Guardian of Caelum Prime
Qualifications
- Born in the Apocalypse Shadows Era
- Be a believer in Infinite Grace and follow the ways of Eternal Harmony.
- Answer the call of the vision to find a mysterious manuscript and discover what the Shadowsong Messenger has to do with it.
Requirements
- Oath: Take the Oath of Grace.
- Manuscript: Find and read The Doomsday Codex, the manuscript from the vision given.
- Moral Integrity: The individual must demonstrate unwavering moral character and integrity.
- Compassion and Understanding: Compassion for all, understanding that those still Human are scared and need him, as well as the understanding that the Eaters were once Human.
- Combat Proficiency: Proficiency in various forms of combat, including hand-to-hand combat and weaponry.
- Strategic Thinking: Ability to think strategically and make quick decisions in high-pressure situations.
- Leadership Skills: Capability to lead and inspire others, especially during times of crisis or conflict.
- Knowledge of Caelum Prime: Thorough understanding of the history, culture, geography, and last known politics of each Kingdom/country of Caelum Prime.
- Physical Fitness: Excellent physical condition to handle the demanding physical requirements of the role.
- Diplomatic Skills: The ability to keep peace and/or resolve conflict among those he's protecting.
- Commitment: Dedication to the protection and well-being of Caelum Prime, willing to sacrifice personal interests for the greater good.
Appointment
A dark purple silk bookmark shoots out of The Doomsday Codex when it's first opened and wraps around the person's hand and arm. This bookmark has sharp edges that can slice the person open, deep enough that they bleed to death if this happens. After taking the Oath of Grace, all light in the room gets brighter and heat licks through the person's veins. Any pain felt by the person is intensified while their eyes go dark and Infinite Grace speaks to this person. Once Infinite Grace is done speaking, everything goes back to normal, the bookmark lets go of the person and will no longer harm them.
Duties
Protect the Human race during the apocalypse as Gloombringers try to overrun Caelum Prime with Eaters and Dust Rain.
Responsibilities
- Defending Against Gloombringers and Eaters: The Guardian must lead the defense against Gloombringers as they use Eaters to overrun Caelum Prime. This involves actively engaging them in combat and coordinating strategic defenses.
- Protection Against Dust Rain: The Guardian is responsible for implementing measures to minimize its impact and protect the population from its harmful effects.
- Evacuation and Sheltering: The Guardian must oversee the evacuation of civilians to safe zones and shelters such as getting them to Starlight Valley. He must ensure their safety and well-being during the apocalypse.
- Strategic Planning: The Guardian is tasked with developing and implementing strategic plans to counter the Eaters and other Gloombringers tactics. This includes coordinating with Frontier Pathfinders, deploying resources, and adapting tactics as the situation evolves.
- Resource Management: Managing resources such as weapons, magical artifacts, and protective barriers is essential for the Guardian to sustain the defense efforts and support the human resistance against the apocalypse. This is done in conjunction with Frontier Pathfinders.
- Inspiring Hope and Unity: As a symbol of resilience and strength, the Guardian must inspire hope and unity among the remaining people of Caelum Prime, rallying them to stand together against the encroaching darkness.
- Leading by Example: The Guardian leads from the frontlines, demonstrating courage, determination, and selflessness in the face of overwhelming odds. His actions inspire others to persevere and fight for survival.
- Communication and Coordination: Maintaining clear and effective communication with others is crucial for coordinated responses and the dissemination of critical information during the apocalypse.
- Safeguarding Relics and Artifacts: The Guardian is entrusted with protecting valuable relics, artifacts, and magical objects that hold the key to combating the Gloombringers and restoring peace to Caelum Prime. This is in conjunction with Frontier Pathfinders.
- Preparing for Rebuilding: While focused on immediate defense, the Guardian must also plan for the eventual rebuilding and recovery of Caelum Prime once the apocalypse subsides, ensuring a sustainable future for humanity.
Benefits
- Enhanced speed: When needed, he can sustain a running speed of 20 mph. Spriting speed tops at 50 mph as needed.
- Enhanced strength: The Guardian possesses the strength to lift and manipulate heavy objects that would be impossible for an average person, allowing him to exert force equivalent to several times their own body weight.
- Enhanced immune system: Immune system allows the Guardian not to get sick from common ailments as well as strenghthened support from deadlier disease such as Miasma. It also means he is immune from most of the effects of Dust Rain. It does burn him at first but then he is able to quickly heal from it.
- Extended lifespan: As a result of their enhanced physiology, the Guardian's lifespan is significantly prolonged compared to the 200 years that Humans usually live for, granting him the wisdom and experience to better fulfill his role over many generations.
- Heightened senses: The Guardian's senses, including sight, hearing, smell, and intuition, are greatly heightened, enabling them to detect threats and anomalies with exceptional accuracy and awareness.
Accoutrements & Equipment
He has access to a stockpile of weapons laid into a secret room in Guardian Solace, put there by the Benedictine Monks when they still owned and used the monastery.
Access to special artifacts and relics thanks to the Frontier Pathfinders.
History
There isn't much history because while it it a rank that was written down in 500 AE by a monk belonging to the order of Benedictine Monks, it wasn't until 25 Solistice 3000 AS when Josiah Ward claimed the title and took on the duties and responsiblities of this rank.
No one outside the Vatican and the Benedictine Monks knew about this rank. Those who knew didn't think it was a rank that anyone would ever need to claim.
Cultural Significance
Whispers among the Vatican and the Benedictine Monks say that there may be an eventual need for a Guardian even they weren't completely convinced. The monk who had the visions and saw the coming apocalypse coming wasn't truly believed by his peers. Since they weren't convinced what he saw never got out to the public. But The Doomsday Codex was kept safe on the chance that the monk was correct.
Because the public was never told, and they, for the most part, follow the tenents of Eternal Harmony so they have never know what might be coming nor have most of them ever been scared enough to want or need the more immediate help of Infinite Grace that a Guardian provides.
Now that the apocalypse has started, the Guardian has become a beacon and light for the remaining Human race to rally around.
Type
Religious, Special
Status
In Effect
Creation
Title for written down in 500 AE. Josiah Ward claimed title on 25 Solistice 3000 AS
Form of Address
Guardian, [Name]
Source of Authority
Length of Term
Until Death
Current Holders
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