> [!infobox|right] > > #### Order of the Lucky Blades > > ![[5E_LUCKYBLADESCREST.png]] > > ##### Basic Information > > | | | > |---|---| > |![[ICON - bookmark-etch-solid-full.svg]] **Type**: | Knightly Order,<br>Religious-Militant | > |![[ICON - crystal-ball-solid-full.svg]] **Deity**: | [[Tymora]] | > |![[ICON - eclipse-solid-full.svg]] **Alignment**: | Neutral - Good | > |![[ICON - eclipse-solid-full.svg]] **Leadership**: | [[Vaela Sunsong]] | > |![[ICON - chess-rook-piece-sharp-solid-full.svg]] **Seat**: | [[The Crimson Coinhall]],<br>[[Silvercross]] | > |![[ICON - chess-rook-piece-sharp-solid-full.svg]] **Sites**: | [[The Sunleaf Quarters]], [[The Openfield Grounds]], [[The Ironpost Barracks]], [[The Restful Step House]] | > |![[ICON - person-limbs-wide-solid-full.svg]] **Members**: | ~140,<br>Knights,<br>Clergy,<br>Staff,<br>Squires | > |![[ICON - sparkle-solid-full.svg]] **Influence**: | [[Silvercross]],<br>[[Cormyr]] | <a href="https://dioctionary.net/THE+DIOCTIONARY/HOME/Home" class="dioctionary-ribbon-2"> HOME </a> <div class="dioctionary-ribbon">A Brief History</div> - **The Order of the Lucky Blades** stands as the heart, shield, and soul of [[Silvercross]], a knightly brotherhood forged not from rigid doctrine, but from the belief that fortune itself must be met with courage. Founded in 1249 DR, the Order blends devotion to [[Tymora]] with martial discipline and deliberate risk, living by a creed that defines both their actions and their identity; ***Fortune Favors the Bold***. Where other orders impose structure first and faith second, the Lucky Blades embrace uncertainty as a proving ground, believing that destiny is not granted, but confronted. From monster hunts in [[The Stonelands]] to caravan protection across the [[Eastern Heartlands]], from local disputes to rising threats tied to the [[Church of Beshaba]], their influence extends far beyond their numbers. In a town of just over a thousand souls, nearly every family is tied to the Order in some way, whether through service, training, or legacy, making it not just an institution, but a defining force woven into daily life. <div class="dioctionary-ribbon">Founding Era (1208–1250 DR)</div> - The Order’s origins trace back to the legendary **Five of Fortune**, five wanderers whose names were never recorded, whether lost to time, humility, or Tymora’s own will. They stood together when early Silvercross was little more than a vulnerable caravan settlement. Their greatest act came atop the hill where [[The Crimson Coinhall]] now stands, where they faced a monstrous force and invoked Tymora’s favor so completely that the earth itself split with golden light. From that moment came **[[Wa'Gera]]**, a divine blade said to be forged from pure luck, which they sealed beneath the ground along with their vow. They carved their oath into wood, founded the Order, and vanished, leaving behind doctrine instead of identity, a legacy defined not by names, but by action. <div class="dioctionary-ribbon">The Early Era (1250–1300 DR)</div> - In the decades following its founding, the Order transformed from legend into structure, growing from a handful of devoted warriors into a functioning militant-faithful body. A wooden shrine rose upon the Founder’s Hill, early barracks formed around it, and the first patrols began to secure the surrounding roads. Caravan routes expanded under their protection, and nearby settlements began to recognize Silvercross as a place of safety rather than risk. Early writings of Tymoran doctrine emerged during this period, shaped heavily by interpretations of the Five’s actions, while monster hunts into the [[Storm Horn Mountains]] established the Order’s reputation for confronting threats others avoided. Though their numbers remained small, rarely exceeding twenty sworn members, their influence grew rapidly, carried as much by story as by steel. <div class="dioctionary-ribbon">The Stone Era (1300–1380 DR)</div> - The Stone Era marked the Order’s true institutional birth, replacing temporary structures with permanence and establishing the foundation of everything that would follow. The shrine was rebuilt into the first stone iteration of [[The Crimson Coinhall]], while early versions of the [[The Ironpost Barracks]] took form to formalize the town’s defense. Patrol routes expanded into organized systems, and rank structures emerged, defining roles such as Highblade, Captain, Knight, and Squire. [[House Blackfen]] entered the Order during this time, beginning a legacy that would shape its future, and the first pilgrimage routes brought devoted followers of [[Tymora]] to Silvercross. Beneath the Coinhall, a hidden vault was constructed to safeguard **[[Wa'Gera]]**, anchoring the Order’s faith not only in belief, but in something physically present. By the end of the era, the Order had grown to nearly eighty members and earned recognition across [[Cormyr]] as both protectors and exemplars of bold devotion. <div class="dioctionary-ribbon">The Crimson Era (1380–1450 DR)</div> - The Crimson Era defined the Order as it is recognized today, shaping both its identity and its symbolism. The adoption of crimson banners and silver armor unified its appearance, while the expansion of specialized divisions, particularly the **Luckwardens**, solidified its operational structure. Campaigns against wyvern broods in the [[Hullack Forest]] and other large-scale threats elevated the Order’s reputation across the region, establishing it as a force capable of confronting dangers beyond the reach of ordinary militias. During this period, the foundations of the modern five-wing system began to take shape, and Silvercross itself grew in wealth and stability under their protection. By the end of the era, the Order was no longer simply a regional force, but a recognized institution within the broader political and religious landscape of [[Cormyr]]. <div class="dioctionary-ribbon">The Modern Era (1450–1490s DR)</div> - The modern era is defined by both its greatest strength and its deepest fracture, marked by the rise of powerful figures and the weight of events that reshaped the Order from within. The influence of [[Olivia Halcrest]] transformed training, doctrine, and philosophy, producing a generation of exceptional individuals including [[Dio Eldwynair]], [[Lira Morningvale]], and [[Kaelen Droswynn]]. Under her guidance, the Training & Discipline Wing evolved into a defining force within the Order, refining both skill and identity. This period also saw the rise of leaders such as [[Therona Eldwynair]], [[Thorrin Embergaunt]], [[Aeris Coinflare]], [[Lyselle Dawnsworn]], and [[Sir Zavian Brannock]], whose roles solidified the modern structure of the five wings of the order. The tragedy at the [[Cathedral of Lathander]] in 1486 DR fractured more than individuals, it shook the Order’s sense of certainty, forcing it to confront the limits of faith and control. In the years that followed, leadership consolidated under [[Vaela Sunsong]], whose command represents both continuity and evolution, guiding the Order through a world where threats grow more complex and fortune itself feels less predictable. Today, the Order stands at roughly one hundred and forty members, its presence as vital as ever, guarding a critical junction of the [[Eastern Heartlands]] while carrying forward a legacy that has never once been static.