Darigan
The Darigan, was a special military force within the armed forces of the Sasanian Empire. This force (alongside the pushtigban) was charged with the protection of the Sasanian Emperor. The members of the Darigan were chosen from the various noble and significant families within the empire. Members of the Darigan were charged with tasks such as guarding the gates of the palace, presenting guests and foreign leaders to the ruler, and occasionally acted as military advisors or diplomats to the King.
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| Military leader | Hazarbed |
| Political leader | Sasanian king |
| Allegiance | Sasanian Empire |
| Headquarters | Sasanian Royal Palace |
| Active regions | Sasanian Empire |
| Part of | Sasanian Empire |
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