Order of the Undying Sun

The Order of the Undying Sun is strongest in Novigrad, with a lesser presence in the Free City of Zobeck. Hundreds of knights serve in dozens of small and major companies throughout Midgard. The Order is widely admired, its scarred and devoted warriors each fight harder than half-a-dozen mercenaries, and their unwavering devotion to high ideals makes them the elite backbone of the Nilfgaard army. Though known for its outstanding heavy cavalry, the order also raises most other troops, though rarely archers. These include companies of warrior-priests of Khors in war wagons, swift White Riders who primarily act as scouts and skirmishers, and even companies of devout pike fighters who serve a season for pay and honor (the “Sunset Regiments,” so-called because their service sees an end) and though they are not knights, the Sunset Regiments vastly increase the order’s martial power. With weapons and basic armor provided by the order’s armorers, these soldiers are uniformly of a higher quality than most levied troops. The order’s headquarters is located within a stronghold near the center of Novigrad. The order obeys the Provost Marshall Ulrichus Valotto.

Relationships

The order typically has good relations with many nations, despite backing the Nilfgaard army on multiple occasions. The dragon empire finds them useful for their quest to destroy all that is undead and unholy, however also sees them as an annoyance for their allegiance to Nilfgaard. The dark kingdoms absolutely despise the order and will actively seek to attack them if given the chance. They are widely celebrated within Novigrad and the Free City of Zobeck.

Goals

The order's main goal is to fight back the undead and unholy in the name of their god Khors and to spread the worship of Khors throughout the land. Their secondary goal is to back Nilfgaard in their endeavors, since the organization has strong ties to the nation due to being formed there. However since the death of the king and the seven most powerful cities vying for power, the organization has decided to take a more neutral approach and attempt to act as keepers of the peace in this time of crises and war.

Figures of Interest

Marshall Ulrichus Valotto

Lawful Good, Male Aasimar
Marshall is the current Provost of the order and leads all major operations the order carries out. He can typically be found within their stronghold, restlessly planning the next coarse of action. He is a vigilant man, dedicated, righteous, devout, and empathetic. He is seen as what all in the order wish to achieve to be.

Paladin Ekkenhart

Lawful Good, Male Human
Paladin Ekkenhart is a kind individual who is dedicated to his job and protecting those who cannot do so themselves. However his strict compliance to the law can sometimes obscure his decisions.

Ranking Structure

Initiate

Initiate is the lowest rank the Undying Sun's ranking structure. Its used for members who have just joined and have not chose which path they wish do go down.

Knight or Scribe

After completing their training, initiates may choose to become either a Knight or a Scribe. Knights are the backbone of the Undying Sun's military force. They can be found fulfilling multiple tasks within the order from guard duty, patrols, battles, etc. The Scribes are tasked with creating and keeping records of various fields that are of use to the Order. Typically they stay within guild halls and in other non combatant tasks however they do accompany knights on research missions.

Senior Knight or Senior Scribe

Both ranks are a step above their juniors and step into leadership roles supervising their subordinates.

Paladin or Head Scribe

Paladins act as military commanders within the Order. These members are wise and experienced having seen many battles. Though rarely seen in actual combat they are typically found planning battles and tactics, but when they are, they are a force to be reckon with. Head Scribes lead research and record tasks within the order and have some of the highest clearance when accessing Order documents.

Templar, Templar Captain, and Templar Commander

Templars are picked from the most loyal and capable members within the Order. They are not typically found in battle as they act as honor guards for high priority targets and locations. They are specifically trained to fight against magical and extra planar threats. Captains command a single unit of Templars and Commanders reside over an entire Chapters templars.

Elder

An Elder commands an entire Chapter within the Order and overlooks all operations. Chapters are designated by guild hall locations such as the Cross Roads Chapter and the Novigrad Chapter. They serve on an Elder council to discuss the most important decisions within the Order.

Provost

The Provost is elected among their fellow Elders. They have supreme rule and authority over everything concerning the Order.

Undying Sun Perks

Armory

Members are supplied with standard equipment and may buy weapons and armor at half price. Some even sell magic equipment as well.

Chain of Command

You are part of a Hierarchy that provides you with orders. If you get in trouble in an area where the Order is prevelant, you answer to your officers, not local law enforcement.

Official Access

Because of your membership you will have access to certain locations typically off limits to others. This would include training grounds and archives.

Orders

You may undertake missions specifically given out from the Order to its members.

Salary

You receive 100 gp per day along with food and housing. Your pay will increase with rank.

Contact

Your primary contact is your superior officer, the person who gives you orders and is responsible for your success or failure.