Commands
Commands ring out in drilling, march and battle. Legionaries must be able to discern the meaning of the commands immediately, without having to think or translate them internally. Such delays can cost lives, can cost battles! Learn the commands below and know them like you know yourself.
Discipline Commands | |
Ad Signa | Fall in |
Silentium | Silence |
Intente | Attention |
Dimitto | Dismissed |
Otiose | Stand at ease |
Marching Commands | |
Ad Agmine | Form marching columns |
Signo sequute | Follow the Signifier/leader |
Procedite | March |
Consiste | Halt |
Ordenem servate | Hold your position |
Accelera | Speed up |
Tarda | Slow down |
Laxate | Rest |
Battle & Weapons Commands | |
Ad aciem | Line up in the battle formations |
Arma stringe | Draw weapon |
Arma reconde | Sheath weapon |
Parati | Brace for attack |
Impetus | Attack! |
Recedo | Retreat |