The Silk Dominion first emerged as a sinister cabal of sorcerers, notorious for their mastery of enchantment. Their ambition was to bind and control the realms, enslaving all through their dark magic. However, their malevolent designs were ultimately thwarted by the hero Aveline Stormcrow, who shattered their organization and brought an end to their reign of terror.

For centuries afterward, the Dominion was nothing more than a cautionary tale, a whispered warning of forgotten evils. Yet, they have since re-emerged, seemingly reborn from the ashes of their past. They are now led by a charismatic figure who claims direct lineage from the ancient sorcerer-artisan, Redevus.

Publicly, the Dominion presents a new, benevolent face to the world, operating as a philanthropic guild dedicated to the arts and the preservation of history. They claim to atone for the sins of their predecessors, generously funding libraries, sponsoring artisans, and protecting historical sites. This meticulous facade has successfully earned them widespread public trust and admiration.

However, beneath this veneer of goodwill lies their true, dark agenda. They recently recruited Damaan Gerault, a con artist wielding wild magic from a gateway shard. The Dominion believes his chaotic power is undeniable proof of his fabled ancestry, making him the key to finding Redevus's lost artifacts.

Currently, the Silk Dominion is active and expanding its influence under the guise of a benevolent artists' guild. Damaan Gerault's recruitment has greatly accelerated their quest for Redevus's ancient treasures. They are cleverly using the chaos surrounding the reactivated Bukhara Spire Gateways to conceal their illicit operations from the world's unsuspecting heroes.