[Benyah]

Within the Isles of New Mavethkar, headquartered in the imposing watchtower formerly housed by Asura,

The Justiciar of the Admiralty of New Mavethkar spends time consolidating command and ensuring the fledgling nation will thrive under her father's reign; her network of legal, political, and bureaucratic connections allows her to exert influence and solidify the legitimacy of the New Mavethkarian State within Atheleon.

Yet, unbeknownst to the Duke and many others, the Young Garetta had been creating the circumstances to funnel a particular type of person into the Kingdom and directly under her command. The Privateers, Mariners, and others within the Admiralty, who served the Enarran faith, were alleged to be affiliated with a particular cause;

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"The Order of the Golden Cross is rumored to be an ancient sect that was founded under the name of Enarr, established by a coalition of his Nephilim in the direct aftermath of the God of Wisdom's departure to the netherworld. It serves a vision of perpetual prosperity for mankind, believing it to be their divine duty to create perfect order in a chaotic realm of meaningless bloodshed, petty strife, and corruption.

It is said that those of the Order often consider themselves as the overseer of humanity's fate, under the belief that the wisdom of a select few can salvage mankind from its own destructive impulses, with progress that shall be ushered through control and oversight, rather than through freedom. 

The actual existence of this sect is a topic of much debate, although no real evidence has ever been found to prove it. Nonetheless, it is a widespread belief that many of the events which shaped the history of Meranthe were orchestrated by the Order. A few scholars even attribute the fall of Aeschylus Dynasty, as well as the death of Amphal Aeschylus to the machinations of the Golden Cross."

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For those who loathed Enarr, this might have been a concerning allegation levied against the Enarran Nephilim.

For those who loved serve him, they would only garner opportunity and revival.

From the tropical Islands in the south, to the cold Tundras of the North-east, Enarr's call was clear to them.

Vaguely, some may assume these are the oaths these Enarrans or Enarran Seekers have, or may need undertake;

Pledge of Oversight—We vow to oversee the mortal and ethical conduct of humanity, to steer it away from its baser instincts.

Pledge of Sacrifice—We commit to making the necessary sacrifices, no matter the cost, to prevent Meranthe’s descent into anarchy.

Pledge of Secrecy—We shall operate in the shadows, for the light of wisdom must not blind those we guide, nor should our power become an object of envy or rebellion.

Legends, myths, and tales crystallise;

"Over the centuries and millennia the Order is believed to have expanded its reach well beyond mere advisory roles, with its members within various levels of governance of the many Kingdoms of Meranthe, allowing them to mold the societal norms and influence the leadership discreetly."

Letters and notes are dispatched within hidden sections of societies, calling upon those known to a few to recite their oaths and thread southbound from the Motherland, Atheleon, into the Southern Seas, adjacent to a Gateway of Death;

Priests are called upon, both within and outside the order.  Should they arrive to the land, they will find a new purchase for their purpose in her ordained presence and his commands. The priests are informed that a champion will be anointed if Enarr requires such.

These letters reach even Crownforge, some rumored to have circulated within Kindlehelm, amongst a certain family...but these missives do not dare reach the Richters nor Aundeoths, even if they had the Talalts, Valkynia, and Equisol, requesting activation of old bonds and commitments to Enarr through establishing a connection with the Justiciar, swearing fealty to his Eternal Rule and so;

Steadily works Kakao, developing an item presumed to be for the Leader of this Hidden Sect, yet holding a more impactful purpose;

A crown for the Duke of New Mavethkar, and as such, word travels widely of the presentation of a New Mavethkarian Relic inbound, likely to be presented at some sort of Ceremony. 

Domains of Influence:

Atheleon/The Aphrosi Empire

New Mavethkar (Headquartered)

Seeking to establish influence within:

Crownforge

Kindlehelm

The Kingdom Of Fortuna

OOC:

This is a Sect of the Golden Cross, which is open to Nephilim, Priests, and worshippers of Enarr.

This is a (semi) antagonistic faction toward mainstream faiths/non-Enarran-aligned deities.

You may create a character into the Enarrran faith and Mavethkar or anywhere within Aphros' Empire. If so please contact me on Discord to set you up: azevedo_teixeira

Characters from other settlements may also join, but their paperwork will trace back to the Admiralty, which may complicate IC circumstances. This will serve as a flaw for your character.

Please read:
https://chronicles-of-eternia.com/lore/i...itle=Enarr

Themes:
Paladins
Politicans
Priests
Sailors
Diplomats