Silbre Sabre

Origins and Establishment:

The Silbre Sabre Guild was founded during the early years of the Silverhost Empire on the continent of Albürn. During the expansion, the Silverhost required a centralized arms and weapon manufacturing guild and recruited, one of the founding members of the Ordo V'Nandi, Agun Bloodbeard, a master rune carver to create an organization that could keep up with the demand of the Navy. Silbre Sabre recruited dwarven weapon smiths from the Scot Clan, master artisans who sought to create quality armaments at a quantity previously unheard of. The Silbre Sabre became the guild that would set the standard for weapon quality and innovation in the Empire.

Rise to Power:

The Silbre Sabre quickly rose to power due to its unmatched craftsmanship, dedication to quality and capability of producing in quantity. The guild's weapons became highly sought after, both within the Empire's military as well as the Corpo-guilds security forces. This lead to lucrative contracts given to the guild by the Capa-Senatorum. The Silbre Sabre's reputation for excellence helped solidify its position as a premier arms manufacturer in the Empire.

Headquarters:

The Silbre Sabre's main production facility is located in the eastern mountain range of Albürn, housed within an immense underground complex that serves as both a manufacturing facility and a secure research facility. The Silbre Sabre halls feature state-of-the-art forges, workshops, and training grounds, showcasing the guild's commitment to craftsmanship and innovation.

Expertise and Specialization:

The Silbre Sabre specializes in the creation of a wide range of arms and weapons, including arc-tec weaponry like firearms, swords, axes, spears, and shields. The guild's dwarven craftsmen are renowned for their attention to detail and mastery of traditional and magical forging techniques, resulting in weapons of exceptional quality and durability.

Operations and Processes:

The Silbre Sabre's operations are highly organized, with each weapon crafted using a meticulous process that ensures consistency and quality. The guild utilizes a combination of traditional craftsmanship and magical enchantment to imbue its weapons with unique properties and abilities.

Workforce:

The Silbre Sabre boasts a skilled and dedicated workforce of generational smiths from the Scot Clan of the Albürnish dwarves. Several roles are filled by clan members including master weapon smiths, arcane enchanters, and junior apprentices. The guild ensures its members undergo rigorous training from a young age to meet the guild's high standards of craftsmanship and quality. Positions as a rune-smith are hereditary and it is an honor to be selected into their numbers.

Ethical Practices and Reputation:

The Silbre Sabre is known for its commitment to fair and honest dealings. The guild has a reputation for delivering on its promises and standing behind the quality of its products, earning the trust and respect of the Silverhost government for its entire existence.

Leadership and Structure:

The Silbre Sabre is owned by the Scot Clan and governed by their chosen patriarch or matriarch of the time. It is they who oversee the guild's operations and strategic direction. The guild's sub-divisions have a hierarchical structure, with each member playing a crucial role in the manufacturing and distribution process.

Security Measures:

The Silbre Sabre takes security extremely seriously, implementing strict measures to protect its forges, workshops, and warehouses. Their forges are considered some of the most guarded facilities of the Empire. The guild employs skilled guards, former veterans of the dwarves famous Iron Guard as well as numerous arc-tec automation. All tunnels and mines employ the use of arcane wards to ensure the security of its halls and the safety of its employees.

Challenges and Controversies:

While the Silbre Sabre has enjoyed great success, it has not been without controversy. The guild has been challenged from rival guilds seeking to undermine its dominance several times; however, the Silbre Sabre has always maintained its relationship with the Silverhost government. Silbre Sabre weapons are also highly sought after on the black market, synonomous with quality and integrity.

Type

Corporation, Manufacturing