Article I: Brotherhood and Loyalty

• Oath of Allegiance: All members of The Dark Guard shall swear an unbreakable oath of allegiance to the brotherhood. Betrayal is unforgivable and it is met with swift and severe consequences.
• Fraternity Above All: The bonds of the brotherhood supersede personal ties. Loyalty to fellow clan members is paramount; a true brother of the Dark Guard stands by their kin in shadows and light.

Article II: Code of Silence

• Whispers in the Dark: Members shall never disclose the identity of their brethren or the secrets of the clan to outsiders. The art of discretion is the foundation of our power.
• Silent Execution: Infiltration and elimination shall be executed in silence. The true master is the one who leaves no trace and whose presence is only felt by the chill in the air.

Article III: Mastery of the Shadows

• Stealth and Subtlety: The true Dark Guardian embraces the shadows, moving with grace and finesse. The art of subtlety is as deadly as the sharpest blade.
• Infiltration Techniques: Members shall master the art of disguise, blending seamlessly into their surroundings. A true Dark Guardian can become anyone, from beggar to noble, with a mere change of garb.

Article IV: The Art of Assassination

• Selective Targets: Targets must be chosen with precision. A true Dark Guardian does not engage in senseless violence; each elimination serves a purpose and aligns with the interests of the brotherhood.
• Swift and Merciless: The killing blow shall be swift and without mercy. Lingering unnecessarily invites unnecessary risk. The true Dark Guardian ensures death comes as a silent visitor.

Article V: Advancement and Hierarchy

• Proving Worth: Advancement within the clan is earned through skill, dedication, and successful missions. 
• Council of The Three Oms: The highest echelon of leadership, the Council of The Three Oms, consists of the most seasoned and respected members. The council’s decisions are absolute and binding.

Article VI: Training and Discipline

• Continuous Improvement: Members shall engage in constant training to hone their skills. Complacency is our greatest enemy.
• Discipline and Order: Disobedience and insubordination will not be tolerated. Discipline ensures the cohesion and effectiveness of the brotherhood.

Article VII: The Dark Secrets

• Forbidden Knowledge: The clan harbors ancient secrets and forbidden knowledge. Unauthorized access to such knowledge is punishable by the severest of penalties.
• Rite of Passage: Initiates must undergo a rite of passage, proving their commitment and competence before being fully accepted into the brotherhood.

Rules of The Dark Guards:

• Absolute Secrecy: Members shall never reveal the secrets of the clan to anyone outsider.
• No Hidden Agendas: Everything that one does shall serve the interests of the brotherhood; Having secrets from each other is strictly forbidden.
• Adherence to the Codex: All members must strictly adhere to the articles of the Codex and respect the hierarchy and traditions of the brotherhood.
• Respect your Brotherhood: Disputes among members shall be resolved internally. Infighting weakens the brotherhood and is intolerable.
• No Mercy for Traitors: Betrayal of The Dark Guard is met with a punishment more severe than death – a fate worse than the blackest abyss.
• Continuous Training: Members must continuously strive for improvement and participate in training activities provided by the clan.
• Mystique and Elegance: Each and every member of The Dark Guard shall maintain an air of mystique and elegance in their demeanor, reflecting the refined nature of their deadly craft.
• Obey the Council: Orders from the Council of The Three Oms are absolute and unquestionable. Disobedience will result in severe consequences.
• Preservation of Clan’s Reputation: Members shall conduct themselves in a manner that upholds the reputation and fearsome aura of The Dark Guard.
• Commitment to the Shadows: Life within the brotherhood is a commitment to the shadows. Members are expected to embrace the clandestine nature of their existence, forsaking the comforts of the mundane world.

In adherence to the Codex and Rules of The Dark Guard, each member of the brotherhood should learn to move as one, think as one and be one, executing their acts with precision, grace and purpose.