Ardai Order

Perhaps the most well known monk order in all of Salaraan due to the mystique surrounding it, its grounds are situated deep in the Mistlands, in the ruins of Er-Dara, an ancient city of unknown origin. The founder was the legendary Master of the ten Paths, rumored to be the only person to have reached the shores of Turaan and return.

Without a guide it is impossible to get to them, due to the unstable nature of the region itself. The mystery and secrecy attract speculation and wild stories of their exploits and actions. It is common to attribute grand, yet seemingly random events to their actions.

Invitations are given to individuals that are chosen by unknown means and unknown criteria. They are always given in person, from a representative of the order, who will only offer to guide them to the monastery, refusing to answer any other questions, convince or dissuade the invitee one way or another. They give 10 days, said to be one for each path, for the person to decide.

It is said that the scroll of invitation contains writing that only a true future member can decipher and that what is within it is more than convincing for one to abandon their whole lives and head to the Mistlands. Some postulate that it contains magic that charms and enchants the person. None of this has been confirmed.