Keepers of the Vale

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Greyhawk Organization
Keepers of the Vale
Other names:Keepers
Alignment:Good
Members:International Halfling Society
Headquarters:Splendorrill
Enemies:House Kruske
House U'Morael

The Keepers of the Vale are a group of halflings who have long been dedicated to their homeland. Traditionally, they work together to protect its borders, teach its children, and make it beautiful. It is considered fashionable for young Vale residents to join this group for a few years before settling down to raise a family.[1]

The Keepers of the Vale, allied with the International Halfling Society, are based in Splendorrill, the new capital of the Low County. General members, called Sisters and Brothers, care for the Vale, while the most dedicated rise to become Matrons, regardless of gender. Matrons, seen as role models for halflings, tirelessly work to support halflings and the Vale, often traveling across the Flanaess to gather knowledge and resources for its defense.

Ranks

Friend of the Vale

Those who earn the trust of the Keepers or provide significant help to the Vale may be honored with the title "Friend of the Vale."[1]

Sister or Brother

General members of the Keepers, known as Sisters and Brothers, care for the Vale but lack the power or commitment to become Matrons.[1]

Matron

Matrons are the heart of the Vale, serving as role models for all halflings. Exemplary Sisters and Brothers may rise to this second rank to become halfling Matrons.[1]

Members

Notable individuals

  • Matron Cinda Finel—Deputy Warder of the Vale (Pal3/Ftr2/Knight Protector 1)[2]
  • Brother Sparrow (NG male halfling Wiz4 (transmuter)), from Stillwater where he was a member of the Red Guard, lived in Copper Pot, and has an owl familiar named Hoot.[3]

Past members

  • Matron Amberlee Sunmeadow-(female halfling Drd13) She was the senior keeper until her death in 592 CY when orcs invaded The Vale.[1]

Locations

Creative Origins

Created by Mike Haakstad specifically for the Living Greyhawk campaign, in conjunction with the region's Triad. Edited by James Zwiers.

References

Notes

Citations

  1. a b c d e Duchy of Urnst Meta-Organization Book (2007 v1)(RPGA), p.35-37
  2. Forged in the Vale (2006)(RPGA), p.8
  3. Plague of Rage (2003)(RPGA), p.22

Bibliography

Encyclopedia Greyhawkania Index

The Encyclopedia Greyhawkania Index (EGI) is based on previous work of Jason Zavoda through '08, continued by numerous other fans. The EGI article has a list of sources, product names, abbreviations, and a link to the full, downloadable index.

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