How did mercenaries get hired?

The majority of classic mercenary-like jobs on the market today typically require past military or law enforcement experience. Even better, is previous experience working in the special forces of the army, USMC, navy, or air force if seeking the higher paying security-related jobs available on the market.

What did mercenaries do in the Middle Ages?

If they were looking for paid work, individuals and small groups of mercenaries could escort merchant convoys or guard the wealthy and their property. If they were commoners, they could fight as champions for hire in trials by combat.

Where are mercenaries needed?

Security contractors, commonly called mercenaries, perform security, intelligence, and combat across the globe for money. They can be found in every military hot spot – Afghanistan, Colombia, or Iraq.

Why did Kings hire mercenaries?

During the High Middle Ages (around 1100 – 1275), mercenaries contracted by the English crown were not merely uncon- trollable hordes ravaging the countryside, but rather they acted as highly effective tools of the king in his attempt to maintain royal authority.

What was the major problem with hiring mercenaries during the Renaissance?

Mercenaries had a reputation for being undisciplined and difficult to control. In fact, they were usually reliable unless their pay was late or missing. In such cases their behavior could be unpredictable, from taking out their anger on the local population to forcing commanders to attack against their wishes.

How do you get mercenaries?

To unlock Mercenary in Risk of Rain 2, players need to find a Celestial Portal, then go through it to find an Obelisk. Upon reaching the Obelisk, they have to sacrifice themselves. This will unlock Mercenary in Risk of Rain 2, but there is some disagreement about how to make a Celestial Portal appear.