Kaardikoda

Kaardikoda is a term that originates from the fictional universe of Valoran, which is the setting for the popular multiplayer online battle arena game League of Legends. In the context of the game's lore, Kaardikoda refers to the punishers, a group of people who were once caregivers tasked with protecting the Elder Fae but were corrupted and took on the role of punishers instead. The name is derived from the words "kaard" and "koda", which are associated with the institutions of caregivers and the pre-existing order in Valoran, respectively.

The Kaardikoda are a key part of the Caitlyn the Sheriff's storyline in League of Legends. They are a faction that disputes Caitlyn's actions and motives, ultimately leading to her strained relationship with her peers. The punishment faction serves as a foil to the ideas of compassion, control, and the efficiency of the system that the caregivers embody. The Kaardikoda represents the tension and dialectics between the rules and strict control, and the emotions and desperate need for nuance.

Throughout the game's narrative, the Kaardikoda are depicted as fiercely dedicated protectors, deterring others from engaging in acts that stray from or violate the law. However, in doing so, they push certain extremes, inviting rivalry and resentment from those whose perspectives do not match their own and lead various contentious struggles.