The Dreadguard

The Dreadguard are a fighting force employed by Nixgus, the High Cryomancer in order to protect his fortress, The Spire, from would-be invaders.

Origins
When Nixgus first ascended to Lichdom and turned Frostfell's sun into a Cold Star he slew his Monarch's contingent of elite guards and resurrected them as wraiths in order to protect himself as he prepared more elaborate defences and arranged the construction of The Spire. A few of these original protectors still exist their skill in combat honed over centuries of undeath.

Modern Role
In recent times the Dreadguard fill a dual role for the High Cryomancer, the first being their original role as defenders for The Spire and their secondary role as agents for Nixgus with tasks such as;
 * Obtaining magical artefacts
 * Acting as middle-men in order to parley with local towns or known adventurers.
 * Wandering duellists who seek warriors who could one day be recruited into the Dreadguard.