Masters of the darkest secrets and most frightening powers, Necromancers are a silent yet ever present force in Gaianar, and their influence is vast – even beyond the veil of Death itself. Necromancers delight in the knowledge of Life and Death, and they gain their strength from intensive study of the very power of Life and the spirit itself. However, their profession is often misunderstood – many assume that all Necromancers are fiends who raise Undead legions and terrorize the lands. This is an unfair statement, but it is true that neutral-aligned Necromancers must avoid the temptations of terrible and ghastly power as they walk where most mortals fear to tread.
Necromancers may learn their skills in reclusive schools or from fanatical cults, but they always study in small numbers and far from the watchful eyes of zealots who would seek to destroy them. In most civilized realms, Necromancy is discouraged, despite the fact that the knowledge that comes with the profession is not inherently evil. Unfortunately, some Necromancers turn to darkness as their power grows, and thus the ignorant and fearful are inclined to judge them all by the actions of the minority.
Most Necromancers are at home with nature and share somewhat of a kinship with Rangers; they both avoid civilization, though for different reasons. Additionally, Death is merely a part of Life, and thus a young Necromancer must first understand Life before venturing beyond its boundaries. While learning their skills, many Necromancers will travel with Barbarians, Rangers or other wild-men, and it is common for Necromancers to gain their first understanding of supernatural forces by watching a tribal Shaman perform his ceremonies. Despite this, Necromancers have very little faith as a group, since their routine studies of Life and Death make any god or afterlife irrelevant.