Quintessence

History
The Quintessence is a group of all powerful beings who kept tabs on the order of the universe as lords and guardians of eternity.

The Quintessence is actually responsible for orchestrating numerous events across the universe in order to achieve perfect balance and cement the existence of heroes:
 * They sent Rogol Zaar to destroy Krypton in order for Kal-El to be sent to Earth and become Superman in the future.
 * They did not interfere in the War of the Gods, so that Athena's essence could be transferred into what would become Wonder Woman. They also did this so that Atlantis would sink, allowing for Aquaman to be born. This also cause the death of Hermes, whose essence leaked into the Sphere of the Gods and became the Speed Force.
 * They refused to help Abin Sur and J'onn J'onzz against the Reach Invasion so that Abin could die and his ring could be passed to Hal Jordan, and so the Martians would be killed by Malefic. This in turn allowed for J'onn to send out a psychic scream, thereby attracting Starro to the Solar System and allowing for the creation of the Justice League.

Current Members

 * Ganthet: Ganthet joined the group following the War of the Universe.


 * Phantom Stranger: Phantom Stranger joined the group during the War of the Universe along with the Spectre.


 * Nix Uotan: Nix Uotan was found by the Quintessence, and joined during the first Crisis.


 * Doctor Fate: Doctor Fate took Nabu's place in the group following his death at the hands of Eclipso during the War of the Universe. He joined following the ascension of Kent Nelson in Hands of Fate.


 * Captain Marvel: Captain Marvel took the Wizard Shazam's place following his passing during Day of Vengeance.

Former Members

 * Zeus: Zeus and his fellow brethren joined during the War of the Universe, but Zeus became estranged and a recluse following the events of the War of the Gods.

 
 * Rao: Rao became a member during the War of the Universe, but was supposedly killed following Mobius'  destruction of the White Lantern.
 * Nabu: Nabu helped form the group but died at the hands of Eclipso during the War of the Universe.


 * Highfather: Highfather joined following the War of the Universe, but was killed by Darkseid during the War in Heaven.


 * The Wizard (former leader): The Wizard Shazam formed the group during the War of the Universe, but passed during the events of Day of Vengeance


 * Spectre: Spectre joined the group during the War of the Universe along with the Phantom Stranger. He became an ally to the group through the ensuing years.