It is as elusive as the Syndicate itself.
Once you have discovered and delivered all of the artifacts to the named Aerie, you will become one of the chosen few who will have the chance to be promoted to full Vigilante status. This is all you need to know to complete the Rite of Passage. But for the curious of mind, classified information on the Aerie, and many other curious things, may be released to Vigilantes of a certain quality.
ORIGIN OF THE SYNDICATE
- 1924 -
From a collective desire, the Syndicate was born
For a time, all was good.
BUT THEN EVERYTHING CHANGED
In the aftermath of the First World War, a series of ancient Egyptian and Mayan artifacts were unearthed, revealing not mere static relics, but functioning pieces of a lost technology. While these discoveries were quickly hidden from the public, the intrigue they sparked within influential circles would not be extinguished.
Thus, a radical idea began weaving its way through enlightened aristocratic minds: Bring these artifacts together and use the secrets hidden within to covertly enlighten the nations of the world and bring everlasting peace.
Monuments to the Syndicate’s creed sprang forth in major cities across the globe, each paying homage to the design of the artifacts from ground floor to shining spire. These monuments became regional hubs known as Sanctums from which operatives spread the Syndicate’s vision of light and beauty.
But one building outshined all others, the Syndicate’s global headquarters, the New York Sanctum. A massive complex of soaring towers, glass facades, and integrated transportation systems suspended high above the city streets. Arguably the most influential of the organization’s founders, Arthur DeCosta, called it home until it was razed to the ground and extinguished from existence. His body was never found.
The resulting ebb and flow, working to bring light to the world versus prioritizing self-interest at any cost, took hold. The creed that was once crystal clear to all in the Syndicate became opaque, requiring a new kind of operative.
Thus began the meticulous recruitment of those who would come to be known as Vigilantes. No longer driven by a common purpose, Vigilantes adapted to navigating a web of half-truths within the Syndicate while watching their backs on the streets which continues to this day.
IN MEMORIAM
Arthur DeCosta
Words cannot describe the feeling we must endure knowing that you will never lead our Syndicate again. We will miss your fearless commitment, vision and iron discipline, forcing us all to embrace your insights to make this world a more beautiful place.
We are buoyed by the knowledge that you know your Syndicate, that what you held closed to your heart, will be led by those who support and clasp on your legacy. We will prevail; The Syndicate will bring light back to the world and give it back the beauty it craves, all in your name.
Rest in peace, you will be missed
Syndicate of Vigilantes
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