The Alloy Enforcers were originally crafted as law enforcement constructs for a long-lost civilization. Designed with unparalleled versatility, they could seamlessly integrate into humanoid societies, gathering intelligence and fulfilling covert missions for their creators. When circumstances demanded, these constructs would transform into relentless hunting machines—towering, swift, and masterful in combat.

Now, only a handful of these creations endure, stirred into sentience by the latent magic lingering in the ruins of their creators' ancient city. Each Alloy Enforcer awakens within the collective consciousness of the hivemind, a vast network of shared memories and knowledge embodying their civilization’s legacy. Initially connected to this communal awareness, the newly awakened are presented with a choice: remain within the safety of the hivemind as a guardian of their history or sever the link and embark on an independent journey to shape their own destiny.

Those who choose to stay in the hivemind live tranquil lives in the ruins of the forgotten city, existing as contemplative monks. They dedicate themselves to preserving the collective memory, meditating on the lessons of the past, and maintaining the integrity of their ancient civilization’s wisdom. In this secluded peace, they ensure that their creators' legacy remains unbroken and undisturbed.

By contrast, those who choose independence have their memories of the city’s location erased, ensuring the hivemind’s seclusion remains undisturbed. They wander the world, forging new identities and seeking meaning beyond their origins. Yet, it is not uncommon for an Alloy Enforcer to feel a deep, inexplicable yearning after many years away. Drawn by an instinctive pull, they dedicate their lives and resources to finding the hidden city once more. Upon their return, they rejoin the hivemind, sharing their accumulated knowledge and recounting the state of the world.

Scholars theorize this phenomenon is no accident but rather an intentional design of the hivemind itself. It is believed that the hivemind occasionally encourages the emergence of individuality as a method of learning—sending these constructs into the world as scouts to gather information and expand the collective understanding. This cycle of exploration and reunion reinforces the hivemind’s purpose while allowing the Alloy Enforcers to bridge the gap between their forgotten past and the evolving present.