Order of the Winged Sword
When the Tevian people declared war on the dragons, horrible tortures were visited onto the Tevians and the Dragons alike. As the story goes, a great Knight in shining platinum armor visited the war-camps and taught the warriors of the Bloodroyal how to properly wage war and to do so with honor and nobility, and he introduced the notion of chivalry to the Empire.
After the war, the concept of chivalry spread quickly throughout the kingdoms. The concept was said to be the work of the Platinum Knight.
Originally The Platinum Knight was said to be the son of the Warrior and his worship was accepted. But as the Church learned more of the corruption within The Eight-Pointed Star, their own beliefs and Code wouldn’t allow them to remain quiet, much less participate in their corruption.
This resulted in the Platinum Church going to war with the Eight-Pointed Star. Despite a valiant effort on the Church’s part, they lost. The Church was declared heretics, the Platinum Knight was “revealed” to be a demon in disguise and many embarrassing details about high-ranking members of the Church were revealed.
Despite this label, many have found their way to the Church as it exists outside of the Empire. They have even found common cause with the dragonborn.
The Order of the Winged Sword enforces that which the Platinum Church preaches. The Winged Sword protects the innocent, defends the weak, brings justice to the corrupt and peace to the dead.
The Order's origins are in Starfall, however, they do not maintain a chapter house there. The Order has been chased from the Empire, though devoted and driven individuals adhere to the teachings of the Platinum Knight.
The Order is among the best martially trained on the planet and a welcome sight to any who find themselves outnumbered. Members of the Order are among the most noble and stalwart of men, while those who betray the Oaths are actively sought out and "expunged" from the Order.
While other organizations and deities are somewhat distant from their followers, the Winged Sword claims to fight alongside their god.
After the war, the concept of chivalry spread quickly throughout the kingdoms. The concept was said to be the work of the Platinum Knight.
Originally The Platinum Knight was said to be the son of the Warrior and his worship was accepted. But as the Church learned more of the corruption within The Eight-Pointed Star, their own beliefs and Code wouldn’t allow them to remain quiet, much less participate in their corruption.
This resulted in the Platinum Church going to war with the Eight-Pointed Star. Despite a valiant effort on the Church’s part, they lost. The Church was declared heretics, the Platinum Knight was “revealed” to be a demon in disguise and many embarrassing details about high-ranking members of the Church were revealed.
Despite this label, many have found their way to the Church as it exists outside of the Empire. They have even found common cause with the dragonborn.
The Order of the Winged Sword enforces that which the Platinum Church preaches. The Winged Sword protects the innocent, defends the weak, brings justice to the corrupt and peace to the dead.
The Order's origins are in Starfall, however, they do not maintain a chapter house there. The Order has been chased from the Empire, though devoted and driven individuals adhere to the teachings of the Platinum Knight.
The Order is among the best martially trained on the planet and a welcome sight to any who find themselves outnumbered. Members of the Order are among the most noble and stalwart of men, while those who betray the Oaths are actively sought out and "expunged" from the Order.
While other organizations and deities are somewhat distant from their followers, the Winged Sword claims to fight alongside their god.
Structure
The Winged Sword operates on semi-military tactics, and make up for small numbers with superior fighting skills. Promotion comes from skill, character and divine intervention.
Scribes are usually children or teenagers; Squires are at the beginning of their training and are paired with a Knight to oversee their training. Skilled Knights become Knight Captains, who are commanders on the battlefield. A captain is promoted to Warden, and gifted a specialized sword, upon completion of a heroic quest. A warden becomes a Sentinel, and gifted a Winged Helmet, when they receive a vision from the Platinum Knight Himself. The Grandmasters of the Winged Sword are easily identifiable by the Winged Mount sent from the Platinum Knight.
Scribes are usually children or teenagers; Squires are at the beginning of their training and are paired with a Knight to oversee their training. Skilled Knights become Knight Captains, who are commanders on the battlefield. A captain is promoted to Warden, and gifted a specialized sword, upon completion of a heroic quest. A warden becomes a Sentinel, and gifted a Winged Helmet, when they receive a vision from the Platinum Knight Himself. The Grandmasters of the Winged Sword are easily identifiable by the Winged Mount sent from the Platinum Knight.
| Rank | Honorific | Promotion | Insignia |
|---|---|---|---|
| Grandmaster | Grandmaster | Divine Mandate | Winged Mount |
| Sentinel | Master | Divine Mandate | Winged Helmet |
| Warden | Warden | Completion of Quest | Holy Sword |
| Knight Captain | Captain | Skill | Gold Device |
| Knight | Sir | Skill | Silver Device |
| Squire | *** | Determined by Knight | |
| Squire | *** | *** |
Tenets of Faith
The Order of the Winged Sword adheres to the Seven Truths. These ideals inform every aspect of someone’s life: from war to courting to daily interactions. The expectation is that members of the Church will adhere to these values.
Courage: More than bravado or bluster, one must have the courage of the heart necessary to undertake tasks which are difficult, tedious, or unglamorous, and to graciously accept the sacrifices involved.
Justice: One must hold themselves to the highest standard of behavior and knows that “fudging” on the little rules weakens the fabric of society for everyone.
Mercy: Words and attitudes can be painful weapons in the modern world, which is why one must exercise mercy in his or her dealings with others, creating a sense of peace and community, rather than engendering hostility and antagonism.
Generosity: Sharing what’s valuable in life means not just giving away material goods, but also time, attention, wisdom and energy — the things that create a strong, rich and diverse community.
Faith: In the code of chivalry, “faith” means trust and integrity, and one must always be faithful to his or her promises, no matter how big or small they may be.
Nobility: This word conveys the importance of always upholding one’s convictions, especially when no one else is watching.
Hope: More than just a safety net in times of tragedy, hope is present every day in one’s positive outlook and cheerful demeanor.
The Order also has a number of paladins and honors the Oaths they take, as long as it does not interfere with the Order.
Courage: More than bravado or bluster, one must have the courage of the heart necessary to undertake tasks which are difficult, tedious, or unglamorous, and to graciously accept the sacrifices involved.
Justice: One must hold themselves to the highest standard of behavior and knows that “fudging” on the little rules weakens the fabric of society for everyone.
Mercy: Words and attitudes can be painful weapons in the modern world, which is why one must exercise mercy in his or her dealings with others, creating a sense of peace and community, rather than engendering hostility and antagonism.
Generosity: Sharing what’s valuable in life means not just giving away material goods, but also time, attention, wisdom and energy — the things that create a strong, rich and diverse community.
Faith: In the code of chivalry, “faith” means trust and integrity, and one must always be faithful to his or her promises, no matter how big or small they may be.
Nobility: This word conveys the importance of always upholding one’s convictions, especially when no one else is watching.
Hope: More than just a safety net in times of tragedy, hope is present every day in one’s positive outlook and cheerful demeanor.
The Order also has a number of paladins and honors the Oaths they take, as long as it does not interfere with the Order.
Granted Divine Powers
Paladins of the Winged Sword tend to take the Oath of Devotion, Glory or Redemption. Fighters tend to be Cavaliers or Champions. They also tend to have a number of War Mages, Sword Bards and Valor Bards on hand.
Type
Military, Knightly Order
Training Level
Elite
Veterancy Level
Veteran
Leader
Deities
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