[The thick leather bound volume, The History of The Order of The Crows is opened once more, turned to the next blank page, and an inked quill begins writing]
Much time has passed since the last addition to the historical account, but in a way much remains the same. The order continues to grow, and change in various ways, still its core foundation remains. Many moons ago, Ranger Allessandro Lockheart was promoted to senior officer of the order, and had lead the way in many battles against the true evil. Himself, Snow and others of the officer class roughed evils throughout the core, and he took a personal interest in the training and discipline of the newer members. Knights Commander Snow once said, "He is a stern and disciplined officer, that much is sure. And though some of the men may not like his way of training, it is by all means effective ... and in time, those same recruits grew to respect and admire him as a leader, an officer, and as a brother of the order".
Sadly, the light that shins the brightest tends to go out the fastest. Alessandro was taken by the mists after a prolongs battle. He was held there for many months before reaching the exit only to collapse into Snows arms. The mists had sucked out his very life force leaving a hollow shell of the man who once was. He soon passed in the arms of the Knights Commander, in a small company of others. His sacrifices, like all those who have made the greatest sacrifice for the realm shall never be forgotten. Many of the older members of the order have had to retire due to age, or have gone missing in action, but their post and sword is picked up by the next generation of Crows, eager to do their part in protection of life, and peace for the realm. Below is a list of Honorable mentions.
Field Officer Patter [ret]
Senior Officer Elene [ret]
First Measter Paten [ret]
Man at Arms John [KIA]
Senior Officer Alessandro [MIA] Once notable battle, was the prolonged siege of an eleven town from an Evil undead lord seeking powerful artifacts from those taking shelter there. The long engagement known as the Siege of Degannwy became a gleaming light to those who took shelter in the town. Under the threat of being over ran by an army undead, the realm came together in the protection of innocence. There, Crows and many others of different backgrounds, faiths and calling stood shoulder to shoulder to face the true threat to the realm. It signified all that the Crows believe in. The victory there shall not soon forgotten, for those who where there, and all who have come to hear about it.
Like a new dawn, the next full generation of Crows has come, training and fighting the evils where ever they are found. Since Alessandro's passing, the order has grown. The Rangers guild has expanded well under the watchful eyes of their new Officers. Namely Field Officer Lance, who himself trained under Alessandro, and First Officer Edwin, And First officer Kaldor The measters expand as well, under First Officer Zathir. And it is with good wishes I add the reopening of the Stewards guild under the care of young Steward Warrant Officer Kleo. Many of the older members have spread across the core in seek of stronger evils to destroy. Often convening in the Mist camp or Barovia for meetings, hunts under the leadership of Knights Commander Snow.
A short addition to the medals awarded at the following years yearly gathering of he order.
First Man at Arms Frederick awarded the Medal of Courage for bravery displayed protecting the lives of his comrades in the face of overwhelming odds.
Senior Measter Enryn awarded the Medal of Courage for heroically returning to save fallen comrades.
Man at Arms Daagy awarded the Medal of Courage for not putting one step back against a horde of undead, despite the likelihood of death.
First Officer Kaldor awarded the metal of Service For the many numerous and courageous actions done in the protection of innocence.
Steward Warrant Officer Kleo awarded the metal of Courage for venturing into combat against numerically and powerfully superior forces, to rescue and aid fallen comrades.