Church of Ordum
Structure
The church of Ordum was organized into a strict military hierarchy. The Supreme Watcher was the single highest source of authority within the church, only appointed by Ordum himself. The Titles in the Church were as follows: Supreme Watcher, Bishous, Senior Steeleye, High Watcher, Overblade, Guardian, Watcher, Watchknight, Alert, Trusty, Adept, and Novice. Clergy of the church were formally referred to as Vigilators or Hands of the Vigilant One.
Culture
Ordum's faithful carried out their orders with precision and adhered to an distinct and unbending hierarchy. Only members of the church's upper ranks took it upon themselves to interpret the church's rigid laws and strict dogma.
Public Agenda
Novices or initiates of the church were trained to be vigilant and dutiful in carrying out their orders. In their service, they learned to never betray the trust that was bestowed upon them, which extended to the manner in which they considered martial combat. They had to rely upon themselves, their weapons, and their allies in order to best plan and coordinate defense and attacks in battle. They trained often, crafted weapons and other armaments, and set up caches that any member of the church could access in times of need.
While Ordumi clergy were taught to be steadfast in their duty as guardians, they were taught not to parlay any title or rank to exert undue authority over others. They were to remain just as watchful for corruption as they were vigilant in defense of their charge. They followed the Law of Service, that forbade the acceptance of bribes.
Devotees of Ordum tended not to regard kindness or niceties in high regard, focusing more on duty and perseverance. As a result they were often seen as rigid and uncaring individuals.
Worship
Clerics of Ordum pray for their spells at dawn. In addition to the daily morning prayer, clerics are expected to give thanks and honor to Ordum through quiet prayers at noon, dusk, and midnight.
Guard perfectly, attentively, and with forethought; be ever vigilant. Guard what you are ordered to guard, including that on which your charge depends.
