The Red Guard of Pandorica (Patreon)

Pandorica is not a huge Kingdom, but prosperity has always reigned high upon the Amaranthine mount range, the Pandorican's mountain home. From their capital Ailurian, they control one of the most profitable mining and trading interest in all of Theria. The Kingdom of Pandorica has stood since long before the Baptismal of Fire and persist well to this day. Though a relatively small Kingdom, they have nevertheless played huge roles in conflicts all around Theria.

Their relatively small military might is a stark contrast to the quality of their Knights. Unique to Pandorica are the 'Blade Dancers', spearmen and swordsmen of incredible skill, speed and agility. Their beautiful, but deadly combat style allows them to strike, dodge, defend and close ground like no other warriors on the battlefield. Trained in the art of channeling their quintessence to augment their skills, these red warriors are respected and feared throughout Theria.

Among their numbers is at well known and storied of unit known as the 'Red Guard'. The Red Guard of Pandorica is consider to be some of the finest warriors in the land. If compared to the Knights of Lioncourt, the Red Guard would be both Raven Knights and Royal Guard rolled into one dedicated unit. Directly under the command of Prince Oni of Pandorica, the Red Guard are charged with defense of the nobility, investigation and extermination of threats of a mystical nature, as well as espionage and assassinations. Knights of the Red Guard are danger and are usually sent when Pandorica needs to remind the other Kingdoms that they may be small, but their punch can be devastating.

The highest ranking member of this order is called the Commander of the Red. It is followed by the two Captain Commanders, positions currently held by Red Knight Elaine Song and Red Knight Sayuri Seiji. Consider the prince's left and right hands. Elaine Song took over the position of left hand of the Prince when the role was vacated by Vega Lyrae, who had joined the ranks of Lioncourt’s Raven Knights. A coveted position that a few members of the Red Guard has accepted over the years.

When Count Adolyn Valenrow asked for a blade dancer to join the Order, Elaine and Vega were the natural choices for the honor and both vigorously for it. Despite her strength, experience and skill, Elaine was not able to overcome Vega's raw natural talent and it was she who was chosen to join the ranks of the Raven Knights. A loss that sat bitter in the guardswoman’s ego. Dame Elaine and Dame Vega hold a fierce rivalry, and have for many years. Though their is no real animosity, the two have bickered and competed since they were small children. Despite their rivalry, the two are fiercely protective and supportive of one another. The two have been known to work well in tandem.

The Red Guard has an interesting relationship with their prince. Their love for him borders on familial. Some say it's closer even than that. Most members of the Red Guard, male or female seem to treat the king as a close friend, even a little brother. His current circle of protectors having been raised alongside him. They are insanely protective of him, bordering on fanatical. Perceived threats to the prince are met with lethal vigor. Every single member of the Red Guard are willing to die for their prince. For his part, Prince Oni has shown a willingness to stand and fight by their side. His bravery has shown him risk his life for even the lowliest citizen of the kingdom, earning his guards undying respect and loyalty. The Red Guard could serve no better lord.