The Dakdakrok / Disciples----------------------------------------------------------------------------------
History & Context
This document was drafted in response to anonymously submitted accusations in the publicly accessible Hermertian Commons.The roots of the scholarly organization known historically as the Dakdakrok can be traced back to the very earliest human civilizations. Meaning "Disciples" in an ancient Þingr dialect, the Dakdakrok has more or less existed as one continuous entity since before the Fleeing.
The stated goal of the modern Dakdakrok is to provide its own members with assistance in matters concerning the arcane. The Disciples have throughout the ages provided aspiring mages, alchemists, scholars and thaumaturges with sanctuary and guidance in order to achieve their full potential. In rare and exceptional cases, this expertise is offered to outsiders.
Unfortunately, because of persecution beginning with a certain group of Þingr, the Disciples have preferred to remain in the shadows. Only recently have they begun to resurface.
The Three Core Tenets2. Master your mind to witness True Angles
Counterpoints to the Accusations brought forth
1. The Dakdakrok have existed almost continuously since the Cycle of the Snake and the Þingr Kingdom
- This is truth.2. The heads of the Dakdakrok belief system, contrary to popular belief is not the Hierophant. The true leaders are known as the Bird Priests.- This is truth, to a degree. The Bird-Priests are indeed the supreme power in the organization, but do not take part in the general management of the Dakdakrok.3. The stated goals of the Dakdakrok is to provide services relating to the arcane to the people of the Empire. Trusted sources have revealed to me that their true purpose lies in a so-called "Great Error".- There exists a Great Error, however this information was revealed during our initial surfacing. It is not time yet to disclose any further information.4. These "Disciples" are nothing but a twisted cult consisting of the corrupt Elite and Royalty.- Baseless accusations. It is true that the elite are more likely to become Dakdakrok, if only due to their greater education, financial resources and time.5. What are they doing on that island anyway? Conducting sinister experiments on people, that's what. My friend Joleen went on a fishing trip on the coast and never came back!- Access to the Buffer Zone and the Isle is forbidden without express approval of the Hierophant or Gradients. The Zone is infested with monsters during the twilight hours which has lead to many unfortunate deaths. The Dakdakrok cannot guarantee the safety of unsolicited visitors.6. Have you noticed that Minerva pretty much collapsed soon after they revealed themselves? Coincidence, I think not.- This is mere slander, the Dakdakrok have gained nothing from the collapse of Minerva, indeed years of work on the Isle were lost.7. Don't even get me started on the kidnappings!- This is an unfortunate misconception that has seeped into the public conscience. People that have gained entrance to the Dakdakrok often prefer not to announce it to their immediate friends and family, thus when their escorts arrive to assist their passage to a sanctuary it is often seen as kidnapping.----------------------------------------------------------------------------------