Real World Comparisons
The name of the Band and its historical role is similar to the Red Branch Knights from the Irish Ulster Cycle.
The sigil of the Band may well be drawn from the Red Hand of Ulster. The Red Hand of Ulster were considered lucky and were led by the O'Neills. The O'Neills eventually fled Ireland during the flight of the Earl, and became renowned throughout Europe as great soldiers and officers.
The band's motto is likely taken from the words uttered by Julius Caesar, Alea iacta est.
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