Shadows of Waukeen

Background

The Shadows of Waukeen, a notorious faction of rogues, thieves, and warlocks, have forged an unholy alliance with a singular belief pulsating through their clandestine ranks: "Wealth is Power." Named after the goddess of trade, Waukeen, their devotion to amassing riches at any cost has made them a formidable force within the shadowy underbelly of Terralia.
Led by a council of cunning masterminds known as the Gilded Cabal, the Shadows of Waukeen operate as black market dealers with a ruthlessness that mirrors their insatiable greed. They are adept in a myriad of illicit activities, from smuggling and extortion to dark arcane practices that enhance their abilities in thievery and subterfuge.
The faction's symbol, a twisted coin adorned with occult symbols, is a mark recognized by those in the know—a harbinger of imminent treachery. The Shadows of Waukeen operate from hidden dens, labyrinthine catacombs, and secret chambers concealed within bustling cities, ensuring their operations remain obscured from the watchful eyes of law and order.
Warlocks within their ranks channel dark magic to enhance their stealth and influence, while thieves and rogues use their skills to infiltrate the most secure vaults and pilfer coveted artifacts. The faction's members are bound by a code of loyalty, albeit a tenuous one, with internal power struggles and betrayals being common occurrences among the ambitious rogues.
The Shadows of Waukeen thrive on the chaos they sow in the pursuit of wealth. They broker deals with the most nefarious figures, selling forbidden relics, cursed artifacts, and stolen treasures to the highest bidders. Their influence extends beyond mere material wealth, as they manipulate economies, control criminal enterprises, and exert an insidious pull on the political landscape.
Rumours swirl of an elusive treasure vault, the legendary "Coffers of Waukeen," said to house unimaginable riches and arcane artifacts. The location remains a closely guarded secret, known only to the highest echelons of the Gilded Cabal.

Type

Guild, Thieves