Order of the New Circle

First Appearance and Context

The Order of the New Circle is first mentioned during a kitchen conversation among avout, when Fraa Orolo invokes “those who have learned so much from the New Circle and the Reformed Old Faanians.” It is later named in full when Fraa Corlandin, the First Among Equals, speaks with a Tenner in the Refectory ahead of Eliger. In historical context within the concent, avout recall that after the Third Sack two‑thirds of the Edharian order were moved to other concents to make room for a New Circle and a Reformed Old Faanite chapter.

Roles/Actions and Affiliations

The Order of the New Circle is a recognized order within a Concent. It is led by a First Among Equals, recruits Tenners who choose it at Eliger, and maintains the New Circle Chapter House in‑concent. In everyday speech avout refer to it simply as “the New Circle.” Members are seen organizing communal participation as Apert closes (for example, rehearsing a carol for the evening gathering).

Relationships

• Often paired in mention with the Reformed Old Faanians; the two are treated as counterpart currents in casual talk.
• Current FAE: Fraa Corlandin, who courteously sounds out prospective members.
• A notable member, Suur Trestanas, serves as Warden Regulant. Rumor within the concent holds that a liaison with Corlandin continued after her appointment; this is reported as rumor, not as settled fact.

Descriptions/Characteristics

No formal doctrine, founders, or distinctive garb have been described in the text so far. Some teachers attribute to “fraas of the New Circle” a view that matters of beauty or taste may be “in the eye of the beholder,” but this is framed as their characterization rather than policy.

Current Status/Location

Active in the community. The order maintains its chapter house within the concent, is visible during Apert preparations, and continues to recruit and receive vows at Eliger under the leadership of its FAE.