Tagmata

Overview

The Tagmata are the special forces of the Asgarthan navy, serving as elite troops within the Ordis faction. Armed contingents of the Tagmata stand ready aboard vessels like Mandjet and Mesektet to repel The Tumult and defend against creatures riding its currents.

Role and Function

The Tagmata serve as the first line of defense against abominations threatening human communities. They operate from Ordis sky vessels, deploying to intervene where needed. Tagmata squadrons escort motherships during dangerous missions.

Notable Units

• The Raptors: Elite platoon commanded by Zhen, known for exceptional loyalty and the motto “I am your shield, you are my spear”

Notable Members

• Bai Shan-shu: Tagmata officer whose squadron escorted Mesektet; received Purple Star for heroic rescue
• Zhen: Rose through Tagmata ranks to command the Raptors, later becoming Rear Admiral

Relationships

• Ordis: Faction the Tagmata serve
• The Raptors: Elite platoon within the Tagmata
• Mandjet: Day Barque where Tagmata troops are stationed
• Mesektet: Night Barque where Tagmata troops were stationed
• Zhen: Commander of the Raptors, former Tagmata officer
• Bai Shan-shu: Tagmata officer and Purple Star recipient