King of Mercenaries - Chapter 29: The oath

Although it is only a remnant, Marin must play with flowers. Otherwise, it is difficult to be seen by his background. In order to make himself fancy, Marin changed his name from Marin Hoffman to Marin von Hoffman. Because, at this time in Europe, it is very important for the birth. And “von” is only found in the name of the German aristocracy, and at least it is a hereditary aristocracy.

The general knight family will not add the word “von” to the name. Only the hereditary baron family began to add the word “von” to the name. But there are also a small number of knights who arrogantly add the word “von” to their names. The so-called “Von” is actually the meaning of his own source, just like the Chinese said, “I am from Wang Wang, Boling Cui, and Daixi Li”. In general, the surnames after Von are all aristocratic titles, family names, or place names, indicating their origins. For example, “von Hohenzollern” indicates that you are from the Hohenzollern family. And “Fon Neumann” is from the Neumann family. There are also places that indicate place names. For example, when William II was still a prince, he was called “William von Hohenzollern” (the middle part was omitted). When he became the King of Prussia, he changed to “William von Prussia”. After the German emperor, he was changed to “William von Deutsch”. Marin called himself “Marin von Hoffman”, which is obviously belong to the Hoffman family. Because Hoffman Estate is not hereditary. However, no one in the empire has done this. Moreover, there is no ID card inquiry in this era, and information exchange is not smooth. I am special to add a “Von” in the name, you don’t trust me? Have you the ability to check it? Moreover, if he does not add the word “Von” to his name, it is estimated that the officials responsible for recruiting troops will not necessarily pay attention to him. Because, at this time in Europe, everyone habitually believes that only the nobles are qualified to be officers. This rule lasted until the 19th century. Wellington, the British star, once became an officer by aristocratic status and spent money to buy a colonel.

In addition to taking a little thought on the name, Marin also spent a little time on the squad. In addition to the previous tactical training and formation training, Marin also practiced a good looking line array steering.

Specifically, if the enemy did not face the front line of his own line, he would return to the side. What should I do at this time? Marin let the second middle of the second row of spearmen as the axis, and the entire team, “want to go to the right to see”, with two as a reference, began to turn clockwise or counterclockwise. The outermost step is a little bigger, the inner circumference is smaller, and the synchronous steering is achieved. Finally, the entire formation is neatly turned at a faster speed. In fact, in the battlefield, there is more than one line array, often a lot of line arrays, distributed in a fan shape or other shapes. The general army wing will also be equipped with a special line array to deal with. Therefore, there is no need to turn the front line against the enemy.

But Marin’s intention was not to fight, but to attract big eyes. Therefore, he played so much and the performance was more than practical. When you really fight, who is in the mood to use this kind of performance-oriented turn? Simple and practical is the right thing. In addition, Marin also got another more practical variant – the hollow square array. This assumes that the line array of this side is surrounded – especially if it is surrounded by cavalry, it is definitely a death to continue to maintain the line array. At this point, the cavalry is facing the square, the first row squats, and the second row of lances on the shoulders of the first row of lancers. The archers, in the middle of the hollow square, pass through the gaps and shoot those who surround the square.

At this time, the hollow square is like a hedgehog, and it protects itself well. If it is strong, it is absolutely fatal. Moreover, the archers in the middle of the hollow square array can choose which side to attack the enemy forces according to the situation. As long as you enter within 100 meters, it is within the impact of the archers. Speaking of these two changes, in fact, the requirements are quite high. But the 100 mercenaries who had been abused by Marin for more than a month were already numb, and people became somewhat mechanical. Therefore, they actually completed two changes. Of course, it can only be completed without the interference of foreign enemies. If you encounter a real enemy, you can see God’s will if you can finish it. Of course, it is also because they have fewer people. In total, there are only 100 people, and the change is of course simple. If you switch to 1000 people, it is not that easy. However, even 1000 people can do it as long as they train home. After solving the problem of name fraud and the problem of change, Marin began to consider the problem of dressing again. In front of his 100 mercenaries, the one he wears is called a variety. Although not as furious as real mercenaries, they have begun to learn the odd customs of real mercenaries.To be honest, Marin would like to customize a beautiful uniform for each of the two. Because the dress is neat, it can also make a deep impression. No matter, now the clothes are too expensive, Marin himself is too poor. Therefore, he had to give up this idea.

In the end, Marin thought about it and thought of a very economical way – to get a white cloth (like gambeson) for everyone, cut it, and sew it into a white vest that saves cloth. This kind of vest is cheaper because it is cheaper to use, and it costs less than 8 Fini and add somme defense. Then, Marin found ink again, and in front of each white vest, painted a black cross. Originally, Marin wanted to paint the Iron Cross used by the Third Reich. But the iron cross is a bit cumbersome to draw, and it’s hard to be uniform. Later, in order to save trouble, Marin directly referred to the square red cross that was the easiest to draw in the later generations of hospitals, and painted a square black cross.

When he saw the 100th person, lined up in a neat queue, each of them had a white vest with a square black cross on the chest, and Marin wanted to laugh. Because, he feels that the 100 people in front of him are very similar to the medical workers who are temporarily prepared by the hospital. However, this seems to be more tidy than before. At least, this is like an army, not a bunch of people. After that, Marin began to ponder other tricks. In order to be rich and wealthy. Anyway, how can he do it? Marin learned that the emperor Maximilian I was proud. For example, in 1490, he let the first empire mercenaries collectively swear allegiance to him. In fact, most of the mercenaries are for money. Who really wants to sell your life to a poor emperor? Not much money. However, Maximilian I loved this formalism and everyone could do nothing. Moreover, in the Middle Ages, the oath of allegiance is indeed a little bit binding, for those who keep promises.

“Since you like this tune, then brother will play out!” Marin thought.

Then, he began to recall the oaths he had seen in previous lives, such as the oath of the group, the oath of the party, and so on. But he finally found that the most numb and irritating, is the oath of a version of the Third Reich SS on the Internet to swear allegiance to Hitler.

The oath is like this:

“I am a life-long glory for being a brave and loyal SS soldier.

Every comrade is my brother and sister, regardless of origin, status,

For the head of the swearing loyalty!

The will of the head of state is above everything else!

The order of the head of state,

Higher than all truths and laws!

Hey, Hitler! ”

This oath is said to have been made by the third empire super-flatter Himmler, it’s very impressive (mainly the first two sentences).

Marin thought about it and changed the oath to become:

“I am a life-long glory for being a brave and loyal Holy Roman Empire.

Every comrade is my brother and sister, regardless of origin, status,

For the emperor to swear allegiance!

The will of the emperor is above all else!

The order of the emperor, (this sentence is said by the officer, the original version is said by Himmler, naturally Marin said here)

Higher than all truths and laws! (military collective shouts)

Oh, holy Rome! (continue to shout)”

When Marin released such a big move, everyone in the place was full of blood. Culturally literate people, including Schwartz, have been deeply infected and screamed with everyone.

“God, the pattern of the they are truly fanatical like when l hear them, it is no wonder that the Germans in World War II dare to challenge the world, the feelings are all bloody!” Marin thought without words. However, on the surface, he also screamed with the soldiers. Acting, who won’t? Anyway, Marin felt that he must act like a super loyal die-hard fan. At that time, the emperor would send him gold, preferably 24K pure gold. Then, I can take it for myself.

To this end, Marin practiced a long time expression, and strived to transfer all his loyalty and fanaticism to his face, so that people can see it at a glance. If the people of later generations see Marin’s expression at the moment, he will surely say a word—snake disease, you think you are Liang Yifeng, the expression is so ecstasy.