Akritai
The Akritai were unique border guards in the frontier lands of the Eastern (Byzantine) Roman Empire. Land was given to groups and peoples from many places for service to the Emperor. Military arms and service for land, a wonderful arrangement for the dispossessed. In the Shire of Crystalmist we liken our service to the Western Thrones as a similar arrangement. Like the Akritai, we have all come from many places, and now have a home at the pleasure of the King.
We serve as the keepers of the border. Our salute and battle cry is "Aeras!" It means, you will be swept away by one of the ancient winds.
Additionally our Motto is, "Today we keep this place"