Band of the Red Hand Guild

How does one become a member of the Band of the Red Hand?

First, get an idea of what you would like to play. We generally have three types of soldiers: Pikemen, Cavalry, and Scouts. Pikemen are the infantry and foot soldiers who make up the main fighting force. Cavalry are troops who are trained in fighting from horseback. Scouts are the ones who will keep an eye on the perimeter of the army to report back to the officers on any news.

Second, keep an eye out for those wearing the red uniforms. You will need to talk to some of them. They will probably direct you to one of the recruiters, or inform one of the recruiters about you so they can speak with you when they are available.

The Band of the Red Hand was formed by Matrim Cauthon. He is the top ranking officer in the army. As people caught word of Mat's unsurpassed knowledge of battle strategies they flocked to him, rapidly building an army of considerable size.

Members of the Red Hand will be grouped whenever possible, often together forces sent to patrol cities and their outlying areas. Sometimes the army will be called upon to take up arms and fight great battles against the Dark One's minions.

The Red Hand is comprised of several ranks. There are currently two Guildleaders (Talmanes and Chel). There are Captains under the Generals who work with the Generals and the File Leaders. The File Leaders work with smaller groups of men that could include scouts, pikemen, horsemen, redarms.

Guild eq varies. Field soldiers will be given a different set of eq from scouts. Weapons will differ according to ranks.

It is mandatory that all soldiers stay in uniform when on duty. Spot inspections are made to assure that troops are in uniform and they are keeping their uniforms clean and in good condition (repairs to uniforms can be made in camp).

(Last Updated: Wed Feb 19 02:08:00 EST 1997)