When Caelis returned with his scouts, his people were amazed at the treasure that the boar spirit had led them to. It was something that he had to think about very carefully as this sudden influx of wealth would likely change the culture of the group as well. The group so far had largely been a communal people who relied on bartering for trade. Most things, they shared since survival in the steppes was a group effort. However, a currency would certainly be helpful... particularly so whenever they met with another civilization. That said, would they meet another group or a settlement anytime soon? These were hard questions and things to consider. He ultimately came to decide that in order to facilitate some sort of economy/currency and private enterprise within the group, Caelis distributed 50 pounds of gold evenly among all the adults of the Attolians. It would give everyone some spending money so that they would no longer have to barter for things or services. In fact, that's what he had some of the more crafty elves among the Attolians start working on. He had a good portion of the tribe start turning those 50 pounds into standardized gold coins. It would hopefully lead to the birth of a small internal economy and encourage people to use their creativity and skills to start their own ventures that would benefit the Attolians, a cottage industry. The day that they met others in the world was something that they had to be ready for, and having a currency to use to trade would without a doubt be useful. The rest of the gold and jewels, would remain stowed away as a treasury for this fledgling civilization. --- When it came to the communions, there were many disparate voices in regards to the spirits. On one side, there were those like Lady Saphira who saw these spirits in their meditations and fervently believed in them. On the other hand, Salvdal remained skeptical despite the sighting of the boar spirit and their discovery of the treasure chest. Caelis wasn't one to force others to believe in something. Thus, one night, Caelis gathered the Attolians together around the great central campfire where they all ate a communal dinner. He then began his speech: "My fellow Attolians, our recent Communions have had some of us get in touch with the spirits that reside in these lands. While I am not one to completely worship them with blind devotion, I cannot deny that they do not exist... not after what the great boar spirit led to us." Caelis then placed his hand on the treasure chest, which sat next to him and patted it. "Thus, the word of both benevolent and malevolent spirits is... concerning and is an issue that should be addressed. As Salvdal mentioned, perhaps it is all a waste of time, but it pays to be careful. Thus, I ask those of you how have seen these spirits or have communicated with them, in this plane or in visions, to decide among those of you who is the most spiritually attuned to these spirits. Those who have the most innate natural abilities... I will personally ask to become shamans who communicate and placate these spirits... in essence, spiritual leaders of our community." The Attolians began to mutter among themselves to the news. Most seemed to believe in the spirits to a certain degree, but those who were adamant in their influence in this world and had demonstrated natural spiritual ability soon stood up to walk before Caelis. In all, five of them stood with Lady Saphira taking lead. Caelis slightly bowed to them and said "We rest our trust on you to guide us through the matters of these spirits." They silently and solemnly nodded in acknowledgement. The very next day, Caelis suddenly woke as he heard a female voice. [center][youtube]https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=PJV11ovh6i4[/youtube] [i]Here shall I prove your name Look, that is the light that will become life Oh music of Paul that weaves time Eternally tell the story Little ones that shine down in the darkness Again follow him, and me as well Extol the light of life with prayers Until the day to come, let it be with you let it be with you[/i][/center] Caelis stepped out of his tent to see Lady Saphira and the shamans in the middle of the camp with some rudimentary instruments. They were practicing and preparing a ritual and based on the lyrics of the song... or was it a chant? Regardless, it appeared that she was attempting to pray and appeal to the benevolent spirits so that they could keep the darker spirits away from inflicting harm upon the Attolians. Caelis found himself staring. He was certainly entranced by the song, but caught himself a few seconds after it was over. He had to go help the others make coins and supervise the camp. He came to notice that some of the elves were helping the shamans with setting up for the ritual and a festival. With the matter of the spirits being delegated to the five new shamans, Caelis hoped that the spirits would continue to look upon the Attolians with good intentions. --- Summary: Action: Improve Culture and Technology Caelis designates 50 pounds of the gold to be turned into coins and distributed evenly among the Attolians while the rest of the gold is stowed away as part of the group's treasury. This will hopefully encourage Attolians to start adopting the new currency of the group and facilitate a small economy within the group. Event: A/X 5 Spiritually attuned Attolians are chosen and asked to serve as the group's shamans in charge of Attolia's spiritual matters. They begin to put together a ritual and festival of lights to cast out the dark and invite benevolent spirits to watch over and guide the Attolians.