pictures to come soon...Captain Arthur Sterling, is a seasoned officer in the British Army, known for his tactical brilliance and unyielding bravery. Hailing from a noble family with a long military tradition, Sterling was educated at the Royal Military Academy Sandhurst and quickly rose through the ranks due to his skill and leadership. However, his life took a fateful turn during the Peninsular War when his unit encountered a supernatural entity in the ruins of an ancient monastery. This harrowing experience left him scarred but resolute in facing the dark forces lurking in the shadows of Europe.
Skills: Indefatigable and hard to put down.
Equipment: Rifle, cold iron sword, and a trusty bag of salt.
Unit History
The unit, known as "Sterling's Shadows," was formed after the incident in the Peninsular War. Recognizing the need for a specialized force to combat supernatural threats, the British Army discreetly sanctioned the creation of this elite unit. Comprised of men who had either encountered the supernatural or were specially trained in unconventional warfare, Sterling's Shadows operates in the gray areas of military operations, often taking on missions too dangerous or bizarre for regular troops.
The unit has since been deployed in various covert operations across Europe, dealing with everything from haunted battlefields and vampire-infested villages to werewolf incursions and dark cults plotting to summon eldritch horrors. Each member of the unit brings unique skills and personal motivations for joining this perilous fight against the forces of darkness.
Sergeant James O'Reilly, is a tough and loyal Irishman who fought alongside Sterling in the Peninsular War. His quick thinking and steady hand make him an invaluable second-in-command. O'Reilly lost his family to a vampire attack, fueling his desire for vengeance.
Skills: Great faith and veteran hunter.
Equipment: Volley gun (used as a heavy close combat weapon after firing) and a holy symbol.
Corporal Thomas Blackwood, once a scholar at Oxford, turned to the army after his academic pursuits led him into the darker realms of the occult. His extensive knowledge of Gothic lore and arcane symbols makes him the unit's resident expert on supernatural matters.
Skills: Expertise in Gothic lore and arcane knowledge.
Equipment: Rifle and a collection of ancient scrolls and talismans.
Private William Thorne, a former apothecary who enlisted to escape a life of poverty, found his true calling on the battlefield. Thorne's herbal remedies and medical skills are crucial for treating both mundane injuries and supernatural afflictions.
Skills: Medic with expertise in both conventional and herbal medicine.
Equipment: Sword and pistol, medical kit with herbal remedies.
Private Edward "Ned" Hawkins, a former gamekeeper with a sharp eye and keen senses, is adept at tracking both human and non-human foes. Hawkins' exceptional tracking abilities make him the unit's scout and pathfinder.
Skills: Skilled tracker and pathfinder.
Equipment: Musket, hunting knife, and a set of tracking tools.
Private Samuel "Sam" Harper, once a gamekeeper alongside Hawkins, is the unit’s sharpshooter. Harper’s precise shooting and calm demeanor under pressure have saved the unit on numerous occasions. His deep knowledge of rural legends and folklore, gathered from years of living in the countryside, provides critical insights into the supernatural entities they face.
Skills: Exceptional marksmanship and knowledge of rural legends and folklore.
Equipment: Rifle, hunting knife, and a book of local folklore.
"Sterling's Shadows" is a specialized unit within the British Army, formed to combat the rising tide of supernatural threats across Europe. Each member, having encountered the supernatural or possessing unique skills, contributes to the unit's success in their perilous missions. Under the leadership of Captain Arthur Sterling, the unit faces dark forces with bravery and determination, earning their place as elite protectors against the eldritch horrors threatening the continent.
