The Templars are the Assassins' greatest enemies. They believe humanity needs order, structure, and control to prevent chaos and conflict.
Rather than simply destroying society, Templars usually attempt to influence it from within. They infiltrate governments, noble families, armies, religious institutions, merchant organizations, and other centers of power.
A Templar may be a respected noble, military commander, merchant, scholar, or political adviser. Their membership in the Order is usually kept secret.
Templars do not necessarily consider themselves evil. Many genuinely believe that controlling powerful institutions and guiding humanity toward stability is necessary for peace.