The Shadow Monks

Background
The Shadow Monks are a group of monks who seek peace within Varian. One such group hail from a monastery in Oarnan, though there are others spread throughout Varian. Nothing is known about The Shadow Monks who reside elsewhere, so this page will focus on The Shadow Monks of Oarnan.

History
Though now a peaceful group, in the past The Shadow Monks were protectors of powerful artefacts. They were also the jailors for powerful and evil beings. It was revealed in the containment chamber of The Shard of Omalgus that during The Great Dragon War, the Shadow Monks of Oarnan were tasked by Perilous with hunting down evil entities released by Omalgus’ followers. They were to act as jailors for all eternity, so that these evils would not be allowed to escape.

Appearance in the Story
Whilst exploring the mines of The Necromancer, Immeral notes that there is a glowing door covered in the writings of The Shadow Monks. He surmises that this must be a jail door, keeping something powerful behind it. Indeed, The Shard of Omalgus was sealed beyond. Able to open the door with his blood, Immeral was spoken to by a magical projection that had been sealed away for 3,428 years. He and the rest of the party were educated on the history of The Shadow Monks of Oarnan, and their role in The Great Dragon War.

Notable Members

 * Immeral Nial
 * Lisandre

Trivia

 * It can be assumed that Iskander’s father had some connection to the Shadow Monks, as a note on Immeral’s body told him to seek out the order for answers.
 * There are currently no known living members of the Shadow Monks.