Atlantean Trilogy Archive
A sea serpent coils around a cliff lighthouse as a dragon flies overhead, kraken tentacles rise from the surf and griffins perch nearby.

The Dao

Creature, Cults, Fraternal Orders, and Secret Societies

A reclusive, contemplative mystic order of remote Himvati, powerful but non-violent, who use magic only to shield innocents and thwart evil.

Also called Dao order

From the book

The Dao are a reclusive mystic order, every bit as mysterious as the Black Mystics but much more benevolent. These mystics and scholars usually live only in the most remote strongholds of Himvati, though a few have traveled across Jambu and beyond. They are quiet and thoughtful and rarely involve themselves in other people's affairs. Their power is said to be great, yet they are non-violent and detest physical force; they will, however, use their magic to shield the innocent and to wreck the schemes of evildoers.

At a glance

Base
Remote fastnesses of Himvati; some travel across Jambu and beyond
Parent grouping
Mystic Orders
Nature
Quiet, contemplative, avoid others' affairs; abhor physical force
Actions
Use magic to defend innocents and foil evil-doers