1.2 KiB
1.2 KiB
type, alignment, leader
| type | alignment | leader |
|---|---|---|
| faction | Lawful Neutral | Archmage Mordecai Valdus |
The Silent College
Overview
An ancient arcane academy housed in the Spire of Silence in Valhold. The College trains wizards, archivists, and arcane scholars. It has studied the seals for centuries and possesses forbidden texts about the Primordial Wrath — texts it refuses to share with the Crown Concordat out of fear of panic and misuse.
Role in Campaign
- Provides arcane research support (translate the Cult Cipher, identify artifacts).
- Reluctant ally; must be persuaded (or forced) to share knowledge.
- Source of spell scrolls, magical identification, and ritual support.
Key Members
| Name | Role |
|---|---|
| Archmage Mordecai Valdus | Head of the College |
| Librarian Thessa | Keeper of Forbidden Texts; party's primary contact |
| Apprentice Kellan | A student who discovered cult infiltration in the College |
The Secret Library
The College's sub-basement holds the Vault of Sundered Truths — texts about the Primordial Wrath, the First Sages, and the Elder Dark. Access is restricted to senior archmages only. In Arc 4 - Tide of Ruin, if the party has proven themselves, the College grants full access.