King's Response to War's Aftermath (227 AHR): King Florian I Fritz, determined to prevent a recurrence of past mistakes, swiftly addressed the aftermath of the War of the Damned. Recognizing that the war had erupted due to Humanity's rapid expansion and the Monarchy's difficulties in managing the kingdom, King Florian sought counsel from trusted advisor Nishizumi Okami.

Formation of the Royal Government (227 AHR): Nishizumi Okami's advice led to a groundbreaking decision. King Florian implemented the formation of a rudimentary government, allowing for the delegation of authority to manage lands, settlements, and tax collection on behalf of the Monarchy. While the king retained absolute control, certain powers were shared with this nascent Royal Government. In 227 AHR, members of the nobility came together to establish the first iteration of the Royal Government.

Societal Response (227-229 AHR): The creation of the Royal Government was met with widespread approval from society. Many saw it as a positive change, providing a channel for addressing grievances with government nobility, as opposed to relying solely on the king.

Civil Unrest and the Birth of the Stationary Guard (229 AHR): By 229 AHR, civil unrest reemerged, particularly in territories bordering Wall Maria, where food shortages intensified. King Florian's response was immediate and sweeping. Rather than deploying the recovering Military Police, still in the aftermath of the war, he chose to split the Military into two. The Stationary Guard was formed, tasked with enforcing the king's will on the fringes of The Walls and protecting those on the outskirts of civilization.

Leadership and Success of the Stationary Guard: Initially led by Commander Reil Leonhart, the Stationary Guard quickly brought unruly territories back into the fold, successfully preventing conflicts from arising. Over time, these defenders on the outskirts became known as the “Defenders of The Walls” for their dedicated work in patrolling and protecting the lesser-inhabited parts of civilization.

The Founding of the Stationary Guard and Royal Government stands as a testament to King Florian's commitment to stabilizing the kingdom post-war. It reshaped the societal structure, providing a more decentralized governance model and ensuring the security of the kingdom's fringes through the establishment of the Stationary Guard.