âFor a millennia, have the Bear-kin walked the prosperous woods of their home, wherein shelter, home and protection have blessed their lives. Many a man and woman from the land of Three-Lances and Red Roses travelled to the Cliff in the southern mountains on a quest for purpose, coin and glory. Their swords, wisdom and bows pledged to the Bear-lords, through the ages, where their footsteps have echoed in the halls of the Gilded Den, on the silent shores of the Lake, and fought in the fickle frontiers of war, which with the reign of the Reformer have turned to the Northern courts. Steel kept in scabbards, peace and unity in their hearts. For an undying dream.â
- Taken from the 12th Chronicle of Bearcliff recalling the First Formation in 41ADP.
The House of Treiller
A long-standing dynasty, the roots of which connect to the very rise of Gilneas and the first clans moving to the new land from Arathor. For centuries have the Treillers served their Kingdom from their noble seat in the southern mountain valley of Bearcliff, at the end of the Gilnean peninsula. Their legacy and history has mostly been formed by the deeds of warfare and loyalty to the Greymane dynasty, both in the courts and in the Royal Guard, which the House has supported since the bodyâs formation. Politicians, soldiers, commanders and conquerors have borne the Treiller name on the fields of Azeroth. In more recent times, with the lead of its current head, Lord Arnaud, the emphasis now lies on the untiring administrative work over the wellbeing and lives of all people under their influence, while having embraced the new dawn of their Kingdom.
Unity, Progress, Peace. For the Three they stand, having abandoned the ferocity of their past.
The Ursine Court
The Ursine Court of Bearcliff, established by baron Arnaud as a retinue and Bearcliffâs benevolent hand to contribute to the reclaimed northern kingdoms and the Alliance at large. A hand that assists its allies and civilians to rebuild, and whenever the foes of humankind rear their heads, itâs ready to draw steel to defend the foundations anew. The retinue also serves as the Baronyâs acting body of representation on foreign affairs and expeditions. As for internal affairs, it cooperates with the Council of Bearcliff and the baronyâs military to ensure the wellbeing and safety of its citizens, as well as takes on any missions to gather vital resources to further the fiefdomâs goals and progress. Whether that takes them to places unknown or the lands of their allies, their shared determination will find a way.
The fellow visionaries who find themselves beneath the banner of the Golden Bears stand not only for Bearcliff and Gilneas, but for themselves and a new gilded era of peace and prosperity in the northern human lands.
RANKS and POSITIONS
Seneschal: An advisor of a higher rank, considered the right hand of their liege. The Seneschal is an (IC) officer within the household and the retinue itself, who oversees its people alongside the Lord, be it on the fields of battle or in the courts of the north.
Knight of the Bearâs Pact: The elite, Densworn protectors of Lord Treillerâs Court and land. The Knights are deemed worthy through a trial, after which theyâll be knighted in a ceremony that follows Bearcliffâs old customs.
Stalwart: The exemplary, long-standing Courtiers may be bestowed the honour of a Stalwart. They are the recognized beacons amongst the retinue to whom many of their comrades look in times of trouble.
Courtier: The Courtiers form the spine and soul of the Court on their endeavors. A wide range of people from various trades, from swift-footed couriers and civilians to knights, mages and those of the Faith. These are the compatriots beneath the Bearâs banner. To mark their allegiance, a livery badge of the Golden Bears and a detail of their own design adorns their cloaks.
Petitioner: Newcomer attendants and allies of the Ursine Court and those seeking initiation into their ranks. Through a ceremony, they shall obtain their Livery Badges and become part of the Court.
Supporter: Fellow nobles whom have united under the Bear-banner to serve through mutual deals established in order to spread their influence through the Courtâs assistance, and support them politically or through other means.
POSITIONS available to Courtiers and above:
Chamberlain: Quartermaster of the Court, responsible for our inventory and cooperating with Quartermasters of other banners.
Huntmaster: Responsible for arranging hunts and oversees the hunting stocks, as well as trains hunting hounds.
Warden (of the Wilds): Overseer of the Baronyâs borderlands and woods.
Court Physician: The Courtâs head medic, responsible for the Infirmary and organising the medics of the Court.
Vassal: 
(Rank to be announced!)
OOC
Hello Argent Dawn! The guild has existed for a good while already, but itâs about time I make an actual forum post for us. Weâre a smaller scale noble retinue guild that focuses on:
- Various elements from adventure to politics and diplomacy
- Creating our own storylines and plots for the members and the Barony as a whole.
- DMed events 1-2 times per week outside of campaigns
- A DnD style system used in events, focusing on character sheets, stats and passives.
- Community RP in the northern hubs
We believe in making everyone seen and giving them some spotlight and for the sake of being able to do that, we wonât aim to form a large guild!
RECRUITMENT STATUS: Closed
Contact:
IG: Teuthras (mcfife on Discord)
IG: Courier
