Order of the Phoenix
The Phoenix Riders: Keepers of Peace and Betrayal
The Phoenix Riders were an elite and secretive order within the Pendragon Knights, established by King Arthur I, the legendary Merlin Ambrosia, and Thrawn the Brave Heart, Arthur’s mighty Red Dragon. These knights were the Dovahkiin, dragon riders tasked with upholding peace and justice across Northern Azure, much like the Jedi Order of old. They were revered throughout the realm, working alongside the Gate Keepers to ensure stability and balance.
Yet, even the greatest of orders are not immune to corruption. Greed, ambition, and betrayal took root within the Phoenix Riders, igniting the flames of the War of the Ancients. The greatest traitor of all was Governor Abraham Harker, remembered as the Great Betrayer. His treachery plunged the land into chaos, leading to the death of nearly all dragons. In the war’s tragic aftermath, King Arthur IX was left with no choice but to disband the Phoenix Riders on the 30th of Luna, Year -1 AD, forever marking the end of an era.
For 500 years, the Phoenix Riders existed only in legend.
The Rebirth of the Order
In the reign of King Arthur XVIII, fate took a dramatic turn. On the 7th of Cupid, 500 CD, the Phoenix Riders were reestablished, after a shocking discovery by Shining Eclipse, an adventuring guild affiliated with Acquisitions Incorporated Franchise K in the Soteropolis Region. This guild had forged an unexpected connection with the Guardians—a revered assembly of twelve dragons, chosen by Drako and Io to lead the Stewards of YonZora. Even more astonishingly, the adventurers unearthed six dragon eggs, reigniting hope that dragons—and the Phoenix Riders—might rise once more.
But this rebirth was not without danger. In the shadows, the Crimson Brotherhood, a secretive and growing power in the Soteropolis Region for the past 400 years, had been working toward its own ends. Lillian Harker-Oakencrown, widow of the Great Betrayer, was now at its helm. Worse still, it was discovered that she possessed the only surviving dragon from the War of the Ancients—a black dragon named Shurikan. Once a wyrmling, Shurikan had grown into a fearsome adult, and had sired at least one silver dragon with the wicked Thanika, Queen of the Silver Hearts Clan.
Recognizing the stakes, King Arthur XVIII appointed a historic new leadership for the Phoenix Riders—one that broke centuries of tradition. For the first time in the Order’s history, its highest ranks would be held by non-humans. The Grand Master of the Phoenix, or Supreme Commander, was named as Dimmir Brightlite, a wise and battle-hardened Satyr. His Executive Officer (Commandant), second-in-command of the Order, was Marik Blight, a formidable Tiefling warrior.
With the Phoenix Riders reborn, a new generation now takes up the torch to reclaim the legacy of the Dovahkiin. Yet, with old enemies rising, dragons returning, and dark forces gathering, the balance of Northern Azure stands on the edge of a blade.
Structure
Command and Rank Structure of the Order of the Phoenix
- Dovahkiin Riders, Defenders of the Realm
- Role: Supreme commander of the Order of the Phoenix, overseeing all strategic decisions, diplomatic relations, and military operations.
- Additional Title: A Knight of the Round Table – As a trusted advisor to the King, the Grandmaster holds a seat among the Knights of the Round Table, ensuring that the Order remains aligned with the kingdom’s highest interests.
- Reports To: The King and the High Council.
- Direct Authority Over: The Commandant (XO), Phoenix Lords, and all Order operations.
- Second-in-command. Directly oversees training, discipline, and readiness of the Order. Responsible for the Draconis Sanctum (Dovahkiin Academy) and battlefield operations in the Grandmaster’s absence.
- Highest-ranking non commisoned officer (NCO). Ensures the morale, discipline, and effectiveness of enlisted personnel, reporting directly to High Command.
- A council of elder Phoenix Knights who serve as high advisors and enforcers of the Order’s traditions to ensure peace is always sought first before exsive force is used.
- Supreme battlefield commander. Leads all peace keeping missions, military operations and combat strategy. Reports directly to the Grandmaster.
- Oversees all operations across the realm, ensuring Phoenix Knights and their wings are deployed properly.
- Warden of Ash (O-6, Colonel) (S-2, Intelligence Officer) – Head of reconnaissance, intelligence gathering, and counter-espionage. Leads The Emberwatch and The Cindersworn.
- Warden of the Pyre (O-6, Colonel) (S-4, Logistics & Supply Officer) – Oversees logistics, supply lines, armory, and fortifications for the Order.
- Master of Blazing Steel (O-6, Colonel) (S-3, Operations & Training Officer) – Oversees all combat training and tactical readiness. Works directly with the Commandant (XO) on military drills.
- Master of Arcane Flame (O-6, Colonel) (S-3, Magical Warfare Officer) – Oversees the training and battlefield deployment of magic-wielding Phoenix Knights.
- Phoenix Adjutant (O-5, Lieutenant Colonel) (S-1, Personnel & Administration Officer) – Manages internal affairs, records, and the promotion system within the Order.
- Phoenix Chaplain (O-5, Lieutenant Colonel) – Spiritual leader and historian of the Order, ensuring morale and recording historical events.
- Directs all training, curriculum, and military readiness at the academy. Reports directly to the Commandant of the Phoenix Guard.
- Second-in-command of Draconis Sanctum. Oversees day-to-day operations and training.
- Train aspirants and Nephites in aerial combat, tactics, and dragon bonding. All instructors report to the Master of the Sanctum.
- Phoenix Captain (O-3, Captain) – Leads a Flight of Phoenix Knights (5-10 Dovahkiin riders). Acts as a frontline officer.
- Ember Lieutenant (O-2, 1st Lieutenant) – Second-in-command of a Flight, responsible for mentoring Nephites and acting as a direct combat leader.
- Ash Sergeant (E-7, Gunnery Sergeant) – Senior non-commissioned officer who ensures discipline and training for Phoenix Knights and Nephites.
- Each Wing is a battle formation of multiple Flights of dragon riders.
- 1st Phoenix Wing – The Inferno Guard (Elite protectors of the Grandmaster and High Command).
- 2nd Phoenix Wing – The Emberwatch (Scouts and reconnaissance officers).
- 3rd Phoenix Wing – The Cindersworn (Covert intelligence agents, spies, and assassins).
- 4th Phoenix Wing – The Infernal Vanguard (Primary peacekeeping and combat forces).
- 5th Phoenix Wing – The Ashen Guard (Reserve forces and battlefield support).
- Wing Commander (O-7, Brigadier General) – Leads an entire Wing.
- Deputy Wing Commander (O-6, Colonel) – Second-in-command of a Wing.
- Squadron Leaders (O-5, Lieutenant Colonel) – Leads a Squadron of 3-4 Flights.
- Flight Leaders (O-3, Captain) – Commands a Flight of 5-10 riders.
- Ember Lieutenants (O-2, 1st Lieutenant) – Flight second-in-command.
- The journey from a hopeful recruit to an elite Dovahkiin Rider
- Non-bonded recruits who serve in various capacities within the Order (logistics, combat training, intelligence, etc.).
- Undergo rigorous training at the Draconis Sanctum until they successfully bond with a dragon.
- Newly bonded dragon riders.
- Serve as squires to Phoenix Knights, undergoing combat training, aerial maneuvers, and battlefield tactics.
- Must prove themselves in combat and pass the Trial of Flames to advance.
- Officially knighted and granted full Phoenix Knight status.
- Given command of their dragon and a small group of Nephites for mentorship.
- Expected to serve under a Phoenix Captain (O-3) as part of a Flight.
- Can advance to Ember Lieutenant (O-2, 1st Lieutenant) and eventually command their own Flight.
Public Agenda
Public Agenda of the Phoenix Riders
Issued by Decree of His Majesty King Arthur XVIII
Established: 7th of Cupid, 500 CD
I. Purpose & Mission
The Phoenix Riders are the elite protectors of Northern Azure, dedicated to preserving peace, justice, and balance in all the realms. As heirs to the legacy of the Dovahkiin, we stand as the shield against tyranny, the sword against corruption, and the voice of the innocent.
Our order exists to:
- Protect the Realms of Northern Azure and its people from external and internal threats.
- Maintain peace and order through diplomacy, strategy, and, when necessary, force.
- Safeguard the return of dragons, ensuring they are neither exploited nor turned to evil.
- Uphold the ancient alliance with the Guardians and the Stewards of YonZora.
- Stand against corruption, ensuring no ruler or guild can manipulate the balance of power.
- Honor – Act with integrity, speak truth, and uphold justice.
- Wisdom – Seek knowledge, balance duty with mercy, and never act in haste.
- Strength – Protect the weak, train relentlessly, and never falter in the face of darkness.
- The Phoenix Riders work in harmony with:
- The Realm of Avalon, ensuring law and order across the lands.
- The Guardians, preserving the resurgence of dragonkind.
- The Allies of Northern Azure, serving as an elite force beyond the battlefield.
- Local Lords and Guilds, assisting in maintaining security and prosperity.
- The Phoenix Riders are sworn to stand against forces that threaten Avalon and Northern Azure, including but not limited to:
- The Crimson Brotherhood, whose dark influence undermines the realm.
- Lillian Harker-Oakencrown, widow of the Great Betrayer, and her schemes to reclaim power.
- Shurikan the Tyrant, a black dragon raised in the shadows of war.
- Thanika, the Evil Queen of the Silver Hearts Clan, whose ambitions could doom the balance of power.
- The Black Legion Empire
- The Black Moon Empire.
- Any Foreighn Threat to Northern Azure.
- The Venom Blade
- Corruption within noble ranks, ensuring that those in power serve the people, not themselves.
- The rebirth of the Phoenix Riders marks a new era. As dragons return to the skies, the Order will grow stronger, welcoming knights, scholars, and leaders from all races and backgrounds. The appointment of Dimmir Brightlite (a Satyr) as Grand Master and Marik Blight (a Tiefling) as Commandant represents a new, inclusive vision for the Order, one built on merit rather than bloodline.
- With King Arthur XVIII’s blessing, we shall reclaim our legacy and stand as the eternal guardians of Northern Azure. The Phoenix Riders rise anew, their flames unextinguished.
- "We are the Fire that Endures. We are the Light in the Darkness. We are the Phoenix Riders."
"We are the Fire that Endures. We are the Light in the Darkness. We are the Phoenix Riders."
Founding Date
5 Sonnus, -3999 AD Reestablished on the 7th of Cupid 500 CD
Type
Military, Knightly Order
Alternative Names
The Dovahkiin
Training Level
Elite
Veterancy Level
Decorated/Honored
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