Guild Wars 2

OOC Stuff:
We believe that it is the members who make the guild, not just the leadership. The Gryphons Aerie was built by the members and for the members. We welcome any and all suggestions, comments, and other feedback that will help the guild grow stronger and continue to move forward in a way that is beneficial to everyone.

We believe in “quality over quantity”. New recruits join on a trial basis to help foster close bonds of friendship and further strengthen the guild as a whole. New members are given time to settle in and adjust to the workings of the guild without having the pressure to contribute a lot to the guild. Our guild chat is kept OOC to also encourage bonds of friendship

We believe in helping our members as much as possible. All one needs to do is ask and we’ll do our best to aid with answers, a battle buddy or three, learning how to RP, or even some gear to give you a better chance against all the nasties.

There are also no character race, class, or alignment requirements in The Aerie; membership is open to all. If “The Aerie” sounds like the right home for you, stop by our website and fill out the application. We look forward to meeting you and roaming Tyria togther!

Guild Lore Outline:

During the Krytan Wars and the rise of the White Mantle, there were many people who fell victim to the oppression and devastation. Driven from their homes, those lucky enough to escape the clutches of the White Mantle with their lives banded together and settled on the outskirts of the great Maguuma Jungle.Though word eventually reached the small village that the war had ended and the White Mantle scattered, the people still feared the possibility that small groups of White Mantle might find them.

Scouts were sent out into the jungle to search for a safe place to call home. Many weeks passed before they returned with news. Hidden deep within were some ancient ruins that fit what they sought. In a short time, the village was ready to move and secure their new home. The work went quickly with every able person helping to clear the ruins and in a month, the ruins were transformed into a stronghold where the people could live in safety. Whispered rumors of a hidden sanctuary, named “The Gryphon’s Aerie”, that offered refuge to all who sought it spread throughout Kryta and the people began to trickle in.

For many years, The Aerie, as it was nicknamed, flourished. Yet, as peace took over Tyria, the stronghold’s need started to wane. In time, as fewer and fewer sought refuge within the walls, the Aerie returned to the ruins it was built on. Time ticked by and eventually even the memory of it faded away. The only clues to the history were countless rolled scrolls and thick tomes sealed away within stone tombs; waiting for a day when the Aerie would be needed once again.

After being set up by a rival street gang in Divinity’s Reach, a pair of sisters were forced into hiding and headed west to find a safe place they could stay. Their travels took them all the way into the dusty wastes of the once lush Maguuma Jungle, where they came across some ruins. Realizing that it was once home to humans, they set about turning it into a place where they could be safe.

The sisters sent messages to others of their gang, inviting them to join them at their new hideout. By word of mouth, more people came to “The Aerie”, as the sisters learned what the stronghold was once called, and were welcomed. With their past lives of thievery hidden from nearly all who settled in “The Aerie”, the stronghold began to grow as all kinds of people came from merchants and artisans to mercenaries and soldiers willing to lend a protective blade for a few coin.

Other Details:

Recruitment: Open

Membership requirements/guidelines: We have an 18+ age requirement, however, some exceptions may be made as outlined in our guild rules listed on our website. Prospective members are expected to uphold the rules and demonstrate a desire to be a part of the guild family during their trial period.

Playstyle: PvE/RP (optional PvP on a per person basis)

RP Level: Light/medium

Game Server: Tarnished Coast

Time Zone: Currently we’re running on an East Coast US schedule. Adjustments may be made to accommodate as many people as possible depending on their locations.

Voice Server: TeamSpeak3

Official Guild Website: http://www.thegryphonsaerie.com

If you have any questions at all, please feel free to send me a message or post here.

According to www.thefreedictionary.com, “Aerie” has two definitions:

1. The nest of a bird, such as an eagle, built on a cliff or other high place.
2. A house or stronghold perched on a height.

which gives our name a wonderful dual meaning.

Looking for a small guild to call home? Check us out, we might just be what you’re looking for.

Tired of playing solo? Had enough of being little more than a name on a roster in a sea of strangers? Come check us out. In The Aerie, every member is important and more than just a name. We’re family.

Want to just kick back and kill some stuff with friends? Come check us out, we love to roam Tyria together.

We have a brand new site!

Come check it out and stay a while. We just might be the home you’re looking for.

Looking for a laid-back family that loves RP and doing things together in general? The Aerie may be what you seek.

There’s still a few spots left on our roster. If you’re looking for a social, close-knit family to call home, come check us out.

Why not ring in the New Year with a new family? Come give us a try. We’re looking forward to meeting you.

Big changes are in store for The Aerie soon, but we will always keep our close-knit family atmosphere. We’re laid-back, casual and if you want some good music to fight to, we now have our own radio station.

Thanks to one of our very talented members, we now have a stunning new style for our forum. Come for a visit and check it out.