The Iron Circle

FACTION OVERVIEW
The Iron Circle has rings in operation in every major settlement across the Crown. They maintain and protect trade routes, ensure stable exchange rates, and protect tradesmen from banditry and worse. A fighter may be hired to protect a workshop during a delicate moment of artifice. A rogue may be consulted about the security of a shop. Members know local trade routes and commodities of value in local marketplaces.

Members of the Iron Circle often work in small groups of three to five, called Rings. Each ring is charged with maintaining and protecting trade in an area. They learn to work in coordination with local authorities and each other. Members who dedicate themselves to protecting trade routes tend to be less social than those operating from settlements.

BELIEFS

 * 1) Free trade brings wealth and prosperity to all.
 * 2) Property is sacred. The exchange of wealth is sacred. Commerce is a lifeblood of civilization.
 * 3) Merchants have a duty to protect and care for those in their employ.

GOALS
To protect trade, stabilize commerce, control banditry and maintain safe trade routes.