TEXT: Symbol:  the rune of pursuit.  
  Background and Goals: Trithereon’s followers have always been a presence in Verbobonc, but 
  until recently they were not considered a major factor in events occurring in the Viscounty. 
  With the currently political climate shifting, the followers of the Summoner have used this to 
  their advantage to press for reforms and changes so that the unscrupulous nobility can no 
  longer exploit those in their care. 
  The Church of Trithereon frequently clashes with the Church of Saint Cuthbert over matters 
  of law and justice. They see the Cuthbertines as far too rigid and comfortable with their power 
  to truly be an effective force for justice in Verbobonc. Thus many followers of Trithereon take 
  matters into their own hands when they see wrongs committed without hope of retribution. 
  They also clash with followers of Pholtus, however since that deity does not have a strong 
  presence in Verbobonc, such conflict is uncommon. The true focus of the faith’s efforts, 
  however, are those nobles that exploit their power at the expense of the common man, 
  particularly House Galens, House Haxx, and House Langmuir. The last is a particular target of 
  the Summoner’s followers, for House Langmuir is especially egregious in its contempt of all 
  they consider to be beneath their station. 
  Invocations to Trithereon include “All deserve life and the ability to choose their own place in the 
  world, and those who would place others in shackles or control them with oppressive laws must be toppled. 
  Train the common folk to defend themselves and their property should another wish to take their 
  freedoms. If you are wronged, you are right to exact vengeance yourself, especially if none will help you." 
  Members: Because the faith praises individuality over standardized doctrine, each church has 
  a different focus but is allied with all others. Trithereon's clerics are rugged individualists, 
  never afraid to question authority. Those in cities instruct commoners in self-defense and 
  recruit like-minded rogues and rangers for the cause of individual liberty. Those in rural areas 
  act as scouts or spies against despotic lords or murderous nonhumans. Both sorts keep close 
  watch on Lawful religions lest they become too powerful. The Summoner's clerics travel far 
  and wide in search of those in need of their help. The Summoner’s faith is active in the 
  Yeomanry as well as Verbobonc, and members frequently travel to that land to get support for 
  their efforts in the Viscounty. 
  Members that prove particularly able at pursuing those that have escaped true justice for their 
  crimes may find themselves eligible to join the Knights of the Chase (see Membership Options 
  for more information) 
  Type: Religious 
  Scale: 8 (Verbobonc) 
  Affiliation Score Criteria:  The Church of Trithereon is open to all non–lawful characters 
  that have Verbobonc as their home region and have Trithereon as their patron deity.  
  church of trithereon 
  Criterion (One Time) 
  Modifier 
  Character level 
  +½ PC’s level 
  Levels in cleric, ranger, or rogue 
  +1/level 
  Levels in divine crusader CD, holy liberator CD, justicar CW, or vigilante CV, 
  +2/level 
  Ranks in an Associated Skill 
  +½/rank 
  Criterion (Multiple Use) 
  Modifier 
  Secretly breaks an unjust law (1) 
  +1 
  Openly breaks an unjust law(1) 
  +3 
  Plays a Verbobonc or Yeomanry regional adventure, or a VTF metaregional 
  adventure, as a member of the Church of Trithereon(2) 
  +½/round 
  Plays a Verbobonc regional adventure that lists the Church of Trithereon as a 
  metaorganizational focus.(2) 
  +2/round 
  Humiliates a law enforcement officer or a member of the nobility 
  +1 
  Acts in a lawful manner (upholding laws at the expense of personal freedom) 
  -4 
  Knowingly associates with lawful creatures 
  -4 
  Notes: 
  1. 
  These bonuses overlaps (does not stack); only apply the highest bonus if both Criterion 
  are applicable. 
  2. 
  These bonuses overlaps (does not stack); only apply the highest bonus if both Criterion 
  are applicable. 
  This certificate is the property of the Verbobonc Triad and may be 
  amended, changed, revoked, or rescinded at any time. The certifi-
  cate must be returned to the Verbobonc Triad upon request. This 
  certificate has $0 cash value and cannot be traded, sold, or given 
  away.  If access to the benefits on this certificate are lost, void 
  should be written across the text of this certificate.  
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  Has fulfilled the requirements for membership in this Verbobonc regional metaorganization. Membership must be renewed 
  annually at the beginning of each calendar year. Keep all previous certificates of membership along with this one so an 
  accurate account of your membership can be verified. 
   
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  Score Title: Benefits and Duties (benefits and duties are cumulative) 
  3 or 
  lower 
  No affiliation; junior member in training 
  4-14 
  Hound: The Church of Trithereon welcomes your help in their struggle for liberty, 
  justice, and the downfall of tyrants. You receive the following benefits during any 
  Verbobonc regional adventure.  
  � Associated Skills: The following skills are associated with the Church of 
  Trithereon: Gather Information, Knowledge [Local(VTF)], Knowledge 
  [Religion], and Perform [Oratory]. You receive a +1 circumstance bonus to your 
  Associated Skills. If you are a known member of the Church of Trithereon, then 
  you receive an equivalent circumstance penalty to Diplomacy and Intimidate 
  checks when dealing with members of the Church of Saint Cuthbert 
  � Divine Spellcasting: You are granted the casting of 1-3 level Open divine spells 
  from an attending cleric of Trithereon. This does not extend to your 
  companions, and all costs for material components must be provided by you. 
  � Equipment Purchases: You may purchase equipment from the Player’s 
  Handbook at a 20% discount 
  � Influence: You may use your affiliation as influence with the Church of 
  Trithereon. Spending 1 Affiliation points earns you 1 standard Influence point 
  with the Trithereon. You can likewise convert Influence Points into Affiliation 
  points using the same ratio. 
  Serving the Church: The Church of Trithereon looks to the faithful to spread the 
  word and help followers in unfriendly lands. You must spend 1 additional TU after 
  each Yeomanry or Verbobonc regional adventure or VTF metaregional adventure. 
  Alternatively, you may pay 5% of gold earned (as circled on the Level of Play section on 
  your Adventure Record). 
  15-25 Defender: Your defense of liberty and pursuit of those that would seek to impose 
  tyranny is recognized by those in your resistance cell, and you are seen as a Defender 
  of Trithereon. 
  � Associated Skills. Your bonus increases to +2. Furthermore, choose two (2) of 
  the following skills to be added to your list of Associated Skills: 
  �Diplomacy, �Disguise, �Handle Animal, �Intimidate, 
  �Listen, �Ride, �Sense Motive, �Spot 
  � Divine Spellcasting:This now includes 4th level spells. 
  � Dwelling: If you already own a Residence [Simple House] in the Verbobonc 
  Town Project, this residence is upgraded to a Residence [Grand House] to serve 
  as a base of operations. For tax purposes, this residence is considered to be a 
  Simple House. Should you leave the Church of Trithereon, the residence reverts 
  back to a Simple House. This residence may be customized as you see fit, but it 
  must include either a Chapel component or a Strongroom component (see 
  Membership Options for more information). For more information on 
  Residences, see Verbobonc Town Project: Player’s Guide and Sourcebook. 
  � Influence: Spending 1 Affiliation point now earns you 2 standard Influence 
  Points. 
  � Leadership: You add your Associated Skills bonus to your Leadership score for 
  purposes of determining followers. 
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  Avenger: Those that have continually proven themselves in the quest against tyranny 
  and injustice are known as Avengers of Trithereon. These revolutionaries are the heart 
  of any resistance movement against an unjust regime and coordinate resistance cells 
  between multiple regions.  
  � Associated Skills: Your bonus increases to +4. Furthermore, choose two (2) 
  more skills from above to be added to your list of Associated Skills. 
  � Divine Spellcasting:This now includes 5th level spells 
  � Influence: Spending 1 Affiliation point now earns you 3 standard Influence 
  Points. 
  Titles, Benefits and Duties: As you advance in the Church of Trithereon, you learn better 
  ways to pursue those that would seek to deprive the common man of liberty and justice. You 
  cannot use any benefit if it would result in demotion to a lower tier. 
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  MEMBERSHIP OPTIONS 
  Members of the Church of Trithereon are eligible to join an elite group within the 
  Summoner’s faith, provided that they are diligent and have the necessary skills. There is no 
  requirement to join such a group. 
  All members of the Church of Trithereon are eligible go participate in any special groups 
  provided that they meet all specificed Entry Requirements, 
  Knights of the Chase 
  A loose knighthood made up of followers of Trithereon, the Knights of the Chase are 
  dedicated to the principles of freedom, individuality, and revenge in the pursuit of justice. The 
  Knights were formed in the late days of the Greyhawk Wars, when countless innocents were 
  slain by the ravages of Old One in Dorakaa, the Brotherhood of the Scarlet Sign, or the 
  Undying Tyrant in the remains of the Great Kingdom. Since that time, their numbers have 
  spread throughout the Flanaess to oppose tyranny and injustice in all forms wherever they 
  may be found.  
  The Knight’s disregard for the laws and customs of the land often brings them into conflict 
  with local rulers and law-enforcement. Few in positions of authority appreciate the meddling 
  of a Knight of the Chase in pursuit of prey. 
  Highly individualistic, Knights of the Chase act on their own initiative to right the wrongs of 
  the world and are as relentless as they are unmerciful in hunting down those that earned their 
  ire. Woe to the soul that is pursued by a Knight of the Chase—for while his body may one day 
  be found, it could never be identified from what remains. 
  To those that know the signs (Knowledge [Religion] DC 20), a Knight of the Chase can be 
  identified by their distinctive electric-blue chainmail emblazoned by a silver or gold rune of 
  pursuit across the chest. 
  ENTRY REQUIREMENTS 
  Alignment: Chaotic Good 
  Base Attack Bonus: +6 
  Feats: Weapon Focus [longsword] 
  Skills: Handle Animal 4 ranks, Ride 4 ranks 
  Time: 8 TU initially in familiarizing yourself with the habits and patterns of those fleeing 
  justice as well as how to pursue them. 
  Special: Must have an Affiliation score of 15 or higher 
  BENEFITS 
  The following additional benefits and responsibilities are available to members of the Order of 
  the Shining Sword. 
  � Associated Skills: The following skills are added to your list of Associated Skills: Ride, 
  Handle Animal, and Survival 
  � Knight of the Chase: You gain access to the Knight of the Chase Dragon #297 prestige class.  
  Your next class level must be taken in this prestige class. While there is no requirement 
  to continue advancement, many do so that they might more fully represent the will of 
  Trithereon against tyrants and injustice.  
  Additionally, the following special Criterion apply to members of the Knights of the Chase. 
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  Strongroom [New Residential Component] 
  Prerequisite: Grand House, Affiliation Score of 15+ with the Church of Trithereon  
  Cost: 1,000 gp 
  Description: This room is built for the sole purpose of concealing the activities of the 
  occupants in case adversaries search the residence. There are no obvious entrances from 
  outside of the room. The area includes unadorned tables, chairs, and other basic furniture as 
  the builder desires. The price of this component includes the cost of one secret door 
  (Search DC 25), but does not include any enchantments to prevent scrying. 
  Criterion (One Time) 
  Modifier 
  Levels in Knight of the Chase Dragon #297 
  +3/level 
  Possesses a hawk or dog animal companion 
  +2/animal 
  Criterion (Multiple Use) 
  Modifier 
  Successfully completes pursuit against prey that has escaped true justice 
  for their crimes. 
  +2 
  
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