notes
Personnel Vehicles
Phalanx IFV	Orun Redisus	Infantry Fighting Vehicle		Replacement design that will replace all older Cataphracta vehicles in service by 2025.
Cataphracta IFV	Orun Redisus	Infantry Fighting Vehicle		To be phrased out of front line service by 2025. A select number of vehicles will be modernized with an S variant until the Phalanx is fully operational.
PC79MG	Orun Redisus	Armored Personnel Carrier		The PC79MG is an older design with a high carrying capacity of 14 soldiers. It is armed with up to three machine guns and is protected by a layer of steel armour. The vehicle has an extensive range and is the workhorse of the military.
PC86MG	Orun Redisus	Armored Personnel Carrier		Light apc developed by the now closed Ashfel Armour Works for use with the Legion. Several problems emerged such as an unreliable engine and a problematic transmission and the issues have caused the military to seek a replacement as no more variants can be designed with the closure of AAW. Only 500 of the vehicles will be maintained in reserve units and police forces and will be upgraded with an engine and transmission from Alderia Automotive.
PC12V	Orun Redisus	Armored Personnel Carrier		Accepted replacement for the PC86MG. Production began in 2013 and only 12 units have been delivered. Initially produced with a dual 12.7mm BMG heavy machine gun mount. Other variants will be made available with other armaments.
Pantra Trifectus	Orun Redisus	Light utility vehicle		Vehicle slated to enter service alongside the Pantra LUP. It can carry heavier armour and has a more powerful engine. A number of upgrades are already planned. The vehicle was only developed in 2011 and only 123 vehicles have been delivered thus far.
Pantra Light Utility Platform	Orun Redisus	Light utility vehicle		Most widely used service vehicle in Tarsas. In service with the Reserve Legion, Imperial Air Legion, Imperial Sea Legion, and the Imperial Legion. Several hundred in service with the police as well. It was developed in 1978 as a replacement for older vehicles and comes in ten different variants. As of now, the military has no plans to decommission its fleet and it is rumoured Pantra Trucks is working on an upgrade.
Alderia Locust	Orun Redisus	Motorcycle		Motorcycle designed in 1984 and produced up until 1998. Several upgrades and successors have been proposed but none have been accepted as of yet. In service with all branches of the armed forces as well as over 7,000 cycles in storage.

Artillery and Air Defence Vehicles

Name	Origin	Type	Photo	Notes
Mobile Artillery and Air Defense Vehicles
SPG-22 Regulus	Orun Redisus	Self Propelled Artillery	File:SPG155.jpg	The SPG-22 Regulus is the current largest SPG in the Legion. It is a modified variant of the T-155 Centurion. It comes with a 203mm gun and is capable of multiple shell simultaneous impact and can fire.
T-155 Centurion	Orun Redisus	Self propelled artillery	File:SPG155.jpg
SPG84105	Orun Redisus	Self Propelled Artillery		Light SPG based off of a shortened version of the Type 65 Common chassis equipped with a 105mm gun and introduced in 1984. The decreased weight makes the vehicle more mobile than is heavier counterpart. Capable of being air dropped and serving in a light support role. Popular with the Legion as well as the Reserve Legion.
MRLS63122	Orun Redisus	Multiple rocket launch system		290 remain in service with the Reserve Legion.
MRLS75220	Orun Redisus	Multiple rocket launch system		Latest variants include GPS and laser guided munitions as well as increased engine power.
MRLS83300	Orun Redisus	Multiple rocket launch system		Fires 300mm rockets at an extensive range. Later upgrades include a gas turbine engine, a computerized fire control and navigation system, and increased armor. After the introduction of newer units from Liothidia which can fire both 300mm and 220mm rockets, the 83300 is slowly being relegated to reserve.
WM-100 Thermobaric Rocket System	Orun Redisus	Multiple rocket launch system	File:TARos1.png	MRLS system based off a chassis conversion of old T80125 tanks. 700 are due to be converted.
AG04130	Orun Redisus	Coastal defense gun		Defensive gun designed to find a use for 130mm naval guns. Deployed mostly in the Reserve Legion.
Air defence vehicles
AAG9035	Orun Redisus	SPAAG		AA system based off the chassis of the T80125. Produced for use against helicopter gunships and infantry formations.
AAM03 SAM System	Orun Redisus	Transportable gun/SAM system		Primary mounted mobile AA system of the Empire introduced in 2003.
AAG9630	Orun Redisus	SPAAG
Praetor SAM System	Orun Redisus	Medium range SAM		Surface to air missile system developed for service with anti air brigades. Mounted on several different chassis.
Third Generation Long Range Anti Aircraft System/4th Generation Long Range Anti Aircraft System	Orun Redisus	Surface to air missile		Primary long range SAM of the Empire. The launcher is capable of firing heavy SAM missiles. It is most prominently known for the hundreds of land based batteries that exist around the nation to protect Tarsan airspace. Older S-300 variants are being replaced and upgraded by S-400 variants.

Logistics and Miscellaneous Vehicles

Name	Origin	Type	Photo	Notes
Pantra S7 7 Ton	Orun Redisus	General Purpose Military Truck
Pantra Standard Light Truck	Orun Redisus	Light Military Truck	File:10t.jpg	Entered production in 2004 and has been integrated with most active logistics and service units. Carries ten tons of cargo.
Pantra S13	Orun Redisus	Heavy Military Transport Truck	File:13t.jpg	Heavy duty variant of the PSLT.
Pantra Heavy Transporter	Orun Redisus	Heavy Military Transport Truck		Popular with civilians as well as the military. Several variants exist including a gas turbine equipped production vehicle. The military has begun to sell off old trucks to private sources.
Pantra Heavy Tank Transporter	Orun Redisus	Heavy Tank Transporter		License built and modified variant of a new Liothidian vehicle.

Engineering and Special Vehicles

Name	Origin	Type	Photo	Notes
Engineering Vehicles
T80EV	Orun Redisus	Engineering vehicle	File:ENV.jpg	Engineering vehicle based off of the T80125. Two sub variants, one equipped with a dozer blade and crane and another equipped with a heavy bucket scoop, were produced from 1984 onward. They are extensively used throughout all sub branches of the Legion. Plans to eventually develop a vehicle based off the T13125 Atlos are under discussion.
T80ARV	Orun Redisus	Armored Recovery Vehicle	File:ARV.jpg	Armored recovery vehicle developed off of the T80125. Produced in small numbers from 1983 onward. The rugged design and engine upgrade options have resulted in the design working with the successor to the T80125. It is the only T80125 based vehicle still in limited small scale production. A successor based off the T13125 Atlos chassis will be in service next year.
T80ABL	Orun Redisus	Armored Bridge Layer		Armored bridge laying vehicle in service with the legion. A twenty meter bridge can be deployed using a hydraulic bridge laying system in only seven to twelve minutes. Exported extensively to Dacia.

Payscale

Rank	Legio Class 1	Legio Class 2	Legio Class 3	Legio Class 4	Legio Class 5
R1	14,000	15,000	17,000	17,500	18,000
R2	14,500	15,500	17,600	18,300	19,000
R3	16,000	17,000	18,000	18,500	20,000
R4	16,500	17,500	18,500	19,500	20,500
R5	18,000	19,000	20,000	20,500	21,000
R6	18,700	19,500	20,500	21,500	22,000
R7	19,500	20,500	21,500	22,500	23,000
R8	21,000	22,000	23,000	24,000	26,000
R9	25,000	26,000	27,000	28,000	30,000
OI	30,000	30,500	31,000	32,000	33,000
OII	31,500	33,000	35,000	37,000	39,000
OIII	42,000	43,000	44,000	45,000	47,000
OIV	50,000	53,000	55,000	57,000	58,000
OV	55,000	58,000	61,000	62,000	62,500
OVI	60,000	65,000	70,000	75,000	80,000
OVII	70,000	75,000	80,000	84,000	90,000
OVIII	80,000	85,000	90,000	95,000	100,000
OVIX	90,000	95,000	100,000	120,000	150,000