Templars of Vara

The Templars of Vara are a major faction primarily located on Arven. They are dedicated defenders of the Goddess Vara. Additionally, they provide economic support and rarely, military support to the seven kingdoms of Arven. The Templars trace their roots back to the Age of Creation under the Arvenian Empire.

History
The Templars of Vara were created during the Age of Creation by the Arvenian Empire in response to the growing threat of sorcerers. Initially, they struggled to successfully fight against the magic sorcerers held. However, following the coronation of Detricius Rex by Vara, they succeeded in wiping sorcery off of Arvenius. They would later find and close the Magic Plane's entrance to the Material world.

The Battle for Revana
Following their success in Arvenius, the Templars set their sights on Revana and begin building the Holy Fleet of Vara. After five years, the fleet is completed and they begin their journey to Revana. Severe casualties are sustained during their voyage and very few Templars make it to the shores of Revana. Here, the surviving wizards of Revana are discovered and assist them in conquering the continent. After claiming the coastline completely, they found the entrance to the Plane of Magic deeper within the continent's jungles.

The Battle of Raven's Claw
Operation Divinity, otherwise known as the Battle of Raven's Claw, was the final battle fought within the Age of Heroes. It lasted for several months and only with the help of the wizards, was the battle finally ended with the closure of the Plane of Magic.

The Calamity
During the calamity, the Templars of Vara were destroyed almost instantly. Many of their ships were sunk instantaneously and the few Templars to survive the initial ordeal were heavily scarred, physically and mentally. The Templar headquarters located on Arvenius was destroyed with the capital of the Arvenian Empire.

Rebirth
Following the sudden end of the calamity, few recalled the Templar order and even less survived through it. It was not until Vara herself reappeared was the order reformed. The Templars were crucial in stabilizing the continent, using both their military might and access to divine weapons to bring a swift end to the petty warlords. After the stabilization of the continent, the Templars withdrew into their current borders and have become a balancing power within the regions of Lake Varluvia.