Immortal Order

The Immortal Order is a formidable, exclusive council of individuals united by the extraordinary gift of immortality; an extremely rare Anima power that ensures youth and longevity. Over time, they have hoarded power, wealth, and access, cementing their status as key players in Endros. It is no secret among the nobility that the immortals are established, opulent figures, nearly unchallengeable in their power.

Membership requires the immortal Anima to be verified beyond doubt. Prince Draven then raises the new immortal into a world of power, influence, and wealth, expecting absolute loyalty in return. The expectation is clear: deliver results, grow assets, and make big moves only on behalf of the Order and with permission.

Publicly, the immortals are renowned nobles and respected benefactors, frequently appearing as patrons of the arts, culture, and education. Beneath this veneer of noble responsibility, however, lies a network of covert operations, working methodically behind the scenes to shape events. They infiltrate institutions, fund loyalists, and launder influence through courts, guilds, and culture. They hire fixers for the dirty work and erase trails. They capture the levers of power that matter and control them through vetted proxies. Nothing significant happens without the Order's leave.

Organization and Control

Prince Draven, the eldest Immortal and founder of the Order, holds uncontested command as Patriarch. Everyone in the Order owes him their rise to power, and all real authority flows through him. He is ancient, ruthless, and learned. His network reaches everywhere; disloyalty ends careers and lives.

Any major move such as market capture, noble placement, sub‑network building, or diplomatic action requires the Order's approval. Without it, you move at your own risk, and the consequences can be dire. Each immortal supports the Order at Draven's request with funding and favors. Draven accelerates those he favors and stalls any elder who drifts. Growth that trends independently is trimmed quietly and early, though power is skewed in favor of elder members that have had more time to expand their empires.

Throughout his lifetime, Draven has had several immortals assassinated shortly after they were discovered; presumably those that angered him, posed a threat to his rule, or refused to join him. His assassinations, though reprehensible, were not illegal. Draven targeted immortals before they had ever gained noble status or protected rights. Some immortals may have escaped his fate by joining powerful orders, such as the Immortal Maiden Dahlia and the Immortal Archivist Aria.

Notable Figures

Prince Draven, the Patriarch of the Order, is master of secrets and mind sorcery. Very powerful Charm, Domination, and Mind Probing powers are confirmed; more is rumored. It is impossible to know what he is thinking, yet he can probe the minds of his allies and has a thousand levers to pull if he needs more. He wields potent sorcery that makes him personally dangerous and keeps a well‑paid, loyal entourage of elite protectors.

Bulldog is the Order's top enforcer, with centuries of expertly honed combat experience. He carries relic‑class arms and can put down Hunters. He is not political; he is loyal. When Draven needs violence, Bulldog is called upon to be the final word.

Prince Xavier, the second eldest in the Order, controls the Slave Market of Endros. He has established deeply racist and oppressive practices and legislation in an effort to enshrine Humans as the dominant race. His actions have been particularly oppressive to the Beastkin, whom he enslaves almost exclusively. He is believed to be the world's most powerful Sorcerer. Having trained for centuries, he has demonstrated his incredible power on rare occasions. Draven keeps Xavier's empire suppressed to a manageable level, and likely infiltrated with many loyalists, causing a growing tension between the two.

The Raven oversees Raveneye, shielding Draven from direct involvement while having his protection.

Tensions and Conflicts

Draven's expanding control threatens the balance of power throughout the world. However, an all-out war with the Immortal Order would be devastating, and other factions know this. Instead, many secret wars play out behind the scenes between very powerful factions, each trying to ensure that scales do not tip beyond their control.

Varlocke's growing scale breeds friction with Draven. For now, it is managed with the occasional public favor and a private collar‑tug.

Some members of the Order have joined other powerful factions, such as the Archivists Guild and the House of Maidens. These members are not attacked outright due to the protections of their new houses, but are instead "pushed aside" and kept at arm's length from the Order's core. Draven has made it clear that these are acts of betrayal, yet he has been unwilling to go to war with such powerful organizations.

The Immortals

Prince Draven (Eldara): Patriarch of the Immortal Order.
- Commands loyalty and deference throughout the order, especially from Bulldog.
Prince Xavier (Haven): Beastkin Slave Lord. Runs the largest slavery network.
- Enacts deeply oppressive practices and legislation against Beastkin across Endros.
Prince Azrael (Arcanus): Priest of Thanatos. Studies magic. Fascinated by death. Has a cult following.
- Not highly interested in politics, nor closely associated with the Immortal Order.
Prince Shaw (Eldara): Powerful Market Lord. Kobold slaver. One of the wealthiest immortals.
Aria (Archivist): Joined Archivist Guild. Not affiliated with the Immortal Order.
- Lexica, Goddess of the Mind, convinced her to leave the Immortal Order before being indoctrinated.
- Not originally as skilled as some Archivists, but has become invaluable with time.
Prince Salamir (Hearth): Orc and Ogre Slaver. Dominates much of Hearth. Loyal to Pyros.
Princess Megaera (Eldara): Draven's Wife. Very influential, powerful, and well connected.
Princess Morgaine (Alwich): Leader of Raveneye. Puppetmaster. Runs things behind the scenes.
Bulldog (Enforcer): Exalted Adventurer, can defeat Valkyrie.
- Enforcer for the Immortal Order. Equipped with relic-class equipment.
- Cares about his position in the world, but has no interest in politics. Very loyal to Draven.
- Occasionally participates in the demon wars. Has killed many Demon Lords.
Prince Bruno (Talon): Pirate Lord and Slaver.
- Pays ship captains to pirate "unpaid" ships near Talon to maintain a grip on sea trade.
- Major conflicts between himself and other sea-faring traders.
Princess Lamia (Hearth): Hand of the Imperium. Priestess of Kratos and Pyros.
- Oversees the Imperium nobility, spreads the Imperium faith.
Princess Jinelle (Traveler): Raveneye's face. Morgaine's right hand. Master courtier and spymaster.
Immortal Maiden, Dahlia: Joined House of Maidens as a Black Maiden. Goes where she's needed.
Prince Quinn: Stormcrest Curator. Political, well connected. Interested in art, music, history.
- Has an extensive collection of magic. Stays connected to the arcane world.
Prince Triston (Eldara): Recently indoctrinated to Immortal Order. Acts as Draven's Assistant.

Years the Immortals were Born:

1815: 573 years old - Prince Draven (Eldara, Patriarch)
1872: 516 years old - Prince Xavier Varlocke (Haven, Beastkin Slaver)
1899: 489 years old - Prince Azrael (Arcanus, Priest of Thanatos)
1939: 449 years old - Prince Shaw (Eldara, Kobold Slaver and Poacher)
1973: 415 years old - Aria (Archivist)
1981: 407 years old - Prince Salamir (Hearth, Orc and Ogre Slaver)
2027: 361 years old - Princess Megaera (Eldara, Draven's Wife, Influential and Well Connected Courtier)
2056: 332 years old - Princess Morgaine (Alwich, Raveneye)
2064: 324 years old - Bulldog (Enforcer)
2079: 309 years old - Prince Bruno (Talon, Pirate Lord, Slaver)
2164: 224 years old - Princess Lamia (Hearth, Imperium Hand, Priestess of Kratos)
2215: 173 years old - Princess Jinelle (Travels, Raveneye's Face, Spymaster)
2246: 142 years old - Immortal Maiden, Dahlia (Maiden)
2267: 121 years old - Prince Quinn (Stormcrest, Curator)
2311: 77 years old - Prince Triston (Eldara, Draven's Assistant)