The Black Hand

The Black Hand is an ancient, mysterious order of assassins known to answer to the godess Lunara herself, and throughout history has developed a sinister reputation as a high efficient force of death. Through performing a taboo ritual known as the Dark Sacrament, one can summon a Black Hand Assassin and request that they eliminate a certain individual or individuals, which is only carried out through monetary compensation. Those who cross the group, or are unlucky enough to have a kill order on their heads, almost never escape from the Black Hand who will hunt relentlessly until the contract is completed. While hunted to near-extinction in the Vale, they still exist in strength in the Reach and Norrvagg, and provide a deadly service to those that need it.

The Black Hand is responsible for innumerable murders throughout history, and there are few contracts they will not accept. Known as "King Killers", the Black Hand has assassinated countless kings, emperors, and other individuals of elevated social status. They are commonly an instrument used by warring nations, or by political factions vying for power within a nation's government. Recently, the organization has become prominent in undermining the efforts of the Reach, but actions against the Imperial Government have led many to question what the Black Hand's modern motives are.