Military: Torrike

The Torrikan forces are modern, structurally sound and well equipped. In theory a largely conscript force, in reality, national Service is used to identify suitable

candidates for long term service and the reserves. All adults are subject to conscription from the age of 17 and must complete a 16 week induction period,

which both provides basic Military training and an assessment period in which potential future leaders are identified. The armed forces have always had a highly

intellectual approach to warfare, seeking to maximise the effectiveness of their forces through a vigorous analysis of strategy and tactics. The Defence Academy

(War Academy until 1990) trains the brightest and best for future command. There is considerable emphasis on professional development throughout the

training structure and a great deal of attention is given to encouraging all ranks to use their initiative to the greatest extent possible. Torrike’s declared role

model is the Israeli Defence Forces, which are admired for their operational effectiveness. To balance that, the Torrikan armed forces have little actual

operational experience and have only exercised with Bothnia, Framland and to a lesser extent, Arnland. Otsonian observers on Torrikan exercises have found

them to be somewhat rigid in outlook.