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Aerslaent

2026-05-23T22:44:05Z

Cevichelemon:

'''Aerslaent''', meaning "first land", is a remote archipelago in [[The Northern Empty]] said to be the homeland of the [[Sea Wolves]] tribe of [[Roegadyn]]. It is not currently accessible in-game through a playable zone, instanced area, or other format, unlike its' southern neighbor, [[Old Sharlayan|Sharlayan]].<ref>Encyclopedia Eorzea, "The Northern Empty", page 013: "...the Northern Empty--a vast body of water almost entirely void of islands, save for two major chains. The first, and northern-most, is a remote archipelago known as Aerslaent ("first land")--homeland of the Sea Wolf Tribe of Roegadyn."</ref>

==Geography==
Very little is known about the land itself, aside from the climate observed in other areas of [[The Northern Empty]].

==History==
At an unknown point of the [[Sixth Astral Era]], the ancestors of the [[Hellsguard]] tribe crossed the sea to [[Aldenard]] to settle in the mountains of modern-day [[Abalathia's Spine]]. The question of ''why'' they left is just as unclear as ''when''.<ref>Encyclopedia Eorzea, "The Roegadyn: History", page 088: "Many, many years prior to this, an entirely different group of Roegadyn had crossed over to the continent and settled in the mountains, where their descendants - the Hellsguard - reside to this day."</ref>

In year 874 of the [[Sixth Astral Era]], a group of [[Roegadyn]]—ancestors to the modern-day [[Sea Wolves]]—set sail from Aerslant aboard a ship called the Galadion. This splinter tribe, who would one day be partially responsible for the founding of [[Limsa Lominsa]], was "the last of a mighty armada" now fleeing retribution after taking part in an unsuccessful rebellion against the ruling "tyrant" kings. With their ship damaged and their enemies ruling the shoreline, they turned the Galadion southward in search of a new home.<ref>Encyclopedia Eorzea, "The Founding of a City", page 095.</ref>

==Culture==
Although details are somewhat sparse about the relationship Aerslaent has with the in-game nations of the modern day, known records indicate that the original [[Languages/Roegadyn Dictionary|Roegadyn language]] is still alive and well in Aerslaent.<ref>Encyclopedia Eorzea,"The Roegadyn:Tongue"</ref> A species of [[Troll]] brought to the settlement of [[Labyrinthos]] in [[Old Sharlayan]] has also been identified as originating from Aerslaent, and is said to be part of a rite of passage for natives of the land hoping to earn the right to "board the longships."<ref>[[Troll Card]] "An Aerslaent fiend of towering height, a troll's upper body is covered in bristly hairs, while its lower half is exposed skin with the hardened appearance of pinecone. To the Roegadyn of its home island, this beast is seen as a rite of passage, for those who can defeat one are granted license to board the longships.</ref>

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Nhalmasque

2026-05-23T22:42:45Z

Cevichelemon:

'''Nhalmasque''' was a small kingdom in the northlands of [[Ilsabard]]. During the invasion by the [[Garlean Empire]] in 1517, they were bombarded and subsequently crushed by the newly minted [[Airship]] force in a terrifying display of power.<ref>Encyclopaedia Eorzea: Volume I, mentioned as 'Dalmasca'. Encyclopaedia Eorzea: Volume II p. 062 specifies it to be 'Nhalmasque'.</ref>

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Landis

2026-05-23T22:41:44Z

Cevichelemon:

'''Landis''', formerly the ''Republic of Landis'', is a nation located in Ilsabard and conquered by the [[Garlean Empire]].

Tacticians of Landis have tamed beasts for generations, and the country is also known for its mage-knights from the city of Mannatheihwo.<ref name=":0">[[Field Notes on Sartauvoir]]</ref>

=== History ===

==== Fall of the Republic of Landis ====
The Republic of Landis was conquered by the [[Garlean Empire]] more than 30 years ago.

Landis was the homeland of [[Basch van Gabranth]] and his son [[Noah van Gabranth]]. A knight of Landis, [[Basch van Gabranth|Basch]] bent the knee to the empire.<ref>[[Marsak]] when asked about the IVth Legion after completion of [[The Bozja Incident]]</ref>

==== March on Dalmasca ====
30 years ago, Basch found and enlisted the mage-knights of Mannatheihwo such as [[Sartauvoir Soranus]] for the empire's march on [[Dalmasca]] to counter [[Dalmasca]]'s sorcerers.

After the successful invasion of [[Bozja]], the IVth was ordered by [[Solus zos Galvus|Emperor Solus]] to proceed to their next target, the [[Dalmasca|Kingdom of Dalmasca]]. Legatus [[Basch van Gabranth]] secretly feared [[Dalmasca]]'s war mages and─seeking to fight fire with fire, as it were─hatched a plan to form his own contingent of powerful sorcerers. To accomplish this, he set his eyes on the subjugated former Republic of Landis─in particular, Mannatheihwo, the only city in the republic to boast its own company of mage-knights. Though it was common practice for the Garleans to disband the knight companies of the nations it conquered and absorb them into the imperial army, their hatred of all things magical compelled them to quash the mage-knights of Mannatheihwo entirely. Fearing for their lives, these sorcerers had fled their homes and scattered across once-proud Landis. Knowing this, Legatus [[Noah van Gabranth|Gabranth]] set out in search of them.<ref name=":0" />

==== Imperial Occupation ====
In the decades since [[Garlean Empire|Garlemald]] conquered Landis, its cities such as Abdella have returned to a happy normalcy under imperial rule.<ref>[[Field Notes on Bwagi]]</ref>

With the collapse of the [[IVth Imperial Legion|IVth Legion]] after [[Save the Queen|Save The Queen]], and the collapse of [[Garlean Empire|Garlemald]] after the [[Final Days]], it is unclear what has happened to Landis since.

== Locations ==

==== [[Arnsbeirgs]] ====

==== [[Mons Falconis]] ====

==== [[Abdella]] ====

==== [[Mannatheihwo]] ====

== References ==
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Landis

2026-05-23T22:39:49Z

Cevichelemon: Created page with "'''Landis''', formerly the ''Republic of Landis'', is a nation located in Ilsabard and conquered by the Garlean Empire. Tacticians of Landis have tamed beasts for generations, and the country is also known for its mage-knights from the city of Mannatheihwo.<ref name=":0">Field Notes on Sartauvoir</ref> === History === ==== Fall of the Republic of Landis ==== The Republic of Landis was conquered by the Garlean Empire more than 30 years ago. Landis was the..."

'''Landis''', formerly the ''Republic of Landis'', is a nation located in Ilsabard and conquered by the [[Garlean Empire]].

Tacticians of Landis have tamed beasts for generations, and the country is also known for its mage-knights from the city of Mannatheihwo.<ref name=":0">[[Field Notes on Sartauvoir]]</ref>

=== History ===

==== Fall of the Republic of Landis ====
The Republic of Landis was conquered by the [[Garlean Empire]] more than 30 years ago.

Landis was the homeland of [[Basch van Gabranth]] and his son [[Noah van Gabranth]]. A knight of Landis, [[Basch van Gabranth|Basch]] bent the knee to the empire.<ref>[[Marsak]] when asked about the IVth Legion after completion of [[The Bozja Incident]]</ref>

==== March on Dalmasca ====
30 years ago, Basch found and enlisted the mage-knights of Mannatheihwo such as [[Sartauvoir Soranus]] for the empire's march on [[Dalmasca]] to counter [[Dalmasca]]'s sorcerers.

After the successful invasion of [[Bozja]], the IVth was ordered by [[Solus zos Galvus|Emperor Solus]] to proceed to their next target, the [[Dalmasca|Kingdom of Dalmasca]]. Legatus [[Basch van Gabranth]] secretly feared [[Dalmasca]]'s war mages and─seeking to fight fire with fire, as it were─hatched a plan to form his own contingent of powerful sorcerers. To accomplish this, he set his eyes on the subjugated former Republic of Landis─in particular, Mannatheihwo, the only city in the republic to boast its own company of mage-knights. Though it was common practice for the Garleans to disband the knight companies of the nations it conquered and absorb them into the imperial army, their hatred of all things magical compelled them to quash the mage-knights of Mannatheihwo entirely. Fearing for their lives, these sorcerers had fled their homes and scattered across once-proud Landis. Knowing this, Legatus [[Noah van Gabranth|Gabranth]] set out in search of them.<ref name=":0" />

==== Imperial Occupation ====
In the decades since [[Garlean Empire|Garlemald]] conquered Landis, its cities such as Abdella have returned to a happy normalcy under imperial rule.<ref>[[Field Notes on Bwagi]]</ref>

With the collapse of the [[IVth Imperial Legion|IVth Legion]] after [[Save the Queen|Save The Queen]], and the collapse of [[Garlean Empire|Garlemald]] after the [[Final Days]], it is unclear what has happened to Landis since.

=== Locations ===

==== [[Arnsbeirgs]] ====

==== [[Mons Falconis]] ====

==== [[Abdella]] ====

==== [[Mannatheihwo]] ====

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2026-05-23T22:03:29Z

Cevichelemon: added Nhalmasque, Landis, and Aerslaent

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Werlyt

2026-05-23T21:59:23Z

Cevichelemon: Added lots of lore

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==Zones==
===Werlyt===
:''Main article: [[Terncliff]]''

== Lore ==

=== Flag ===
Before being conquered by the Garlean Empire, Werlyt's national flag bore the royal family's symbol. But with no royals left and the now-freed Werlytians transitioning to a republic instead of monarchy, they are currently working on a new flag design.<ref name=":0">[[Encyclopædia Eorzea]] Volume III</ref>

=== Industries ===
Werlyt's main industries are livestock (primarily cattle), dairy, fishing, and mining.

==== Fishing ====
Werlyt's coastline has many cliffs, so the fishing trade is focused on just a few port cities.

==== Mining ====
Mining was centered in the northern mountains, but with [[Garlean Empire|Garlemald]] now having left the region, the Werlytians don't have the [[Ceruleum]] to power their mining equipment anymore and are currently engaged in negotiations with [[Ul'dah]] to trade for some.<ref name=":0" />

=== Diet ===
The Werlytians are famous for their stews made using beef, dairy products, and seafood, and also have intermingled wheat-based cuisine with rice introduced by the [[Au Ra]].<ref name=":0" />

=== Religion ===
The [[Garlean Empire|Empire]] discouraged religious worship, but the faith of Werlyt is a polytheistic one. They worship thirteen gods, and their faith is thought to be influenced mainly by [[The Twelve]] of nearby [[Eorzea]], as well as the mythology of [[Corvos]] to the east.<ref name=":0" />

=== Racial Distribution ===
Ilsabardian Hyur: 80%

Near Eastern Au Ra: 15%

Other: 5%

=== History ===

==== Founding of Werlyt ====
In ages past, the western reaches of [[Ilsabard]] were home to various [[Hyur]] tribes that fought in a ceaseless cycle of war and peace. Some [[Hyur]] tribes traveled west across the [[Ghimlyt Dark|Ghimlyt]] land bridge into [[Eorzea]] to pillage, but once the nation of [[Ala Mhigo]] was founded their efforts came to a halt as the city-state became a shield against further incursions.

[[Au Ra]] from [[Corvos]] arrived in western [[Ilsabard]], taking the opportunity to conquer the [[Hyur]] tribes who were exhausted from the region's ceaseless conflict. The [[Au Ra]] allied with some tribes and subjugated others, forming the nation of Werlyt. The [[Au Ra]] knew that even their alchemical and magical knowledge would not be enough to fight the [[Hyur|Hyurs]]' sheer numbers, so conceded kingship of their new nation to the [[Hyur]]. Some [[Hyur]] would go on to view their new [[Au Ra]] neighbors as powerful allies, but others never stopped seeing them as invaders.<ref name=":0" />

==== Imperial Occupation under the XIVth Legion ====
The fledgling nation would not know peace, for fifty years ago Werlyt was conquered by the rising [[Garlean Empire]]. The region became a supplier of food and ore for the imperial war machine, and the people of Werlyt toiled for thirty years in harsh conditions. When the Empire began a second campaign in [[Othard]], many of the forces occupying Werlyt were called to the eastern front. With the occupiers' numbers diminished, Werlytian rebels rose up and killed the imperial viceroy. Their dreams of freedom were fleeting as the young [[Gaius van Baelsar]] led [[Garlean Empire|Garlean]] forces of the [[XIVth Imperial Legion]] against the rebels at Werlyt's capital and restored [[Garlean Empire|Garlean]] order.

[[Gaius van Baelsar|Gaius]] became the new viceroy of Werlyt, and upon reflecting on the conditions that led to the Werlytians' uprising, he knew that drastic changes would need to be made to prevent another rebellion. [[Gaius van Baelsar|Gaius]] made several reforms, such as recruiting individuals based on merit rather than their race or social status, more evenly distributed funds to new infrastructure like roads and ports, and began a compulsory education system for the youth of Werlyt. For the next twenty years, [[Gaius van Baelsar|Gaius]]'s order lasted in the region.<ref name=":0" />

==== Epidemic in Werlyt ====
There was an epidemic in Werlyt 10 years prior to [[The Sorrow of Werlyt]]<ref name=":1">[[The Sorrow of Werlyt]]</ref>

==== Imperial Occupation under the VIIth Legion ====
[[Gaius van Baelsar|Gaius]] and the [[XIVth Imperial Legion|XIVth Legion]] led the imperial invasion into Werlyt's neighbor [[Eorzea]], and the consequences of that failed invasion led to [[Gaius van Baelsar|Gaius]] becoming unable to fulfill his duties as viceroy. He was replaced by [[Valens van Varro]] and the [[VIIth Imperial Legion]]. [[Valens van Varro|Valens]] undid all of the good that [[Gaius van Baelsar|Gaius]] did for Werlyt and worse; forced labor, imprisonment, and executions became the norm. [[Valens van Varro|Valens]] was content to bleed the resources and people of Werlyt dry, something condemned even by some of his own countrymen.

With the assassination of Emperor [[Varis zos Galvus]], the [[Garlean Empire]] was thrown into chaos as various parties fought for the imperial throne. [[Valens van Varro|Valens]] restarted the [[XIVth Imperial Legion|XIVth Legion]]'s failed Weapons project, creating new Garlean magitek based on the [[The Ultima Weapon|Ultima Weapon]] that Gaius had used. He planned to use them to march into [[Garlemald]] and claim the throne for himself. [[Valens van Varro|Valens]] was fought by the [[Warrior of Light]], the redemptive [[Gaius van Baelsar|Gaius]], and the orphaned children that he had planned on being the Weapons' pilots. After his death, Werlyt finally found itself free of imperial occupation.<ref name=":1" />

==== Werlyt after Imperial Occupation ====
Werlyt is currently run by an interim government, comprised of representatives from several anti-Imperial factions, and the assistance of [[Gaius van Baelsar]] who has now dedicated himself to the restoration of Werlyt.<ref name=":1" />

With no royals left, the now-freed Werlytians have begun transitioning to a republic instead of monarchy.<ref name=":0" />

=== Locations ===

==== [[Terncliff]] ====
A seaside town in southern Werlyt

==== Castrum Collinum ====
The imperial stronghold in Werlyt

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Gaius van Baelsar

2026-05-23T20:46:25Z

Cevichelemon: werlyt hyperlink

{{Otheruses|the npc|the dungeon boss|Gaius van Baelsar (boss)}}
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| name = Gaius Baelsar
| description = "He who cannot preserve the sovereignty of his nation is unfit to rule it."

Legatus of the XIVth Imperial Legion, Gaius is a pure-blooded Garlean of fifty-six summers possessed of a natural flair for wartime command, perhaps equaled only by his sensibilities as a governing administrator. Known as the Black Wolf, his many accomplishments include the conquest and political assimilation of five enemy cities. In subjugating Ala Mhigo, he employed subterfuge to stoke the fires of civil unrest, a masterstroke which led to the nation's capture without the need for a protracted siege. Though he remained in Ala Mhigo as the imperial viceroy, he began to move against Eorzea again shortly following the Calamity. Gaius fights as would become a hero of the Empire, valiantly wielding Terminus Est, a most difficult and deadly battle technique. 
Heirsbane: Midas nan Garlond sent Heirsbane to his dear friend Gaius when the latter attained the rank of legatus. The gunblade is said to have spilled the blood of nine aspirants to the crown in times past.
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==Quests Started==
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==Quests Involved In==
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{{quest list row|The Lominsan Envoy}}
{{quest list row|Lady of the Vortex}}
{{quest list row|Casing the Castrum}}
{{quest list row|Escape from Castrum Centri}}
{{quest list row|Operation Archon}}
{{quest list row|The Ultimate Weapon}}
{{quest list row|Ruby Doomsday}}
{{quest list row|Sleep Now in Sapphire}}
{{quest list row|Blood of Emerald}}
{{quest list row|Duty in the Sky with Diamond}}
{{quest list row|Forever at Your Side}}
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==Lore==
===A Realm Reborn===
{{quotation|https://na.finalfantasyxiv.com/lodestone/special/grandcompany/garlean_empire/|"Unworthy is the ruler whose subjects seek the solace of false gods." Legatus of the XIVth Legion, the imperial force currently occupying Ala Mhigo, van Baelsar is possessed of a natural flair for wartime command equaled perhaps only by his sensibilities as a governing administrator. Among his numerous accomplishments is the conquest of five enemy cities, the political conversion of which he also oversaw. In subjugating Ala Mhigo, van Baelsar employed subterfuge to stoke the fires of civil unrest, a masterstroke which led to the nation's capture without the need for a protracted siege. However, the unanticipated appearance of a primal shortly thereafter prompted the Empire to halt the legion's advance. The legatus has since remained in Ala Mhigo, where he rules as an imperial viceroy. Motto: He who cannot preserve the sovereignty of his nation is unfit to rule it. Weapon: Heirsbane—a gunblade said to have spilled the blood of nine aspirants to the crown.}}

===Shadowbringers===
{{quotation|Encyclopaedia Eorzea Volume III, p. 169|"I see now that true strength is not granted by others, but resides within us. Strength of character, of spirit, of resolve."

With his defeat at the hands of the [[Warrior of Light]] in [[Castrum Meridianum]], this former legatus of the [[XIVth Legion]] realized that he had long been a mere pawn in the [[Ascian]]s' plans. He swore revenge against them for his fallen comrades, taking up the mantle of Shadowhunter, and though his quest for vengeance would claim the masks of Altima and Deudalaphon, the hunt for Ascians was quickly set aside when he learned of the Empire's plans to produce the noxious weapon Black Rose.

En route to [[Garlemald]], Gaius crossed paths with [[Alphinaud]], forming an alliance to halt production of the deadly gas—and this was not his only unexpected encounter with the Scions. As he infiltrated the capital, Gaius chanced to meet [[Estinien]], and together they breached the imperial palace. There, they witnessed the assassination of Emperor [[Varis]] at the hands of [[Zenos]]. The rogue prince swiftly departed, and not moments later, imperial guards found Gaius standing over the late emperor's corpse.

His relationship with his home nation soured further when he discovered the previously abandoned Weapon project had been revived by the reformed [[VIIth Legion]], who planned to deploy their prototypes in an assault on [[Eorzea]]. Gaius set off for [[The Ghimlyt Dark|Ghimlyt]], hoping to warn the Eorzean Alliance before it was too late. There he found the Warrior of Light at the ready—this time, to stand with him against their common foe. In a tragic twist, the orphans Gaius once fostered would also be caught up in the conflict.

Now, at the age of fifty-six and with [[Werlyt]] freed from the imperial yoke, Gaius has joined hands with its interim government in efforts to restore the region.}}

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IVth Imperial Legion

2026-05-23T16:25:13Z

Cevichelemon: moved image

{{quotation|Encyclopaedia Eorzea Volume III, p. 172|One among the Garlean Empire's great legions, the IVth once held sway over imperial territories west of Doma—often referred to as the southern provinces—including Nagxia, Dalmasca, and Bozja.}}
[[File:Noah van Gabranth.png|thumb|Noah van Gabranth, Legatus of the IVth Legion]]
The '''IVth Imperial Legion''' was one of the military forces under the control of the [[Garlean Empire]]. The IVth Legion was responsible for the invasion of [[Dalmasca]], as well as maintaining a military presence in both [[Bozja]] and [[Dalmasca]].

==History==
{{quotation|Encyclopaedia Eorzea Volume III, p. 172|The IVth Imperial Legion is unique among Garlemald's many armies in that it is comprised primarily of foreign soldiers, a policy instated by Basch van Gabranth and continued by his son, Noah. The two hailed from the Republic of Landis, which, like so many other nations, fell before the might of the Empire. Basch was quick to bend the knee, ingratiating himself with the Emperor and earning a commanding rank in the military. The Gabranths' efforts would contribute greatly not only to the unification of the northern provinces and the Empire's campaign in the Far East, but the subjugation of Bozja and Dalmasca as well. Indeed, so great were their exploits that both achieved the title of "van," a rarity for those of non-Garlean lineage.

Under Basch and Noah's successive leadership, the IVth Legion valued an individual's ability above all else, welcoming anyone regardless of race, gender, or country of origin-a true meritocracy-and a similar philosophy was applied to the provinces under their rule. Emperor Varis was skeptical of this, however, believing it a sign that they harbored lofty and dangerous aspirations. In this he was correct, for Noah would one day seek to build a new nation all his own.}}

The IVth Legion was led by [[Noah van Gabranth]], and generally considered one of the strongest Legions in the Empire's military. Using their [[airship]]s and [[magitek]], the legion took city after city in Dalmasca until eventually only [[Nalbina Fortress]] remained. They were able to hold back the IVth Legion by erecting a magical barrier. It took over six moons, but eventually the fortress was conquered, at over seventy thousand Dalmascan soldiers lost. The IVth Legion'was able to maintain power over both Bozja and Dalmasca for over thirty years before being driven out of both regions by rebels and resistance forces, during which Dalmasca was razed to the ground in order to be made an example of. After Bozja fell, the fighting in what remained of Dalmasca escalated. Noah van Gabranth was murdered in the night and the compound set on fire. This was seen as the final straw for the IVth Legion. Following this, a majority of the Legion was defeated or captured, with only a small fraction of the members escaping or returning to [[Garlemald]].

The IVth Legion was originally under the command of [[Basch van Gabranth]] until his passing, when Noah van Gabranth inherited command. The legion is noted for being made up of the fewest pureblood Garleans of any Legion, with Noah stating that he wished to build a new world that rewards its people on excellence, not on birth status.

==Organization==
The IVth Legion consists of several forces under the command of [[Noah van Gabranth]], with his second in command of the legion being [[Menenius sas Lanatus]].

[[File:4thlegionorganizationalchart.png|thumb|Organizational chart of the IVth Legion during the events of [[Save the Queen|Save The Queen]]]]

'''Beastmaster Battalion'''

Led by [[Lyon rem Helsos]]. It consists of [[Beastmaster|beastmasters]] trained by Lyon himself, such as: [[Clarricie quo Priscus]], [[Pagaga quo Vochstein]], [[Hernais pyr Longus]] and [[Daguza oen Sus]]

'''Mage Regiment'''

Led by [[Sadr rem Albeleo]]. It consists of volunteers and conscripts trained and selected by Sadr, such as: [[Fabineau quo Soranus]], [[Sartauvoir quo Soranus]], [[Dyunbu pyr Potitus]]

[[Llofii pyr Potitus]], one of the optio under Sadr's command, would later go on to defect and join the [[Bozjan Resistance]].

Magitek employed by the Mage Regiment includes [[4th Legion Death Machine|Death Machines]], [[4th Legion Gunship|Gunships]], and [[4th Legion Scorpion|Scorpions]].

'''The Zealots'''

A group from a sect of the Church of Iocus known as the Sect of Germonique. Led by [[Field Notes on Gilbrisbert|Gilbrisbert quo Buteo]], the Zealots sacrifice their lives to summon [[Archaeodemon|Archaeodemons]] and Ultima Demons into the battlefield.

'''Onmyoji Brotherhood'''

Led by [[Field Notes on Yamatsumi|Yamatsumi pyr Urabe]]. A group of practitioners of Onmyodo, and relic hunters, who fled persecution in Doma. Finding safety in the IVth Legion territories, they have pledged their loyalty to [[Noah van Gabranth]].

'''Gabriel Series'''

Designed by [[Field Notes on Sicinius|Sicinus mal Vellutus]] and piloted by the hypertuned soldier [[Dabog aan Invisch|Dabog aan Inivisch]]. The [[:Category:Gabriel|Gabriel]] series of warmachina would prove to be a significant improvement on the battle when compared to its predecessor, the [[:Category:Helldiver|Helldiver]]

[[Dabog aan Invisch|Dabog aan Inivisch]] would go on to pilot the [[Gabriel (boss)|Gabriel]], [[Gabriel Plus]], [[Delta Gabriel Plus]], and the [[Delta Gabriel Kai]] over the course of the [[The Bozjan Southern Front|Bozjan Southern Front]] and [[Zadnor]] before being captured by the [[Bozjan Resistance]].

'''Other'''

Other units and magitek were employed by the IVth Legion, many of which began to appear as the Legion became increasingly desperate when pushed back into [[Zadnor]]. Several were designed or created by [[Field Notes on Sicinius|Sicinus mal Vellutus]] They include:

* [[4th Legion Infantry|Magitek Infantry]]
* [[4th Legion Avenger|Avengers]]
* [[4th Legion Colossus|Colossus]]
* [[4th Legion Rearguard|Rearguards]]
* [[Mark XIII-X Magitek Laborer|Laborer]]
* [[4th Legion Helldiver|Helldivers]]
* [[Dainsleif]]
* [[Brionac (boss)|Brionac]]
* [[4th Legion Hexadrone|Hexadrones]]
* [[Leucrocota]]
* [[4th Legion Armored Weapon|Armored Weapons]]

Also among these, conscripted and non-conscripted soldiers alike fight for the IVth Legion.

==Members==
*[[Basch van Gabranth]]
*[[Noah van Gabranth]]
*[[Lyon rem Helsos]]
*[[Misija Votyasch]]
*[[Clarricie quo Priscus]]
*[[Daguza oen Sus]]
*[[Pagaga quo Vochstein]]
*[[Hernais pyr Longus]]
*[[Sartauvoir quo Soranus]]
*[[Sadr rem Albeleo]]
*[[Fabineau quo Soranus]]
*[[Llofii pyr Potitus]]
*[[Dyunbu pyr Potitus]]
*[[Dabog aan Invisch]]
*[[Menenius sas Lanatus]]
*[[Field Notes on Yamatsumi|Yamatsumi pyr Urabe]]
*[[Field Notes on Gilbrisbert|Gilbrisbert quo Buteo]]
*[[Field Notes on Sicinius|Sicinus mal Vellutus]]

[[Category:Imperial Legions]]

IVth Imperial Legion

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{{quotation|Encyclopaedia Eorzea Volume III, p. 172|One among the Garlean Empire's great legions, the IVth once held sway over imperial territories west of Doma—often referred to as the southern provinces—including Nagxia, Dalmasca, and Bozja.}}
[[File:Noah van Gabranth.png|thumb|Noah van Gabranth, Legatus of the IVth Legion]]
The '''IVth Imperial Legion''' was one of the military forces under the control of the [[Garlean Empire]]. The IVth Legion was responsible for the invasion of [[Dalmasca]], as well as maintaining a military presence in both [[Bozja]] and [[Dalmasca]].

==History==
{{quotation|Encyclopaedia Eorzea Volume III, p. 172|The IVth Imperial Legion is unique among Garlemald's many armies in that it is comprised primarily of foreign soldiers, a policy instated by Basch van Gabranth and continued by his son, Noah. The two hailed from the Republic of Landis, which, like so many other nations, fell before the might of the Empire. Basch was quick to bend the knee, ingratiating himself with the Emperor and earning a commanding rank in the military. The Gabranths' efforts would contribute greatly not only to the unification of the northern provinces and the Empire's campaign in the Far East, but the subjugation of Bozja and Dalmasca as well. Indeed, so great were their exploits that both achieved the title of "van," a rarity for those of non-Garlean lineage.

Under Basch and Noah's successive leadership, the IVth Legion valued an individual's ability above all else, welcoming anyone regardless of race, gender, or country of origin-a true meritocracy-and a similar philosophy was applied to the provinces under their rule. Emperor Varis was skeptical of this, however, believing it a sign that they harbored lofty and dangerous aspirations. In this he was correct, for Noah would one day seek to build a new nation all his own.}}

The IVth Legion was led by [[Noah van Gabranth]], and generally considered one of the strongest Legions in the Empire's military. Using their [[airship]]s and [[magitek]], the legion took city after city in Dalmasca until eventually only [[Nalbina Fortress]] remained. They were able to hold back the IVth Legion by erecting a magical barrier. It took over six moons, but eventually the fortress was conquered, at over seventy thousand Dalmascan soldiers lost. The IVth Legion'was able to maintain power over both Bozja and Dalmasca for over thirty years before being driven out of both regions by rebels and resistance forces, during which Dalmasca was razed to the ground in order to be made an example of. After Bozja fell, the fighting in what remained of Dalmasca escalated. Noah van Gabranth was murdered in the night and the compound set on fire. This was seen as the final straw for the IVth Legion. Following this, a majority of the Legion was defeated or captured, with only a small fraction of the members escaping or returning to [[Garlemald]].

The IVth Legion was originally under the command of [[Basch van Gabranth]] until his passing, when Noah van Gabranth inherited command. The legion is noted for being made up of the fewest pureblood Garleans of any Legion, with Noah stating that he wished to build a new world that rewards its people on excellence, not on birth status.

[[File:4thlegionorganizationalchart.png|thumb|Organizational chart of the IVth Legion during the events of [[Save the Queen|Save The Queen]]]]

==Organization==
The IVth Legion consists of several forces under the command of [[Noah van Gabranth]], with his second in command of the legion being [[Menenius sas Lanatus]].

'''Beastmaster Battalion'''

Led by [[Lyon rem Helsos]]. It consists of [[Beastmaster|beastmasters]] trained by Lyon himself, such as: [[Clarricie quo Priscus]], [[Pagaga quo Vochstein]], [[Hernais pyr Longus]] and [[Daguza oen Sus]]

'''Mage Regiment'''

Led by [[Sadr rem Albeleo]]. It consists of volunteers and conscripts trained and selected by Sadr, such as: [[Fabineau quo Soranus]], [[Sartauvoir quo Soranus]], [[Dyunbu pyr Potitus]]

[[Llofii pyr Potitus]], one of the optio under Sadr's command, would later go on to defect and join the [[Bozjan Resistance]].

Magitek employed by the Mage Regiment includes [[4th Legion Death Machine|Death Machines]], [[4th Legion Gunship|Gunships]], and [[4th Legion Scorpion|Scorpions]].

'''The Zealots'''

A group from a sect of the Church of Iocus known as the Sect of Germonique. Led by [[Field Notes on Gilbrisbert|Gilbrisbert quo Buteo]], the Zealots sacrifice their lives to summon [[Archaeodemon|Archaeodemons]] and Ultima Demons into the battlefield.

'''Onmyoji Brotherhood'''

Led by [[Field Notes on Yamatsumi|Yamatsumi pyr Urabe]]. A group of practitioners of Onmyodo, and relic hunters, who fled persecution in Doma. Finding safety in the IVth Legion territories, they have pledged their loyalty to [[Noah van Gabranth]].

'''Gabriel Series'''

Designed by [[Field Notes on Sicinius|Sicinus mal Vellutus]] and piloted by the hypertuned soldier [[Dabog aan Invisch|Dabog aan Inivisch]]. The [[:Category:Gabriel|Gabriel]] series of warmachina would prove to be a significant improvement on the battle when compared to its predecessor, the [[:Category:Helldiver|Helldiver]]

[[Dabog aan Invisch|Dabog aan Inivisch]] would go on to pilot the [[Gabriel (boss)|Gabriel]], [[Gabriel Plus]], [[Delta Gabriel Plus]], and the [[Delta Gabriel Kai]] over the course of the [[The Bozjan Southern Front|Bozjan Southern Front]] and [[Zadnor]] before being captured by the [[Bozjan Resistance]].

'''Other'''

Other units and magitek were employed by the IVth Legion, many of which began to appear as the Legion became increasingly desperate when pushed back into [[Zadnor]]. Several were designed or created by [[Field Notes on Sicinius|Sicinus mal Vellutus]] They include:

* [[4th Legion Infantry|Magitek Infantry]]
* [[4th Legion Avenger|Avengers]]
* [[4th Legion Colossus|Colossus]]
* [[4th Legion Rearguard|Rearguards]]
* [[Mark XIII-X Magitek Laborer|Laborer]]
* [[4th Legion Helldiver|Helldivers]]
* [[Dainsleif]]
* [[Brionac (boss)|Brionac]]
* [[4th Legion Hexadrone|Hexadrones]]
* [[Leucrocota]]
* [[4th Legion Armored Weapon|Armored Weapons]]

Also among these, conscripted and non-conscripted soldiers alike fight for the IVth Legion.

==Members==
*[[Basch van Gabranth]]
*[[Noah van Gabranth]]
*[[Lyon rem Helsos]]
*[[Misija Votyasch]]
*[[Clarricie quo Priscus]]
*[[Daguza oen Sus]]
*[[Pagaga quo Vochstein]]
*[[Hernais pyr Longus]]
*[[Sartauvoir quo Soranus]]
*[[Sadr rem Albeleo]]
*[[Fabineau quo Soranus]]
*[[Llofii pyr Potitus]]
*[[Dyunbu pyr Potitus]]
*[[Dabog aan Invisch]]
*[[Menenius sas Lanatus]]
*[[Field Notes on Yamatsumi|Yamatsumi pyr Urabe]]
*[[Field Notes on Gilbrisbert|Gilbrisbert quo Buteo]]
*[[Field Notes on Sicinius|Sicinus mal Vellutus]]

[[Category:Imperial Legions]]

File:4thlegionorganizationalchart.png

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IVth Legion organizational chart

Garlean Empire

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[[File:Garlemald Banner.png|thumb|400px|The banner of the Garlean Empire.]]
{{otheruses|the in-game nation as a whole|the [[Endwalker]] zone|Garlemald}}
{{Quotation|https://na.finalfantasyxiv.com/lodestone/special/grandcompany/garlean_empire/|The Garlean Empire controls the majority of the Three Great Continents, the enormous landmass that encompasses [[Eorzea]]. Until some fifty years ago, Garlemald was a remote and sparsely populated nation which held little more than a fraction of the northern continent of [[Ilsabard]]. But with the arrival of a technological golden age and the concurrent emergence of a brilliant young legatus—now the reigning emperor—in the span of a single generation Garlemald established itself as one of the most formidable forces in all of [[Hydaelyn]]. Garlemald is unsurpassed in the field of magitek, a technology which it exploits with devastating effectiveness in warfare. Unperturbed by their lesser numbers, the Garleans went forth upon gigantic flying warships, bearing powerful weaponry the likes of which the world had never seen. One nation after the next fell before their relentless onslaught, first those of the northlands, followed by the sovereign states of the eastern continent, Othard. Employing suppression and conciliation in equal measure, Garlemald indoctrinated the peoples it conquered, thus integrating them into its ever-expanding territory. So it was that the Garlean Empire came into existence. In the year 1557 of the Sixth Astral Era, a mere thirty-six years from the Empire's founding, the Garleans brought their campaign of conquest to Eorzea, swiftly bringing the city-state of Ala Mhigo to its knees. Yet following the subjugation of Ala Mhigo, the Empire suddenly ceased its aggressive expansion. For more than a decade, the continent of Aldenard knew relative peace. In the year 1572, however, the Garlean army once again began its inexorable advance. Using the calamitous arrival of the Seventh Umbral Era to sinister advantage, the Empire prepares to gather the lands of Eorzea into its steely embrace...}}
The [[Garlean Empire]] is a nation located to the northeast of [[Eorzea]] in [[Garlemald]]. Specializing in magitek machinery, powered by a refined form of aether known as ceruleum, Garlemald is considered to be one of the most technologically advanced nations. However, this technological golden age fed Garlemald's hunger for conquest, and the once-sparsely populated nation became the empire it is known as today. The Empire is known for ruling with an iron fist, suppressing all—the "savages" of conquered lands most of all—who fall under its rule.

The Empire began its advance on Eorzea in the year 1556 of the Sixth Astral Era, invading and successfully conquering the nation of [[Ala Mhigo]]. After a pause to its aggressive expansion, this wave of Garlean might began again in the year 1572, this time aiming to claim the rest of Eorzea's lands.

Throughout ''[[Final Fantasy XIV]]'', the Garlean Empire serves as the major antagonist in the Warrior of Light's story.
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==About==
The Garlean Empire lays claim to nearly three-quarters of the Three Great Continents, Aldenard being the only region yet to fall entirely under imperial rule. Until some fifty years ago, Garlemald was a remote and sparsely populated republic which held little more than a fraction of the northern territories of Ilsabard. But with the arrival of a technological golden age and the concurrent emergence of a brilliant young legatus in the span of a single generation, Garlemald has come to stand upon the threshold of ruling all Hydaelyn.
<ref>Encyclopaedia Eorzea: Volume I, page 176</ref>

===Racial Distribution===
Garleans: 70%
Other: 30%

Note: These figures represent only the capital city of Garlemald, as well as only those with full citizenship. If all subjects were included, the percentages of true-blooded Garleans would be significantly reduced.

===Religion===
The Empire has banned religion, seeing it as a barbarian practice that all too often results in the summoning of primals. Many of the inhabitants of Garlemald proper are atheists, a fact attributable to their biological and spiritual inability to harbor and wield aether-based magicks. As theologians believe that religion can only truly develop alongside magic, it is little wonder that the Garleans are disinclined to keep any faith.

===Beliefs===
Following the invention of magitek, Garleans have come to hold efficiency in high regard, and the founding of the Empire has heralded the advent of a strict social hierarchy. Advancement has become an excessive measure of individual merit, and those aspiring to move upwards have carried Garlemald forward. However, there is also a marked tendency to look down upon the peoples of annexed territories, which has been the cause of much discord.

===Diet===
The winters of Garlemald are bitter, and the cultivation period short. Food that can keep, then, is a necessity. Simple and hearty fare is commonplace, such as stews of dried, salted, or even fermented meats and fish. In recent years, however, Garlemald has reaped the benefits of an empire, and the diverse foods of the provinces increasingly deck the Garlean table.

==Social Hierarchy==
The social hierarchy of the Garlean Empire is well-ordered and strict. Upon reaching adulthood, Garleans receive a title betwixt their forename and surname indicating their position within society. With the name Solus zos Galvus, for instance, the “zos” identifies him as Emperor. Naturally, should one’s rank or profession change, so does one’s title. The second Emperor was once named Varis yae Galvus, the “yae” marking him as a member of the royal family in the line of succession.

In the case of dual titles or occupations, a person is awarded the highest-ranking title. As a legatus, Varis could also have been called “van Galvus.” However, royal blood outweighed rank, and he remained “yae Galvus.”
<ref>Encyclopaedia Eorzea: Volume I, page 178</ref>
{| {{STDT|lore sortable}}
|-
! Category
!
! Example Position
! Primary Function
!Title
|-
| Royalty || || Emperor || Supreme ruler of the empire and all its holdings || Zos
|-
| || || Consanguineus Imperialis || Imperial prince, empress, empress dowager, and any other member of the royal family in line to succeed the imperial throne || Yae
|-
| || || Gens Imperiale || Imperial princess, spouses of royal family members, and all other royalty without claim to the imperial throne || Wir
|-
| Military || Marshals || Legatus Augustus || High commander of multiple legions || Van
|-
| || || Legatus Legionis<ref>Often just referred to as a "Legatus"</ref> || Commander of a legion ||
|-
| || Executive Officers || Tribunus Laticlavius || Leader of a legion's military tribunes, and second in command to the legatus || Tol
|-
| || || Tribunus Angusticlavius || One of a legion's military tribunes Assumes command of the secondary unit in the event a legion is split || Sas
|-
| || || Praefectus Castrorum || Commander of a castrum stationed in or near enemy territory, and the highest rank attainable by a citizen not of Garlean ancestry || Sas
|-
| || Senior Officers || Tribunus Militum || One of a legion's military tribunes and second in command to the Tribunus Laticlavus || Rem
|-
| || || Primus pilus || Commander of a legion's first cohort ||
|-
| || Officers || Pilus prior || Commander of a legion's remaining cohorts ||
|-
| || || Centurio || Commander of a middle-sized unit of infantry numbering one-hundred soldiers || Quo
|-
| || Petty Officers || Optio || A veteran soldier assigned to assist a centurion || Pyr
|-
| || || Tesserarius || Watch commander responsible with maintaining communication between officers and soldiers ||
|-
| || || Decurio || Commander of a small unit of infantry numbering ten soldiers ||
|-
| || Soldiers || Duplicarius || A veteran soldier || Oen
|-
| || || Legionarius || Regular infantry composed mostly of peoples of conquered territories seeking citizenship through service ||
|-
| Specialists || Senior Officers || Primus Architectus Magiteci || Chief imperial magitek engineer and Lord Provost of the Garlean Magitek Academy || Nan
|-
| || || Architectus Magiteci || A engineer specializing in magitek ||
|-
| || Officers || Praefectus Medicorum || High commander of imperial field medics || Mal
|-
| || || Praefectus Architectorum || High commander of the imperial field engineers ||
|-
| || || Primus medicus || First medic || Lux
|-
| || || Architectus Ordinum || Commander of a small unit of field engineers ||
|-
| || Petty Officers || Medicus Veteranus || Veteran field medic || Kir
|-
| || || Architectus Veteranus || Veteran engineer ||
|-
| || Soldiers || Medicus || Field Medic || Jen
|-
| || || Architectus || Field engineer assigned to tasks such as the building and maintenance of equipment, sapping, and airship piloting ||
|-
| Public Officials || Extraordinary Magistrates || Dictator || Temporary leader appointed only in times of emergency, and given all rights of the lord emperor || Iyl
|-
| || || Princeps senatus || Leader of the senate, wielding direct influence over the Consul ||
|-
| || Ordinary Magistrates || Consul || Highest elected official. Also serves as mayor of the imperial capital || Het
|-
| || || Praetor || Minister of law and second to the Consul ||
|-
| || || Tribunus plebis || A remnant of the old republic, serves as a representative of public citizens ||
|-
| || || Aedilis || Minister of city planning ||
|-
| || || Quaestor || Minister of state finances ||
|-
| || Provincial Magistrates || Censor || Supervisor of public morality || Goe
|-
| || || Rector || Ruler of an imperial province ||
|-
| || || Praeses || Ruler of an imperial territory ||
|-
| || Senior Intelligence Officials || Primus Frumentarius || Commander of local and foreign operatives ||
|-
| || Senior Officials || Praefectus || Supervisor of civil servants || Fae
|-
| || || Vicarius || Deputy to provincial rectors ||
|-
| || || Senator || Members of the Senate who worked to elect high-ranking magistrates ||
|-
| || Officials || Decemvir || Members of the Decemviri--a group of ten magistrates who adjudge litigation, distribute public lands, and write laws, amongst other tasks. || Eir
|-
| || || Auctor Palatinorum || Head of the imperial palace servants ||
|-
| || Intelligence Officials || Frumentarius || Local and foreign operatives ||
|-
| || Lower Officers || Eques || Basic civil servants || Dus
|-
| || || Lictor || Bodyguards and protectors of the public peace ||
|-
| || || Notarius || Scrivener and record-keepers ||
|-
| || || Compulsor || Tax-collectors ||
|-
| || || Palatinus || Imperial palace servants ||
|-
| Citizens || Upper Citizens || Civis Fabrilis || Artisans and other citizens of the secondary economic sector--manufacturing || Cen
|-
| || Lower Citizens || Civis Mercatus || Merchants and other citizens of the tetriary economic sector--services || Bas
|-
| || || Civis Funaminae || Farmers, fishers, hunters, miners, logcutters, and other citizens of the primary economic sector--raw materials ||
|-
| Non-citizens || Non-citizens || Peregrinus || Slaves and peoples of annexed territories. Citizenship may be granted to those who have demonstrated exceptional skills, as well as those who have contributed twenty or more years of military service || Aan
|-
| || Criminals || || A disgraced title reserved for the worst criminals and outcasts who have betrayed the Empire || Viator
|-
|}

==Government==
===Emperor===
[[File:Solus zos Galvus concept art.png|thumb|150px|left|Solus zos Galvus]]Garlemald was a republic until Solus Galvus, about fifty years ago, brought all of Ilsabard under his control and named himself Emperor. Thus was born the Empire, a mighty regime to govern new Garlean territories and led by the newly-titled [[Solus zos Galvus]]. The Empire was most recently led by [[Varis zos Galvus]].

Currently, Garlemald is without an Emperor.

===Senate===
The Senate yet exists and gives council to the Emperor, but its power is a shadow of what it once was. The central government now stands as a large bureaucracy, led by magistrates personally appointed by the Emperor. Members range from upper level public officials, titled “fae,” to the highest-ranking princeps senatus—”iyl.” The Senate also holds the power to remove the magistrates — the consul, praetor, tribunus plebis, aedilis, and quaestor. <ref>Encyclopaedia Eorzea: Volume I, page 178</ref>

===Flag===
The emblem upon the Garlean flag is a chain in abstract design. It symbolizes the value the native sons and daughters of Garlemald hold dear: tight unity amongst their small number. In like fashion, the crimson central link represents all those who have perished for the Garlean mission to return to [[Locus Amoenus]].

===Motto===
''Nos summus manus, Nos sumus deus.'' (We are the Hand, We are the God)

===Military===
The Garlean military is comprised of 14 [[wikipedia:Roman legion|Legions]], each lead by a [[wikipedia:Legate (ancient Rome)|Legatus]]<ref>Grammatically speaking, the English singular would be ''[https://en.wiktionary.org/wiki/legate legate]''.</ref> Most of the legions govern the conquered territories of the Garlean Empire, while some remain in Garlemald to serve as a defense. The legions are denoted by Roman numerals, from I to XIV, and indeed much of the nomenclature of the Garlean military is derived from ancient Rome. While the Garleans have been present in every expansion, there are still some legions that have yet to be encountered.

'''[[Ist Imperial Legion|Ist Legion]]'''
:The Ist Legion is led by [[Quintus van Cinna]] and serves as a royal guard to [[Varis zos Galvus]]. The Ist Legion is extremely fanatical and loyal to the Empire, and has a fierce rivalry with the IIIrd Legion.

'''[[IInd Imperial Legion|IInd Legion]]'''
:Briefly mentioned in the [[Endwalker]] role quests and [[Dawntrail]] main story quest, the IInd are said to have quelled an uprising in [[Corvos]] before being overrun. In the time that passed, with aid from the [[The Scions of the Seventh Dawn|Scions]], the conflict between the Corvosi and Garleans has since simmered down as relations improved.<ref>[[Trail to the Heavens (Quest)]] mentioned when speaking to the Scions of the Seventh Dawn in the Rising Stone</ref> Their Legatus is currently unknown.

'''[[IIIrd Imperial Legion|IIIrd Legion]]'''
:The IIIrd Legion, led by [[Vergilia van Corculum]], is loyal to [[Nerva yae Galvus]] and has a strong rivalry with the Ist Legion.

'''[[IVth Imperial Legion|IVth Legion]]'''
:The IVth Legion governed the territories of [[Bozja]] and [[Dalmasca]], and serves as the primary antagonist of the [[Save the Queen: Blades of Gunnhildr]] questline. Known Legatuses of the IVth Legion include [[Basch van Gabranth]] and his son, [[Noah van Gabranth]]. Other notable members include [[Menenius sas Lanatus]], [[Sicinius Vellus]], and [[Lyon rem Helsos]]. The IVth legion was known as the most racially diverse and "accepting" of the imperial legions, and rewards excellence and skill rather than a soldier's race.

'''[[Vth Imperial Legion|Vth Legion]]'''
:The Vth Legion's location and Legatus are unknown, but attempted to coordinate the reclamation of the capital with the Xth Legion.

'''[[VIth Imperial Legion|VIth Legion]]'''
:Led by [[Regula van Hydrus]], the VIth was last seen staging a landing in [[Azys Lla]] where their dreadnaught [[The Gration]] was fortifying [[Castrum Solus]].

'''[[VIIth Imperial Legion|VIIth Legion]]'''
:The VIIth, commanded by [[Nael van Darnus]], led the original invasion of [[Eorzea]] that was ultimately thwarted by [[Louisoix]] at [[Carteneau]] during the [[Battle of Silvertear Skies]]. The resulting fall of [[Dalamud]] caused the [[Seventh Umbral Calamity]]. Currently stationed in [[Werlyt]] and led by [[Valens van Varro]], the VIIth are encountered again during the [[The Sorrow of Werlyt]] questline.

'''[[VIIIth Imperial Legion|VIIIth Legion]]'''
:The VIIIth Legion's location and Legatus are unknown, but attempted to coordinate the reclamation of the capital with the Xth Legion.

'''[[IXth Imperial Legion|IXth Legion]]'''
:The IXth Legion's location and Legatus are unknown.

'''[[Xth Imperial Legion|Xth Legion]]'''
:Briefly mentioned in [[Endwalker]], having planned to retake the capital, but most members have deserted. Their location and Legatus are unknown.

'''[[XIth Imperial Legion|XIth Legion]]'''
:Previously led by [[Gaius van Baelsar]], the XIth Legion assisted in the conquering of [[Nagxia]]. After committing war crimes against the local population, the Legion was downsized. Its current location and Legatus are unknown.

'''[[XIIth Imperial Legion|XIIth Legion]]'''
:Stationed in [[Gyr Abania]] and formerly led by Gaius van Baelsar during the conquest of [[Ala Mhigo]]. While under the command of [[Zenos yae Galvus]], the XIIth Legion was responsible for the occupation and suppression of the region. Previously operated in [[Doma]], before being given to [[Yotsuyu goe Brutus]].

'''[[XIIIth Imperial Legion|XIIIth Legion]]'''
:The XIIIth Legion's location and Legatus are unknown.

'''[[XIVth Imperial Legion|XIVth Legion]]'''
:Formerly led by [[Gaius van Baelsar]] until his defeat at [[The Praetorium]]. All [[wikipedia:Cohort (military unit)|Cohorts]] present in mainland [[Eorzea]] ([[Patch 2.0|2.0]] [[zone]]s) are from the XIVth Legion.

==Imperial Court==
The Garlean royalty are all of the line of Galvus. In addition to the aforementioned “zos,” the term “yae” refers to male members of the royal family in the line of succession, as well as the Emperor’s wife and mother. There also exists the title of “wir,” or those who have no claim to the throne such as female heirs and their spouses. It is believed that all members of the royal family dwell within the extravagant imperial palace in Garlemald, and have decadent villas outside of the city.
<ref>Encyclopaedia Eorzea: Volume I, page 178</ref>

===The Magitek Academy===
Established immediately after Solus Galvus was raised to dictator, the Magitek Academy serves as both a research facility and a school for engineers. The nation’s chief engineer, given the title “nan,” also serves as the head of this institution.

The Academy admits only a handful of the outstanding applicants from all corners of the Empire. Even then, only a few of these will successfully complete their six-year course of study. The strong-willed and brilliant graduates are given a choice: to continue on as researchers, or to join the army as magitek technicians. [[Cid nan Garlond]] and [[Nero tol Scaeva]] are counted amongst the institution’s alumni.
<ref>Encyclopaedia Eorzea: Volume I, page 178</ref>

==The Imperial Army==
The pride of Garlemald, the Imperial Garlean Army fancies itself the premier military force in Hydaelyn-and with its excellent leadership and impressive warmachina, it may well be right. Nonetheless, the risk of rebellion within the ranks is ever present, as the majority of soldiers are conscripted from annexed territories. The army thus takes great care never to station men in their home provinces, sending them instead to keep the peace abroad. This policy transforms soldiers' families into hostages held by men unknown, and keeps small the chances of revolt and desertion.

===Organization===
As of the 56th year of the first Garlean Emperor's reign, the Garlean Army consisted of fourteen legions. Each legion is composed of ten cohorts, each cohort of three maniples, and each maniple of two squadrons. As each squadron contains roughly one hundred men, a legion should hold roughly six thousand soldiers. In reality, however, the strength of each legion varies due to the necessary rotation of soldiers.

===Uniforms===
Garlean uniforms are made from revolutionary materials, such as carbon fiber and cermer alloys. The armor of Garlean officers is particularly ingenious, as it is coated with a substance that decreases aetherial con- ductivity, and therefore protects the wearer from magic attacks. The selfsame contrivance prevents the use of offensive spells, yet this hampers the pureblood Garleans little. The inability to wield magic also informs Garlemald's age-old penchant for using firearms. This has given birth to a peculiar form of weapon, part musket, part sword. Perhaps the best example of this is the gunblade, the arm of choice for most officers.
<ref>Encyclopaedia Eorzea: Volume I, page 180</ref>

==Industries==
===Magitek Manufacturing===
The invention of the ceruleum engine ushered Garlemald into a golden age. As much a change in society as in technology, this magitek revolution advanced Garlean industry greatly, and allowed the nation to produce goods in vast numbers through machina.

===Aeronautics===
Garlemald had long ago learned to fly by capturing in fabric balloons a lighter-than-air gas created when ceruleum is ignited. In the skies of northern Ilsabard, however, these vehicles were completely at the mercy of frigid winds and blowing snows. True flight came with the invention of the ceruleum propulsion engine and wings treated with aether which led to the realization of the modern airship. Currently, the Empire produces many and more of these machina, some for personal or commercial use, others for the military.

===Textiles:===
Using a viscous resin produced during the purification of ceruleum, the Garleans have learned to spin fibers of highly durable carbon--a revolutionary development in the textile industry.

==History==
===Early Years===
The [[Garlean| Garleans]] hail from [[Corvos]], a southern and lush region in the southern reaches of [[Ilsabard]]. They were driven away from the region, assumedly because of their inability of using Magick. After crossing the continent the Garleans settled in many small villages in the north of Ilsabard.

Occassionally, those small villages got raided by more-established tribes in the region.

The North of the continent was not suitable for a large populace, since winters were long and harsh, the seas ice bound for most of the year, and agriculture only possible during at certain times. Because of this, the Garleans hardly thrived. [[Ceruleum]] helped them giving them warmth in this harsh climate. <ref name="HistoryEEI">[[Encyclopædia Eorzea]] Volume I, page 177</ref>

===Forming a Republic===
In the year 922 of the Sixth Astral Era, the Garlean banded together to form a republic. One of their towns named itself capital, and the other villages were brought under with negotiations or by force.

The goal of the Garlean Republic was to unite its people and starve off foreign aggression.

To prevail and survive against the other tribes, the Garleans employed [[Roegadyn]] spellcasters from the central mountains to bolster their own army, since Garleans are unable to wield magick<ref name="HistoryEEI"></ref>. They also used espionage and spies to inflict conflict between neighbouring nations. With this tactic, the Republic of Garlemald prevailed for centuries.<ref name="HistoryEEI"></ref>

===Rise to Empire===
In 1513 of the Sixth Astral Era, a 24 year old [[Solus Galvus]] attained the rank of Legatus. He saw a potential use of the newly invented ceruleum engine in the military, and was the leading force behind creating warmachina and integrating them into the army. With this step, Garlemald went from simply prevailing to attacking and conquering.

More and more nations fell to Garlemald, and to expand their army, they recruited subjugated people with the promise of a better life thanks to [[Magitek]]. With this strategy, Garlemald grew stronger with every victory, becoming the most powerful nation in the region.

In 1517 of the Sixth Astral Era, Solus Galvus was granted control of Garlemald as dictator by overwhelming popular support.

In the same year, Airships were deployed for the first time to conquer the [[Nhalmasque|Kingdom of Nhalmasque]]. With subsequent invasions to other nations, and by 1522 of the Sixth Astral Era all of Ilsabard was under Garlean rulership. United for the first time, Solus Galvus proclaimed the '''Garlean Empire''' and himself the first Emperor.<ref name="HistoryEEI"></ref><ref name="HistoryEEII">[[Encyclopædia Eorzea]] Volume II, page 65-66</ref>

===Conquering Othard and Eorzea===
{{main|Garlean Campaigns of Conquest}}

Once all of Ilsabard was under Garlean Rule, Emperor Solus zos Golvus looked towards the east, and started the Far Eastern Campaigns.

{{quotation|Solus zor Galvus during a military parade commencing the Far Eastern campaign<ref name="HistoryEEII"></ref>|“No lands must remain beyond our grasp. Go forth. Conquer. Rule.”}}

In 1528 in the Sixth Astral Era started with the goal to conquer Nagxia. The campaign suffered a major setback in the [[The Burn|Burn]], leading Solus zos Galvus to condemn summoning of [[Eikons]]. In 1547 in the Sixth Astral Era, a new approach was started, aiming to conquer the Kingdom of [[Dalmasca]]. Building their foothold there, Garlean troops continued to conquer [[Nagxia]], [[Yanxia]] and [[Doma]]. In 1552 of the Sixth Astral Era, Othard was under Garlean rule.<ref name="HistoryEEII"></ref>

After Othard, Solus ordered to go west, and start the Eorzean Campaign. In 1557 of the Sixth Astral Era, [[Ala Mhigo]] fell to the Empire. Five years later, in 1562 of the Sixth Astral Era, the [[XIVth Imperial Legion]] suffered an unexpected loss at the [[Battle of Silvertear Skies]] in Mor Dhona. After facing reoccurring [[Eikons]] summoning by the Beast Tribes, Solus zos Galvus ordered a stop of the Eorzean Campaign and instead started to built [[Baelsar's Wall]].

===Project Meteor===
In the same year, [[Midas nan Garlond]] investigates into the possibility to bring down the lesser moon [[Dalamud]] and crash it into Eorzea to bring the Eorzean Campaign to a success, yet the [[Bozja Incident]] erased the Bozja Citadel, and killed many. The Project is laid to rest until in 1572 of the Sixth Astral Era, [[Nael van Darnus]] convinces Solus zos Galvus to revive the project to stop the year long stalemate at the borders.<ref>[[Encyclopædia Eorzea]] Volume 1, page 41</ref> Though Nael van Darnus is killed in [[Rivenroad|the Battle at Rivenroad]], he succeeds with Project Meteor: [[Dalamud]] crashes down and releases [[Bahamut]] in the [[Battle of Carteneau]].

Despite the success of Project Meteor, is success, the battle itself had no victor, since both Eorzean and Garlean forces withdraw from the battlefield<ref>[[Encyclopædia Eorzea]] Volume 1, page 46</ref>.

===Recovery and Downfall===
Despite the calamity that stroke at Carteneau, the Garlean forces lead by [[Gaius van Baelsar]] regrouped in Ala Mhigo and started sending out troops to built varius Castrums in Aldenard to regain foothold in the region. Gaius conspired with the Ascian [[Lahabrea]] to unleash the [[Ultima Weapon]], an [[Allagan]] relic found in Gyr Abania and being able to absorb the power of [[Primals]]<ref>[[Encyclopædia Eorzea]] Volume 1, page 57</ref>.

At [[Castrum Meridianum]], Gaius van Baelsar was defeated along with the Ultima Weapon by the [[Warrior of Light]], ending the Eorzean Campaign once more.

===War of Succession===

Following the death of Emperor [[Solus zos Galvus]], a war of succession broke out between '''Titus yea Galvus''' and his nephew [[Varis zos Galvus| Varis yea Galvus]], the grandson of Solus and rightfully in line for the throne<ref>[https://na.finalfantasyxiv.com/lodestone/special/tales_from_the_storm/sidestory_05/ Sidestory "In Darkness Blooms the Lily": "...Solus's eldest being dead, his grandson Varis was next in line to the throne, but the Emperor’s second son Titus had other ideas, and no shortage of support."</ref>. In the End, Varis was victorious and became the second Emperor of Garlemald.

The war stirred some unrest in the provinces, but it was quickly struck down.

===Rebellion===

Varis zos Galvus travelled to the [[Sea of Clouds]] to find the key to [[Azys Lla]], to ascertain the secrets of the ancient Allagan site. He was accompanied by [[Regula van Hydrus]] of the [[VIth Imperial Legion]]. He fell in battle at the [[Aetherochemical Research Facility]]<ref>[[Encyclopædia Eorzea]] Volume 1, page 72-73</ref>.

With a newly formed Eorzean Alliance, Garlemald was attacked as [[Grand Company]] forces started marching towards [[Gyr Abania]]. After a victory at [[Rhalgr's Reach]], lead by the viceroy and the son of the Emperor [[Zenos| Zenos yea Galvus]], they would soon face another rebellion in the Far East, as [[Doma]] started it's liberation efforts anew. After it's succeed, Eorzean troops sieged [[Ala Mhigo]], and after Zenos took the form of [[Shinryu]], he was defeated and presumably killed by the [[Warrior of Light]]. Further provinces started their rebellion, continously breaking free from the imperial yoke.

In an effort to reduce the casaulties and stop the war, the [[Eorzean Alliance]] and [[Varis zos Galvus]] for negotiation, yet these remained without a consence and the forces clashed at [[Ghimlyt Dark]]<ref>[[Parley on the Front Lines]]</ref>.

===Civil War and the End of the Empire===
During the battle at Ghimlyt Dark, unrest broke out at the Capital City as rumors said that [[Zenos]] yet lives. Soon after, he murdered his father, without persuing the throne<ref>[[Shadowbringers (Quest)]], after speaking with the Crystal Exarch</ref><ref>[[Vows of Virtue, Deeds of Cruelty]]</ref>. His motives were to fight the [[Warrior of Light]], and since Varis ordered the usage of [[Black Rose]] on the battlefield, Zenos feared it would claim his prey before him.

The murder of Emperor Varis and Zenos not claiming the Throne left the Garleans in disarray, and a Civil War broke out as [[Nerva yae Galvus]] claimed the Throne<ref>[[Encyclopædia Eorzea]] Volume III, page 180</ref>. Furthermore, with the intervention of the [[Telophoroi]], Garleans were tempered and the Captial City was laid into ruins.

To stop the Telophoroi, the Eorzean Alliance formed the [[Ilsabard Contingent]] and marched towards the Captial. Garlean troops led by the [[IIIrd Imperial Legion]] under [[Vergilia van Corculum]] fought the Contingent at the [[Magna Glacies]], yet they lost<ref>[[A Frosty Reception]]</ref>.

With the tempering of the Telophoroi, no emperor and the captial in ruins, many legions lost guidance and communication. The [[Xth Legion]] requested an audience with the Eorzean Alliance to ask for aid in defeating the Telophoroi and saving what is left of Garlemald. The remaining forces of the [[Ist Imperial Legion]] under [[Quintus van Cinna]] accepted the request of the Xth - "Have the iyl stand down." - and surrendered<ref>[[Alea lacta Est]]</ref>.

===Rebuilding===
With the End of the Telophoroi and the [[Final Days]], rebuilding efforts have begun in Garlemald. Steps has been taken to form an interim Government<ref>[[A Cold Reunion]], Optional Dialogue when the Endwalker Master Role Quest has been completed.</ref>, as well as starting trade agreements with other cities<ref>[[The Fallen Empire]]</ref><ref>[[Bonds of Trust]]</ref>.

==Warmachina==
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At the turn of the 16th century, an engineer attempted to create a smaller version of the stationary steam engine for his workshop. In so doing, he stumbled upon the idea of using ceruleum as a fuel itself, rather than to heat water. His prototype was relatively weak, but compact enough to be portable. As if by fate, it then caught the eye of Legatus Solus Galvus, who insisted the military open its coffers to fund the new technology. With the army's support, a moving platform was built, driven by an improved ceruleum engine and mounted with artillery.

This prototype proved more destructive in tests than Galvus had ever dreamed. He christened the new type of weapon "magitek," to signify the triumph of technology over magic. Thereafter, Garlean engineers fashioned more and varied magitek weapons. With each one, the strength of the Garlean Army grew.

Starting around 1550, relics of ancient Allag were unearthed in the new territories of Garlemald. The Empire's keenest minds set about learning their intricacies, though in truth the archaic technology put the best imperial efforts to shame. The engineers never learned the fundamental principles of the Allagan devices. Nonetheless, the secrets they pried from the old machina advanced Garlean magitek by leaps and bounds. The Garleans also succeeded in reanimating a number of Allagan machina with ceruleum engines, and the Empire is rumored to be moving these to the front lines.
<ref>Encyclopaedia Eorzea: Volume I, page 181</ref>

'''Juggernauts'''
:This flying magitek machine consists of an upper cylindrical section for aerial propulsion and a lower bipedal section for terrestrial locomotion. The juggernaut can transport an entire squad of soldiers, and is often used to land troops in enemy terrain.
'''Death Claws'''
:Reverse engineered from a weapon of Allag now called "iron claws," the magitek death claw remains aloft by means of twin propellers housed in its body. Though it can do the grisly work of talons, it can also do the more tender work of hands-both carrying cargo and ordnance, as well as imprisoning enemy soldiers in an inescapable grip.
'''Vanguards'''
:The main duty of the autonomous vanguard is to use its cermet drills to bore through castle gates and defensive bulwarks. True to its name, the vanguard is also employed as an advance troop unit, as well as fulfilling the role of base sentinel by destroying enemy siege weaponry.
'''Reapers'''
:Forming the backbone of the imperial army's mounted strength, the reaper is employed in a wide range of tasks, ranging from solo reconnaissance to large-scale shock troop assaults.

'''Colossi'''
:Derived from the Allagan “iron giant,” this suit of magitek armor needs no pilot, thanks to improvements made to the control system of the magitek vanguard. It was designed in the likeness of a man so that technicians might easily change its armaments, thus allowing for its deployment in all manner of situations.
<ref>Encyclopaedia Eorzea: Volume I, page 181</ref>

'''The Ultima Weapon'''
:A powerful countermeasure against the primal threat, the Ultima Weapon is not a true magitek weapon, but rather a feat of Allagan technology discovered deep beneath the lands just beyond ‘Ala Mhigo. Through unearthing and refitting it, the XIVth Imperial Legion reportedly gained permission to resume the invasion of Eorzea.

:In the field, the Ultima Weapon revealed its amazing capabilities, defeating the primals Ifrit, Titan, and Garuda and absorbing their essence. Nevertheless, it met its end within the Praetorium at the hands of an elite unit fielded by the Eorzean Alliance. The Heart of Sabik, the source of its power, is thought to have been an enigma even to the Allagans, and thus there is little chance the realm will see any further recreations.

'''Bits'''
:Nero tol Scaeva himself conceived and created these unmanned drones to provide support for the Ultima Weapon. His designs, while based upon ancient Allagan weaponry, made use of the technologies perfected on military airships. Despite Nero’s ingenuity, the magitek bits have their flaws, not the least of which being that they can function for only short intervals of time.
<ref>Encyclopaedia Eorzea: Volume I, page 182</ref>

===Airships===
:Made manifest through magitek, the airship is a miracle of modern technology. Driven by ceruleum propulsion engines, it soars through the skies upon wings treated with aether, staying aloft through stores of buoyant gas. Moreover, airships come in all shapes and sizes, from the mighty armored vessels for military use to the smaller swift ships designed for civilian trade and transport.

'''Gunships'''
:A compact airship of military design, the magitek gunship can decimate ground troops from relative safety several hundred yalms above. It also has an auxiliary mechanical arm that allows it to perform deft work even while in flight. Inside, the warship has room enough to carry a few soldiers, and is deployed alongside everything from corps of engineers to units of quartermasters.

'''Assault Craft'''
:Able to move with remarkable swiftness, the imperial assault craft is well equipped to fire upon landbound units. It is also used in the transport of troopers betwixt larger Aurora- or Agrius-class airships.

'''Aurora-class Vessels'''
:The mainstay airship of the Garlean Army, mid-size Aurora-class vessels are given to the command of all legatii.

'''Agrius-class Vessels'''
:The largest airship ever built, the Agrius was a flying fortress. It was designed to provide aid for an entire foreign campaign and was granted to the XIVth Imperial Legion for its first voyage. Thus, it came to sail over Eorzea during the invasion. However, as it crossed Silvertear Lake, the dragon Midgardsormr suddenly arose and attacked. In the end, the Agrius came plunging downwards, wrapped in the wyrm’s coils.

:The Gration, a second ship of comparable size, was completed in the 56th year of the first Garlean Emperor's reign. After being given to the VIth Legion, it set out to find the mythical floating isle of Azys Lia.
<ref>Encyclopaedia Eorzea: Volume I, page 182-183</ref>

==Quotes==
{{quotation|[[The_Unending_Codex#The_Garlean_Empire|The Unending Codex § The Garlean Empire]]|The Garlean Empire once controlled the majority of the Three Great Continents, the enormous landmass that encompasses Eorzea. Until some fifty years ago, Garlemald was a remote and sparsely populated nation which held little more than a fraction of the northern continent of Ilsabard. But with the arrival of a technological golden age and the concurrent emergence of a brilliant young legatus, Solus Galvus, in the span of a single generation Garlemald established itself as one of the most formidable forces in all of Hydaelyn. Garlemald is unsurpassed in the field of magitek, a technology which it exploits with devastating effectiveness in warfare. Unperturbed by their lesser numbers, the Garleans went forth upon gigantic flying warships, bearing powerful weaponry the likes of which the world had never seen. One nation after the next fell before their relentless onslaught, first those of the northlands, followed by the sovereign states of the eastern continent, Othard. Employing suppression and conciliation in equal measure, Garlemald indoctrinated the peoples it conquered, thus integrating them into its ever-expanding territory. So it was that the Garlean Empire came into existence. In the year 1557 of the Sixth Astral Era, the Garleans brought their campaign of conquest to Eorzea, swiftly bringing the city–state of Ala Mhigo to its knees. Yet following the subjugation of Ala Mhigo, the Empire suddenly ceased its aggressive expansion. For a time, it seemed as though the Empire's complete subjugation of the world was all but inevitable. However, Emperor Solus's failing health and eventual death triggered a war of succession, and following a protracted campaign on Eorzean soil, Gaius van Baelsar and his XIVth Legion suffered a humiliating defeat at the hands of the newly unified Eorzean Alliance. Thus did cracks begin to appear in the Empire's armor, and as the Scions of the Seventh Dawn continued to intervene on behalf of the oppressed, the Garleans went on to lose control of Doma in the east and Ala Mhigo in the west. To compound their woes, the new emperor, Varis, had scarcely won the throne before he was slain by his son Zenos, who had an agenda all his own. Zenos then colluded with the Ascian Fandaniel, and using his father's corpse as a medium, summoned forth the primal Anima. The imperial capital, which had become the stage for a bloody civil war, fell silent as nearly every soldier and civilian remaining was turned into a tempered slave. Though both Anima and the Telophoroi have since been eliminated, Garlemald struggles to recover from the devastation. The leaders of the subjugated territories bide their time, making no moves to resurrect the fallen Empire, and it remains to be seen what the future holds.}}
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