Black Watch

The Black Watch protected the Gardens of Life and the Ellcrys.

Wore sleek black uniforms and tall black hats, all with red trim.

They had stood guard at the entrance of the gardens for centuries before the The Elfstones of Shannara. They stood rigid and aloof at the gateways.¹The Elfstones of Shannara – p 9

First King of Shannara

The Black Watch was initially present at the battle in the Valley of Rhenn, but were eventually sent back to Arborlon to warn of and protect the city from the approaching attack.

The Elfstones of Shannara

The Black Watch were standing guard at the entrance to the Gardens of Life as the Chosen entered to greet the Ellcrys for the day.²The Elfstones of Shannara – p 9