Atrikoi (clique)
The Patrons or 'Atrikoi' is a general term for the various honorary Calystianite lodges and fraternities one may join by providing the order with a generous donation. Patrons are generally not motivated to join by zeal, but rather to gain access to Calystianite trade connections, which are unrivaled in the slave trade. The fact that the Patrons' ships tend to be much less likely to fall prey to piracy or other 'accidents' at sea is another popular boon of the status. The group consists of merchants and aristocrats from all over Aeras, the vast majority of whom have no actual belief in the Calystianite creed, slowly expanding the order's network of commercial and political connections as they work to increase their own wealth and power. Though most Patrons have no official duties, their wealth and influence means they hold much sway within the order, with many commands and high-ranking positions being given to wealthy Patrons (who will often delegate the actual duties involved).