The Knights of the Emerald Flame

The Knights of the Emerald Flame

The Knights of the Emerald Flame are the chosen champions of Tarnith, sworn to protect the realm, defend the Verdant Veil, and uphold the ideals of honor, courage, and harmony with nature. Each knight embodies a virtue and wields a unique artifact tied to the magic of Tarnith or the Feywild. They are bound by the Oath of the Flame, which commits them to serve the land, its people, and their sovereign.

The Knights

Sir Gwynn of the Verdant Blade

Virtue: Courage
The leader of the Order, Sir Gwynn is a paragon of knightly virtue and a loyal companion to the king. A veteran of many battles, he wields the Verdant Blade, a sword that bursts into green flame when he fights for justice. His presence inspires allies and strikes fear into foes.
Notable Deeds: Defended the Glade of Seasons from an incursion by shadow beasts.

Lady Fionna Redveil

Virtue: Cunning
Once a rogue from Tarnith’s slums, Lady Fionna proved her worth by uncovering and thwarting a plot to poison the king. Her sharp wit and mastery of stealth make her invaluable in espionage and sabotage. She carries the Shadow Cloak, a fey-enchanted mantle that allows her to become invisible at will.
Notable Deeds: Penetrated the Forest of Nightshade to retrieve a lost artifact.

Aedric Stormblade

Virtue: Valor
A knight of unparalleled strength, Aedric was blessed by the Primordial of Air, granting him the ability to summon storms in battle. He wields the Tempest Spear, which crackles with lightning and can shatter enemy formations.
Notable Deeds: Held a mountain pass against an invading army single-handedly until reinforcements arrived.

Merris the Greenhand

Virtue: Compassion
A druidic knight and healer, Merris has the ability to awaken forests to protect Tarnith. She carries the Staff of Blooming, a weapon that can heal allies or unleash waves of thorny vines against enemies.
Notable Deeds: Saved an entire village from a deadly plague using her druidic magic.

Sir Cael Blackthorn

Virtue: Justice
Known for his stern demeanor, Sir Cael serves as the Order’s enforcer, ensuring that the knights uphold their oaths. He wields the Judgment Gauntlet, which glows brighter when its bearer faces one who has broken their vows.
Notable Deeds: Rooted out corruption in Tarnith’s eastern provinces, restoring order and trust.

Lady Isolde Brightheart

Virtue: Loyalty
The heart of the Order, Lady Isolde inspires unity among the knights. Her weapon, the Beacon Shield, radiates golden light that bolsters allies’ courage and deflects magical attacks.
Notable Deeds: Led the defense of Caelwyn’s Hold during the Siege of Shadows.

Dorian Nightshade (Former Knight)

Virtue: Ambition (Corrupted)
Once a trusted knight, Dorian betrayed the Order in his quest for power. He sought the Cauldron of Eternal Wellspring and fell to darkness, becoming a cautionary tale of unchecked ambition.
Notable Deeds: His betrayal nearly led to Tarnith’s collapse, but his actions solidified the unity of the surviving knights.

Sir Eryndor “The Silver Lance”

Virtue: Honor
Known for his unyielding code of conduct, Sir Eryndor fights with the Lance of Starlight, a weapon said to have been blessed by the Summer Blaze Court. His prowess in jousts is unmatched.
Notable Deeds: Defeated a fey-touched hydra in single combat to protect the Verdant Veil.

Lady Neryssa “The Starborn”

Virtue: Wisdom
A scholar-warrior who has studied the mysteries of the Feywild, Lady Neryssa wields the Celestial Tome, a magical book that grants her knowledge of forgotten spells. She advises the king on arcane matters.
Notable Deeds: Negotiated a truce with the Winter Frost Court during a Feywild incursion.

Sir Braith Oakshield

Virtue: Fortitude
A towering figure with unmatched resilience, Sir Braith carries the Living Shield, an enchanted bulwark that grows stronger with each blow it absorbs. He is the Order’s unshakable defender.
Notable Deeds: Held the line at the Battle of Verdant Hollow, saving hundreds of lives.

Lady Selwyn “The Flamebearer”

Virtue: Hope
A beacon of optimism, Lady Selwyn wields the Everflame Blade, a sword that burns with the unyielding light of hope. Her presence lifts the spirits of those around her, even in the darkest times.
Notable Deeds: Rallied Tarnith’s forces during the Night of Veils, driving back the spectral Wild Hunt.

The Oath of the Flame

The Knights of the Emerald Flame swear a sacred oath upon induction:

Protect the Land: Defend Tarnith and the Verdant Veil from all threats.

Honor the Pact: Respect the ancient agreements with the Feywild.

Serve the People: Act with compassion and justice for Tarnith’s inhabitants.

Uphold Virtue: Embody the ideals of courage, loyalty, and honor.