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Published: 2012-02-27 02:56:31 +0000 UTC; Views: 1266; Favourites: 21; Downloads: 16
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Description As the followers of Romulus multiplied in numbers, so did they grow in military strength. Under the guidance of the prophet, simple wasteland scavengers were transformed into formidable machines of war. While the pillaging heathens of the deserts wielded rusted machine guns and scarred rifles, the Romek Legionnaires forged their own expertly crafted weapons of a bygone age. Warriors who fall in battle do so with pride and joy, for their electronic souls are gathered and taken to the eternal digital paradise. With righteous swords and blessed shields, the Legionnaires charged into battle with unbridled fury…

Light Infantry Types:

Ancient Soldier

With finely-crafted armor and simple, versatile weapons, the ancient soldiers of the Romek Legions fought at close range and with great strength and speed. The Romeks feel pain just as a man, but it serves only to make them angrier and more aggressive. Paying no heed to casualties or wounds, the soldiers hacked, chopped, and smashed their way to victory until their enemies would rather kill themselves than face the blades of their mighty axes.

Ancient Zealot

Among the mekka ranks are legionnaires even more fanatic and aggressive than all the others. Their blind recklessness made them very poor fighters, but a solution was soon devised. Their bodies were equipped with swifter legs, adorned with holy garments and ornaments, and strapped with tanks of volatile napalm. After copious prayers, the prestigious Romek Zealots march to battle in front of all the other troops. With a cry of rage, the zealots charge into the enemy ranks and engulf them in a holy fire…

Modern Soldier

When the Romek Empire goes on the march once again, the Legions boast armored vehicles and warriors far superior to the common soldier. As such, the countless multitudes of soldiers cease to be the cornerstone of the imperial army, and serve only as expendable cannon fodder to be sacrificed on the front line. Still, the soldiers serve their purpose, and have been refitted with modernized equipment such as rifles, improved armor, and radio communication gear for scouting purposes. Rather than permitting the souls of fallen soldiers into paradise, the overseers simply recycle them again and again, keeping heaven always just beyond their reach.

Modern Zealot

While the ancient zealot was a proud and fear-inspiring warrior, the modern zealot is a constant target. Enemy snipers delight in shooting the vulnerable suicide troops while still near their own Romek comrades, and trenchline defenders will do everything in their power to destroy them before they can reach an adequate attack range. As such, the zealot is a paranoid, skittish unit that relies on stealth and deception to reach its target. They wield small firearms as a meager defense against attackers, and wear armor made to resemble a regular soldier’s. They often lay in wait beneath ruined structures for advancing enemies, then rush into their midst in a last-ditch attempt to destroy them.
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Comments: 15

losthomeneveragain [2013-04-14 15:08:42 +0000 UTC]

Nice job on the Legionnaires. The Romek Empire is, so far, my favorite faction in Tranquillus. I hope to see more of them soon, possibly.

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Dandabug In reply to losthomeneveragain [2013-04-14 16:02:49 +0000 UTC]

All for the Empire!! I haven't been as active on DA recently, but hope to upload a lot of the drawings I've been working on all this time at some point in the near future - you will see a lot more of the Romeks when I do, with several pieces like this one that depict the ancient, glorious Legions with their tyrannical modern-day counterparts. I also want to do some descriptive cultural pieces that portray the Romeks as something other than the usual mindless Skynet automatons, which I hope will make them more interesting.

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losthomeneveragain In reply to Dandabug [2013-04-14 16:21:09 +0000 UTC]

Ah, that really sucks, but at least I'll get to see more work. I will also be very glad to see the Romek, since I find them to be fairly interesting, as well as the Kanid. I really like the design for both the ancient legions and modern-day ones. I think you did a really good job at designing them. I find it interesting how the Romek currency is knowledge. I'd be very interested to see their culture, and I am already intrigued, so I can't wait to see more.

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Jackieblu [2012-10-03 21:43:50 +0000 UTC]

Looks like general grievous had a few cousins

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Dandabug In reply to Jackieblu [2012-10-04 22:27:23 +0000 UTC]

Haha, that he did! He'd probably fit in quite well, with his unyielding militaristic ingenuity and love of mechanical discipline.

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Jackieblu In reply to Dandabug [2012-10-04 22:35:32 +0000 UTC]

and robot asthma

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Keithwormwood [2012-03-16 01:00:15 +0000 UTC]

Great variance on the details of a series tied together by a common thread.

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Dandabug In reply to Keithwormwood [2012-03-16 01:54:10 +0000 UTC]

Your divine praise is greatly appreciated! I'm very glad this piece was able to draw your attention, and that the unique designs of these units reflect both their specialization and unity.

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Kasdren [2012-03-15 03:31:38 +0000 UTC]

The designs of the characters are interesting and unique.

I find it interesting that you have two versions of both units to provide a sense of history and time progression (even though the people do not live in a area that has a normal sense of time).

If these beings are able to live for a long amount of time, then how shocking would it be for a damaged ancient warrior to be discovered my the modern empire troops; then to be recycled into the modern army? Might be a bit too shocking? Since there is such a time and technology difference. Heck it might even prefer to carry along a melee weapon and a gun into battle.

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Dandabug In reply to Kasdren [2012-03-15 04:51:18 +0000 UTC]

I love the detailed response! I can tell you have really begun to delve into this bizarre world of mine. I actually have some plans for a point in the story when a modern troop squad stumbles across an entire vault buried beneath the sands, containing a legion of ancient warriors. The concept of past and present colliding in strange and unusual ways is one of my favorite things about this story, and I intend to explore the idea a lot.

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Kasdren In reply to Dandabug [2012-03-22 06:28:05 +0000 UTC]

I am glad that you liked the response!

Could definitely see there being some kind of issue between old and new soldiers. Who knows, their belief system might be outdated... like a Microsoft operating system every 2 years...
Hmmm... who would rank higher in the command structure too? The old or the new? Officers might collide with their command structure differences and combat strategies... Which could be useful if the enemy does not expect such an old force...


A mix between the old and the new may yield some specialized units... Stealth units. How else would the old guys get a killing blow on the enemy?


So many thoughts! Whenever someone shows me ideas and a direction they want to take something, I usually have no trouble generating thoughts. Would not mind being someone you can bounce ideas with. Usually helps me when working on detailed things.

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Dandabug In reply to Kasdren [2012-03-22 16:26:11 +0000 UTC]

Great minds think alike! You make for a great concept-crafter, and it's really fun to discuss these things with you. I'll have to check out some of your stuff again and we'll exchange ideas on all fronts!

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Kasdren In reply to Dandabug [2012-03-24 02:29:37 +0000 UTC]

Ok cool!
Will look forward to idea pitching/crafting/sharing!

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masterfedora [2012-03-13 09:30:29 +0000 UTC]

I really like the design. This is cool.

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Dandabug In reply to masterfedora [2012-03-13 15:22:56 +0000 UTC]

Thank you! I'm glad you like it.

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