[OOC] The Birth of Naroe ~{(!-!)}~

[GoddessSophia]

Did you want 'twists' for both the leader and the sub-leader? as I can only think of an interesting twist for the younger of the two leaders.

[Pripovednik]

@GoddessSophia Just the younger. Thats fine. :)

[GoddessSophia]

@Pripovednik Alright thanks :) I'll most likely post it up sometime tomorrow.

[ArenaSnow]

Oh no! A bomb... no, just a wall of... hiders? Cluster hider text bomb?

Glogthlash’s Brigands

A band of ruthless brigands, filled with Goblins approaching an almost elite skill level and a leader who has been victor against many would-be heros, and terrorists of the countryside.

Glogthlash the Feaster

A veteran of Orc vs Troll territorial battles and skirmishes, Glogthlash is an extremely powerful fighter, wielding his axe with great skill and demolishing any who come into his path. The “Tank” and leader of the brigands, he rules them with an iron fist, and is known to be almost impossible to communicate with due to his preference of killing first and asking later. he has developed a reputation for… not being picky about his meals when it comes to post-battle snacks, gaining hin the title of “The Feaster”.

Members of the Brigands

A band of roughly 60 goblins, kept in line by Glogthlash and his whip, as well as his reputation. Though they started off at about 100 members, they have acquired quite a few expensive pieces of equipment over time, as well as enough normal sets of armor fit for goblins to be well equipped. They are generally skilled in melee combat, a bit more so than other goblins, and tend to be halfway-decent at archery as well, although a few select members would be prone to shooting themselves in the face if given bows. Recruited from other Goblin populations if applicable, but mostly from their homeland mines.

Equipment

These goblins enjoy the benefits of many raids, having accumulated a set of high quality weapons including spears, bows, and short swords. Armor that actually fits them is harder to come by, although it has been found and sometimes stolen from their own people.

History

Formed some 60 years ago, it all started with a band of disgruntled worker goblins. Although the nation they worked for was strong enough, the life at the ground level was utter garbage. They took the opportunity when they found it to flee and formed a very loose group of raiders. That is how they met Glogthlash.

Glogthlash was the one bad turn that the goblins had made raiding; they took their loot right past the forest he had resided in with the intent of stealing from Glogthlash’s lair. Being a veteran of many battles and skirmishes against Orcs, he was more than a match for the raiders. Instead of killing them, he promised them a glorious future… and became their leader.

The result of this union was a force that not only had the manpower to raid quickly and effectively, but also a force that had a “fist” behind it (Glogthlash). They grew in reputation as they massacred villages, farms, and caravans. Rumors had sprung up into legend about Glogthlash’s eating habits; he is said to eat the bones of his victims after every battle. He became known as “the Feaster”, and served to raise the reputation of the brigands.

Presently, their current location is unknown. It is thought they are planning for some other attack...

Targets

Farms are a small-scale target, sometimes when food is getting low. Considered a cakewalk and typically leaves nobody and nothing standing within a few hours.

Small villages, inns, and markets are once in a while subject to raiding, especially ones that have a reputation for poor defense or are isolated. These places are where equipment and riches are best found, although they tend to be places with a small chance of complete failure, as plenty of shady characters of high skill sometimes are within them. However, that has not happened yet - what heros would have defeated them, Glogthlash has utterly destroyed.

A final raiding priority is convoys, escorts, etc., particularly of nobles. This is the most common type of raid that the brigands do and the cause of heightened security for caravans in many areas.

[Pripovednik]

@drpepper Post it in here dude :)

[Medjedovic]

I was told to ask for stuff to do here, so I'm asking for stuff to do here.

[Pripovednik]

@Medjedovic What would you like to work on? what kinda project? Large, medium or small fries ?

[Medjedovic]

Anything, really. In other thread you gave others small groups for starters, so maybe me too? Though I won't mind at all bigger stuff :D

And I'm fine with any race/alignment.

[Pripovednik]

@Medjedovic Okay then, a Drow three strong assassination unit.
Female long range combatant (dmg)
Male spell caster (sprt)
Large male warrior (tank)
All connected some how.

The Tri"..."

They do not act upon any Drow dominion orders and fight for themselves.

They hate "good race*" because "...".

Are currently planning the assassination of "..." in the city of "...".

How's that?

[Medjedovic]

Cool. Should I add background for the city and their assassination target?

[GoddessSophia]

The Cult of Mahakalia

They call themselves the Chosen one’s of Kalia. The cult is composed of only women orcs, aged from anywhere from newborns to women in their late 80’s.Their leader is roughly in her 60’s. They are a tightly knit group (almost as close like a family). They travel around Naroe every Spring and Autumn; mostly living in the Forests or Marsh/Swamp areas of the realm. They are worshipers of the Goddess of Blood Mahakalia, their cult receiving it’s name after the deity. They have Minor knowledge of the Goddess’ magic, and are still learning more about it.
Members who are under age, only get taught the ways of the cult being educated by the Two Leaders and the other members of the Orc Cult. This process takes about 6 years all together. From the age of 6-till they reach about 12 or 13 years old. After that the Females then can part-take in the rituals and traditions of the Cult; but will only partake in the sacrifice when they reach 16 years old. Anyone below that age, does not get offered for Sacrifice, unless they are born blind, deaf or disfigured in some way.

Traditions/Beliefs

When a baby Orc is born, the newborn child is marked by the blood of it’s mother. It’s a sign of welcoming the baby to the cult and also of fore-told health.
They share blood among the group. They believe that sharing blood is a sign of respect for each other, as well as respect for the Goddess Mahakalia.
Sharing blood is also symbolic reference, of being the cycle of life and death. They believe, that blood is the essence of all living things. Blood is sacred and blessed in it’s own way, and special with the Goddess Mahakalia ruling over it. The Cult believes that the Goddess made blood ‘Sacred’ and that those who worship her, are worthy and special.
Every Blue moon or during the Summer Solstice, the Cult picks one member to be the sacrifice. Their blood is spilled, whilst the other Orcs chant the Goddess’ Name, in hopes that the Deity will accept the offering in death, and reward her for the good life that has been led. If the Female has not been truthful and a loyal worshipper, the Goddess will shun her in the after-life and the Female Orc will be re-born in poverty and off a lower specie in the next life.
They drink blood from animals, before cooking the meat.
The Cult think that any physically or mentally impaired female Orc, does not belong as one with the deity and in the heavens. It goes against their belief of purity.

Weapons/Combat

They mostly use hand made Axes and Knives from the scraps and resources they find in the forest and swamp areas to make their weapons.
Some use a hand made Spear and bow and arrow when they hunt for their food. The Cult has three main hunters and two main gatherers for their food. The weapons come in handy, when it comes to hunting.
The Female Orc don’t specialize in much combat, besides hand to hand combat they were taught from a young age. Besides from weaponry. it provides them to the ability to defend themselves from danger and their enemies.

Ma’Ma Sloza Brogdulg

Ma’Ma Sloza is the leader of the Cult. At the age of 60; she has led the cult for over 40 years. She is rather wise, and her people always come to her for support and advice. Sloza thinks off the Cult members as her children...her family.
She is known to be as the mastermind behind the making of the cult, and the gathering off her kind to partake in it. She takes Pride in the Cult and in being a worthy leader.

Glasza Crockub

Glasza is second in command behind Ma’Ma Sloza. She mostly helps educate the younger cult members and is the mastermind behind any and all cult beliefs and traditions that the Cult has. Out of the two leaders, Glasza is the more mysterious type; anyone who meets her is charmed by her kind spirit and her beauty. She is rumored to be the most beautiful of the female Orcs of the Cult.
No one knows that Glasza is the daughter of the Goddess Mahakalia. She was sent by her mother and the other Gods to watch over the cult, and help teach the devoted worshipers of her mother’s magic, abilities and help them reach the path to purity.

[Pripovednik]

@GoddessSophia LOVE IT

[GoddessSophia]

@Pripovednik I am glad :) I had fun writing this challenge and thinking of the twist. I'll add it onto the character tab.

[GoddessSophia]

@Pripovednik Hey Prip :) Any more challenges, I can sink my teeth into?

[Pripovednik]

@GoddessSophia
Maidens of "..."
Melee equipment
Armour
Cleric class (Healy kind)
No leader, all equal.
Darker side to the groups origin
All women. Around 60 of them.

[culot]

Hi @Pripovednik! I'd like to join if that's okay with you.

Could you give me a small assignment to get me started? I have a grand idea brewing but it's still pretty nebulous.

[Pripovednik]

@culot What are you comfortable creating? :)

[Pripovednik]

@Medjedovic Yeah, minimum city backstory though. Basic outline. ( So that it can be worked on at a later date)

[culot]

@Pripovednik Something on the scale of the cult you asked for above would be neat!

[Pripovednik]

@culot Okay.
Elven druid cult.
'The "..." Mist.'
HQ in forest <(where? what?)
Fight alongside treants.
Known for their use of "..." spells.
Excellent archers and "..."
Their armor is camo to the forest.
Leader is an old and wise treant elder. (NOT Treebeard )

Hows that?