Hawk Mafia

Hawk Mafia, also know as the 40 Thieves is a loose alliance of various bandits, mercenaries, traffickers, thieves, collectors and general outsiders. Originally founded by humble cabin boy, the organization is a pseudo-nation that controls parts of northern Syltör and has various strongholds elsewhere. Currently, the group is attempting to rebuild and rebrand after being partially destroyed by a Huitca Federation raid.

Founding
Little is known about the founding of the Hawk Mafia. However, the organization can trace its roots to the arrival of its founder and current head Mazeem to Syltör. After several failed false-starts, the group solidified and prospered after taking control of the underground gold trade. Since than, the group has gained income from various other sources. Such as artifact smuggling, mercenary work, pit fights, and the brewing industry.

Workings
The Hawk Mafia is unique among factions of Rathnir in that it is solely based around the accumulation of wealth. Unless blacklisted, anyone can join the group. All members are guarantied protection by the group and are given preferential trade deals. The Hawk Mafia has been known to sponsor various bloodspots, smuggling operations, and are a primary employer of mercenaries. The group has no official flag, territory or head of state. However, the group does have an official ensign that is required to be shown in a professional capacity when doing business with the group.

Strongholds
Although the group does not own official territory, they do have various "strongholds" that are operated entirely by the group. These strongholds range from secluded storage sheds to small cites. Usually, these strongholds can be found within established nations. None currently are known publicly. However, it is known that there are certain areas where outsiders are directed to if one wishes to do business with the Hawk Mafia.