The Paladins of Karkos

The Order of Huldrain
The Paladins of Karkos

Name: Jerren, the Patriarch
Age: 53
Height: 5'11"
Rank: Patriarch of the Paladins of Karkos
Background: Jerren's life is one of seclusion and peace. Rising through the ranks of the paladins, Jerren inherited the rank of Patriarch with the death of his predecessor. In fact, it has only been recently that Jerren has taken his small group of paladins out unto the world to wage holy war against the necromancer. And it is because of this holy war that he does not bring mercy to those who would help the necromancer. Jerren will destroy an entire village just to get at the one person that is guilty. Many of his students have doubts to Jerren's methods, but no one questions their Patriarch.
Character: Jerren his a very private man, and does not seem to confide in anyone. He is cold, stern, and unforgiving. His only joy seems to be bringing order to his environment. His ever growing number of followers only seems to make him stronger and more dedicated to his cause.

Name: Moraine
Age: 36
Height: 5'11"
Rank: Second Paladin of the Paladins of Karkos
Background: Moraine is a member of a long line of paladins in his family. Though there were rumors that he gained the rank of Second Paladin through his lineage, his skill and powers as a paladin more than justify his position. During his service under Jerren, he has single handily turned the tide of battles with the forces of Ethelred more than eleven times. Moraine is truly Jerren's greatest asset.
Character: Moraine is a very reserved man, he says little, and does what he is ordered to do. He secretly disapproves of Jerren's methods, but would never say anything about it. His family honor prevents and transgression against the Patriarch.

Name: Phollnar
Age: 26
Height: 5'8"
Rank: Third Paladin
Background: Phollnar gained his rank of Third Paladin after the death of Garn, his predecessor. He joined the order very young in life, and has spent countless hours training and honing his skills and abilities.
Character: It can be said that Phollnar gained his rank much too early, his leadership skills are lacking greatly. He loves to battle, and cares for little else. It has been noticed that he enjoys fighting so much, that he almost enjoys injury.

Name: Chell
Age: 23
Height: 5'5"
Rank: Lieutenant
Background: Chell is the eldest daughter of a blacksmith's family. During her youth, her father taught her and her younger sister swordplay, until Chell became quite proficient. And it is because of this that Jerren decided to conscript her into the Order. Chell has become a detected follower of Huldrain, and a powerful paladin. Her skills are respected though out the Order, and is the first woman to reach her rank.
Character: Chell is very stern, even for a paladin. She is almost devoid of all mercy, and cares only for the continuation of her Patriarch's plans. She is quite willing to sacrifice her life for Jerren.

Name: Prince Randall
Age: 18
Height: 5'8"
Rank: Paladin, 4th class
Background: Youngest of the royal family of Karkos, Prince Randall faced a very bleak life. Faced with no inheritance from his parents, and the lack of support from his older brothers when his parents gave up the throne, he joined the Order of Huldrain. Though he is young and a low level paladin, Jerren keeps Randall close to his side at all times. Some think Jerren is looking for someone to follow in his footsteps. Others believe Jerren is using the young Prince to control the royal family of Karkos.
Character: Prince Randall is young, inexperienced, quiet and at times very confused. He has given up to become a drone for Jerren's every command, and does whatever he is told. Faced with a fight, Prince Randall doesn't seem to have the ability to even wield his sword, let alone defend himself. However his ability to heal his profound, not even Moraine can match this ability.

A brief history of the Order of Huldrain

    The Order of Huldrain is centuries old, they can trace their roots back almost a thousand years. The Order began as a group of healers during the periods of cataclysmic wars that rocked Kahlan. However, in order to defend themselves, they began to train, and collect magical weaponry and armor. Eventually, training and learning the arts of healing became their religion, and they became isolated deep inside Karkos. Those who sought out their help usually either joined, or came back with knowledge of great healing, and a vow never to share the secret.
    Eventually, the Order became wary of the outside world, and locked themselves into their mountain fortress. About three hundred years ago, their Patriarch at the time detected their shrines to their new deity, Huldrain. Ever since, the paladins have become even more devout in their beliefs, and more zealous in their training. Under their new religion, the paladins began to go out among Karkos, teaching and finding new knights to add to their group. Eventually, their religion spread throughout the country, and now, every summer, groups of the countries best young men compete for the chance to join the Order.
    Under the leadership of Jerren, the Order began to go out and defend the kingdom of Karkos for the first time in hundreds of years. This lead to Jerren's quest against Ethelred and his minions. Taking a small band of paladins, Jerren set off on his holy quest...

The workings of the Paladin

The Paladins of Karkos follow a strict hierarchy. The leader, named the Patriarch, leads them in all their religious rituals and military campaigns. Beneath him is the Second Paladin, he is in direct control over the paladins during battles. He is also the Patriarch's main assistant. Next in line is the Third Paladin, in charge of recruiting and training. He also is second in command during military campaigns, and leads the group if it splits up in two. Next are the Lieutenants, in charge of odd tasks, such as carrying a holy artifact or scouting. Next are the Paladin, 3rd class, which are leaders of groups of two paladins. The two paladins of the group are the Paladin, 4th class, the lowest level of the Order.
The Paladins are magical knights, able to fight very well, and use magic abilities, mainly the power to heal by touch. Their armor enhances their abilities greatly.

The Paladin Helm grants it's wearer protection from almost all magical attacks. It also does not block out any sound from the outside from the person who wears it.
The Paladin Armor enhances it's wearer's strength three fold, allowing him to do great tasks with little effort.
The Paladin Shield is indestructible, and any light reflected off of it becomes holy, which will damage undead flesh.
The Paladin Sword is the paladins greatest asset. It can burst into holy flame, severely damaging anything undead it touches. If stabbed into the ground, it can act as a protective ward, preventing anything undead from approaching it. Finally, the healing powers of the paladin are greatly enhanced by his sword, including giving him a self healing ability that requires no thought on the paladins part.

A paladin dressed in his full armor is a deadly opponent, and is very hard to defeat. Mixed with their religious zeal, only the fool hearty would dare wage war against them.

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