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Sands of New Oléon - Mameluke
The Mamelukes of New Oléon are an odd bunch. Nowadays organized as an official unit and consisting for the most part of native Guelphians, they were originally part of a ruling military warrior caste that dominated much of the old Guelphian political life, despite not being part of any native tribe themselves.
The original Mamelukes of the kingdom were formed centuries ago, its ranks made up of indentured captured enemy soldiers, deserters and turncoats forced to bolster the army of the pre-Oléonese Guelphian kingdom. Over time the might and reputation of these outsiders grew until they were a powerful separate upper caste, living a life of luxury and indulgence.
When the influence of Oléon and its allies on the Guelphian peninsula grew and that of the Mamelukes started to diminish, some soldiers turned their back on their Ras and switched sides, hoping for opportunities in service of the newcomers. As such, they became one of the first local Guelphian units in the Oléonese army.
Over time, the ranks of the Mamelukes were also filled with native tribal allies of Oléon or colonists from the north and the indentured roots of the unit slowly ebbed away.
Despite originally not being proper Guelphians themselves, the unit has always been dressed in Guelphian fashion. The uniform consists of a turban, short jacket, a sash and wide sirwal trousers. On the battlefield they are known for their ferocious charges and tenacity. Their main weapon is a Guelphian scimitar, supported by a brace of pistols as a secondary arm.
When comparing to traditional units of Madrician armies, one could state these men fulfill a similar role to the northern Hussars.
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Instead of just figures on back drop, I wanted to include a bit of scenery to breathe some life into the scene. I made a shadouf and well for the background, but the angle of the photo isn't perfect. Definitely a learning experience for next time.
Sands of New Oléon - Mameluke
The Mamelukes of New Oléon are an odd bunch. Nowadays organized as an official unit and consisting for the most part of native Guelphians, they were originally part of a ruling military warrior caste that dominated much of the old Guelphian political life, despite not being part of any native tribe themselves.
The original Mamelukes of the kingdom were formed centuries ago, its ranks made up of indentured captured enemy soldiers, deserters and turncoats forced to bolster the army of the pre-Oléonese Guelphian kingdom. Over time the might and reputation of these outsiders grew until they were a powerful separate upper caste, living a life of luxury and indulgence.
When the influence of Oléon and its allies on the Guelphian peninsula grew and that of the Mamelukes started to diminish, some soldiers turned their back on their Ras and switched sides, hoping for opportunities in service of the newcomers. As such, they became one of the first local Guelphian units in the Oléonese army.
Over time, the ranks of the Mamelukes were also filled with native tribal allies of Oléon or colonists from the north and the indentured roots of the unit slowly ebbed away.
Despite originally not being proper Guelphians themselves, the unit has always been dressed in Guelphian fashion. The uniform consists of a turban, short jacket, a sash and wide sirwal trousers. On the battlefield they are known for their ferocious charges and tenacity. Their main weapon is a Guelphian scimitar, supported by a brace of pistols as a secondary arm.
When comparing to traditional units of Madrician armies, one could state these men fulfill a similar role to the northern Hussars.
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Instead of just figures on back drop, I wanted to include a bit of scenery to breathe some life into the scene. I made a shadouf and well for the background, but the angle of the photo isn't perfect. Definitely a learning experience for next time.