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Such regal titles you all have, and here I am, among greats and kingdoms - Mikassian Tribes.

Perhaps I will brush aside this name and ponder upon another.

Police! Nobody move!

'Ello 'Ello 'Ello there, what's going on 'ere then?

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Could my nation be added to first post, and maps?

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@Theodorable I just figured because I was late to the party etc etc that I would post as if some plans were already underway, if you follow? I do of course realize things take time :)

Cheers for the quick response.

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@Theodorable Is my post adequate?

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I refer to the Dalatrum outpost in my IC post.

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The Mikassian Tribes

Poyesiff chieftain Drugo sparred with his son upon the floating barge, both of them stepping this way and that so as not to fall in to the rushing water below them. They had been up since the first light, and both were weary from hour upon hour of combat practice.

Finally they agreed to take a break and return when the sun had retreated from over head.

Dropping his wooden axe onto the river side, Drugo hopped onto the grass with a slight leap, landing firmly in front of a panting messenger who had just rushed toward him. Catching his breath, the messenger informed Drugo that the sea barge that had been under construction was complete, and that the party was ready to disembark toward the off shore island, reportedly occupied by a foreign group.

Confirming the previously drawn out plans, Drugo allowed the messenger to continue on his way and collect the translator and emissary from the Chieftains hut.

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Crossing the waters
While the War Chief Chatan is away skirmishing in the southern deserts, the three tribe leaders have more control over the nations functions. Drugo has had a sea barge constructed, a crude thing, but sufficient for the job. He intends to send an emissary along with 10 thousand arrow warriors, 20 long arms and 15 new blood berserkers to the island to organise a meeting, and perhaps a conversation between the two groups.

The military presence is of course there for protection only.

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MIKASI!

The Mikassian Tribes
'Mikasi'

Brief Nation History:

Ever since its birth under the Great Hawk Chief Mikasi in 1714, The Mikasi Tribes have expanded vastly over the land. Not a century previous they were a handful of warrior tribes fighting amongst each other, settled within the crimson caps of the red mountains. Now they rule over several hundred miles of land and are unified under one blood soaked banner.

While they are a very primitive peoples they are a very adaptable group also. As of 1732, two years after Mikasi's death, his son Chief Werra implemented a crude education system that had the elders of communities teach those too young to work or be trained. The resulting generation of infants showed improved proficiency in their later jobs and standings, and so the system remains until this day.

Upon the discovery of a potential tribal threat from the southern desert, in 1749 Chief Werra forged the plans for a military training campaign, the following three years are remembered as the tuso'dera years (meaning too young) because of the amount of young men that died fighting in border encounters. 6 years later, practically on his death bed, Werra reformed his plans so that young boys recruited into the warrior clans were trained until the age of 16 and then were deemed ready for battle, rather than the previous age of 14.

Chief Turju, Werra's younger brother, took his place in 1750 and reinforced both the education and military recruitment campaigns, as they had been lacking in some of the more secluded regions of the land. By the year of 1756 the desert threat was dealt with and the Mikasi Tribes expanded their borders south for the first time in decades.

In 1777 the newly appointed Chief Lasharo changed the Tribes ways and split the Mikasi into three groups. While the land was still the same, this was done as he believed that only one chieftain for such a large expanse of land was insufficient, and that three tribes would be united under the same banner. Thus the Mikasi banner was altered and three chiefs appointed.

Up until recent years the Mikasi had been the only real power in the north, but reports from scouts began to indicate Old World settlements being erected not far from their borders. Many scouting parties were sent to investigate in 1832 and returned with a few strange weapons and apparel, these strange guns were tested and eventually given to the Navajo tribe to train with.

A single cannon was also stolen, and is currently being installed into the chieftains war barge.

Government:

Ruled over by Tribal Elders, a Head Chief and three minor chieftains, the Mikasi Tribe is split into three tribal communities. The largest of these three is the Miheraku who cover the entire middle section of the Mikasi lands. Then there is the Poyessif, the northern most community made up of river and lake settlements. Lastly there is the Navajo who rule over the southern tip of the Mikasi plains as well as the red mountains.

Landmass:

Claim

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Religion:

Spiritual believers in the elemental Gods. Hassun of earth, Hakan of fire, Heinmot of air and Hotah of water.

Population:

The Mikassian population stands at 28,000,000. (4 points)

Martial Prowess:

The Mikasi are a nation built on fueds, war and conflict and as such have a huge force of warrior clans. Ambushes, outflanking and such military tactics of speed and guile are not uncommon in Mikasi warfare. Archers, spear men and axe units are the main components of most Mikasi Legions, excluding of course mounted units. (2,000,000 strong)(9 points)

Cultural Unity:

The Mikasi do not claim the right to any land that is not theirs, but will take that which is wrongly given to others. (1 point)

Navy:

With many rivers and the vast Miautche Lake within their lands, the Mikasi can use basic river and lake transport as well as war barges. (1 point)

Colonies:

The Mikasi believe a nation should be united in faith, aim and by the earth itself. The prospect of a colony is ludicrous. (0 points)

Further Information

Further information:

Military Forces:

Archers: Equipped with a bow, arrows and twin daggers - every Mikassian archer is a swift and deadly foe. Primitive hide armor with general camouflage.
Order in rank: New blood - Hunter - Boar Blood - 1000 arrow

Spear men: Equipped with 3 throwing spears, 1 is reserved for melee combat. Shield that increases in size and quality with rank. At long arm status they have longer spears with extra reach. Wooden and hide medium armor.
Order in rank: New blood - Wind Wise - Long arm - Red Circle

Axe men: Equipped with 2 duel wield throwing axes and a war axe with shield. Their shield also increases in size and quality with rank.
Order in rank: New blood - Beheader - Hukka - Iron edge

Shield Warriors: Equipped with a strong shield and single war axe. Heavy wooden, cloth and hide armour.
Order in rank: New blood - Tideturner - Defender - Mountain

Berserkers: Equipped with two short throwing spears, two duel daggers and a large war axe. Medium cloth and hide armor.
Order in rank: Blood drinker - Limb breaker - Fury

Cavalry: Equipped with either; a war axe and shield; a lance and shield; a bow and arrows with war axe or a rifle and war axe. Equipment varies with the situation (only 3 rifle rider groups exist at any given time). light - heavy armor, again varies with intent and situation.
Order in rank: New blood - Six leg - Earth shaker

Elites: Elites represent any group of military unit that is of the highest rank, most elite groups have thier own banners and champions that lead them. There are 3 elite mounted rifle units and 2 units on foot at any time, elite foot gunners are known as Thunderers.

Chieftains party: The chieftains party is the 'best of the best' when it comes to military units. Formed from many elites of different specialization, this is a single unit that does devastating damage in battle.

War Path:

The Mikassian Tribes use this unique ability to incredible effect when a single target needs to be decimated. The 4 chieftains will council and come to a conclusion on a target, this target is then publicly announced and this intent is encouraged to be spread. The mystics of every tribe, of every clan and village pray to the Gods, what can only be described as blood lust grows in the population and many retired veterans join the military as well as natives of the nation (even surrounding native nations) rally to the cause.

If the path is to be tread, every Mikasi will walk it, and it shall end in blood and death.

War Cry:
Mikasi warriors are known to charge into a conflict screaming their tribe name. "Mikasi" is most common, but sometimes particularly older and prouder men will scream one of the three tribe names, depending on their roots. This can be harmful to enemy morale, especially during an ambush or flanking.

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The Great Hawks steely talons tore through its prey as an axe rips through cloth, piercing the soft hair covered skin, tender flesh and lean muscle. Narrow eyed it cawed, scooping up the limp hare in its unwavering grip, dipping into the wind it soared high.

The morning clouds were a deep blue and crimson red, the fiery sun had barely broken across the land. War Chief Chatan stood proudly upon the huge and ancient rock outcrop and looked over the vast sea of his war painted warriors, all gathered upon the legendary Three Spears field.


Hide painting of the Three Spears field and rock outcrop.

100,000 zealous men armed with spear and axe stood silently before him, lethal and loyal warriors of the Navajo tribe, their ebony skin nearly consumed by the shifting shadows of dawn. Until the Great Hawk sat upon his heavily tattooed outstretched arm, then the silence was broken. Spears were thrust skyward, war cries of deafening proportion screamed to the point of breaking and axes crashed upon hardened shield.

This mighty roar was ongoing for a few moments until Chatan rose his scarred hands, seeking silence, and it was given instantaneously. Not a single voice remained, no agitated shuffling or excited conversations would interrupt him as he addressed these Mikassian braves.

"The year of Hakan is almost upon us!" Pausing, he allowed his voice to carry to the furthest from him.

"Soon we will ride the dancing flames!" Chatans enthusiasm saw his arms shot into the air, in reply came an immense cheer.

"The desert settlers think themselves safe. Will we not show them their fault?" Met again with a heart filled wave of cheers and cries, Chatan let a lapse in his speech bring a lull in the noise.

Returning with a doubled ferocity, he exclaimed loudly and with such passion spittle was thrown form his mouth and his ink filled body writhed with energy.

"We shall strike as smoke does, silently and accompanied by burning flame! You will taste foe blood!"

With this the suns light erupted across the ground and its bright white struck the ebony mass before him, each warrior was rallied and inspired, Chatan saw it in their eyes. They struck their shield and slashed the air with their spears, the thirst for war had begun.

Once again Chatan hushed his empowered warriors with a speechless glance and the raising of his hand.

"Who are you!?" He demanded of them.

"MIKASI!" They replied in unison, their voices a force in itself.

As they replied they all began the war beat, cruelly slow and tactically paced. The stamping of tough feet and bashing of large shields shook the very ground beneath them, the deep humming behind every lip joined the melody. Slowly the sound began to rise in volume, occupying every corner of the mind until nothing else could be heard or thought of.

Just as quickly as it had started, the beat ended as the war painted warriors upon the Three Spears field rushed forward in a mock charge towards their War Chief - screaming fearlessly, crying out suddenly and shouting at the boundary of their ability.

MIKASI!

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Ha, I greet you.

MIKASI!

The Mikassian Tribes
'Mikasi'

Brief Nation History:

Ever since its birth under the Great Hawk Chief Mikasi in 1714, The Mikasi Tribes have expanded vastly over the land. Not a century previous they were a handful of warrior tribes fighting amongst each other, settled within the crimson caps of the red mountains. Now they rule over several hundred miles of land and are unified under one blood soaked banner.

While they are a very primitive peoples they are a very adaptable group also. As of 1732, two years after Mikasi's death, his son Chief Werra implemented a crude education system that had the elders of communities teach those too young to work or be trained. The resulting generation of infants showed improved proficiency in their later jobs and standings, and so the system remains until this day.

Upon the discovery of a potential tribal threat from the southern desert, in 1749 Chief Werra forged the plans for a military training campaign, the following three years are remembered as the tuso'dera years (meaning too young) because of the amount of young men that died fighting in border encounters. 6 years later, practically on his death bed, Werra reformed his plans so that young boys recruited into the warrior clans were trained until the age of 16 and then were deemed ready for battle, rather than the previous age of 14.

Chief Turju, Werra's younger brother, took his place in 1750 and reinforced both the education and military recruitment campaigns, as they had been lacking in some of the more secluded regions of the land. By the year of 1756 the desert threat was dealt with and the Mikasi Tribes expanded their borders south for the first time in decades.

In 1777 the newly appointed Chief Lasharo changed the Tribes ways and split the Mikasi into three groups. While the land was still the same, this was done as he believed that only one chieftain for such a large expanse of land was insufficient, and that three tribes would be united under the same banner. Thus the Mikasi banner was altered and three chiefs appointed.

Up until recent years the Mikasi had been the only real power in the north, but reports from scouts began to indicate Old World settlements being erected not far from their borders. Many scouting parties were sent to investigate in 1832 and returned with a few strange weapons and apparel, these strange guns were tested and eventually given to the Navajo tribe to train with.

A single cannon was also stolen, and is currently being installed into the chieftains war barge.

Government:

Ruled over by Tribal Elders, a Head Chief and three minor chieftains, the Mikasi Tribe is split into three tribal communities. The largest of these three is the Miheraku who cover the entire middle section of the Mikasi lands. Then there is the Poyessif, the northern most community made up of river and lake settlements. Lastly there is the Navajo who rule over the southern tip of the Mikasi plains as well as the red mountains.

Landmass:

Claim

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Religion:

Spiritual believers in the elemental Gods. Hassun of earth, Hakan of fire, Heinmot of air and Hotah of water.

Population:

The Mikassian population stands at 28,000,000. (4 points)

Martial Prowess:

The Mikasi are a nation built on fueds, war and conflict and as such have a huge force of warrior clans. Ambushes, outflanking and such military tactics of speed and guile are not uncommon in Mikasi warfare. Archers, spear men and axe units are the main components of most Mikasi Legions, excluding of course mounted units. (2,000,000 strong)(9 points)

Cultural Unity:

The Mikasi do not claim the right to any land that is not theirs, but will take that which is wrongly given to others. (1 point)

Navy:

With many rivers and the vast Miautche Lake within their lands, the Mikasi can use basic river and lake transport as well as war barges. (1 point)

Colonies:

The Mikasi believe a nation should be united in faith, aim and by the earth itself. The prospect of a colony is ludicrous. (0 points)

Further Information

Further information:

Military Forces:

Archers: Equipped with a bow, arrows and twin daggers - every Mikassian archer is a swift and deadly foe. Primitive hide armor with general camouflage.
Order in rank: New blood - Hunter - Boar Blood - 1000 arrow

Spear men: Equipped with 3 throwing spears, 1 is reserved for melee combat. Shield that increases in size and quality with rank. At long arm status they have longer spears with extra reach. Wooden and hide medium armor.
Order in rank: New blood - Wind Wise - Long arm - Red Circle

Axe men: Equipped with 2 duel wield throwing axes and a war axe with shield. Their shield also increases in size and quality with rank.
Order in rank: New blood - Beheader - Hukka - Iron edge

Shield Warriors: Equipped with a strong shield and single war axe. Heavy wooden, cloth and hide armour.
Order in rank: New blood - Tideturner - Defender - Mountain

Berserkers: Equipped with two short throwing spears, two duel daggers and a large war axe. Medium cloth and hide armor.
Order in rank: Blood drinker - Limb breaker - Fury

Cavalry: Equipped with either; a war axe and shield; a lance and shield; a bow and arrows with war axe or a rifle and war axe. Equipment varies with the situation (only 3 rifle rider groups exist at any given time). light - heavy armor, again varies with intent and situation.
Order in rank: New blood - Six leg - Earth shaker

Elites: Elites represent any group of military unit that is of the highest rank, most elite groups have thier own banners and champions that lead them. There are 3 elite mounted rifle units and 2 units on foot at any time, elite foot gunners are known as Thunderers.

Chieftains party: The chieftains party is the 'best of the best' when it comes to military units. Formed from many elites of different specialization, this is a single unit that does devastating damage in battle.

War Path:

The Mikassian Tribes use this unique ability to incredible effect when a single target needs to be decimated. The 4 chieftains will council and come to a conclusion on a target, this target is then publicly announced and this intent is encouraged to be spread. The mystics of every tribe, of every clan and village pray to the Gods, what can only be described as blood lust grows in the population and many retired veterans join the military as well as natives of the nation (even surrounding native nations) rally to the cause.

If the path is to be tread, every Mikasi will walk it, and it shall end in blood and death.

War Cry:
Mikasi warriors are known to charge into a conflict screaming their tribe name. "Mikasi" is most common, but sometimes particularly older and prouder men will scream one of the three tribe names, depending on their roots. This can be harmful to enemy morale, especially during an ambush or flanking.