The Blades of Hope
Despite the Erlanist Church's generally peaceful teachings, it has had some pretty serious amounts of adversity. To make sure that the church is kept safe, secure, and resiliant, the Blades of Hope was created around the time the Newly Righteous began to act up years ago. This group contains Cordomo's most elite of warriors. They have pledged an oath to help protect the lands of Darnolia in general from great evil.
Structure
Hierarchy goes from Top to Bottom:
- High Paladin (Immeral)
- Second-in-Command
- Mandatum Paladinus
- Paladins
- Holy Men at Arms
Public Agenda
This group's sole purpose is to protect the church from any outside forces that may threaten it. However, due to the fact that it is the literal military force of an otherwise peaceful religion, it is usually kept hidden away from the public.
Assets
The Blades of Hope consists of a multitude of highly-trained warriors. These warriors swear loyalty to the church and to the laws of the land. They utilize many high-quality weapons and the higher ranking officers are known to use strong magic.
History
The Blades of Hope was formed in 310 by High Paladin Immeral. During this time, activities of rampant and questionable religious actions were being caused by a group now known as the Newly Righteous. Immeral saw this as a potential danger and after several requests, was granted the funds to start this organization. It slowly yet steadily began to collect soldiers from around the continent and train them to be the most elite of warriors.
Disbandment
The Blades of Hope could not last forever though. During the year 500, decades after the Newly Righteous were eradicated, the organization saw themselves as becoming less and less useful. What exactly made them different from the average military? Why keep the secrecy? Soon, the organization ceased functions and Diolamus adopted a more formal and tradtional military system, no longer fueled by the intent of protecting Erlanism.
DISBANDED/DISSOLVED
Return to Him
310 - 508
Type
Military, Knightly Order
Training Level
Elite
Veterancy Level
Veteran
Leader
Parent Organization
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