The Order of the Gauntlet

Many paladins and clerics of Tyr, Helm, Torm, and Hoar have joined the organization, seeing it as—finally!—a way of making common cause against the evils abroad in the world. The Order of the Gauntlet is ready to lash out the moment evil acts, and not a moment before. When evil breaks laws, agreements, or commonly accepted codes of conduct, the Gauntlet strikes hard and fast, without waiting for the blessings of distant temples or the permission of rulers. Evil must be met in the field and smashed, or it will swiftly overcome all. The Order of the Gauntlet is a dedicated, tightly knit group of like-minded individuals driven by religious zeal or a finely honed sense of justice. Friendship and camaraderie are important to members of the Order of the Gauntlet, and they share a trust and a bond normally reserved for siblings. Like highly motivated soldiers, members of the Order of the Gauntlet seek to become the best at what they do and look forward to testing their mettle. There are few, if any, “lone wolves” in this organization.

BELIEFS

• Faith is the greatest weapon against evil—faith in one’s god, one’s friends, and one’s self.
• Battling evil is an extraordinary task that requires extraordinary strength and bravery.
• Punishing an evil act is just. Punishing an evil thought is not.

GOALS

To be armed, vigilant, and ready to smite evil, enforce justice, and enact retribution. This means identifying evil threats such as secretive power groups and inherently evil creatures, watching over them, and being ready to attack the moment they misbehave. (These are always retributive strikes, never preemptive.)

Order of the Gauntlet Ranks

Friendship and camaraderie are important to members of the order, and they share a trust normally reserved for siblings. There are few, if any, lone operatives in this organization. Working in pairs and small groups reinforces the bonds of friendship and helps keep members from straying off the path of righteousness.
Members are mostly paladins, fighters, and clerics. Principle deities worshipped are Tyr, Torm, and Ilmater, although the order embraces any with a sense of honor and trustworthiness.

• Chevall (1 Renown)
• Marcheon (3 Renown)
• Whitehawk (10 Renown)
• Vindicator (25 Renown)
• Righteous Hand (50 Renown)

RANK 1: Chevall (1 Renown)

This is the rank a character receives when first joining the Order of the Gauntlet. For more information on the general benefits of this rank, refer to Factions.
Receive Your Faction's Insignia. The insignia for the Order of the Gauntlet is a silver pendant depicting the blade of retribution held in place by the gauntlet of justice.

RANK 2: Marcheon (3 Renown)

Marcheons have shown that they are aligned with the Order's goals, and can take on more responsibility. For more information on the general benefits of this rank, refer to Factions.
Faction Training. The Order of the Gauntlet offers training in Smith’s tools, Leatherworker’s tools, Carpenter’s tools, Mason’s tools, or Vehicles.

RANK 3: Whitehawk (10 Renown)

Whitehawks are reliable faction agents, entrusted with many secrets and deserving of additional support during adventures. For more information on the general benefits of this rank, refer to Factions.
Item Procurement. The Order of the Gauntlet can procure the following items for a Whitehawk:
Uncommon rarity: +1 weapon or +1 shield, cloak of protection Rare rarity: +1 armor, ring of warmth

RANK 4: Vindicator (25 Renown)

Vindicators are trusted voices within the Order of the Gauntlet. They are looked up as champions of the Order. For more information on the general benefits of this rank, refer to Factions.
Becoming a Mentor. The Order of the Gauntlet can requisition a veteran of the gauntlet or priest of the gauntlet to serve the Vindicator.

Founding Date

15th Century

Type

Political, Faction / Party

Notable Members

• Daran Edermath