Merchants of the White Road

Merchants of the White Road This trading coalition manages and protects the trade routes that supply Harrowfrost, vital for the city's economy and resource acquisition.

Structure

The Merchants of The White Road operates through a structured hierarchy to ensure smooth and efficient operations.

1. Guildmaster: Alaric Thorne - Oversees all guild activities, ensures adherence to policies, and represents the guild in the Shadowmarch Merchants' Alliance.
2. Deputy Guildmaster: Second-in-command, manages internal affairs and assists the Guildmaster in strategic planning.
3. Treasurer: Manages the guild’s finances, including revenue from trades and expenditures.
4. Trade Overseers: Supervise specific trade routes, ensuring safe and profitable transactions.
5. Market Masters: Handle the operations of local markets along the White Road, including vendor disputes and market expansions.
6. Security Captain: Ensures the safety of guild members and goods, coordinating escorts and protection services.
7. Administrative Scribes: Maintain records, manage correspondence, and handle bureaucratic tasks.

Public Agenda

The Merchants of The White Road aims to facilitate and enhance trade across Shadowmarch, promoting economic stability and growth. The guild is committed to fostering trust and cooperation among merchants, ensuring fair trade practices, and maintaining the safety and security of its members and trade routes. By establishing reliable and efficient trade networks, the guild seeks to support local economies, boost cultural exchange, and contribute to the overall prosperity of the regions connected by the White Road. Additionally, the guild advocates for peaceful resolutions to conflicts and strives to uphold the principles of integrity and mutual benefit in all its dealings.

Assets

The Merchants of The White Road boasts significant wealth, accumulated through centuries of successful trade and strategic investments. The guild holds extensive assets, including warehouses, marketplaces, and caravans equipped with advanced trade technologies. Their primary holdings include trade outposts along the White Road, such as fortified storage facilities and merchant quarters. The guild also owns several trading ships that traverse the rivers and coastlines of Shadowmarch, further expanding their reach. Additionally, the guild has invested in valuable real estate in key cities and maintains a sizable treasury of gold, precious gems, and rare trade goods, ensuring its economic stability and influence.

History

• 5th Thaw’s End, 856 EoS: Collette Belhomme founds the Merchants of The White Road to promote safe and profitable trade across Shadowmarch.
• 15th Frostfall, 1000 EoS: The guild establishes its first major trade outpost, expanding its influence.
• 1st Evernight, 2000 EoS: The guild joins the Shadowmarch Merchants' Alliance, strengthening its trade network and political clout.
• 20th Shadefall, 2500 EoS: Under new leadership, the guild implements advanced trade technologies, enhancing efficiency and profitability.
• 10th Wraithwind, 3000 EoS: The guild successfully negotiates a major trade agreement with neighboring city-states, boosting its wealth and influence.
• 30th Bloodmoon, 4000 EoS: The guild expands its holdings to include several coastal trading ships, further extending its reach.
• 1st Solsticeshade, 4500 EoS: The guild fortifies its key trade outposts, ensuring the safety of merchants and goods amidst rising threats.
• 17th Frost's Breath, 4856 EoS: Alaric Thorne becomes Guildmaster, ushering in a new era of strategic growth and enhanced trade relations.

Trade and Trust

Founding Date

5th Thaw’s End, 856 EoS

Type

Guild, Craftsmen

Demonym

White Roaders

Leader

Sir Podric Greybark

Leader Title

Guildmaster of The White Road

Founders

• Collette Belhomme

Location

Harrowfrost

Related Ranks & Titles

• Guildmaster of The White Road

Controlled Territories

• The White Road Market

Notable Members

• Collette Belhomme