Mage: the Awakening

The Pentacle

The Adamantine Arrow

This mystical order claims heritage from the Ungula Draconis, the Talons of the Dragon, they were the warriors and soldiers of the Awakened City. The Adamantine Arrow defends sanctums and cabals with its combat magic.

Rote Specialties: Athletics, Intimidation, Medicine

The Free Council

A mystical order that was officially formed at the beginning of the 20th century. It proudly claims no ties to Atlantis and seeks to modernize the craft of magic. The Free Council seeks to escape the strictures of the past and modernize the craft of magic.

Rote Specialties: Crafts, Persuasion, Science

The Guardians of the Veil

This mystical order claims heritage from the Visus Draconis, the Eyes of the Dragon, they were the spies and secret police of the Awakened City. The Guardians of the Veil protects the Mysteries from any who would despoil them or dare reveal them to the unenlightened.

Rote Specialties: Investigation, Stealth, Subterfuge

The Mysterium

This mystical order claims heritage from the Alae Draconis, the Wings of the Dragon, they were the scholars and explorers of the Awakened City. The Mysterium searches for valuable lore hidden throughout the material and invisible worlds.

Rote Specialties: Investigation, Occult, Survival

The Silver Ladder

This mystical order claims heritage from the Vox Draconis, the Voice of the Dragon, they were the viziers and priests of the Awakened City. The Silver Ladder desires to establish a proper hierarchy of the Awakened — with its members at the top.

Rote Specialties: Expression, Persuasion, Subterfuge

Other Orders

Apostates

Apostates are Magi who have abandoned their Order and now choose to seek the mysteries under their own terms.

Banishers

Banishers are Magi who reject their Awakening, fearing their powers as originating from some malific source. They take it upon themselves to rid others who are like themselves and so cursed with their awakening.

Seers of the Thone

Not all Magi spurn the Lie, and side with the Oracles of Atlantis. Indeed, the Seers seek power by following the reign of the Exarchs instead and claim heritage from the Kings and Queens of Atlantis.

Acanthus

The Path of Thistle, Watchtower of the Lunargent Thorn, the Realm of Arcadia, Kingdom of Enchantment, abode of the Fae, ruled by the Arcana of Fate and Time. Enchanters epitomize the tarot trump of "The Fool," relying on luck and intuition to guide their way.

Favored Attribute: Composure
Ruling Arcana: Fate & Time
Inferior Arcana: Forces

Mastigos

The Path of Scourging, Watchtower of the Iron Gauntlet, the Realm of Pandemonium, Kingdom of Nightmares, abode of demons, ruled by the Arcana of Mind and Space. Warlocks epitomize the tarot trump of "The Devil," exulting in unfettered will.

Favored Attribute: Resolve
Ruling Arcana: Mind & Space
Inferior Arcana: Matter

Moros

The Path of Doom, Watchtower of the Lead Coin, the Realm of Stygia, Kingdom of Crypts, abode of shades, ruled by the Arcana of Death and Matter. Necromancers epitomize the tarot trump of "Death," remaining steadfast during change.

Favored Attribute: Composure
Ruling Arcana: Death & Matter
Inferior Arcana: Life

Obrimos

The Path of the Mighty, Watchtower of the Golden Key, the Realm of Aether, Kingdom of the Celestial Spheres, abode of angels, ruled by the Arcana of Forces and Prime. Theurgists epitomize the tarot trump of "Strength," pursuing a divine mandate.

Favored Attribute: Resolve
Ruling Arcana: Forces & Prime
Inferior Arcana: Death

Thyrsus

The Path of Ecstasy, Watchtower of the Stone Book, the Realm of the Primal Wild, Kingdom of Totems, abode of beasts, ruled by the Arcana of Life and Spirit. Shamans epitomize the tarot trump of "The Moon," following the allure of passion and impulsive action.

Favored Attribute: Composure
Ruling Arcana: Life & Spirit
Inferior Arcana: Mind