Paladins
Smoke filled skies passed over the sands of Ojaveda. Searing heat beat down on the pools of blood that flowed like rivers. Carcasses of fallen prey, limbs sheared from bodies. The hot air was filled with the smell of blood and metal. Enkidukai, Xacha, Ylian, Diaboli, Krans -- people from all races had met there fate in this valley already. Ulbernauts, Tefusangs, Trepors, Consumers, Gobbles and more showed up in throngs to engage in the already consuming madness. Mayhem had consumed the land and confusion and hatred took hold.
Out of this came our story and how we came to be.
In the middle of the valley, seven young soldiers were fighting blindly for their guilds wishes. No purpose, reason or just cause. Blood and sweat soaked, bruised, cut and broken. They looked upon what was happening around them and watched in horror as deaths mounted at their feet. One youngster -- Mamah -- had run head on into an Ulbernaut and tried to take it on by himself. While Shambla and Elareno fought as hard as they could to catch up to him and drive off his impending doom, others made sure nothing lived within their wake.
Shambla and Elareno ended the poor Ulbernauts life but at great cost. Mamah was nearly finished. Shambla, the leader of the group , stumbled forward, having taken the brunt of the battle. Elareno steadied him." We cannot go on like this", Shambla proclaimed. Jurrel helped Rhonja and Bradius carry Mamah to a more comfortable spot. 'Mamah you need to stay near us, don't wander off like that. Death will find you ". Rhonja tried to fight back tears, for she knew it would be a while before Mamah would fight agian.
that was when it all stopped. No movement, no battle sounds. Peace. A calm glowing light fluttered around them and they were not afraid. Talad the majestic god stood before them. Mamah rose, his wounds completely healed and took his place at Jurrels side. All stood in wonder and amazement.
"My children, look around you. Look at what has been done. All of my people and the creatures in this land cry out in so much pain. Order must be restored. You are to follow a new path. The path of the righteous. Valor, bravery, loyalty, honesty and good will be your virtues. Your purpose is to teach a new way of life. A life filled with meaning. You are to be Paladins; my holy knights. Let my love and compassion be your guide. Bring order and peace to my land once more." And with that Talad dissappeared.
The Paladins found themselves in a temple free from harm in a town called Hydlaa. Alll seven of the young soldiers made a pact that day. To bring order , peace and reason into the lifes around them. And so they marched into the world as Paladins.
Ranks Master at Arms
High Paladin
Paladin
Champion
Knight/Dame
Devout
Squire
Apprentice
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The rankings will eventually all have discriptions and qualifications. Rankings will be based on level achievement, trust, honesty and role playing ability. This is a guild of friends. We all get along well. Those wishing to join will have to spend some time getting to know the High Paladins. Two must be in agreement to bring you in. Understand they also have the power to remove you. Please conduct yourself with respect for others, and you will have no problems.
contact Shambla = Shambla@bresnan.net or Jurrel = Titanplus4@comcast.net
We hope to have this page finished by this weekend. Please post replys. We welcome your thoughts. Thanks for your input so far. We will have a revision soon. Be patient, it will be woth the wait. Please say whether you liked the story or not.
