The Flock are a mercenary group whose name and influence have spread through all of Xhoshana and even beyond. Like most mercenary groups, their fame spawned from an exceptional military prowess, but unlike most others, The Flock does not necessarily fight for the highest bidder. Their leaders will accept and deny contracts based on a balance of profit and morals. A fight that upholds the tenets of The Flock may be accepted for minimal pay while huge sums offered by a tyrant would likely be refused. The Flock has agents all around the world collecting information, establishing relationships, and performing small tasks. Entry into The Flock is a grueling, often fatal task with an intensive year of training before the acceptance decision is made. When one is accepted, they are tasked with choosing a new avian name to represent their personality, skills, and motives. Wren, Osprey, Sparrow, and Falcon are just a few of the innumerable names one would know as family in The Flock. The leader of The Flock traditionally assumes the name Gull in honor of past leaders and as a reminder of the importance of adaptability, resourcefulness, and communication in the role. The Gull is easily identified by the Gullwing Blade passed from one leader to the next.