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Naming schemes for armies
« Topic Start: January 05, 2014, 07:37:34 PM »
Name: Naming schemes for armies


Summary: Currently it's possible to choose from different naming schemes for region lords as well as make custom names for government positions. What if the same were true for armies?

Details: Rulers and Generals can pick from a variety of naming schemes which will show different names for the Marshal and Vice Marshal

For example there could be a Roman theme, which will make the marshal Legatus and the vice marshal Centurian.

Themes could also be based on the army's purpose. A force reserved for courtiers could be given a police theme. The marshal would be called Chief Inspector and the vice marshal Constable.

Benefits: Allows players to flesh out themes they have in mind for armies. Fuels roleplay potential and conflict by making the function and status of players more clear. For example the Chief Inspector of the royal police might try to order an idle knight of the combat army to help him with police work. The knight balks at this and tells the Inspector he's man of war who doesn't take orders from the police. Argument ensues, duels, blood feuds!

Possible Exploits: Purely thematic so no real way to exploit it. However like the realm council positions it should be open to player protest for inappropriate or silly names.