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 == Experience ==
-Comrades are capable of gaining [[Experience (X.P.)|experience]] and receive one-fourth of a combat x.p. share. If they amass 600 experience points (including any earned as a commoner), they qualify to become a [[Soldier-at-Arms (profession)|soldier-at-arms]], regardless of formal [[Train Soldier-at-Arms (sage ability)|training]]. However, they cannot advance beyond this threshold without undergoing [[Level Training (sage ability)|special training]].
+Comrades are capable of gaining [[Experience (X.P.)|experience]] and receive one-fourth of a combat x.p. share. If they amass 600 experience points (including any earned as a commoner), they qualify to become a [[Soldier-at-Arms (profession)|soldier-at-arms]], regardless of formal [[Train Soldier-at-Arms (sage ability)|training]]. However, they cannot advance beyond this threshold without undergoing [[Progress to Fighter (sage ability)|fighter training]].
 While rare, it is possible for a comrade to transition into a full-fledged character class. This requires not only sufficient ability stats but also financial resources, a tutor and years of dedicated effort. More often, a comrade with ambition and means will instead seek advancement for their children, whose youth allows them to begin their training at a greater advantage. A child placed in such a position rolls their ability stats using 3d6 rather than the harsher method applied to their parents.

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 '''Comrades''' are [[Experience Level|non-levelled]] combatants who have received basic [[Harden Commoner (sage ability)|combat training]], making them more formidable than ordinary [[Commoner (non-player character)|commoners]]. Unlike their less-prepared kin, they do not require a [[Morale#Day-to-Day Checks|morale check]] to enter battle, as they possess [[Morale#Standard Morale|standard morale]].
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-Though they remain of common birth, comrades bridge the gap between serf and [[Soldier-at-Arms (profession)|soldier]]. Many have seen combat firsthand, whether through skirmishes, militia service or by witnessing the chaos of [[Warfare|warfare]] as part of a marching army. Some have traveled far from their villages, crossing unfamiliar landscapes to take their place on the [[Battlefield|battlefield]]. As a result, they often develop a broader perspective than typical peasants, seeing beyond their immediate village or feudal lord. While still tied to their social class, they may view the nobility with a mixture of awe and resentment, having witnessed both the grandeur of command and the indifference with which lives are spent in war.
+Though they remain of common birth, comrades bridge the gap between serf and [[Soldier-at-Arms (profession)|soldier]]. Many have seen combat firsthand, whether through skirmishes, militia service or by witnessing the chaos of [[Warfare|warfare]] as part of a marching army. Some have traveled far from their [[Village|villages]], crossing unfamiliar landscapes to take their place on the [[Battlefield|battlefield]]. As a result, they often develop a broader perspective than typical peasants, seeing beyond their immediate village or feudal lord. While still tied to their social class, they may view the nobility with a mixture of awe and resentment, having witnessed both the grandeur of command and the indifference with which lives are spent in war.
 Though they are not professional soldiers, their experience makes them practical and wary. They recognise the worth of a good leader and will follow one who proves competent, but they are not mindless pawns. Many are keen judges of character, having spent years enduring hardship alongside others. They may have little patience for arrogance or idealism, valuing results over rhetoric.

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 '''Comrades''' are [[Experience Level|non-levelled]] combatants who have received basic [[Harden Commoner (sage ability)|combat training]], making them more formidable than ordinary [[Commoner (non-player character)|commoners]]. Unlike their less-prepared kin, they do not require a [[Morale#Day-to-Day Checks|morale check]] to enter battle, as they possess [[Morale#Standard Morale|standard morale]].
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 '''Comrades''' are [[Experience Level|non-levelled]] combatants who have received basic [[Harden Commoner (sage ability)|combat training]], making them more formidable than ordinary [[Commoner (non-player character)|commoners]]. Unlike their less-prepared kin, they do not require a [[Morale#Day-to-Day Checks|morale check]] to enter battle, as they possess [[Morale#Standard Morale|standard morale]].
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-Though they remain of common birth, comrades bridge the gap between serf and soldier. Many have seen combat firsthand, whether through skirmishes, militia service or by witnessing the chaos of [[Warfare|warfare]] as part of a marching army. Some have traveled far from their villages, crossing unfamiliar landscapes to take their place on the [[Battlefield|battlefield]]. As a result, they often develop a broader perspective than typical peasants, seeing beyond their immediate village or feudal lord. While still tied to their social class, they may view the nobility with a mixture of awe and resentment, having witnessed both the grandeur of command and the indifference with which lives are spent in war.
+Though they remain of common birth, comrades bridge the gap between serf and [[Soldier-at-Arms (profession)|soldier]]. Many have seen combat firsthand, whether through skirmishes, militia service or by witnessing the chaos of [[Warfare|warfare]] as part of a marching army. Some have traveled far from their villages, crossing unfamiliar landscapes to take their place on the [[Battlefield|battlefield]]. As a result, they often develop a broader perspective than typical peasants, seeing beyond their immediate village or feudal lord. While still tied to their social class, they may view the nobility with a mixture of awe and resentment, having witnessed both the grandeur of command and the indifference with which lives are spent in war.
 Though they are not professional soldiers, their experience makes them practical and wary. They recognise the worth of a good leader and will follow one who proves competent, but they are not mindless pawns. Many are keen judges of character, having spent years enduring hardship alongside others. They may have little patience for arrogance or idealism, valuing results over rhetoric.
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 [[File:Comrade (npc).jpg|right|490px|thumb]]
-'''Comrades''' are [[Experience Level|non-levelled]] combatants that have received a small amount of [[Harden Commoner (sage ability)|combat training]], so that they are more threatening than [[Commoner (non-player character)|commoners]].  They do not need to make a [[Morale#Day-to-Day Checks|morale check]] in order to enter battle.  They possess [[Morale#Standard Morale|standard morale]].
+'''Comrades''' are [[Experience Level|non-levelled]] combatants who have received basic [[Harden Commoner (sage ability)|combat training]], making them more formidable than ordinary [[Commoner (non-player character)|commoners]]. Unlike their less-prepared kin, they do not require a [[Morale#Day-to-Day Checks|morale check]] to enter battle, as they possess [[Morale#Standard Morale|standard morale]].
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-Though still of the social status of commoner, comrades can be viewed as a peasant-turned-soldier, in that they're mentally prepared for the mental challenge that would provide.  Some have actually witnessed the noise, chaos and brutality of [[Warfare|warfare]], and have trekked to distant parts in order to take their place on the [[Battlefield|battlefield]].  As such, their perception of outsiders, and their understanding of their place in the world, is very different from that of a serf.
+Though they remain of common birth, comrades bridge the gap between serf and soldier. Many have seen combat firsthand, whether through skirmishes, militia service or by witnessing the chaos of [[Warfare|warfare]] as part of a marching army. Some have traveled far from their villages, crossing unfamiliar landscapes to take their place on the [[Battlefield|battlefield]]. As a result, they often develop a broader perspective than typical peasants, seeing beyond their immediate village or feudal lord. While still tied to their social class, they may view the nobility with a mixture of awe and resentment, having witnessed both the grandeur of command and the indifference with which lives are spent in war.
 == As Hirelings ==
-Nearly all will possess an [[Knowledge Points|amateur]] or authority-status in some kind of [[Sage Ability|sage ability]], most commonly [[Farming (sage ability)|farming]], [[Foraging (sage ability)|foraging]], [[Sailing (sage ability)|sailing]], [[Catch Fishing (sage ability)|fishing]], [[Woodcutting (sage ability)|woodcutting]], [[Herding (sage ability)|herding]] and the like.  Hirelings that are artisans or heavy labourers are nearly always comrades.
+Most comrades possess an [[Knowledge Points|amateur]] or authority-level understanding of a [[Sage Ability|sage ability]], often tied to their background. Common skills include [[Farming (sage ability)|farming]], [[Foraging (sage ability)|foraging]], [[Sailing (sage ability)|sailing]], [[Catch Fishing (sage ability)|fishing]], [[Woodcutting (sage ability)|woodcutting]] and [[Herding (sage ability)|herding]]. Those who work as artisans or heavy laborers are frequently drawn from this social group, as their exposure to hardship makes them resilient and accustomed to physically demanding tasks.
 == As Combatants ==
-Comrades possess [[Hit Points|hit points]] according to their [[Hit Points per Die|body mass]], +1.  Their [[Negative Hit Points|negative hit points]] are much reduced from that of levelled persons, such that they will die if [[Damage (hit points)|damage]] reduces them to below -3 hit points.
+Comrades have [[Hit Points|hit points]] based on their [[Hit Points per Die|body mass]], plus 1. However, their [[Negative Hit Points|negative hit points]] are far lower than those of levelled individuals; if reduced below -3 hit points, they die outright.
-In combat, they're serviceable in large numbers.  They have a [[THAC0]] of 21.  They possess one [[Weapon Proficiencies|weapon proficiency]] in [[Club (weapon)|club]], though they can use the region's [[Hereditary Weapon I (sage ability)|hereditary weapon]] with a penalty of -1 [[Roll to Hit|to hit]].  Their non-proficiency penalty with all other weapons is -5.
+In large numbers, comrades form an effective fighting force. They have a [[THAC0]] of 21, making them competent but not elite fighters. They possess one [[Weapon Proficiencies|weapon proficiency]] in [[Club (weapon)|club]], though they can wield the regional [[Hereditary Weapon I (sage ability)|hereditary weapon]] with a -1 [[Roll to Hit|to hit]] penalty. Their non-proficiency penalty with all other weapons is -5.
-They are trained to fight with shield and in padded armour, and can make use of a helmet.
+They are trained to fight using a [[Shield (armour)|shield]] and wear [[Hauberk and Chausses|padded armour]], and they can make use of a helmet. While their training is not extensive, they understand battlefield discipline, making them more reliable than untrained rabble.
 == Ability Stats ==
-A comrade's [[Ability Stats|stats]] are generally less than those of better educated artisans, scribes, educators, artists and so on, largely because the individual's dreadfully hard life has wrought damage on his or her health over many years.  When rolling the ability stats for a commoner, use 2d6+1d4.  Add 1 point to both strength and constitution, to a maximum of 18.  See experience, below.
+A comrade's [[Ability Stats|ability stats]] tend to be lower than those of well-educated individuals such as artisans, scribes or scholars. A life of relentless labor, poor nutrition and exposure to the elements leaves its mark on their physical and mental resilience. To determine their stats, roll 2d6+1d4. Add 1 point to both strength and constitution, up to a maximum of 18.
 == Experience ==
-Comrades can gain [[Experience (X.P.)|experience]] (they receive one-fourth share of the x.p. bonus after combat).  If they accumulate as many as 600 points (including those they may have gained as a commoner), they may be considered equal to a [[Soldier-at-Arms (profession)|soldier-at-arms]], regardless of [[Train Soldier-at-Arms (sage ability)|training]].  They cannot advance beyond this training to become levelled persons without [[Level Training (sage ability)|special training]].
+Comrades are capable of gaining [[Experience (X.P.)|experience]] and receive one-fourth of a combat x.p. share. If they amass 600 experience points (including any earned as a commoner), they qualify to become a [[Soldier-at-Arms (profession)|soldier-at-arms]], regardless of formal [[Train Soldier-at-Arms (sage ability)|training]]. However, they cannot advance beyond this threshold without undergoing [[Level Training (sage ability)|special training]].
-However, any comrade with sufficiently high stats, the financial means, a tutor and sufficient time may become a character class.  This is rare for an adult, and requires many years; it's far more likely for a comrade to propose one of their children for the privilege (who, still in the flower of youth, roll 3d6 for their ability stats).
+While rare, it is possible for a comrade to transition into a full-fledged character class. This requires not only sufficient ability stats but also financial resources, a tutor and years of dedicated effort. More often, a comrade with ambition and means will instead seek advancement for their children, whose youth allows them to begin their training at a greater advantage. A child placed in such a position rolls their ability stats using 3d6 rather than the harsher method applied to their parents.
 See [[The Adventure]]

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 Comrades can gain [[Experience (X.P.)|experience]] (they receive one-fourth share of the x.p. bonus after combat).  If they accumulate as many as 600 points (including those they may have gained as a commoner), they may be considered equal to a [[Soldier-at-Arms|soldier-at-arms]], regardless of [[Train Soldier-at-Arms (sage ability)|training]].  They cannot advance beyond this training to become levelled persons without [[Level Training (sage ability)|special training]].
-However, any comrade with sufficiently high stats, the financial means, a tutor and sufficient time may become a character class.  This is rare for an adult, and requires many years; it's far more likely for a commoner to propose one of their children for the privilege (who, still in the flower of youth, roll 3d6 for their ability stats).
+However, any comrade with sufficiently high stats, the financial means, a tutor and sufficient time may become a character class.  This is rare for an adult, and requires many years; it's far more likely for a comrade to propose one of their children for the privilege (who, still in the flower of youth, roll 3d6 for their ability stats).
 See [[The Adventure]]