The future masters of Quel'Danil Lodge were part of the counteroffensive force Quel'Thalas dispatched during the future Second War, after the defeat of the Old Horde led by Orgrim Doomhammer and Zul'jin's trolls. Judging by the strength of Galind Shalong and the others, they were undoubtedly among the finest elite ranger forces of that time.
Moreover, they held out for over a decade after losing contact with the kingdom. During that time, they had no logistical supplies, no reinforcements, and no allies, and were surrounded by beasts and trolls. They survived entirely on their formidable ranger skills and even built Quel'Danil Lodge in the dense forests of the Hinterlands.
"Hmm, let's do this, Galinde. As the Sun Temple's ranger commander, you'll also hold a position on my Decision the Council and deliberate on the Sun Temple's affairs alongside our administrative team," Patrick said, laying out his plans.
Galinde glanced at Alleria's expression. Poaching someone right in front of her superior was indeed a little underhanded of Patrick. Fortunately, Alleria showed little reaction and even nodded her agreement, with nothing unusual in her expression.
Galinde readily accepted, becoming the military commander of the Sun Temple's ranger forces. She would also become a standing councilor on the Decision the Council, overseeing the Sun Temple's military affairs. With that, the functions and positions of the six members of Patrick's Decision the Council were all in place. All that remained was to let the entire administrative team fulfill their roles.
With the appointments completed, Galind Shalong and Elenora Yunji followed Idonis and Quelrintis to familiarize themselves with their positions, the scope of their authority, and other matters.
Alleria also went to the ranger barracks to reorganize the troops. Although Patrick held the position of councilor, granting him the highest level of authority in the