Order of the Candle

The Order of the Candle is something of an archeological society based in Aljabar, but with members all across Polnarus. They are devoted to studying ancient lore and preserving the knowledge of the past. Their ultimate goal is to learn from the mistakes of history and protect the world from danger.
Members of the order perform a number of roles. Some are archivists, looking after the scriptures and relics in the care of the order. Many are researchers, studying the accumulated knowledge of the ages. Others take a more active role in the order, going out into the field to retrieve powerful magical objects and sources of lore. The Order works with local authorities to retrieve and study texts and objects, preferring to leave items where they were found rather than remove them from their source culture.
Their motto is: "Preserve the past, protect the future." The Order of the Candle is beholden to no kingdom or monarch, rather acting independently. Although no one is entirely certain where the funding for the Order comes from, there are rumors that several wealthy patrons support the organization.

Type

Educational, Library