The Aranthaes City Guard is a formidable force that serves as the city council’s military – responsible for protecting the city and larger island from both external threats and internal crimes. Unlike the private merchant police or religious police forces with their specific fields of operation, the City Guard is dedicated to the defense of all Aranthaens. The City Guard is well-funded and well-equipped, with access to some of the best weapons and armor available. They are known for their strict adherence to the law and their intolerance for corruption
Read more →As a wealthy merchant city, Aranthaen businesses are keen to protect their stock and trade with more favor than that provided by the City Guard. Over the space of several years they have built up a significant private police force – not so much focused on the rule of law, but rather a keen dedication to looking after their paymaster’s interests. The Merchant Police are divided into four main battalions, each sponsored by a wealthy merchant family or business cooperative, and with a key exception of The Merchant Volunteers each
Read more →The Dragon’s Hand is an independent guild of fighters and adventurers that operates within the city of Aranthaes and surrounding areas. Their primary mission is to protect Lady Bune‘s church and personnel, keeping them safe from harm. The guild is made up of experienced and skilled fighters who are dedicated to their cause. The Dragon’s Hand is well funded by the Defenders of the Mother. This support allows members of the Dragon’s Hand to access fully paid for weapons, armor, and training that they need to effectively carry out their
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