Amongst the most dangerous and fanatical of the Ardent are the Wardens, those Dweghom who have taken it upon themselves to protect their Holds from those dangers that might arise from the primordial Depths. Giving their lives over to an endless cycle of conflict and violence, these warriors have made combat a way of life, relishing the opportunity to fight on the surface. Be they shield-bearing warriors or ballistae specialists, when one encounters unranked Hold Warriors, he will mostly be facing hardened veterans who have devoted their life to military service. The small percentage who are not lifelong servicemen, however, trade battlefield experience for ambition and ruthlessness, making them just as dangerous on the field of battle.