Royal Corps of Monster Hunters

[RCMH]

The Royal Corps of Monster Hunters unit (RCMH) continues a proud tradition of military service that stretches back several generations.

This organization is known to the public as more or less just another branch of the Purple Dragon Army. This awards them the general respect of the populace towards their lawkeeping and protecting soldiers, warmages and battlepriests, though the Corps is also known to be less than a police force, and more of an elite unit that is usually on patrols to the most dangerous parts of the realm.

In particular, the Corps often keeps the beasts of the Hullack Forest within the confines of the trees near their base in Thunderstone. These Purple Dragons neutralize monstrous and supernatural threats to the kingdom, and are usually sent in as vanguard to the deadliest missions or assignments. With a unique application process, few tend to become these daring Monster Hunters. Notoriety among the regular armed forces and people of the realm who know the significance of the unit is bound to be gained, even by novice operatives serving in the enlisted ranks.

Among adventurers, there are mixed opinions of the Corps. Some support their valiant efforts to protect the populace and battle the monsters of Cormyr, while others attempt to make trouble or belittle the new troops with petty crimes. Still others are ambivalent regarding the unit. It seems there is an opinion for almost each that knows of the organization, but telling which is the most accurate is impossible for most.

It is common knowledge that a cormyte citizen in good standing with the law may apply to join the ranks of the army at the various barracks spread throughout the realm, though such a possibility is not available to those who hail from other lands. The Royal Corps is thus the alternative for the outlanders in good standing that have come to call Cormyr their new home. Although the RCMH is known to have a slightly more vigorous selection process than other units in the realm, the initial step of submitting a basic application to the members is widely known to be the same used in other branches of Cormyr's armed forces.

Current, visible troops:

Norah Klender (Lionar), Field Commander

Katheryn Cartwright (Swordcaptain), First Officer

Shaerlyn Morynven (Swordcaptain), Second Officer

Melinda "Kiki" Heartfire (Swordcaptain)

Morgaine Kri Chya (Swordmajor)

Emorikal Valorborn (Swordmajor)

Kiraden Sellows (Swordmajor)

Eranin Ketia (Swordmajor)

Recruits:

Takianada Yokubari

Aside of the prestige, fame and status in cormyrian society that the title of Purple Dragon confers, additional benefits and awards are known to be given to these soldiers. Firstly, any foreign individuals serving the RCMH are granted cormyrian citizenship upon completeing their Purple Dragon trials. Secondly, operatives in the Royal Corps that demonstrate honorable leadership qualities and carry out their duties with care, are regularly promoted to higher ranks. Thirdly, Purple Dragons, and in rare cases recruits that go above and beyond the call of duty, are recomended by their superiors to receive military decorations, in accordance to their valiant deeds during battle and other difficult situations.

For the few exemplar individuals that truly represent the high virtues and strict code of the Purple Dragon, there is possibility to be knighted and thus becoming a member of the most elite Order of Purple Dragon Knights. RCMH Dragoneers who have been knighted are noted below.

Knights of Cormyr (Purple Dragon Knights and otherwise) With Descriptions

Name - Rank - Status

Lady Sharita Amraphen-Gallen, Oversword, Rt.
Sir Zakhary Shepherd, Ornrion, Rt.
Sir Cald Ashall, Lionar, Rt.
Lady Glewien Sellows, Lionar, Rt.
Sir Kelric Hawkrune, Lionar, Rt.
Sir Gero Boldblade, Lionar, Rt.
Sir Aelrik, Swordcaptain, MIA
Sir Vinduil El'dyran, Swordcaptain, Rt.
Sir Crom, Squire, Discharged
Lady Kyra Grey tower, Ornrion, KIA
Lady Kori Asen, Swordcaptain, Rt.
Lady Dreshae Krisdove, Lionar, Rt.
Sir Kian Boru, Swordcaptain, Rt.
Sir Seamus Kross, Swordcaptain, Rt.