The Order of the Dark Star

14 points

Style Prerequisite: Hermetic Potential, Hermetic Aptitude 1

Grand Council: Unknown

Locales

Generally feared and mistrusted by most, the Order of the Dark Star is rumored to have guildhouses in most human nations.

Nickname(s): Theurges

Philosophy: Like much about the Order of the Dark Star, their philosophy is clouded in mystery and half-truths. More earnest researchers have suggested that the Order is founded around the concept that the fabric of magic is not part of nature nor the aspect of divine power, but emanates from a black sun, which can only be seen by particularly gifted mages. The Theurges attempt to understand this Dark Star through the use of shadows and illusions and, it is said, it is this sort of investigation that leads so many of the Order into madness.

Membership: Many other magi distrust the Order as power-mad geniuses. This stereotype is not without its basis in fact, as many of the greatest villains of history were also members of the Order of the Dark Star. It is unknown how the Order selects its members, but it is known that no one applies for membership; potential apprentices are offered a place among them. That no one is known to refuse them either highlights their extreme care in choosing a member of their Order or their tendency to silence those who refuse. The truth in this matter is, of course, unknown.

Hierarchy: The ruling hierarchy is unknown, but it is generally believed that, like most other Orders, positions of authority are given to those who show merit in service to the Order. As truthfulness about the Order is strongly discouraged, the masters of this order must certainly be very good at being someone else.

Required Skills: Engineer, Fortune-Telling (Astrology), Hidden Lore, Mathematics, Mental Strength, Mind Block, Occultism, Thaumatology

Required Spells: Debility, Keen Sense, Light, Scryguard, Simple Illusion

Perks: Adjustable Spell (Spell Variation), Attribute Substitution (Per-based), Continuous Ritual, Covenant of Rest, Extra Option (Astrological Ceremonies, Blood Magic, Intimidating Curses), Frightening Side Effects, Guild Rank, Intuitive Cantrip (Corpse Smart, Intuitive Illusionist, Kindle, Magical Analysis, Muffle, Screen), Life-Force Burn, Magical Style Adaptation, Mana Compensation, Mundane Magic, No Gestures, No Incantations, Obscure True Name, Power Casting, Reduced Footprint, Rule of 17, Sanctum, Scroll-Reading, Secret Mage, Secret Spell, Secret Words, Special Exercises (FP can exceed HT, Magery) and Spell Bond)

Optional Traits

Attributes: None

Advantages: None

Disadvantages: None

Skills: None

Spell List

Unfinished