COLLENS (col-lens)
Overview
The Collens are a semi-secretive organization dedicated to fighting corruption wherever it is found, aiding the helpless/innocent, and keeping watch against wicked forces. The Collens have several different branches found in various locations in Lavantia, with each branch having a high degree of autonomy among the wider order. Their reputation varies greatly among the peoples of Lavantia. Many see the Collens as a good organization, but are mostly unsure what to make of them at times. Some see them as bothersome zealots whose actions tend to cause more problems than solve. Others regard them as almost insufferable meddlers who interfere in the affairs of the powerful.Basics
Motto / slogan / axiom |
Alternative names |
Status |
"We Preserve, We Protect, and We Watch." |
Defenders, good folks, annoying zealots, |
Active |
Founding Date |
Dissolution Date |
Leader Title |
The Old Conflicts |
N/A (still active) |
Master |
Geographic Location / Base Settlement / HQ |
Related Species |
Related Ethnicities |
Varies as each branch has their own headquarters |
Humans, Adakin, Lerith, Gallian, Cairteail, Fiorhin, Pantara, Saurid, Ursidian |
Gershonites, Kerrosanos, Fidem, Aphrans, |
Structure
The Collens as an organization are actually not formally organized in the conventional sense, as their origins started off as a gathering of individuals who banded together in the shared goals of preserving civilizations and the protecting the downtrodden/innocent. The lack of a formal structure aided the Collens in their continuance as a semi-secret group. Some members took on roles of spymasters who head an intelligence network, but held little hierarchy or ranking over their fellows. There are no formal rosters as the group is not so clearly defined, and a public face of the groups has been seen as somewhat inconsistent from one location to another. Despite this, there are ranks that are recognized with the group that denote one’s faithful service to the Collens Oath. These ranks are:
The western branch of the Collens mainly operates in Kerrosano, with some members based in Gershon. Their influence in Gershon is quite sizable, although they do so with accordance with their covenant with the Zethamites and the powerful Sages. They ultimately chose not to do anything that would upset the ever-vigilant Zethamites and Gershonite Sages, as their numbers are nowhere large enough to contest with them.
Kerrosano branch
The Kerrosano Branch maintain a slightly more formal structure compared to some of their fellows in other places. They have more influence in the island duchy of Kerrosano, even holding a base there openly. They mostly prefer to work through adventuring groups and other factions, although they do maintain a sizable force in the lands. They are notable for most of their members being partial to the faith of Adonailym, making a point of including its practices into their routine. While the Collens order as a whole doesn’t necessarily promote any belief system, the Kerrosano branch became more notable for its wider adoption.
- Master: Master Collens are the leaders who lead either an entire branch, or each a house with a branch. They usually dictate the overall agenda while honoring the Oath they swore.
- Captain: Captain are the field operatives who lead teams to carry out missions for the branches.
The western branch of the Collens mainly operates in Kerrosano, with some members based in Gershon. Their influence in Gershon is quite sizable, although they do so with accordance with their covenant with the Zethamites and the powerful Sages. They ultimately chose not to do anything that would upset the ever-vigilant Zethamites and Gershonite Sages, as their numbers are nowhere large enough to contest with them.
Kerrosano branch
The Kerrosano Branch maintain a slightly more formal structure compared to some of their fellows in other places. They have more influence in the island duchy of Kerrosano, even holding a base there openly. They mostly prefer to work through adventuring groups and other factions, although they do maintain a sizable force in the lands. They are notable for most of their members being partial to the faith of Adonailym, making a point of including its practices into their routine. While the Collens order as a whole doesn’t necessarily promote any belief system, the Kerrosano branch became more notable for its wider adoption.Public Agenda
The public agenda of the Collens & its branches generally is the warding off of corruption among the civilizations, and helping the common people to help make their lives better in different ways.
Assets
The Collens generally has access to a large number of resources that are provided for through various avenues, used by the different branches to fuel the overall agenda of the organization. Each branch has various financial funding through different business ventures, and the tithes given by members each month. Each branch has varying amount of funding, but generally most have been easily able to fund their daily operations without issue.
Members are also allowed to do other jobs so long as they do not violate The Oath.
Each branches also controls assets such as altarrins, weaponry, etc. Members also fulfill different roles based on their training and talents, supply each Collens branch with the personnel needed to fulfill different roles.
Foreign Relations
Gershon
The Collens of Kerrosano enjoy a good friendship in Gershon with the Zethamites, although the Zethamites have insisted on conditions being honored. While a branch of Collens is allowed to exist in Gershon, they must cooperate with the Zethamites & defer to them in all matters. No exceptions are made for them. The Collens, for their part, have honored these conditions as they have no desire to antagonize the Zethamites in any way.Kerrosano
The Kerro branch enjoys good relations with the people of Kerrosano, generally seen as defenders of the common people against the vices of the nobility. The Kerro High Council, especially the Archduke, sees the Kerro branch as a great buffer against the vices of the local nobility & high-status factions. They are also seen in a generallly positive light by the common people of Kerrosano for their support them. The Kerro branch's willingness to expose corruption has been a boon for the law-enforcement, and a point of contention among other factions."We Preserve, We Protect, and We Watch."
Type
Guild, Professional
Alternative Names
wide-eyed zealots, good folk, helpful people, spiteful interlopers, peasant lovers, upstarts, champion fanatics
Training Level
Professional
Leader Title
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Location
Related Ranks & Titles
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Sounds like an interesting organization! I like the way you used a table to get all the information presented, that's a good idea. Nice job!
Thank you! Using a custom table for my articles is something intend to do more often.