Combat Medic

description

The Combat Medics from Trench Crusade, also known as the Sisters of St. Cosmas, are an elite medical corps specializing in battlefield first aid and surgeries. They are primarily associated with New Antioch but can also be recruited by Trench Pilgrims as mercenaries.

skills and abilities

Role and Abilities Combat Medics perform life-saving surgeries on the front lines while also engaging in combat when necessary. They wield a combat surgical knife, doubling as a Misericordia, and carry medical kits with potent battlefield drugs to stabilize soldiers or enable them to fight briefly despite severe injuries. Training Most Combat Medics are trained by the Sisters of St. Cosmas, although some receive training from the Order of St. Barbara.

appearance and personality

Appearance Combat Medics typically wear practical yet striking uniforms designed for battlefield conditions. Their attire includes medical insignias, pouches for tools, and protective gear suited for harsh environments. They are often depicted carrying a combat surgical knife, which doubles as a weapon and a tool for battlefield surgeries. Medical kits filled with potent drugs are a key part of their gear. Miniatures and concept art show them with a mix of utilitarian and religious aesthetics, emphasizing their devotion to the Faith while maintaining functionality. Personality Combat Medics are fiercely dedicated to their duty, embodying compassion for wounded allies while showing ruthless efficiency against enemies. Their modified Hippocratic Oath drives them to save lives on one hand and eliminate heretics on the other. They are disciplined, resilient, and unyielding under pressure, traits honed through rigorous training with the Sisters of St. Cosmas or the Order of St. Barbara. Their demeanor reflects a balance of empathy for comrades and cold pragmatism in combat situations, making them both reliable healers and formidable fighters.