Temple of the Rising Tide

The Temple of the Rising Tide is located in Chiro. Made of blue laquered wood, this single story temple rests on an artificial island not far from the middle of the city. The pond surrounding the temple is traversable by a large arching bridge that connects it to the city streets. On each side of the temple is a practice green where the monks can be seen taking their exercise. 

The monks of this school are known for their martial prowess but also for their fabled inability to lie. They are often sought by noblemen in the training of their youth. A class of warrior known as the Jae Shi has its origins in this Temple, among others. The dye used by the Temple for their robes makes a brown color of their cast-off cloth.

The monks believe that order and discipline will improve the common good, that truth is of the highest value, followed by beauty and life. They know that laws may restrict freedoms, but they are also for the best and should be pursued so long as they conform to goodness. Following this Way of Order is the best emulation of Bao Dan for the good of all people.

A peculiarity of this order, and others like it, is their regard for the health and welfare of society. Their monks can often be found ministering to the sick and dispossessed, using their healing arts to treat those that the rest of society would leave abandoned on its bridge.