Celestial Hand
One of the three Societies of Dereth, along with the Eldrytch Web and Radiant Blood, first mentioned in the Investigate the Factions quest added during the Introductions event. For more informaton read Principles of the Celestial Hand.
Known Members (NPCs):
| Name | Quest | Title |
| Candrus Steady-Hand | Investigate the Factions | Scout of the Hand |
| Joku Shunja | Investigate the Factions | Hand Recruiter |
| Aito Shikun | Investigate the Factions | Hand Historian |
| Zho Heishan | Disturbance in the Ley Lines | Hidden Hand |
| Celestial Illuminator (Creature) | Lord Rytheran's Journal | N/A |
Principles & Philosophy:
- Aligned with The Light.
- Wishes to continue the partnership between Isparians and the few remaining Yalain.
- Wishes to harness the power of the Ley Lines to:
- Defend against The Nameless and the forces of Shadow.
- Defend Dereth, making it a secure and peaceful place.
- Free the Yalain from portal space.
- Not in direct support of Asheron, but shares many values.
- Not allied with Elysa Strathelar or New Aluvia, but not opposed to them either.
Criticisms:
- Seen as too "good" by some or lacking depth.
- Conspiracy theories involving a much more pro-Yalain agenda than laid out in the Principles of the Celestial Hand, including the return of the Yalain and subsequent enslavement or eradication of the Isparian population.