> [!infobox] > # Iron Willed Order who Defends > ![[Knights of the Golden Fortress.png]] > **For Honor. For Caesar** > --- > ## Personnel > **Culture:** A disciplined, ritual‑bound way of life where honor, precision, and ceremony are inseparable from combat. > > | Name | Position | > | ---- | ---- | > | Supreme Grand Master | Ser Aric Voss, the Stormblade (Deceased) | > | Grand Master | Lady Lysandra Torgue, the Silver Shield (Current) | > | Marshall, Imperial Blades Chapter | Ser Joren Hale, the Nightfire | > ### Intel > **Ideology:** The Crown’s mandate is a divine covenant; protecting House Tenebra is both duty and sacred duty. > > | Faction | Relationships | > | ---- | ---- | > | | | > | | | > #### Operations > **Motivation:** To shield the Empire’s heart—its people, its secrets, and its throne—from all who would threaten its stability. > > ##### Logistics > | Resource | Tag | > | ---- | ---- | > | Funds | Superior | > | Raw Materials | Elite | > | Research and Development | Superior | > | Infrastructure | Ultimate | > | Equipment | Elite | > | Security | Ultimate | > | Influence | Superior | >[!lore] Lore >The **Knights of the Golden Fortress** (KGF) represent the pinnacle of Imperial military and personal security across Vinitia and the Realm. Their training instills a razor‑sharp discipline and relentless devotion to duty, while their uniforms and ceremonies radiate regal splendor that commands respect. Stationed at the very core of Caesar Noctis Tenebra’s seat—Ceasar's Castle and the Golden Citadel—they form the first line of defense against external threats and serve as the personal bodyguard for every member of House Tenebra, from Caesar himself to the most junior courtier. > >The Knights of the Golden Fortress embody the Empire’s might and its promise of absolute protection. Their presence is a constant reminder that while the Megacities may shine in towers of chrome and glass, beneath it lies a bedrock of steel and unyielding loyalty—ready to strike down any threat to House Tenebra’s reign. >[!history]- History > - **Founding Covenant:** The secret subterranean ceremony that birthed the Knights, binding every member to absolute secrecy. > - **Battle of Santa Aria:** Rapid deployment of a Chapter to repel an incursion by bandits out of Santa Aria, preserving the Realms defense and security. > - **Trial of Gold:** A public oath‑taking ritual where every Knight reaffirmed loyalty while the Emperor watched—an event that cemented their ceremonial splendor. >[!hier]- Hierarchy and Structure >| Rank | Role | Typical Duties | > | ------------------ | --------------------------------------------------------------- | --------------------------------------------------------------------------- | > | **High Marshall** | Highest commander; direct liaison with Caesar. | Strategic decisions, personal guard assignments, overseeing all operations. | > | **Commandant** | Second-in-command; oversees day‑to‑day training and discipline. | Regimental orders, deployment coordination. | > | **Sergeant‑Major** | Senior advisor to the Commandant; handles logistics and intel. | Personnel Management, intelligence reports, tasking | > | **Marshall** | Leads a Chapter (≈300 Knights). | Tactical missions, guarding key locations within the Citadel. | > | **Captain** | Leads a Company of 100–125 Knights. | Medium scale operations, Coordination with protecting high‑ranking officials. | > | **Sergeant** | Leads a Squad 15-20 Knights | Small unit drill, tactical leadership, mentorship of other Knights > | **Knight** | Base combatant; oathbound soldier. | Frontline duties, personal protection, battlefield engagement. | > > The KGF is a single Legion with four Chapters. Chapters spend rotations on deployment abroad in the Realm, or assigned to a specific sectors of the Golden Citadel: the Gatehouse, the Hall of Mirrors, the Imperial Throne Chambers, and the Training Quarter. >[!base]- Stronghold >The Golden Citadel—a sprawling complex of reinforced stone and gleaming alloy—lies at the heart of Mandalai and is within walking distance of Caesars Castle. Its inner sanctum houses the Barracks, while the outer wards are lined with automated sentry drones and reinforced steel. The Citadel’s chambers echo with the clang of ceremonial drills, the hiss of aethertech conduits, and the quiet hum of armored footsteps. >[!ops]- Operations >>[!agenda]- Neutralize Rival Espionage >>Detect and dismantle clandestine operations by rival Great Houses within the Citadel’s perimeter. > >>[!agenda]- Preserve Internal Discipline >> Enforce loyalty protocols to prevent dissent among House Tenebra’s inner circle > >>[!agenda]- Protect House Tenebra Power and Interests >> Directly engage with hostiles, remove barriers, and project Imperial Authority across all corners of the Realm to ensure House Tenebra’s Dynasty continues uncontested. >[!rumors]- Rumors > - A forgotten vault beneath the Golden Citadel allegedly contains a Blight‑corrupted artifact that could grant unimaginable power—or doom—to whoever wields it. > - Whispered among lower ranks is a clandestine pact between certain Knights and members of the White Widows, promising silent support in exchange for favors at court.