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The navy maintains two major ports, at [[Leukish]] and [[Nyrstran]], each with the capability to "service the ships and have the supplies on hand to quickly build another eight ships should the replacements become needed."<ref name=dousite /><ref name=meta105>''Duchy of Urnst Meta-Organization Book'' (2007 v1)([[RPGA]]), p.105</ref> | The navy maintains two major ports, at [[Leukish]] and [[Nyrstran]], each with the capability to "service the ships and have the supplies on hand to quickly build another eight ships should the replacements become needed."<ref name=dousite /><ref name=meta105>''Duchy of Urnst Meta-Organization Book'' (2007 v1)([[RPGA]]), p.105</ref> | ||
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=== Ranks === | === Ranks === | ||
Members of the Ducal Navy are broadly grouped into one of four categories:<ref>''Duchy of Urnst Meta-Organization Book'' (2007 v1)([[RPGA]]), p.109-117</ref> | Members of the Ducal Navy are broadly grouped into one of four categories:<ref>''Duchy of Urnst Meta-Organization Book'' (2007 v1)([[RPGA]]), p.109-117</ref> | ||
Latest revision as of 09:25, 11 April 2025
 | This article is about a topic found primarily or only in the RPGA's Living Greyhawk campaign (2000-2008). While it is officially sanctioned and is frequently based on officially published material, it may be considered unofficial or non-canonical to the setting. |
| Ducal Navy | |
|---|---|
| Type: | Military |
| Headquarters: | Leukish |
| Allies: | House Kaste House Kilbourne |
| Enemies: | Rivalry with the Ducal Guard |
The Ducal Navy’s task is to ensure the safety of the Duchy of Urnst and protect the ships of the merchant houses on the Nyr Dyv and its tributaries.[1]
In the Living Greyhawk campaign, the duchy's national navy was originally only lore or background information developed through 593 CY (2003), [2] but was later developed into a meta-organization player characters could join. The organization was first previewed as a meta-org in 2005-2006[3] and became available to players in 2007.[4]
Members
Notable individuals
- Fleet Admiral Tirrek Mourine—commands the Nyrstran fleet[2][4]
- Fleet Admiral Gervrin Wern—commands the Leukish fleet.[2][4]
- Admiral Rivan Lourik—based in Leukish and operates the Duchy of Urnst Naval Academy, the Docks of Leukish and the supplies.[2]
- Admiral Tellor Kaste—"naval hero" and a legend in the navy.[4]
Headquarters
The navy maintains two major ports, at Leukish and Nyrstran, each with the capability to "service the ships and have the supplies on hand to quickly build another eight ships should the replacements become needed."[2][5]
Structure
Ranks
Members of the Ducal Navy are broadly grouped into one of four categories:[6]
Officers
- Fleet Admiral
- Admiral of the Leukish fleet and Admiral of the Nyrstran fleet, who each command all the ships based in their respective ports.
- Admiral
- In addition to other duties, some admirals run operations like the Duchy of Urnst Naval Academy, individual docks, or ports.[2]
- Post Captain
- Post Captains hold a permanent command, earning the Navy’s respect. They are typically assigned to Greatships or Dromonds, signifying their high status. Insignia: A Rampant Golden Bear on Crossed Anchors on a Silver Six Pointed Star bearing a Trident.
- Commander (Captain)
- Commanders have earned the rank to captain a ship but must apply to the Admiralty, often facing delays or temporary assignments. Captains hold absolute authority over their vessel and crew, whether at sea or in port. Leadership styles vary from harsh warriors to empathetic leaders, though some captains have bought their commissions, often to the detriment of their crew in battle. Insignia: A Rampant Golden Bear on Crossed Anchors on a Silver Six Pointed Star.
- Lieutenant
- Enforces the Captain’s orders and oversee daily operations aboard a ship. Each manages a watch or the Marine contingent, with one designated as First Lieutenant, who outranks the others. They may also serve as temporary captains of prize ships until reaching port. Insignia: A Rampant Golden Bear on Crossed Anchors on a Silver Triangle.
- Ensign
- The lowest officers in the Ducal Navy, are recent graduates of the Navy Academy in Leukish. They have minimal responsibilities, focusing on learning and furthering their education. Insignia: Anchor and a Rampant Golden Bear on a Silver Triangle.
Spell Casters
- Senior Caster
- Senior Casters are experienced spellcasters placed on front-line ships like Greatships or Dromonds. They command Ship Arcanists and Ship Priests, and although they hold a rank similar to an Ensign, they don’t command Sailors or Marines. Their expertise makes them valuable advisers to the Captain. Insignia: Three stars forming a triangle, broad side down, with a larger star in the center over an Anchor.
- Ship Arcanist
- Ship Arcanists, usually present on every ship (with more on larger vessels), use their magic in various ways, including espionage, deception, manipulation of enemy tactics, and combat spells. They also serve as advisers, particularly against enemy spellcasters, and are highly respected by the crew for their expertise. Insignia: none
- Ship Priest
- Ship Priests serve dual roles: during peaceful times, they counsel the crew, lead prayers to Xerbo, and seek Osprem's support. In battle, they heal the crew, repair the ship, and invoke divine wrath on enemies. After the Temple Coalition Revolt, their numbers dwindled, making them highly sought after by captains. Insignia: Holy Symbol of their god
Marines
- Marine Sargent
- Marine Sergeants lead the Marine contingent on a ship, providing leadership during battles and ensuring the protection of the Captain and staff from potential insurrection. Insignia: Crossed Cutlasses
- Marine
- The Marines, while a small portion of the Ducal Navy, are the core of boarding parties, specializing in combat and handling the heaviest fighting during battles. Paid directly by the Admiralty, they maintain high morale regardless of the crew’s. Though primarily fighters, their ranks also occasionally include barbarians, rangers, and paladins. Insignia: Cutlass
Sailors
- Senior Mate
- The Senior Mate, second only to the Captain, is crucial to a ship's operation. Highly skilled and knowledgeable, they efficiently delegate tasks to Mates and motivate the crew to ensure everything runs smoothly. The Senior Mate is at home on any vessel, navigating the Nyr Dyv or other deep waters of Oerth. Insignia: Knotted Rope & Star on a silver triangle
- Mate
- Mates oversee specific duties aboard the ship, with most being Boatswains who manage every ten Deckhands, ensuring tasks are completed (often with a knotted rope). Other specialists, like Artillerists, Blacksmiths, and Carpenters, handle their respective roles, with Artillerists supervising siege engines. Insignia: Knotted Rope on a silver triangle.
- Deckhand
- The majority of the Ducal Navy consists of Deckhands, who often serve as oarsmen on galleys. While pressed into service at times, they generally learn to accept their role. Deckhands eagerly anticipate shore leave, enjoying the vibrant ports of Leukish, Nyrstran, and Radigast City, where merchants, taverns, and entertainment await. Insignia: none
Resources
Ships
Only four of the following ships, Black Swan, Lady of Sculdan, Right of Savode, and River Jumper, were available for player characters to crew in the Living Greyhawk campaign.[4]
Some details changed between 2003-2006, including publication of Stormwrack (WotC, 2005), from which details for the types of ships were taken. Also, ship captains were given more specific rank rather than simply titled "Captain".[4]
| Admiral | Type | Name | Captain | Port |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Admiral Tirrek Mourine | Greatship | The Regal Falcon | Post Captain Mariel von Grox | Nyrstran |
| Greatship | The Jeweled Dragon | Post Captain Justinian Teranin | ||
| Greatship | The Silver Gull | Post Captain Grannt Emil | ||
| Dromond | Black Swan | Post Captain Karter Kaste | ||
| Galley | The Ruby Steed | Post Captain Karll Maulin | ||
| Caravel | The Noble Unicorn | Commander Verlin Keeve | ||
| Pinnace | The Honorable Eagle | Commander Rillin Toulan | ||
| Trireme | The Storm of Nystran | Commander Baolin du Sete | ||
| Trireme | The Lady of Sculdan | Commander Melin Meissel | ||
| Longship | Wind Dancer | Commander Remilan von Mossberg | ||
| Admiral Gervin Wern | Greatship | The Golden Serpent | Post Captain Erlis Reede | Leukish |
| Greatship | The Marching Bear | Post Captain Drevis Kilbourne | ||
| Dromond | The River of Palten | Post Captain Arton Kaste | ||
| Dromond | The Hull of Molk | Post Captain Joln Wilhelm | ||
| Trireme | The Mine of Koken | Post Captain Revin Kaste | ||
| Pinnace | The Honor of Hellstein | Commander Kurkin Morris | ||
| Trireme | The Oars of Eschen | Commander Raxon Maulin | ||
| Trireme | The Glory of Seltaren | Commander Gilonian von Reule | ||
| Trireme | The Right of Savode | Commander Balis Grek | ||
| Trireme | The Helm of Altenmaure | Commander Kerrik Pelavin | ||
| Trireme | The Wave of Kehle | Commnader Delvin Mossine | ||
| Trireme | The Shield of Seren | Commander Nerrik Welmen | ||
| Trireme | The Spear of Leukish | Command Elidov Mentin | ||
| Trireme | The Force of Bessenland | Commander Anex du'Sey | ||
| Longship | Storm Chaser | Commander Elsper Kaste (female) | ||
| Longship | River Jumper | Commander Merin Farhair (halfling) | ||
| Longship | Wave Runner | Commander Korl von Her | ||
| The names above are transcribed directly from the original source.[4] However, by naval custom, "the" is not part of a ship's proper name, though it is often used informally The table makes clear when a definite article is or is not used with a ship's name informally. | ||||
Creative origins
The Ducal Navy meta-organization for Living Greyhawk was originally created by Bryan Kelley and Brad Street. It was later edited in 2006 (ver. 1.1) by Denise Mauldin and George Rashi.[7]
References
Notes
Citations
- ↑ Duchy of Urnst Meta-Organization Book (2007 v1)(RPGA), p.105-121
- ↑ a b c d e f Duchy of Urnst | Navy. LG Duchy of Urnst regional Triad , April 21, 2003. Archived from the original on March 10, 2005. Retrieved on 29 March 2025.
- ↑ Duchy of Urnst Meta-Organization Book (2006)(RPGA), p.91
- ↑ a b c d e f g h Duchy of Urnst Meta-Organization Book (2007 v1)(RPGA), p.121
- ↑ Duchy of Urnst Meta-Organization Book (2007 v1)(RPGA), p.105
- ↑ Duchy of Urnst Meta-Organization Book (2007 v1)(RPGA), p.109-117
- ↑ Duchy of Urnst Meta-Organization Book (2007 v1)(RPGA), p.105
Bibliography
Encyclopedia Greyhawkania Index
The Encyclopedia Greyhawkania Index (EGI) is based on previous work of Jason Zavoda through '08, continued by numerous other fans. The EGI article has a list of sources, product names, abbreviations, and a link to the full, downloadable index.
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