Ebonshroud Enclave
Protect the weak. Punish the wicked.
(Crystal - Mateus)
About
IC: The Ebonshroud is a secretive organization founded decades ago within Ishgard. Initially, it served as a network to unite and train Dark Knights, though after The Ebonshroud's founder, Ostwick, was slain by his apprentice at the end of the Dragonsong War they went quiet. Years later, that very same apprentice has gone on to reform the Ebonshroud not just for Dark Knights, but for anyone that has been scorned by the powers that be for doing what is right, by any means necessary.Dark Knights, renegade healers / mages, spies, criminals, and artisans alike meet in secret to combat the never-ending injustices the downtrodden people of Eorzea still face.
OOC: The Ebonshroud (EE) is a smaller more tight-nit Roleplay FC with RP being the primary focus, though we also dabble in content with map runs, roulettes, and glam farming when the whimsy takes us.EE focuses more on darker themes with rp. Mystery, adventure, combat, etc with perhaps occasional dashes of slice of life as a palette cleanser. If only the latter interests you, you likely won't want to be here.EE also doubles as a roleplay community: people can join the IC organization without needing to join the FC proper or leave the one they're currently in. After all, what's a secret organization if we can't have some members hiding in plain sight? Our goal is to hopefully collaborate with various rp groups out in the wild and promote some more open-world rp. We are not strictly looking for members of any specific class or background, if you think your character will be a good fit to join, reach out to Loyce Eldrin - Mateus and we'll figure something out! All I ask is that your character and rp are somewhat lore-abiding. A little bit of lore-bending is perfectly fine! As far as recruitment as a whole goes I prefer we try to keep it all IC and organic, but we're all adults working jobs so if needed I won't mind working oocly with you to set up a scene that fits our schedules.Events are as frequent as I can manage, but not an extremely constant thing. I like to let them cook, and as a whole we value quality over quantity here.
FAQ
How do I join?: The simplest way to join is by asking or getting there through organic Walk-Up RP. We're a slowburn FC so please expect that depending on IC circumstances your character could enter the Ebonshroud either swiftly or slowly.Are you recruiting?: Yes, but it's not an open recruitment. People are more than free to eventually join through RP, if their character aligns with the cause, but on an OOC level you need to pass the vibe check, or have someone already within EE that can vouch for you. FF14 has a lot of creative minds and unfortunately many more weirdos, sex-pests, and all sorts of harassment. I do not want to invite it into my community.Do I need to be a Dark Knight ICly to join?: Nope!, ICly EE recruits people of every and any background, though either wanting to become a Dark Knight or already being a Dark Knight may speed up your character getting recruited if the OOC vibes are good.Do I need to join the in-game Free Company to be in EE ICly?: Also no! Part of what keeps the Ebonshroud as a secret organization is hiding in plain sight. You can be within any RP group or OOC FC and still be apart of the Ebonshroud organization / RP community. We organize our RP and events via CWLS in game and an OOC discord.What are the FC's themes?: Ebonshroud doesn't shy away from darker or mature themes. After all it's a gang of criminals and vigilantes targeting nobles and researching the forbidden. That being said, we also embrace a few unserious moments here or there. There's espionage, murder (justifiable and possibly not), occasional slice of life, mystery, and of course: adventure.Can I join your Discord?: Not unless you pass the OOC vibe check, or someone vouches for you.
Hooks
Recent whispers in the dark tell of shadows new and old gathering in the cover of night and the boldness of day. Taking justice and vengeance in equal measure into their own hands. Perhaps you've heard such rumours..- Whilst the bulk of the Organization remains secretive, it's current leader has his own small reputation built from his actions as a Dark Knight. Perhaps persuing him will lead you to the others.- The Ebonshroud does not shy away from the forbidden. Many practitioners of all walks can find their way through the Enclave's door, if they've nowhere else to go.- Some have taken to backing the Ebonshroud from afar, agreeing with their goals but unwilling to get their hands dirty themselves. Perhaps a kindred spirit could be a benefactor of some sort to these weary souls.- The Ebonshroud Enclave, at day's end, is a gang of vigilantes. Criminals. Whilst some behind closed doors would cheer them on, the law does not look upon them with favour. No matter how justified it may be, they are still killers and outlaws. Perhaps you wish to bring them to 'true' justice?- Most of these rumours for the time being seem to mostly be coming from Thanalan. Perhaps it is there they are most active?- The Ebonshroud makes habit of using more criminal connections to find and collect artefacts of forbidden power and knowledge long lost.
The Ebonshroud's Agents
(Orange names = Carrd)
Leadership
The minds that organize and lead the Ebonshroud no matter where they linger. Though the Knight-Speaker currently stands alone, that may not always be the case.
{Knight-Speaker}
Loyce EldrinCurrent leader of the Ebonshroud Enclave, and second to hold the title of Knight-Speaker. In this capacity, Loyce operates to train and unite the Dark Knights of Eorzea and beyond under a single banner and a common cause.
Dark Knights
Those of whom that have dedicated themselves to walking the path of the Dark Knight, be they master or apprentice
{Knight-Apprentice}
Yuko of Doma
{Materia Melder}
Khulan Ura
{Knight-Apprentice}
Erran Ymir
Agents
Agents of the Ebonshroud that come from different walks of life and backgrounds. Be they artisans, mages, warriors, or a moogle. All act in support of the Dark Knight's path, and are all under the protection of the Knight-Speaker
{Post-Moogle}
Mog Moglin
Benefactors
Individuals and organizations not directly a part of the Ebonshroud Enclave that offer their support, be it financial or otherwise, from the shadows
{Director}
Lucea EldrinDirector Lucea Eldrin of Blackflag Imports, despite her obvious relationship with the Knight-Speaker, offers the organization secret financial and alchemical support.
