The Hopeful

The Hopeful were an organization worshiping Ilmater with an ultimate goal that the god would deliver them from Queen Coin's regime. 
==Origin==
File:Ilmater.webp|A symbol of Ilmater used by The Hopeful.
The exact origins of the organization are unknown. Its most major branch resides in Baldur's Gate, two of its most notable members being Elien Rencrist and Akterich. For several years the organization was allowed to operate legally, as long as they did not try to spread their beliefs or use them against the goddess Saharna. They are known to identify each other with Ilmater's symbol, which they wear around their necks.
Despite the worship of Ilmater being allowed during this time, temples to the god were not allowed to be public. As a result, Ilmateri shrines were often erected inside older buildings such as warehouses or barns.
==Role==
Following the Sacking of the Temple, worship of Ilmater became a crime punishable death, effectively disbanding The Hopeful in the eyes of the law.
=== Trivia ===
* A lot of popular media lists their rebel groups as just that: "rebels," a "resistance," etc. I wanted something different that highlighted the role of hope in their god instead.
* By allowing the group to operate legally, it let the official decree to eventually outlaw it come as much more of a forceful blow and a motivator to my PCs.
Category:Great Ascent