The Covenant of Tyros

1. **Grand Mariner**: The leader of the Covenant, responsible for making strategic decisions, overseeing the organization's activities, and safeguarding its maritime magic and secrets.   2. **High Navigators**: A small council of trusted members who advise the Grand Mariner and manage specific aspects of the Covenant's operations, such as trade, protection, and magical rituals.   3. **Mystic Mariners**: Skilled members who specialize in maritime magic, responsible for harnessing and preserving the mystical knowledge of the sea. They support and protect the Covenant's ships and interests.   4. **Harbormasters**: Members in charge of maintaining the secrecy and security of the Covenant's hidden ports and bases. They also manage communication with external parties.   5. **Seafarer Wardens**: Those responsible for protecting trade routes and ensuring that the Covenant's interests are safeguarded at sea. They may have command over the organization's ships and crews.   6. **Tidecallers**: Individuals who perform rituals and ceremonies related to the Covenant's maritime magic, including predicting favorable weather, ensuring safe voyages, and other sea-related blessings.   7. **Nautical Scholars**: Those dedicated to preserving the historical records, artifacts, and lore of the Covenant, ensuring that the organization's ancient knowledge is not lost.   8. **Tyrosian Envoys**: Members who maintain contacts with external groups, such as other trade organizations, kingdoms, or mystic orders, while safeguarding the Covenant's secrecy.

1. **Secrecy and Discretion**: Above all, members of the Covenant value secrecy. They believe that their power and knowledge should remain hidden from outsiders, and they go to great lengths to maintain their mysterious presence.   2. **Maritime Devotion**: The sea is at the heart of their culture. They revere the ocean as a source of magic and life, conducting rituals and ceremonies to honor its power and ensure safe voyages.   3. **Mystical Tradition**: Members follow a rich mystical tradition, with a deep connection to water and sea-related magic. These traditions are passed down through generations.   4. **Collective Responsibility**: Members believe in a strong sense of duty to protect and advance the Covenant's interests. They view the organization as a collective entity that transcends individual ambitions.   5. **Respect for History**: The Covenant places great importance on preserving their historical records, artifacts, and lore, which they consider the foundation of their power.   6. **Economic Influence**: They believe in using their influence over trade routes and maritime commerce for the betterment of their organization, but they do so discreetly and without attracting attention.   7. **Ritualistic Communication**: Members often communicate through symbolic gestures, objects, or coded language to maintain secrecy, even in everyday conversations.   8. **Loyalty and Trust**: Trust among members is of utmost importance. Betrayal is considered the gravest offense, and loyalty to the Covenant is unwavering.

1. **Maritime Prosperity and Safety**: Their primary mission is to ensure the prosperity and safety of Lyrivane's maritime trade and navigation by providing protection against piracy, favorable weather predictions, and other essential services.   2. **Cultural Preservation**: They actively position themselves as guardians of maritime traditions and culture in Lyrivane, emphasizing the vital role they play in preserving the region's rich history of seafaring and mysticism.   3. **Charitable Initiatives**: The Covenant engages in charity work and community projects, offering significant support to coastal communities and those who rely on the sea for their livelihoods.   4. **Historical Research**: They sponsor and promote historical research and education related to Lyrivane's maritime history, positioning themselves as patrons of knowledge in this domain.   5. **Environmental Stewardship**: They champion environmental protection and responsible maritime practices, working to minimize the negative impact of sea trade on Lyrivane's waters.

1. **Historical Harbor Headquarters with Sewer Tunnels**: The Covenant's headquarters is a strategically located historical building in the harbor district. It's connected to coastal fortifications through a network of secret sewer tunnels, providing a discreet and secure means of access.   2. **Ships**: The organization possesses a fleet of ships, including cargo vessels, armed vessels for protection, and specialized ships for mystical rituals and exploration.   3. **Artifacts and Relics**: They have amassed a collection of maritime artifacts and mystical relics that hold both historical and magical significance.   4. **Trade Agreements**: The Covenant has established trade agreements with various merchants and trading companies, providing a continuous source of income and resources.   5. **Wealth in Precious Metals**: They have access to significant reserves of silver and gold, acquired through their involvement in trade and commerce.   6. **Skilled Seafarers and Mystic Mariners**: Their members include skilled sailors, navigators, and maritime magic practitioners who form their troops and personnel.   7. **Mystical Equipment**: The Covenant possesses equipment, tools, and artifacts related to maritime magic, enhancing their power and influence.   8. **Weapons and Defenses**: They maintain a variety of weapons and defensive measures to protect their interests, ensuring the security of their headquarters and trade routes.

1. **Foundation (Centuries Ago)**:   - The Covenant of Tyros is founded in secrecy, tracing its origins to ancient seafaring traditions of Lyrivane. Maritime magic is discovered and harnessed by a group of enigmatic mystics.   2. **Establishment of the Historical Headquarters (Many Decades Ago)**:   - The organization's historical harbor headquarters is established as a discreet base of operations in the heart of Lyrivane's bustling harbor district.   3. **Mystic Mariners and Maritime Magic (Generations Ago)**:   - The Covenant flourishes as it expands its ranks with skilled seafarers and mystic navigators, making them a dominant force in Lyrivane's maritime trade.   4. **Securing Trade Agreements (Decades Ago)**:   - The Covenant successfully secures trade agreements with prominent merchants and trading companies, solidifying their economic power.   5. **The Great Revelation (Years Ago)**:   - The discovery of an ancient, powerful maritime artifact propels the Covenant to new heights of mystical influence.   6. **Construction of Coastal Fortifications and Sewer Tunnels (Decades Ago)**:   - The Covenant undertakes the construction of coastal fortifications, which are discreetly connected to the historical building via secret sewer tunnels, ensuring their assets' security.   7. **Rival Organizations and Secrecy Threats (Recent Years)**:   - Competing maritime organizations and outside forces threaten to expose the Covenant's existence. The organization becomes more secretive and enigmatic.   8. **Current Leadership and Grand Mariner (Present Day)**:   - The current Grand Mariner, Caelan Bechara, leads the Covenant with a focus on maintaining their historical traditions, while navigating the complexities of the modern era.