The Keepers of the Peace are the military and guard force of Yarma. Organized as a citizen militia rather than a professional force, all Keepers are volunteers - they are provided with food and lodging as part of their service, but no payment. The Keepers serve primarily as guards inside or near the city, only venturing farther if the outlying villages are threatened.
Keepers of the Peace rarely wear armor or openly carry weapons. Instead, they prefer magical means of protection. Most are skilled mages, or at least knowledgeable or talented enough to use wands.
The Keepers primary duty is defense, not the enforcement of Yarma's laws, though when needed they can fill that role. They generally only become involved in such matters when a crime is severe enough to warrant exile, after which they ensure any individuals cast out are not permitted to re-enter the city.