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F is for Failure to reach adulthood.

Tribalism

Anunon, Cavalryman
Sotraecan Territory

Anunon brought his horse to a stop, flanked by several riders under his command. When a minor commotion among the villagers had been made just minutes before, concerning some "subhuman on the hill," he resolved to ride out and make sense of it for himself. They were not wrong; before him and his men stood a squat, hairy creature. Its features were rugged and broad, and they reminded Anunon of the less civilized ogre clans that lay to the northeast of the Sotraeca.

"D'you think he can talk?" one of Anunon's riders wondered aloud. "Looks like a subhuman alright, but he's not a halfling and he's sure not an ogre. He's hardly wearing anything either."

"Let's find out," the veteran replied, leaning over the neck of his horse. Anunon pointed a finger at the satchels that sat at the stranger's feet, then made a gesture that resembled popping a berry into his mouth and chewing. After the round of charades, he pointed at the brute and opened his mouth to speak.

"Berries," he said, matter-of-factly. "Did you pick these?" His men exchanged quizzical looks and shifted in their saddles.

Tribalism

@Thang Since the settlement Org is making contact with is 'undisclosed,' I assume any one of us could respond on a first-serve basis? Is anyone already working on a reaction post?

Tribalism

Tribe Name: Sotraeca

Demonym: Sotraecans

Population: Approx. 960

Government Style: At the head of Sotraeca sits the Matriarch, both the administrator and spiritual figure of the tribe. The Matriarch is often, but not always a hereditary position; the law of the tribe decrees that a sorceress, both admired by all and of strong connection to the Gods, is to hold the title. It is common that daughters should surpass mothers as Matriarchs, as the aptitude for sorcery seems to be strong across families.
The Patriarch, husband of the Matriarch, does not govern the day-to-day matters of the tribe, but instead is responsible for all matters of war and hunting. He is expected to be similarly respected among the tribe, and strong in both intellect and body. Patriarchs are chosen by Matriarchs to be their husbands, and it is the dream of most men to be so lucky.

Religious Beliefs: The Sotraecans have been conflicted in matters of religion since the failed invasion of the Ascahara. It is widely accepted that the Ascahara were punished by the Gods; however, the cause of their fury has been debated. Although the Ascahara were to blame, many other tribes’ lands were swallowed up by the sea, as if the Gods were reckless in their judgement. Many Sotraecans feel that the tribes were judged unfairly; others have suggested that the Gods favor the Far Men.
The current Matriarch is one of these skeptics. She has claimed to have visions of “New Gods” that desire the allegiance of Sotraeca, promising mutual benefit for all parties involved. Although a minority is still unsure whether giving up their former Gods is the right thing to do, belief in this new pantheon has permeated most of the tribe.

Location on the Map:

Highlighted Territory

History:
Before the Collapse: "Sotraeca has always been strong among the tribes. Many have tried to put us to the sword, but none have succeeded. Our ancestors founded our tribe through the might of their arms and the wisdom of their Gods. It was plain to all that Sotraeca would be destined for greatness, and when we came to exact vengeance for their misdeeds, our enemies fell beneath our feet. The Ascaharans paid us heed and offered us a place among their armies."

The Voyage: "When the sea swallowed the Ascaharan fleet, many proud Sotraecans were sent to the depths. Not even the Matriarch had foreseen the betrayal of the Gods. We mourned our kin and escaped the mouth of the sea with the other tribes. Some of our counterparts had thought themselves persecuted by the Ascaharans, and they hated us for our allegiance. On the voyage to Exile our ships clashed with many of them, but we prevailed and continued on to our new home."

Into the Future: "Our Matriarch has not let us down. Following her lead, we have carved a new path on Exile and cast down the treacherous Gods that led us astray. Sotraeca has pledged itself to a new pantheon; one that will guide us on our path to ascendancy. We've plenty to eat and drink, and our resources are bountiful. We count among our allies the subhumans of Middle Exile; the ogres and halflings are worthy auxiliaries."

Gallery:

The Matriarch and Her Coven

The Patriarch and His Warriors Battle a Rival Tribe; Pre-Voyage

Savakane, Daughter of the Matriarch, Makes Peace With the Subhumans

Other: WIP

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B is for Brony massacre. And this doesn't count:

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A is for Asshole.

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K for Kill them before they lay eggs.

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I as in I hope we finish this eventually.

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E is for End this nonsense.

Age of Glory - Renassiance-Era RP set in a Pseudo-Europe(Reboot!)

Here's my claim for the Xiang:



To be honest, I found the trait system a little limiting, as you pretty much have to neglect one or more aspects to be competent in another; whereas a comptent nation, I would think, would try to balance or at least maintain a functional standard across the board.

Are nations that don't have many favorable traits super-screwed if they come to blows with one that does? eg. a nation with Outdated Army vs. one with Elite Army (S). I assume that factors like terrain and tactics will come into play, and battles will come down to collaborative pieces, but do traits have a heavy hand in determining outcomes compared to how we write the scenarios?