Church of the Northern Light
This is the Holy order of Saint Ursula, names so by the great lights in the sky that could be seen 1000 miles away as she fought the final battle that in the end cost her life and won by her ascension into the source. The sect of the third saint is know as the keepers of knowledge and secrets. Their group have some of the best collections of books on Source lore and that of their enemy, the other.
Their grand cathedral is in the city of Sheldon West where the Arch Bishop of the Northern Lights resides. Other strongholds of their faith are in Longford and Tophelm with a sizeable church in the Kingdom of Leah in West Helm.
Though the Church is open to all most of the high level positions are held by women.
They field a few different sects into realm.
The Inquisitors, or better know by their common name Witch Hunters. They seek out the corruption of the other and destroy it before it can get a foothold
in the land of High Helm. The are a grim bunch that project fear when ever they arrive into a town. For if an Inquisitor ever passes a Judgement of corruption than the township my be thoroughly wiped of all traces of the Other. This is the one group who can overrule the authority of the Golden Strand. For once the Inquisition has been called nothing can escape its judgement.
Battle Friars of Saint Ursula or battle monks. These peaceful acolytes spread the word of Saint Ursula to the masses. With they please kind demeanor they are the complete opposite to their Grim brothers the Witch Hunters. They do charity work, seek knowledge and understanding as well as help those in need. Do night be fooled. Most that travel far out into the world have been heavy trained in the Martial arts and have been know to take out pacts of bandits who would see a man of the cloth as easy prey.
Sisters of Light, are the final sect of the church comprised completely of women. Made of of paladins and Clerics that can be fielded in times of great need to defend the faith.
Type
Religious, Holy Order
Divines
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