Reiksguard Foot (Reiksguard knights)

The Grand Order of the Reiksguard Knights, formerly known as the Reiklanderguard, are a secular order of knights created and sworn to the protection of the Reikland Imperial bloodline. The Reiksguard Order comprises an elite core of well-trained and well-equipped troops loyal to the Emperor who fight on his behalf. Being the best troops available to him, Reiksguard knights form the bulk of the Imperial household guard with duties in the battlefield as well as in social and political affairs. It is not uncommon for the Emperor, however, to attach a unit of Reiksguard knights to the armies of other Elector Counts, if the situation requires their considerable martial prowess. In doing so, the Emperor is essentially lending the Elector Count his personal support - or he could just be making sure that any unstable Elector Counts that could threaten the Empire's stability are closely monitored.

 

This relatively young Order was first founded during the reign of Count Wilhelm III, who established the Reikland lineage of Emperors. The first of the Reiksguard knights swore the greatest of oaths - to give their lives in defence of the Emperor from any and all dangers as they believe him to be the living incarnation of Sigmar himself. Over the decades, Reiksguard knights have forged a legendary reputation on the battlefield; they often charged into the fray against opponents that would see other warriors flee in terror. Time again, their unmatched bravery has brought the Empire great yet bloody victories, such that their very name "Reiksguard" has become synonymous with feats of selfless heroism throughout the Empire.

 

Source: Wikipedia

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