The Truepaw Order

T he Truepaw Order of Cascoran works to maintain order and justice. Almost entirely composed of Halflings and Gnomes, their members are well armed and well respected throughout the continent - particularly amongst the widespread farming communities of Aggeralis where the millitary is relatively lacking. The Truepaw Order try to embody the spirit of loyalty and stoicism. Order Paladins show themselves as implacable stewards, patrolling the land on their faithful Mastiff steeds and companions on a neverending quest to uphold what is good and right. The Legend of the Fey The founders of the Truepaw were halflings who, alongside their riding dog companions, stumbled into the Feywild. Suffering the harsh lessons of natural law, the paladins returned, vowing to never allow the world to transform into the dangerous Feywild. Their dog companions also took fey influences, becoming stronger and larger than normal canines. Every Truepaw dog's lineage can be traced to those original companions and carry the legacy of the fey in their blood. Initiation New recruits to the Truepaw Order are given a dog. While the dogs may vary in size and breed, most are riding dogs or large mastiffs. Expected to raise and protect their animal companion, Truepaw initiates are then sent to fulfill the requests of the Order. If, at any time, an initiate's dog is lost during combat the new recruit is expelled. Eventually, the initiate and their companion will take on a final challenge, being offered a chance to enter the Wildwood for three days. If both the initiate and their companion emerge from the experience alive, they are promoted to champions of the Truepaw Order. Organisation The Truepaw Order believes the world is teetering on the brink of collapse. Having seen firsthand the influences of evil and chaos, Truepaw champions work to maintain order working on the basis that every small good deed done ties in to improving society as a whole. Sigil of the Truepaw Order Modern Day Although the Truepaw Order has guild halls in many cities throughout Dubek and numerous outposts on high roads scattered throughout the region, their main base of operations is the Hall of the High Hound, located in the city of Cascoran. The Truepaw Order is currently presided over by Judicator Rosgrace Oakheart. Leadership is served in five year terms. All members higher than initiate rank are called upon to vote on the next Judicator every 5 years, selected from one of the 12 Highlords - the highest rank of Champion in the order below the Judicator. Rosgrace Oakheart has been Judicator for 4 consecutive terms and is entering her 21st year as head of the Truepaw Order.-.