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{{Quotation|[[Shiv]]|The Baxter Society | {{Quotation|[[Shiv]]|The Baxter Society saved my life, and now I'm gonna save yours.||Shiv_select_06.mp3}} | ||
'''The Baxter Society''' is a well-known international monster hunting organization. | '''The Baxter Society''' is a well-known international monster hunting organization. | ||
== | == Overview == | ||
The Baxter Society was formed sometime after the [[Maelstrom|First Maelstrom]], with {{HeroIcon|Grey Talon}} as one of the founding members. The society has been operating for over 40 years, hunting monsters across the globe.<ref name=":0">{{PageRef|name=Grey Talon}}'s background: ''"A founding member of "The Baxter Society", Wesley Grey Talon spent close to 40 years hunting monsters that preyed on man before finally deciding to find a replacement and lay down his bow."''</ref> Currently, {{PageRef|name=Shiv}} is the only named active Baxter Society member, with Grey Talon and {{HeroIcon|Calico}} being former members. | The Baxter Society was formed sometime after the [[Maelstrom|First Maelstrom]], with {{HeroIcon|Grey Talon}} as one of the founding members. The society has been operating for over 40 years, hunting monsters across the globe.<ref name=":0">{{PageRef|name=Grey Talon}}'s background: ''"A founding member of "The Baxter Society", Wesley Grey Talon spent close to 40 years hunting monsters that preyed on man before finally deciding to find a replacement and lay down his bow."''</ref> Currently, {{PageRef|name=Shiv}} is the only named active Baxter Society member, with Grey Talon and {{HeroIcon|Calico}} being former members. | ||
Instead of hunting all [[magical creatures]], the Baxter Society specifically hunts monsters that prey on humanity.<ref name=":0" /> This can extend to hunting humans, as Grey Talon mentions that the society likely would have hunted {{PageRef|name=Lady Geist}} if they knew about her deal with [[Oathkeeper]].<ref>{{ConvoCite|hero1=Grey Talon|hero2=Lady Geist|number=3}}</ref> It's also mentioned that, while they currently aren't hunting | Instead of hunting all [[magical creatures]], the Baxter Society specifically hunts monsters that prey on humanity.<ref name=":0" /> This can extend to hunting humans, as Grey Talon mentions that the society likely would have hunted {{PageRef|name=Lady Geist}} if they knew about her deal with [[Oathkeeper]].<ref>{{ConvoCite|hero1=Grey Talon|hero2=Lady Geist|number=3}}</ref> It's also mentioned that, while they currently aren't hunting him, the Baxter Society would likely hunt down {{PageRef|name=Seven}}.<ref>{{ConvoCite|hero1=Grey Talon|hero2=Seven|number=1|hero_quote1=Grey Talon|quote1=If I was still in the Baxter Society, they would probably ask me to hunt you down.}}</ref> The Baxter Society have been hunting {{PageRef|name=Drifter}} for years, but have been unsuccessful at killing him.<ref>{{PageRef|name=Grey Talon}}'s in-game [[Grey Talon/Quotes#Enemies|voice line]] (killed Drifter): ''"Finally..."''</ref><ref>{{PageRef|name=Drifter}}'s in-game [[Drifter/Quotes#Enemies|voice line]] (killed Grey Talon): ''"I waited a long time to kill you, Wesley."''</ref><ref>{{PageRef|name=Silver}}'s in-game [[Silver/Quotes#Enemies|voice line]] (killed Drifter): ''"I did what the Baxter Society couldn't."''</ref> | ||
The members of the Baxter Society don't get paid to hunt monsters. The lack of payment was why Calico left the society to pursue the well-paid life of an assassin.<ref>{{PageRef|name=Calico}}'s background: ''"Once a decorated member of The Baxter Society, Calico left the august order once she realized that killing monsters for free was less profitable than killing people for money."''</ref> It's implied that Calico left the society before Shiv joined.<ref>{{PageRef|name=Calico}}'s in-game [[Calico/Quotes#Enemies|voice line]] (killed Shiv): ''"You're the best Wesley could find?"''</ref> | The members of the Baxter Society don't get paid to hunt monsters. The lack of payment was why Calico left the society to pursue the well-paid life of an assassin.<ref>{{PageRef|name=Calico}}'s background: ''"Once a decorated member of The Baxter Society, Calico left the august order once she realized that killing monsters for free was less profitable than killing people for money."''</ref> It's implied that Calico left the society before Shiv joined.<ref>{{PageRef|name=Calico}}'s in-game [[Calico/Quotes#Enemies|voice line]] (killed Shiv): ''"You're the best Wesley could find?"''</ref> | ||
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The Baxter Society have a friendly rivalry with the [[Venator|Venators of St. Benedict]].<ref>{{PageRef|name=Grey Talon}}'s in-game [[Grey Talon/Quotes#Removed/Unused Voice Lines|voice line]] (Killed Venator): ''"So much for a friendly rivalry..."''</ref> | The Baxter Society have a friendly rivalry with the [[Venator|Venators of St. Benedict]].<ref>{{PageRef|name=Grey Talon}}'s in-game [[Grey Talon/Quotes#Removed/Unused Voice Lines|voice line]] (Killed Venator): ''"So much for a friendly rivalry..."''</ref> | ||
According to Grey Talon, members of the society who are killed in action are often found | According to Grey Talon, the bodies of members of the society who are killed in action are often found in Portugal or Denmark.<ref>{{ConvoCite|hero1=Grey Talon|hero2=Lash|number=2|hero_quote1=Grey Talon|quote1=Your unorthodox tactics work 100% of the time... until they don't. And then your brothers find your skinless corpse in a retention pond in Portugal or Denmark. It's always Portugal or Denmark.}}</ref> | ||
{{PageRef|name=Billy}} believes the Baxter Society never hunted any real monsters.<ref>{{ConvoCite|hero1=Grey Talon|hero2=Billy|number=2|hero_quote1=Billy|quote1=I bet the Baxter Society never killed any real monsters. It was all a bunch of smoke and mirrors for publicity.}}</ref> | {{PageRef|name=Billy}} believes the Baxter Society never hunted any real monsters.<ref>{{ConvoCite|hero1=Grey Talon|hero2=Billy|number=2|hero_quote1=Billy|quote1=I bet the Baxter Society never killed any real monsters. It was all a bunch of smoke and mirrors for publicity.}}</ref> | ||
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== Trivia == | == Trivia == | ||
* All 3 known members of the Baxter Society have a prosthetic right arm. | * All 3 known members of the Baxter Society have a prosthetic right arm. | ||
* Originally, all the known members were parents.<ref>{{BackgroundCite|name=Grey Talon|quote=Grey Talon’s duties had meant that he never spent much time with his wife and kid}}</ref><ref>{{VoiceLineCite|name=Calico|file=calico_unselect_07.mp3|transcription=It's like I told my son, you are free to make all the horrible decisions you'd like.}}</ref> A reference to Shiv being a father was removed in the [[Old Gods, New Blood]] update.<ref>[[Sapphire Flame]] in-game [[:File:Patron female ally shiv start 03.mp3|voice line]] ''- "You've been many things, Shiv. A brigand, a father, a killer. But if you summon me, I'll make you a king."''</ref> | * Originally, all the known members were described as parents.<ref>{{BackgroundCite|name=Grey Talon|quote=Grey Talon’s duties had meant that he never spent much time with his wife and kid}}</ref><ref>{{VoiceLineCite|name=Calico|file=calico_unselect_07.mp3|transcription=It's like I told my son, you are free to make all the horrible decisions you'd like.}}</ref> A reference to Shiv being a father was removed in the [[Old Gods, New Blood]] update.<ref>[[Sapphire Flame]] in-game [[:File:Patron female ally shiv start 03.mp3|voice line]] ''- "You've been many things, Shiv. A brigand, a father, a killer. But if you summon me, I'll make you a king."''</ref> | ||
== Removed Lore == | |||
Calico mentions that the Baxter Society would eventually hunt down {{HeroIcon|Fathom}}.<ref>{{VoiceLineCite|name=Calico|file=nano_kill_slork_01.mp3|context=(killed Fathom)|transcription=If I didn't kill him, the Baxter Society would have eventually.}}</ref> | |||
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Latest revision as of 03:15, 10 August 2026
“— Shiv
The Baxter Society is a well-known international monster hunting organization.
Overview
[edit | edit source]The Baxter Society was formed sometime after the First Maelstrom, with 
Grey Talon as one of the founding members. The society has been operating for over 40 years, hunting monsters across the globe.[1] Currently, 
Shiv is the only named active Baxter Society member, with Grey Talon and 
Calico being former members.
Instead of hunting all magical creatures, the Baxter Society specifically hunts monsters that prey on humanity.[1] This can extend to hunting humans, as Grey Talon mentions that the society likely would have hunted 
Lady Geist if they knew about her deal with Oathkeeper.[2] It's also mentioned that, while they currently aren't hunting him, the Baxter Society would likely hunt down 
Seven.[3] The Baxter Society have been hunting 
Drifter for years, but have been unsuccessful at killing him.[4][5][6]
The members of the Baxter Society don't get paid to hunt monsters. The lack of payment was why Calico left the society to pursue the well-paid life of an assassin.[7] It's implied that Calico left the society before Shiv joined.[8]
Grey Talon, while retired, is still heavily respected by the Baxter Society.[9] His dedication to the society resulted in books being made about his life and earning him a reputation as a "legend".[10][11] His dedication to his work, however, meant he was often away from home, which meant he missed watching his son grow up.[12] Refusing to make the same mistake for his grandkids, Grey Talon retired after roughly 40 years of service.[13] When he retired, Grey Talon was said to have more confirmed kills than anyone else in the Baxter Society.[14]
Shiv was chosen by Grey Talon as his replacement.[15][16] Due to his criminal background, the other members of the Baxter Society don't trust or respect Shiv.[17][18] Shiv worries that the Baxter Society would eventually turn on him.[19] Shiv has been sent to the ritual on behalf of the Baxter Society,[20][21] and hopes that he can prove his worth to them and Grey Talon by hunting the Patrons.[22][23]
Holliday is disappointed that the Baxter Society isn't hunting the Troubadour. Shiv says the Society is dealing with their own problems, which could potentially be more dangerous than the Troubadour.[24] He also invites Holliday to join the Society if she manages to kill the Troubadour.[25]
The Baxter Society owns a manor house, which seems to be their main base of operations. Once, a member of the Paradox Organisation tried to break into the manor house, but was caught. 
Paradox wants Grey Talon to get her into the manor house.[26]
At some point, the Society had to intervene at the Baroness Hotel, which 
The Doorman was grateful for.[27]
The Baxter Society have a friendly rivalry with the Venators of St. Benedict.[28]
According to Grey Talon, the bodies of members of the society who are killed in action are often found in Portugal or Denmark.[29]
Billy believes the Baxter Society never hunted any real monsters.[30]
Members
[edit | edit source]- Grey Talon - Founding member, now retired
- Shiv - Member
- Calico - Former member
Trivia
[edit | edit source]- All 3 known members of the Baxter Society have a prosthetic right arm.
- Originally, all the known members were described as parents.[31][32] A reference to Shiv being a father was removed in the Old Gods, New Blood update.[33]
Removed Lore
[edit | edit source]Calico mentions that the Baxter Society would eventually hunt down 
Fathom.[34]
References
[edit | edit source]- ↑ 1.0 1.1 Grey Talon's background: "A founding member of "The Baxter Society", Wesley Grey Talon spent close to 40 years hunting monsters that preyed on man before finally deciding to find a replacement and lay down his bow."
- ↑ Grey Talon And Lady Geist Conversation 3
- ↑ Grey Talon And Seven Conversation 1 - "If I was still in the Baxter Society, they would probably ask me to hunt you down."
- ↑ Grey Talon's in-game voice line (killed Drifter): "Finally..."
- ↑ Drifter's in-game voice line (killed Grey Talon): "I waited a long time to kill you, Wesley."
- ↑
Silver's in-game voice line (killed Drifter): "I did what the Baxter Society couldn't."
- ↑ Calico's background: "Once a decorated member of The Baxter Society, Calico left the august order once she realized that killing monsters for free was less profitable than killing people for money."
- ↑ Calico's in-game voice line (killed Shiv): "You're the best Wesley could find?"
- ↑ Grey Talon And Viscous Conversation 2
- ↑ Grey Talon And Paige Conversation 2
- ↑ Grey Talon's other character interactions
- ↑ The Doorman's in-game voice line (taunt Grey Talon): "How many moments of their lives did you miss because you were too busy? Because you were traveling for work, because your calling was important and your family would be there when you return?"
- ↑ Grey Talon's background: "Grey Talon's duties had meant that he never spent much time with his wife and kid, and now that his son had started a family of his own he realized that this was his last chance to reconnect with the people he loved."
- ↑ Grey Talon And Wraith Conversation 2
- ↑ Grey Talon's in-game voice line (killed Shiv): "It seems I chose my replacement poorly."
- ↑ Shiv And Holliday Conversation 1 - "So you're with the Baxter Society?" - "Hand picked by the old man himself."
- ↑ Shiv's background: "While his less polished nature and criminal past make some of the more traditional members of the Society wary, no one can deny his effectiveness."
- ↑ Shiv And Abrams Conversation 1
- ↑
The Archmother's in-game voice line (Shiv start): "You found a new family in the Baxter Society, and now you fear them turning on you… but if you complete the ritual the archmother can ensure that never happens."
- ↑ Shiv's in-game voice line (select) - "The Baxter Society sent me."
- ↑ The Archmother's in-game voice line (Shiv start): "The Baxter Society is counting on you, Shiv. Don't fail your brothers."
- ↑ Shiv's in-game voice line (Pre-Game Ping): "I'll prove to the old man that I'm worthy."
- ↑ Shiv's in-game voice line (Post-Game Ping): "Think the Baxter Society's gonna be lookin' at me different, now!"
- ↑ Shiv And Holliday Conversation 2
- ↑ Shiv And Holliday Conversation 3
- ↑ Grey Talon And Paradox Conversation 2
- ↑ Grey Talon And The Doorman Conversation 2 - "[The Baroness has] been running smoothly since the Baxter Society's intervention."
- ↑ Grey Talon's in-game voice line (Killed Venator): "So much for a friendly rivalry..."
- ↑ Grey Talon And Lash Conversation 2 - "Your unorthodox tactics work 100% of the time... until they don't. And then your brothers find your skinless corpse in a retention pond in Portugal or Denmark. It's always Portugal or Denmark."
- ↑ Grey Talon And Billy Conversation 2 - "I bet the Baxter Society never killed any real monsters. It was all a bunch of smoke and mirrors for publicity."
- ↑ Grey Talon's backstory - "Grey Talon’s duties had meant that he never spent much time with his wife and kid"
- ↑ Calico's in-game voice line - "It's like I told my son, you are free to make all the horrible decisions you'd like."
- ↑ Sapphire Flame in-game voice line - "You've been many things, Shiv. A brigand, a father, a killer. But if you summon me, I'll make you a king."
- ↑ Calico's in-game voice line (killed Fathom) - "If I didn't kill him, the Baxter Society would have eventually."
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