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Defending the weak and the helpless is a common theme
among the forces of good, especially the Empyreal Lords. None personify this
more than “The Golden Bulwark,” Arqueros. The Empyreal Lord of bodyguards,
protection, and watchfulness is always alert and ready to give his all. This
week we look at three possible sects of this elevated archon.
As always, let us imagine we are sitting at our
theoretical gaming table. Our imaginary GM sets out the rules for the game that
we will play. In this game, we are to make a follower of Arqueros. The
character does not need to be a divine caster, just a devotee of The Golden
Bulwark. What character do you make?
For more information on Arqueros
Arqueros’s Pathfinder Wiki Page
Arqueros’s Archives of Nethys Page
The Golden Gorgers
This sect takes its name from the moniker given by the
dwarves to the cat-like aurumvorax. The first line of defense at the gate of
heaven known as Threshold is the Empyreal Lord Arqueros and a host of celestial
aurumvorax. To this end the sect that takes their name seeks to extend their
lord’s protection to the mortal versions of one of his favored defenders.
The Golden Gorgers look over both wild aurumvrox as well
as rearing domesticated ones. Although domesticating these creatures is hard,
the Gorgers seem to have the favor of their patron. This sect is small but
spread out. They can be found in the Stolen Lands of the River Kingdoms, on the
Lost Coast of Varisia, and on the island of Deepmar off the coast of Cheliax.
Rangers, hunters, druids, and anyone else with an affinity for animals can
petition to join the sect.
Heaven’s Gate
Like many of the Empyreal Lords, mystery cults and sects
abound in Magnimar for these divine beings. Magnimar is also one of the prime
locations for angelic visitation and the birth of aasimar. Heaven’s Gate is a
small group of these celestial-touched beings who see themselves as the
manifestation of the angelic defenders of the gates of heaven. To that end, to
a man (and woman) these stalwart defenders have joined the Magnimar guard,
specifically asking to be assigned as defenders of the wall.
All of the members of the Heaven’s Gate are aasimar. With
the glint of metallic steel skin, they believe that they are all descended from
shield archons, one of the favored minions of Arqueros. An aasimar must
petition the sect to join and be trained in their specialized spear and shield
style before being allowed to apply to the Magnimar guard to be assigned to
their unit.
The Eagle Wings
The Eagle Wings are a sect of Arqueros worshipers in
Andoran. The Wings are one of the larger sects of the Empyreal Lord as they are
also a business. They are based out of port city of Augustana and are one of
the most well respected and sought after caravan guard troupes. They are
particular about their clientele, but when they do take a job a caravan arrives
at its location unless every member of the unit assigned to it dies first.
Being a worshiper of Arqueros is the only real
requirement for entry into The Eagle Wings, although the leadership does a very
thorough background check on each petitioner. A majority of the group’s
membership are warriors, including a few paladins, but they accept magic users
of all stripes as well as scouts and other support staff.
The followers of this Empyreal Lord watch and wait, and
when danger rears its head, they act. Who is your disciple of Arqueros? Why
have they chosen to dedicate themselves to The Golden Bulwark? Where does their
devotion come from? Let me know in the comments.
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