The Old Wall

The Old Wall is the subject of a well known conspiracy theory in some of Nexus' City States. Accounts vary widely on the nature, scope, size, and power of what is believed to be a clandestine organization, that may be hundreds, or thousands, of years old.

Possible Historical Origins
Throughout history, several groups have taken on the name The Old Wall. Most have proven to be mundane, such as taverns or local landmarks, and are generally dismissed by conspiracy theorists as unrelated. Many theorists agree, however, that the group which would go on to become the modern Old Wall was a semi-famous adventuring party, and later guild, based in a small keep named The Old Wall.

Guild
The Old Wall was a mercenary group, self styled as 'freelance adventurers' which operated from approximately 2 c.e. to 37 c.e. before officially disbanding, though some tales place this as late as 56-60 c.e. Conspiracy theorists believe that the group was not disbanded, but rather shifted their focus from public mercenary work, to private clandestine missions.

Clandestine Assassins
The Old Wall is believed to have expanded massively from it's former status as a small band of mercenaries following it's disappearance from the public eye. Theorists speculate that, over the course of several decades (or centuries), the Old Wall merged with, or assimilated, many previously existing clandestine groups. Including thieves and assassins guilds, spy rings, and, according to some, ninja clans, vampiric covens, and paladin orders. Theorists are unable to agree on what, if any, goals the Old Wall had at this time, though world domination is a popular suggestion.

Modern Interpretation
In modern times, it's believed that The Old Wall is a powerful shadow government, puppeteering many of the world's City States, most notably J/A/C and Steelhelm. Accounts of what their goals may be remain vague, and sometimes contradictory, with some believing they desire world domination, other's claiming they've already achieved it in secret. The Old Wall is sometimes blamed for disasters, both natural and man-made, utilizing magic and/or technology far beyond the current scope of Nexus.