Riparian Guard - Barracks - Room 352 - Rockrump

[Ladon]

The room was basic, as the Recruiting sergeant had already stated. There was the bunk, that had two sheets, two blankets and a pillow, all neatly folded ready for Rockrump to use. There was a set of drawers, and a small desk with a candle holder on it. The candles (five) were in the top drawer of the set of drawers. There was also a trunk for the storage of bulky items. Against the back wall stood a wardrobe that had a shelf in it.

ooc - settle yourself in and the captain of the guard shall come and talk with you

[Rockrump]

After recieving his room key, Rockrump headed across the parade grounds. His room, bieng on the third floor, would have easily been the highest point he had ever been to. He walked up through the first two floors and his legs began to feel sore. Aye, I have never seen so many stairs in my life. Oh well, I should get used to it soon enough. Now where was that room? He whispered to himself, and then he saw it, room number 352. He walked through the door and looked the room over. It wasn't anything special but it was definetely sufficient for someone like him. He set his axe and mail in the trunk and sat on the bed, rubbing his feet.

[Ladon]

Ooc: Have a read of the new handbook so that you get the idea of what you can do and also the training that is available. If you have any questions don’t be afraid to ask either here, or on the ooc thread, or even PM

Ic: Captain Dalegan walked up to the new recruits door and knocked, He waited for the recruit to answer and then stepped into the room. He smiled as the new recruit had made an attempt at a salute. This was always fun to watch, and with training, would improve. The captain then began his introductions for new recruits to the guards of Riparia.

Serale Rockrump. My name is Captain Dalegan. I am the captain of the guard of Riparia. I am pleased to meet you and hope that you will have a long and fruitful career as you step out into the world of the Military that guards this great city.

First - The training course you are about to embark on lasts for a cycle. At the end of the training, and if you make it through the training, and be assured some do not make it, or can not hack it, then you will be enrolled properly into the Riparian Guard. In basic training you will be trained in the basics of some of the work that you will undertake in your life here. You will learn to work as a team, you will learn basic weapon skills of your choice, you will learn basic dagger skills as a compulsory weapon.

Second once I have finished this little introduction to the guards, you will be sent to collect your basic issue belongings for the duration of this training. You will be issued with a guards dress uniform, three training uniforms, a guards dagger, a provisional Guards visa, two pairs of boots, a copy of the guards handbook

Three - training is in two sections. you will be trained in the basics of what it takes to be apart of the riparian guards, and basics in strength and stamina, and endurance to make you fit. then towards the last couple of brightenings in your training, you will be trained in the use of the dagger and the weapon of your choice. On the last brightening of the training you will have a training adventure to complete. If you complete this training then you will be promoted to the Riparia guards.

One more thing, and funnily enough, the most important, for some that may well prove to be unable to complete the course, the pay for a trainee guardsman is the sum of twenty crowns for the cycle. This may not sound like much but you will be getting free room, and board, and free training in a number of different aspects of the life of a guardsmen.

Once you have completed training the pay packet of a private in this section of the military of the realm, is thirty two Crowns a cycle. Again this is plus the previous benefits.

So RockRump, do you have any questions about the Riparian Guards at this time that I can answer for you now?

[Rockrump]

After attempting a salute and listen to the captain's introduction, Rockrump thought for a moment and spoke up. "No questions sir, I look forward to becoming a Riparian Guard. Thank you for your time." While saying this, he lifted his chin and stood as tall as hs stout body would let him. When the captain left he smiled at his good fortune. This is amazing. Rockrump you dog, free shelter, food, AND training. This was the best decision of my life. He said quietly to himself and walked off to get his basic issue equipment, eager for the end of the cycle.

Ooc: Is a cycle equal to a week? If it isn't, is there a link that I can see conversions of time?

[Ladon]

ooc: Basically one cycle is equal to two RL weeks or ten days. So for your pay you will update your CIR or your profile with money every two weeks.

ic: The Armory stores Sergeant was busy when RockRump entered. There were one other in the room that would be served before he got to serving the Dwarve. As it came to Rockrumps' turn, the sergeant, a Short human with a funny looking hat on his head, that hid one of his eyes, looked the Dwarve over.

The sergeant went through the racks of uniforms, everyday uniforms, and then brought them to the counter in the room.

Well my friend, here's your dress uniform, it will fit I can tell your size so do not fret You also have three, every day uniforms.

The sergeant then moved off to the racks of weapons and collected the Standard Guards dagger, and then collected the introduction documentation pack. The dagger was a special dagger that the guards were given on enrolling. It was made from dwaven steel, exceptionally strong and sharpened to the point that a human hair falling onto it would be cut into two. It had a slightly curved, eight inch blade.

Right here we have your dagger. Do not lose it for it is you standard weapon and you will be court marshalled if you are caught without it when you are on duty. The documentation pack includes your military visa, and the Riparian guard Handbook. You must sign the Visa for it to become your identity card. On completion of your training the CO will sign it to make you an official Guardsman. You will need to wear your everyday uniform first thing to your training sessions, So, new recruit, take these and be ready for the start of the new brightening.

[Rockrump]

After he recieved his equipment, Rockrump headed up to his room and placed his clothes in his drawers and signed his visa. He placed his guard dagger onto his uniform so that he wouldn't forget it, fearing the consequences. Rockrump was always proud of his people's work, and considered the steel as part of his race's identity.

Rockrump laid down on his bed and began to read his new guard's handbook, before falling asleep, dreaming about what might happen tomorrow during training. He would be sure to make it on time, because his stubborn nature woud not allow him to give up.

[Ladon]

Sergeant on deck

OOC: make sure you salute

IC: The sergeant walked up to each of the recruits rooms. He knocked on the door and waited to be allowed admission. There were two reasons for him arriving at their rooms this time in the evening. One was his weekly inspection, the other he would announce after he had inspected the room

Serale Recruit, it is the time of the cycle inspection. Now this will occur on a regular, (ooc: when the GM can remember ), interval to ensure that throoms are being kept to the standards required from those in Military service.

The sergeant inspected the room, and found a couple of small problems that he pointed out to the recruit, and then he moved on to the second reason why he had turned up at the recruit’s room.

Right get these things sorted out and no further action will be taken against you. (ooc: imagine what you could have messed up and sort it out, )

Now recruit I do not know if you have heard the rumours that are passing through the Riparian guards at the moment, so I am here to put these rumours straight.

Yes the riparian Guards are going to war.

Yes, if you so wish you may go along on the mission, although as a recruit you will not see much of the action at the battle front, but you will be involved in the battle in some way.

I need to know whether you want to go on this mission by the end of tomorrow (ooc: Saturday) so have a think about it. If you want to go then let me know, and tidy your room recruit, as I want to be able to eat my food off the floor next time I come in here.