Homebrew Aesmir Species Details

Imperialists
Rekgart was once a fractured land of tribes and war. The Aesmir tribes warred against the Vanmir Jotmir, Sartmir and even other Aesmir. Chief Halldir of the Aesmir knew that in order for his people to become truly great their must be unity, peace and law.
Chief Halldir ventured deep into the Jotmir lands to the Garden of the Gods. There he ate the fruit of Knowledge, and drank from the Well of Eternal Life. He gave his youth to the Dragon of Time and received portals. He gave his hand to the Wolf of War and recieved the Sword of Destruction. He gave his eye to the Seeing Sisters and recieved Foresight.

Halldir returned to Rekgart with immense power and wisdom. He drove the Jotmir into the frozen lands and united the Aesmir under his leadership.He vanquished the Sartmir to drive them into the bad lands. As High King of the Aesmir, he married Astasa, Queen of the Vanmir. The marriage united the two peoples and brought the Vanmir tribes under Aesmir control.

God-King Halldir formed his Golden Army into a military juggernaut. That conquered all of their foes and built a grand empire.

The Aesmir seek to eventually bring all nations under the control of God-King Halldir.

When a nation is conquered by the Golden Army it is incorporated into the Golden Empire. They are subject to taxation and laws of the Military Government but otherwise they are allowed to continue as normal. Conscription rarely occurs outside the Aesmir.

Military Culture

Conscription
At age 16 all Aesmir are conscripted into the Golden Army. During their first few years they get basic training in weapons, language, magic and general education. Regardless of family or background all Aesmir must complete four years of military training and conscription.

Golden Army Corps
After completing their conscription Aesmir choose a military corps. Each Corps fills a critical mission in Aesmir society and the Golden Army.

There are ranks within each Corps. The Rank is a key part of each Aesmir's name and it dictates the status of the Aesmir in the greater society. Rank used while speaking with Aesmir except for in the most intimate of relationships.

Combat Corps- Conducts all of the offensive combat operations for the Golden Army.
• Officer Apprentice, 1st Officer, Captain, Commander, High Commander, Lord Commander, Warlord
• Swordsman, 2nd Swordsman, 1st Swordsman, Chief Swordsman, Sword Master
• Lance Bearer, Senior Lance Bearer, Lance Commander
• Archer, 2nd Archer, 1st Archer, Bow Master
• Battle Mage, 2nd Battle Mage, 1st Battle Mage, Chief Battle Mage, Arch Battle Mage

Logistics Corps- Provides food, water and resources to the Golden Army. They oversee food production as well as supply line maintenance.
• Supply Officer, 1st Supply Officer, Supply Captain, Logistics Commander, Logistics Master
• Supplier Apprentice, Supplier Adept , Supplier Master.
• Transporter Apprentice, Transporter Adept, Transporter Chief

Information Corps- Conducts espionage, gathers intelligence, scout reports and manages the flow of information throughout the Golden Army.
• King's Eyes, King's Hand's, King's Listener, King's Speaker
(These ranks may not be shared in the title do to their covert nature)

• Scout, Information officer, Senior Information Officer, Master Tactician

Magic Support Corps- Manages offensive and defensive magic operations, portals, magic item inspections and magic training. They branch between engineering and medical specialties.
• Healer Apprentice, Healer Adept, Master Healer, Lord Engineer
• Engineer Apprentice, Engineer Adept, Master Engineer, Lord Engineer
• Oathman Apprentice, Oathman Adept, Master Oathman, Lord Oathman.

Military Justice
The Aesmir require good order and discipline so they have extremely strict laws regarding dressing and appearance obedience to lawful orders given by superiors appointed over you and dereliction of duty. Punishment is decided by the respective commanding officer and can range from extra work to execution.

Aesmir Names

Aesmir names are made up of four parts: Rank and Title, Child name, and Conscription name.

Rank and title come from the Aesmir corps. Child name is the name given by parents that is used until Conscription. After conscription the name is used rarely and only in intimate settings with close friends. The Conscription name is the name taken by Aesmir when they begin their Conscription. They are allowed to choose their own name and there is a numeral assigned to it if the name is already in use.

Aesmir presents their title and conscription names when identifying themselves, in the order of Rank, Birth name, and Last name.

Child Names: Mjoll, Thorstin, Castor, Jack, Myra, Kjirsten, Alae, Fjord

Conscription Names: Balderic Ironside, Theodrick Ice-eyes, Martag Steel-claw, Vala Golden-Eyes, Shara Black-Eyes, Torna Quick-Foot.

 

Aesmir Traits

Aesmir are a military people. Their racial traits contribute to their zeal and success in battle.

Ability Score Increase

Aesmir have strength and constitution greater than the average human. 

Sword of Light Cantrip

All Aesmir are blessed with the Sword of Light Cantrip. 

The cantrip enchants a weapon with bright light until the weapon is sheathed or put away. 

Bright light fills the area 30ft around the enchanted weapon. This light is detectable and can be seen for long distances.

The enchanted weapon causes 1d8 damage to evil creatures. 

Damage increases by spell level. 

 

Age

Aesmir have lifespans somewhat longer than humans. They enter adulthood in their late teens and live to about 200 years old, although some are much older. 

Alignment

Goliath society, with its clear roles and tasks, has a strong lawful bent. The goliath sense of fairness, balanced with an emphasis on self- sufficiency and personal accountability, pushes them toward neutrality.

Size

Aesmir are between 6 and 7 feet tall and weigh between 180 and 280 pounds. Your size is Medium.

Speed

Your base walking speed is 30 feet.

Warrior's Conditioning

You have proficiency in the Athletics skill.

Powerful Build

You count as one size larger when determining your carrying capacity and the weight you can push, drag, or lift.

Conscription

All Aesmir are conscripted into the Golden army as children, they are trained with weapons. You are proficient in long swords, spears, heavy crossbows, and light shields.

Languages

You can speak, read, and write Common and Giant.