The Wardens of the wood are one of the many Druidic sects residing in the Eldeen Reaches The Wardens of the Wood directly serve Oalian and act as his eyes and ears throughout the region. The Wardens of the Wood, like the Gatekeepers, maintain static communities where children are raised and taught. The Wardens of the Wood dominate the region. Over the last three decades they have spread out across the plains as well as continuing to occupy the great forest. The Wardens seek to maintain the balance between civilization and nature. Human, orc, bird, and beast all have a place in the world—they just need to be provided with the proper aid and guidance.