The Shield Regiment is a subdivision of the Imperial Legions: The extensive army of the Holy Empire of Acolytius. It is led by the Commander of the Shield, a role currently filled by Nolan Lafis.
The Shield Regiment serves as the defense and law enforcement of the Empire's various Provinces. An overwhelming majority of these soldiers serve as guards in the multitude of cities and towns throughout the nation, but many other, more elite warriors serve as royal guards for Provincial officials. The Shield Regiment is divided into nine Departments that follow an unorthodox arrangement, at least compared to the other Regiments of the Legions. Instead of being divided based on fighting style, the Shield Regiment is instead divided by Province.