The Arcanum

Founded: 655 AC by the Elfron, Fayas

Purpose: To teach and research magic, aiding those—especially humans—who once struggled to control it.

Status: Widely accepted in the Southern Kingdoms by 660 AC. Later absorbed into the Southern Empire.

The Warriors

Founded: 655 AC by the Pelgad fighter, Colmen Reed

Purpose: To train fighters and unite mercenaries under a code, transforming lone blades into reliable defenders.

Status: Accepted across the Southern Kingdoms by 662 AC. Later regulated by the Southern Empire.

Brotherhood of Thieves

First Mentioned: 724 AC

Location: Based in Valara

Purpose: Infamous for high-profile heists. Operates in shadows, respected and feared across underworld networks.

Made their name after stealing a red diamond from Valara’s royal princess.

Alchemy Guild

Founded: 790 AC

Purpose: Focused on healing, transmutation, and material manipulation. Key contributors to modern magical science.

Status: Later brought under the Southern Empire’s official patronage.

Merchant Guild

Founded: 790 AC

Purpose: Established to standardize trade, ensure fair pricing, and foster economic networks across Sunderland.

Status: Later absorbed into the Southern Empire’s infrastructure.

The Eagles

Founded: Unknown, but first encountered in 840 AC during the Great Southern War

Purpose: A covert assassin group first surfaced in 840 AC after the Prince of Tarvek's murder—an act the Acthaelion king openly claimed. The Eagles gained infamy during the Great Southern War and have since operated from the shadows. Despite the Southern Empire’s efforts to hunt them after 1000 AC, they remain elusive and rarely seen.

Status: Still active in the shadows. They are considered enemies of the Empire and are hunted if discovered, though their movements remain exceptionally discreet.