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[[File:Spiral Warden-Sprite3.png|thumb|right|A warden guarding [[Haven]].]]
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Spiral Wardens are specially-equipped knights who stand guard outside the towns of Cradle.  
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The '''{{PAGENAME}}''' is a type of [[NPC]].
  
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== Description ==
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== Appearance ==
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Spiral Wardens are stationed at every town established by Spiral Knights. They act as guardians and - in the depths of the Clockworks - are responsible for preventing inexperienced knights from venturing deeper than they should. Heavily armoured, they are an imposing sight at the entrance to the subtowns of [[Moorcroft Manor]] and [[Emberlight]], and even [[Haven]] itself.  
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Most NPCs of this type are tall [[knights]] wearing thick, dark blue [[:File:Lockdown Classes.png|Guardian]]-like armor with a banner displaying the insignia of Spiral Knights, and a special [[Warden Helm]] with a white [[mohawk]]. Others wear gear similar to [[Azure Guardian Helm|Azure Guardian]]. All carry a shield and a sword similar to the [[Leviathan Blade]], befitting their role as guardians.  
  
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In their role as gatekeepers, Spiral Wardens are also stationed at the [[Hall of Heroes]] with Lieutenant Barrus.  
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==Notes==
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Spiral Wardens are stationed near the entrance of every [[town]] on friendly terms with [[Spiral HQ]]. As part of their role as gatekeepers, two wardens are always stationed in the [[Hall of Heroes]] with [[Barrus]].
  
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A Spiral Warden is posted at the depth 23 Clockwork Terminal, as the Shadow Lairs are accessible from there. However, this Warden's role is a passive one, informing knights rather than restricting them.  
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[[Trojan]]s and the more equine Spiral Wardens have a similar appearance. Events that transpire during the {{mission|The Silent Legion}} with [[Arkus]] indicate that some trojans could be the result of knights who descended into a dark, unreasoning mental state. Other trojans seem to reside in [[The Return of Ur|other worlds]] until summoned to the Clockworks.
  
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Spiral Wardens are similar in appearance to [[Trojan]]s, with equine helms and massive cobalt armor reflecting their Guardian role. Spiral Wardens stationed below Emberlight are still equipped with the Mighty Cobalt Armor.
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===Subtown Gatekeepers===
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[[File:Spiral Warden-Barrier.png|thumb|right|Tier access Force Field comparison.]]
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== Tier access ==
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Upon reaching a [[subtown]], knights will encounter a Spiral Warden guarding the entrance to the town and next Tier. In order to pass, a knight must have a [[Hall of Heroes#Star Certification|Star Certification]] corresponding to the minimum recommended star value of that Tier.
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Upon reaching a [[subtown]], the player will encounter a Spiral Warden standing next to a [[Exploration#Force Field|force field]]. In order to further explore the area, the player must have [[Hall of Heroes#Star Certification|star certification]] from Barrus.
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[[File:Spiral_Warden-Barrier.png|thumb|350px|Spiral Wardens on guard outside subtowns prevent inexperienced knights from venturing deeper than they should. Left, access granted; right, access denied.]]
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If the player has not been granted access to that [[Tier]], the barrier will be pink and prevent progress. If the player is certified, the barrier is blue and the player can pass through it freely.
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=== History ===
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This type of NPC has been in the game since {{release|2011-04-04}} when the game officially launched.  
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While the Spiral Warden has always carried the same large sword, they all formerly wore the same gear and were not as tall.{{fn|http://wiki.spiralknights.com/File:Spiral_Warden.png}} The appearance of several wardens was updated to the more equine form with release {{???}}.
  
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The Spiral Warden stands before a coloured [[Exploration|force field]]. If a knight has not yet been granted access to that [[Tier]], the force field will be red and prevent any passage; when granted access, the force field will be blue and provide no obstacle.
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Spiral Wardens were once responsible for granting tier clearance to the player, depending on a number of different requirements based on experience. This progression mechanic is now managed by Barrus.
  
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In order to pass through Moorcroft Manor, a knight must have 2-Star Certification, and a Spiral Warden will not allow knights into Emberlight if they do not have a 4-star Certification or higher.
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==List==
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The following list is by date of release when in default. "Type" is colloquial. Only significant wardens (characters with specialized dialogue) are listed here. As with other types of NPCs, there are several miscellaneous wardens the player may encounter, most of which are located in the Hall of Heroes.
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{{NPCList/Start}}
  
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If the Spiral Warden denies a knight access to a subtown, they must return to [[Haven]]. Knights can speak with the Spiral Warden to find out what they need to achieve in order to be granted access.
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{{NPCList
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|name        = Nameless
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|disambigfix = Spiral Warden (Moorcroft Manor)
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|type        = Equine
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|role        = Guardian
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|location    = [[Moorcroft Manor]]
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|notes      = Introduced with {{release|2011-04-04}}. <br><br> A warden guarding the entrance to [[Moorcroft Manor]].
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}}
  
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== History ==
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{{NPCList
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Spiral Wardens were once responsible for granting "Tier clearance" to knights, depending upon a number of difference experience-based requirements. Tier access now depends on Star Clearance, which is awarded by [[Barrus|Lieutenant Barrus]].
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|name        = Nameless
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|disambigfix = Spiral Warden (Emberlight)
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|type        = Equine
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|role        = Guardian
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|location    = [[Emberlight]]
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|notes      = Introduced with release {{release|2011-04-04}}. <br><br> A warden guarding the entrance to [[Emberlight]].
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}}
  
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While they have always carried Leviathan Blades, Spiral Wardens formerly wore a unique set of gear similar to the [[Azure Guardian Helmet]] and [[Mighty Cobalt Armor]] with a distinct tabard. The shield carried was no less than an [[Aegis]].
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{{NPCList
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|name        = Nameless
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[[Image:Spiral Warden.png|thumb|350px|right|The Spiral Warden stands in front of access to the elevator down in both Moorcroft Manor and Emberlight.  If you have not yet been granted access to that tier, the force field will be red and locked to you (left); when you are granted access, the force field will be blue and unlocked for your entry (right).]]
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|disambigfix = Spiral Warden (D23 Clockwork Terminal)
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|type        = Azure
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|role        = Informant
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|location    = [[Clockwork Terminal]] (Depth 23)
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|notes      = Introduced with {{release|2011-10-19}}. <br><br> Provides information about [[Shadow Lair]]s.
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}}
  
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== Known Wardens ==
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{{NPCList
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[[image:Spiral_Warden_Virgil-Mugshot.png|thumb|left|150px|Spiral Warden Virgil north of the Rescue Camp]] Only Spiral Warden Virgil, on guard north of the Rescue Camp, is known by name. He warns new recruits about the danger ahead, and while there are no restrictions upon recruits, Virgil effectively guards the only available entrance to the Clockworks. <!-- Trivia: At the beginning of Dante's <i>Inferno</i>, the poet <b>Virgil</b> rescued the wandering author before the river Acheron, and would be his guide during his descent through the Inferno (i.e. the nine circles of Hell). See Dante's <i>The Divine Comedy</i>. -->
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|name        = Nameless
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|disambigfix = Spiral Warden (Hall of Heroes)
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|type        = Equine
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|role        = Guardian
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|location    = [[Hall of Heroes]]
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|notes      = A warden stationed within the Hall of Heroes. Players can enter the building from the [[Haven Garrison]], but will be unable to pass this warden until they reach [[Player Rank|rank]] 4-1.
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}}
  
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== Trivia ==
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{{NPCList
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The Spiral Warden helmet appears to be a great helm in the shape of a horse's head, with a [[Mohawk|Divine Mohawk]].
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|name        = Virgil
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|type        = Equine
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|role        = Informant
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|location    = [[Rescue Camp]]
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|notes      = Introduced with {{release|2012-05-09}}. <br><br> Expresses concern about crossing the chasm and powering the rescue camp.
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}}
  
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The armour appears to be a Cobalt set of heavy Guardian armour, much like the specialised set used in [[Lockdown]] battles.
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{{NPCList
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|name        = Nameless
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|disambigfix = Spiral Warden (Winged)
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|type        = Azure
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|role        = Combat Ally
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|location    = [[Crash Site]] <br> [[Rescue Camp]]
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|notes      = Introduced with {{release|2013-12-11}}.
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}}
  
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Spiral Wardens carry [[Leviathan Blade]]s.
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{{NPCList
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|name        = Guardian Knight
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|type        = Equine
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|role        = Guardian
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|location    = {{mission|Crossing the Chasm}}
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|notes      = A warden guarding the entrance to the [[Town Square]].
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}}
  
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{{Table/End}}
  
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<gallery caption="Spiral Wardens on guard throughout Haven and Cradle" heights=150px widths=230px perrow=3>
 
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image:Spiral_Warden-Sprite3.png| Guarding the entrance to Haven
 
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image:Spiral_Warden2.png| Stationed in the Hall of Heroes
 
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image:Spiral_Warden.png| Spiral Warden of yore.
 
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image:Spiral_Warden_Virgil1.png| Spiral Warden Virgil
 
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</gallery>
 
 
== See Also ==
 
== See Also ==
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*[[Barrus]]
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{{NPC see also}}
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*[[Subtown]]
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*[[Hall of Heroes]]
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[[Category:Terminology]]
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Latest revision as of 08:23, 10 April 2020

A warden guarding Haven.

The Spiral Warden is a type of NPC.

Appearance

Most NPCs of this type are tall knights wearing thick, dark blue Guardian-like armor with a banner displaying the insignia of Spiral Knights, and a special Warden Helm with a white mohawk. Others wear gear similar to Azure Guardian. All carry a shield and a sword similar to the Leviathan Blade, befitting their role as guardians.

Notes

Spiral Wardens are stationed near the entrance of every town on friendly terms with Spiral HQ. As part of their role as gatekeepers, two wardens are always stationed in the Hall of Heroes with Barrus.

Trojans and the more equine Spiral Wardens have a similar appearance. Events that transpire during the 9-1 Interface-icon-PvE.png Mission: The Silent Legion with Arkus indicate that some trojans could be the result of knights who descended into a dark, unreasoning mental state. Other trojans seem to reside in other worlds until summoned to the Clockworks.

Subtown Gatekeepers

Tier access Force Field comparison.
Main article: Hall of Heroes

Upon reaching a subtown, the player will encounter a Spiral Warden standing next to a force field. In order to further explore the area, the player must have star certification from Barrus.

If the player has not been granted access to that Tier, the barrier will be pink and prevent progress. If the player is certified, the barrier is blue and the player can pass through it freely.

History

This type of NPC has been in the game since release 2011-04-04 when the game officially launched.

While the Spiral Warden has always carried the same large sword, they all formerly wore the same gear and were not as tall.[1] The appearance of several wardens was updated to the more equine form with release ???.

Spiral Wardens were once responsible for granting tier clearance to the player, depending on a number of different requirements based on experience. This progression mechanic is now managed by Barrus.

List

The following list is by date of release when in default. "Type" is colloquial. Only significant wardens (characters with specialized dialogue) are listed here. As with other types of NPCs, there are several miscellaneous wardens the player may encounter, most of which are located in the Hall of Heroes.

Name Visual Type Role Location Notes
Nameless Spiral Warden (Moorcroft Manor)-Mugshot.png Equine Guardian Moorcroft Manor Introduced with release 2011-04-04.

A warden guarding the entrance to Moorcroft Manor.
Nameless Spiral Warden (Emberlight)-Mugshot.png Equine Guardian Emberlight Introduced with release release 2011-04-04.

A warden guarding the entrance to Emberlight.
Nameless Spiral Warden (D23 Clockwork Terminal)-Mugshot.png Azure Informant Clockwork Terminal (Depth 23) Introduced with release 2011-10-19.

Provides information about Shadow Lairs.
Nameless Spiral Warden (Hall of Heroes)-Mugshot.png Equine Guardian Hall of Heroes A warden stationed within the Hall of Heroes. Players can enter the building from the Haven Garrison, but will be unable to pass this warden until they reach rank 4-1.
Virgil Virgil-Mugshot.png Equine Informant Rescue Camp Introduced with release 2012-05-09.

Expresses concern about crossing the chasm and powering the rescue camp.
Nameless Spiral Warden (Winged)-Mugshot.png Azure Combat Ally Crash Site
Rescue Camp 		Introduced with release 2013-12-11.
Guardian Knight Guardian Knight-Mugshot.png Equine Guardian 1-4 Interface-icon-PvE.png Mission: Crossing the Chasm A warden guarding the entrance to the Town Square.

See Also

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