Archons
Background
Founded: 2006
The Archons, more formally known as the Archons of the Golden Mandate, are a cabal focussed on law and order, in particular as embodied by the precepts of gold law.
Their crest (plain emblem) is a wreath.
Their sigil banner colors are the emblem (a wreath) in gold representing their spiritual mandate, upon a shield of dark blue and yellow, representing the vigilance of law and the ideal of order.
The cabal recognizes all of the five Great Rights of Crossing, Emeritus, Hospitality, Nemesis and Sanctuary, but with strict terms.
Sanctum
Gotham Tower, at 50 Ann Street, is a well-known landmark in Brisbane. What is definitely not known to the public is that it is the recognized sanctum of the cabal known as the Archons.
Formerly the State Law Building, it was sold off for money to fund the building of brand new modern facilities for the various legal departments as part of the government’s urban renewal program – the program that has run out of money, leaving buildings half completed and the legal departments scattered across the city in various temporary locations.
The building is now a mix of commercial and residential, with the lower floors still home to various companies while the upper floors have been extensively renovated and converted into a number of apartments.
After going through several owners, at least significant parts of the top couple of floors now belong to the Archons – exactly how much they own is not known, as on paper they are still separate apartments belonging to different people and groups.
Mages who have visited will know that the main lifts only go to the 28th floor, and even they require a pass card or someone to authorise your access. From there you must follow the twisting corridors to the rear of the building where yet another security door must be buzzed to gain entry.
Inside leads to a small foyer, with a sweeping staircase to the main floor containing the Hierarch's office, and several meeting rooms, with other floor containing further working and living chambers. The suite is tastefully decorated, but on the minimalist side, and guests very much know that they are in a former government building that still retains the resonance of law and order.
The sanctum is known to hold a library of the Lex Magica and contain an active hallow, but is very well protected by security.
Sanctum Staff
Luca McNamara, Security
Those who have previously dealt with Gaslight Mansion may know his history: A young policeman at the time, was identified as a Sleepwalker after he witnessed some of the battle of Brisbane in 1982. Afterwards, he was recruited by the Lighthouse for security, and taught the beliefs of the Silver Ladder.
A passionate Italian, he fell in love with one of the younger McNamara's, eventually marrying them and changing his name to join the family. After Harp stepped down as Hierarch (2006), he took a well earned sabbatical and travelled the world with his wife, Sam (Samantha) McNamara. Unfortunately the trip ended in tragedy, with his wife being killed in a car accident in the United States.
Returning to Australia, Luca had been fairly reclusive, and had not returned to active duty until recently (2014) he started providing security at the Archon's sanctum.
Members
- Agent Shrike, Necromancer of the Silver Ladder, Crown of the Archons, Councillor of the Lead Coin, and Hierarch of Brisbane
- Cuffs, Warlock of the Guardians of the Veil, Mask of the Archons, and Councillor of the Iron Gauntlet
- Sarge, Necromancer of the Guardians of the Veil, Sword of the Archons
- Strider, Warlock of the Silver Ladder, Banner of the Archons
Fosterlings:
- ?
Former Members:
- Freak, Shaman (formerly thought to be a Necromancer) of the Mysterium, Former Shield of the Archons