The Order of the Gauntlet

Many paladins and clerics of Tyr, Helm, Torm, and Hoar have joined the organization, seeing it as 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.

Structure

The Order of the Gauntlet had a number of chapters in various cities located across the western Realms of Faerûn.

Public Agenda

As part of their duties the Order of the Gauntlet remained vigilant against any potential threats to the Realms, standing ready to stop any aggression. When necessary, they investigated potential threats or secretive organizations, and watched over those creatures they saw as inherently evil.

Religion

Most often, Knights of the Gauntlet venerated some or all of the following:

• God of Guardians, Helm;
• The deities of the Triad, Torm and Tyr;
• As well as the Poet of Justice, Hoar.

Tenets of Faith

The Order of the Gauntlet held three tenets:

• Faith was a member's most potent weapon against evil;
• Great challenges required heroic demonstrations of both strength and valour;
• It was justified to punish an act of evil, not a thought or feeling.

Faith is the greatest weapon against evil

Founding Date

15th Century

Type

Military Order

Training Level

Elite

Veterancy Level

Decorated/Honored

Leader Title

Righteous Hand

Power Structure

Confederation

Judicial Body

The Righteous Hand

Notable Members

• General Sabine Reed

Notable Members

• Daran Edermath
• The Hunting Pack