Plonking this here to fill out info later, cause it's needed in order to make them official eventually!
Anyone interested is obviously free to join and nosy about. n_n
To Do List: - Al-Siq Background [ACQUIRED - Kimaria] - Al-Siq Symbols [IACQUIRED]
Posted: Wed May 10, 2017 7:03 am
History/Short Blurb on Al-Siq The pride has always been shrouded in myth and legend, a tale of a war between mighty dragons that wasn't entirely inaccurate. The war of dragons remains one of the most venerated to this day and speaks of the birth of the royal line and all that came after it.
Long before the Al-Siq found themselves in the way they are today, they were once ruled by a single lion who united the coloured tribes to bring together his chosen Justicars. Following the destruction of the Black Dragon, the Al-Siq nation was born and united under his paw, they lived in relative peace. Though the dramas and spats of the average mortal would always exist, the thoughts of war and terror were far from their mind.
However, with the fall of the Black Dragon came the birth of superstition, and at the helm of the priests' religious teaching, those of less 'fortunate' colouring were considered to be ominous and dangerous. Though not the will of the Monarch, divisions began to fester and before long a scourge was born. One that fought back against the teachings that implied they were corrupted, weak, and not entitled to live within this world.
In no time at all, they grew in strength and within a small number of generations, they rose up unexpectedly. The casualties were extensive and while the pride did their best to fight back, they found themselves losing ground. It was during this time that the Monarch made his choice and ordered his personal guard away - the order was simple, they were to protect the pride rather than him and while he appreciated their reservations, they understood his decision.
On that day, those feared for their martial prowess displayed why that was so, and the scourge that had threatened their land was gradually pushed back... But it came at considerable price. As gains were made and the Justicars slowly returned to the Emperor's stronghold, they realised that he had fallen in their absence.
With no heirs to his name, for he had never found one to claim as his heart, a power vacuum emerged in what the Justicars feared would incite further division. Fortunately, it seemed the Dragon Priests already had this in paw, and as war seemed to be on the horizon they gave a glimmer of hope.
...While there was no heir yet, one would be born in time. Heralding from the Justicar bloodlines, a pure child would spring fourth and lead the Al-Siq in to a new age. Until that time, the Justicars would tend to the pride's needs and maintain the status quo. It was a prophecy that would be accepted by the majority of the pride and at least secured their safety for a period of time.
This status quo continued for a considerable amount of time and with the nobles restless and the scourge once again preparing for an assault, it seemed less and less likely that a new heir would be born.
And then it actually happened.
Prometheus was born to the blue Justicar and his peculiar mate, and in him, rested a chance for the Al-Siq to grow once more.
[Blue] [xx] Destati (Epine de Rose) [Green][xx] Oberon (Greenie) [Purple][xx] Purple Justicar - To be customed! (Pollack) [Black] [xx] Twin Justicars - To be customed! (Epine de Rose) [Black][xx] Twin Justicars - To be customed! (Epine de Rose) [Yellow][xx] [Brown][xx] [Red][xx]
Collective:
[Destati] [xx] Gideon (Epine de Rose) [Destati] [xx] Adar'malik (Epine de Rose) [Destati] [xx] Suu'marle (Epine de Rose) [Destati] [xx] Spectre (Epine de Rose) [Destati] [xx] Havase (Epine de Rose)
Noble:
[xx] Thalyssra (Epine de Rose) [xx] Oa (Epine de Rose) [xx] Arimathras (Epine de Rose) [xx] Epimetheus (Epine de Rose) [xx] Nyctimus (Epine de Rose) [xx] Aquila (Pollack) - When purple Justicar is here, will move to his/her collective. [xx] Altair (Pollack) [xx] Tanith (Epine de Rose) [xx] Nilda (Kimaria) [xx] Cherida (Greenie)
Civilian:
[xx] Vida (Epine de Rose) [xx] Vidofnir (Epine de Rose) [xx] Gus Gus (Epine de Rose) [xx] Poeira (Pollack) [xx] Theseus (Pollack) [xx] Encyclia (Pollack)
[xx] Spare Female Phantom (TBC) [xx] Spare Male Phantom (TBC) [xx] Spare Female Phantom (TBC) [xx] Spare Male Phantom (TBC)
Familiars:
[xx] Suurei (Epine de Rose) [xx] Zima (Epine de Rose) [xx] Angrok (Greenie) [xx] Prime (Greenie) [xx] Wuld (Greenie) [xx] Pip (Greenie)
Posted: Wed May 10, 2017 7:34 am
Navigation: Government, the Legal System and Foreign Policy Castes and Ranks Religion and Mythos Education and Professions General Attire and Appearance
Government, the Legal System and Foreign Policy
The Government
The government is made up by the elected Politico; these individuals are elected annually by the entire nation and their responsibility is to voice the concerns and wishes of their respective constituents. These Politicos are voted in based on rough locations and tend to represent 'districts' or townships.
When there is no monarch on the throne the government has the power to make laws to protect and serve the pride; however, any attempts to remove democracy as a right of the nation are swiftly put down. It is not uncommon for the most power hungry Politicos to be discovered dead during the night when they take one step too far.
The Politico should know their place, and generally know that any attempts to steal the freedoms of the nation will be met with the swift judgement of a Justicar.
When a Monarch is present the Politico act as an advisory council, often bringing the concerns of their constituents to the Monarch. No matter how small the issue might be, they're likely to complain about it. In short, if the Politico wants to complain about chickens then the Monarch will most likely have to listen to it.
...And so will everyone else.
They do however serve an invaluable role in ensuring that the Monarch is aware of the desires and concerns of the general populace as he simply can't communicate with all of them at once, it's simply impossible.
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The Legal System
The pride has a legal system, one that ensures that all civilians are accountable. This means that everything you would expect in a legal system is present - Judges, law enforcement and even legal aid!
All individual lions are expected to follow the laws of the land; those who have broken it will be arrested by the peacekeepers. Depending on the severity of the crime one might be warned, or they may be brought before a Judge to stand trial with varying degrees of punishment.
During the course of a legal hearing the accused will come up against a judge who will listen to the case put forward by the Peacekeepers, and also to the defence put forward by the accused's representative. The Judge may then decide upon an appropriate punishment if they find the accused guilty.
Be aware, the pride does have a gaol! (There will be no executions, these are performed by Justicars only.)
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Foreign Policy & Alliances
The pride has been isolationist for a very long time, this is courtesy of the vast amounts of protection they have been granted by the landmarks around them. For the most part, the vast majority of prides and other lifeforms in the regions nearby simply haven't been aware that they existed...
They have a natural border compromising of very thorny and very poisonous plant life around the 'gates' to their home which generally discourage the vast majority of individuals from traveling through them. That does not mean that the pride leaves its borders exposed though, on the contrary these are heavily guarded.
Due to recent events the existence of this pride has been revealed to those beyond their borders and as a consequence, they have been forced to recognise the possibility that more than just the very occasional straggler might attempt to pass through the gates.
...Generally speaking the pride are not happy with this, especially those who are wary of outsiders, but there are opportunists among the more accepting the civilian ranks who see the potential for a very lucrative set of deals!
- Alliances
The government will be very cautiously open to these.
- Visitors
All Visitors will be required to register at the 'gates' of the pride where they will receive their necklace. This necklace helps to identify them as an outsider which ensures they can be watched, but also assisted if neccessary. If you are found within the gates without one of these necklaces you will be removed.
Castes & Ranks
The castes within the pride are traditionally determined by two factors - birth, and wealth.
This means that at each Caste (Rank if you prefer), there are individuals who have varying degrees of influence and wealth. Generally speaking the more well off a family is, the more influential and high ranking they are...
Nobles
For nobles, this means that the richest ranks might have the largest businesses and the largest number of employees. Arguably they might also have a large amount of land, though it should be noted that the Justicars ultimately own this land and the nobles are no more than caretakers. A poorer noble might be a recently promoted Civilian who has received a stipend and is slowly making their way towards establishing themselves.
Nobles place a lot of value on their wealth and social status, as such, they may look down on those who are slightly well off with disdain.
The richer will generally be found with the wealthier nobles, and the less fortunate nobles are typically found with those of a similar status.
Civilians
Good news, Civilians are typically much more relaxed when it comes to their social status!
The only thing you might notice is that a civilians manners might...decline slightly, as their wealth decreases. Civilians are much more inclined towards getting things done as opposed to pretending to be well bred all of the time. If they want to swear, and do so loudly, then it's not uncommon for a farmhand or trader to do so.
Unsurprisingly, those of the middling classes who are trying to rise into the ranks through good marriages and connections will generally attempt to fit in to the noble ranks' expectations of good breeding.
In short, Civilians are very flexible and their mannerisms and behaviour can vary considerably.
Religion and Mythos
Religion
The Pride is inclined towards religion in a manner of speaking, though it is rare that they would congregate in one spot to pay homage to any particular deity.
Rather than following a specific set of feline deities, this particular pride lends their faith towards draconic entities.
Consequently the church that exists within this pride is compromised of religions figures that preach the old mythos of the dragon gods. The leading figure within this organisation is the Dragon Priest and he is the bane of the Justicar's existence.
The power of the Dragon Priest's prophecies are steeped in tradition and as a consequence, these prophecies (though rare) command an incredible amount of respect. It should come at no surprise that the nation is waiting with bated breath for the time in which the current Dragon Priest's prophecy comes to pass and a new Monarch is returned to the throne...
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The Mythos
It is believed that the land in which the pride reside is blessed by dragons of many colours. They live within the land of many coloured clouds and have long since returned to these heavens.
However, long ago it is said, that a mighty battle occurred between these great dragons and their corrupted brother. He was said to be an individual who inspired great hatred and violence among the mortal races. During these dark periods, great swathes of death and destruction occurred until the great serpents took their stand.
It was during this period in which the Red, Green, Yellow, Blue and White serpents waged war against the Black Dragon. The battle was long and arduous, and yet finally they managed to defeat their brother and cast him in to the abyss. It is said that he is sealed in the depths of the deepest canyon within the pride's territory and that the shrine is hidden from the eyes of mortals.
...And yet, while the Black Dragon had finally been placed in to an eternal slumber, it seemed that his followers would not rest. Thus the dragons blessed the purest among the ancient lions so that they might battle for them. United under one monarch, these twelve noble souls became the original Justicars and sought to wipe out the scourge that the Black Dragon had left upon the land.
They were victorious and peace came to the region.
A new nation was born, and when the dragons were satisfied that their mortal children were safe, they once again returned to their heavily seats.
However, their lessons were never forgotten and continue to be preached this day...Or so they say.
While the Dragon Priesthood might preach the glory and might of the many coloured serpents, there are others within the depths of the nation, deep in underground warrens, who tell a very different tale.
A tale in which the Black Dragon is awoken, and with renewed strength, will strike down the cowardly serpents in heaven that could only defeat him as one, rather than on their own...
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Foreign Deities
This nation of lions do not regard the standard deities of the world as legitimate, in fact, they don't even know they exist. Consequently, a standard deity would find they are not regarded as anything of note, even if they were to appear in all their winged glory. Generally speaking a lion within the pride would acknowledge them as being unusual, but typically 'foreign'.
Based on their isolationist tendencies but awareness that certain regions of their own land promote different physical strengths, they would simply assume these winged beings had adapted to wherever they may have came from.
Education and Professions
Education
Education within the pride is generally flexible for cubs when they first enter the system. They are given enough of an education to understand the very basics of each and every profession, this ensures that they have a rough idea of exactly what they might want to do as they grow up.
From Adolescence a child will then be required to consider where they would like to go. When they have made a career path they will be given a more tailored education to suit their needs.
Given the nature of the pride, they have a fairly advanced understanding of a variety of subjects, so it is assumed that those who enter fields such as the military or medicine will be well taught in the ways of strategy or herbalism as an example.
An individual may choose to continue their education in to later life, this is not uncommon for those who may ultimately realise they may have wished to pursue another career path entirely.
Cubs are traditionally educated while their parents work to keep them out of harm's way, and to ensure their parents can continue about their business undisturbed.
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Professions
Professions within the pride are so varied that you can safely assume that a lion can be anything. Yes, this means you can even go so far as to say that your lion works in the red light district (though the consequences of that are on your own head).
A lion within the pride may change professions once or twice until they find their true calling but it is typically looked down upon to change professions constantly. If you are identified as a jack of all trades, but a master of none, then you'll be of no use to anyone and won't be terribly well respected.
Unique professions and their requirements are listed in the ranks thread - no profession will appear on a cert.
General Attire and Appearance
Attire and Jewellery
It is generally considered standard for those in the pride to be wearing some form of bangle, bracelet, necklaces or beading. These are usually minimalistic in appearance but still distinct.
Civilians will generally select colours that correspond with the region they live in. For example, those who live within the region protected by the green Justicar will typically wear green beading.
Nobles tend to prefer more neutral colours, this is due to their desire to be on equal standing with the Justicars though they are still subservient to them. However, the overall style of the jewellery remains the same despite the difference in colour.
Foreigners and Jewellery
Those who are foreigners will have a very simple necklace while in the pride territory. They won't be able to acquire any of the standard jewellery the pride use as this is considered unique; they will be able to buy 'tourist' trinkets though.
Colouration and Markings
Most of the pride have some form of marking, the most common markings are face masks and freckles. However, any form distinctive marking is usually expected.
Pure and unblemished coats of any colour are very rare and are regarded with curiosity. Depending on the colour, they might also find they are regarded with suspicion and fear (black) or revered (white). This is due to the dragon god mythos. Given their rarity, if it's noted that more and more unblemished individuals are continuing to appear, this will often gain the unwanted attention of the Justicars...
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Available Ranks & Al-Siq Professions
The Monarch
Requirement: According to the Dragon Priest, the next Monarch will be a being of pure white. This means that one of the twelve Justicars' lines must produce a cub that is pure white and completely unblemished.
Description: The Monarch is the ruler of the pride and has absolute power once they are crowned. While they might be advised by the elected Politico, it is ultimately their declarations that will be written in to law.
The Monarch controls every fabric of the nation from the military to the legal system. As a consequence, they are known for being neutral, and tend to ignore the frequent attempts by nobles to curry their favour.
It is not uncommon for the Politico to note how utterly bored the Monarchs look during government sessions given the often trivial complaints that specific regions enjoy bringing up. The monarch will however, listen to these complaints even if they choose to ignore them in the end!
The Consort
Requirement: The consort must be married to the current Monarch. There can only be one, a monarch will not take mistresses as this complicates the claim to the throne.
Description: This highly educated and often well bred companion is the confidante and company for the Monarch through both misery and pleasure. In short, they have to love their husband or wife a lot in order to subject themselves to the government sessions, some of which last for hours.
They will generally place a great deal of focus on educating the heirs to the throne and ensuring that they remain fit and healthy. Beyond that, they are actively encouraged to seek out hobbies or causes they might enjoy that they wish to promote.
The Heirs
Requirement: The heirs are the blood born offspring of the Monarch and the Consort. Adoptive children take the rank of Noble, they have no claims to the throne.
Description: The heirs are simply nobles, until such time as the eldest is summoned to take the throne they will conduct themselves as society might expect. Consequently, they will often attend high society gatherings and take up a profession that they feel they're most suited to.
While they are expected to remain neutral, it's often difficult to avoid those attempting to curry favour. Tread carefully, while you might be safe from assassination (lest the wrath of the Justicars fall upon the entire noble caste), there will be those who attempt to exploit you...
The Justicars
Requirement: Justicar rank is passed down through birth only.
The rank of justicar isn't determined by age, the cubs of the Justicar will be required to express interest and then they will be put through rigorous training. The cubs will then be required to roll a one 6-sided dice as adults, the highest roll will be the heir to the Justicar title.
The heir will receive the title upon the Justicar's death.
Description: The Justicars are the original founding families of the nation, each line carrying a birth right to take the throne. However, the eligibility of the Justicar to take the throne is determined by the prophecies of the Dragon Priest... as such, not just any Justicar can become King or Queen.
By default all Justicar offspring and their consorts are regarded as nobles, they are the 'purest' form of noble one can encounter, though standard nobles would do anything to dispute this!
Justicars are well respected and renowned for remaining neutral, and often invisible, during times of peace.
The life of a Justicar: The life of a Justicar is one of much debate; while they are nobles they are never seen at high society gatherings and on many occasions, nobles had confessed they don't even know what their families look like.
Suffice it to say, that like their Collective, the Justicars tend to function as standard members of society. Some might assist their citizens in tending to the land, hunting for supplies, or by running businesses. They might be healers, they might be teachers, or they might even be craftsmen.
What is certain however, is that they rarely make a song and dance about being in the immediate vicinity.
The vast majority of civilians enjoy the company of Justicars simply because they are humble and unassuming. Nobles however, tend to treat the Justicars warily, as it is the Justicars who end the lives of those who try a little too hard to reach heights they shouldn't...
The duties of a Justicar: When not required to lay claim to the throne; the Justicars are the traditional Royal Guard of the Monarch. However, due the tumultuous history of the nation, they serve an additional function as well - During the periods in which their is no Monarch, the Justicars immediately enforce democracy. In essence, they ensure that the representatives of the nation cannot attempt to form a dictatorship.
They fiercely protect the nation from all threats that standard militia can't handle - this means that any treasonous activity is addressed by them to avoid the military being accused of anything untowards.
They will generally take the helm during scourge assaults with the leading military figures accepting their orders during these periods.
The Collective
Requirement: The Collective rank is only accessible through completing initial training as a cub, and then successfully attaining the necessary roll to enter the ranks. Essentially, your lion must go through boot camp, and then successfully live through their trials to become a collective member.
Success is so difficult, that these ranks are exclusive.
A Justicar may very rarely bypass the trials stage and recruit directly depending on the circumstances, but that is almost unheard of.
Description: The Collective are the elite fighting forces that serve underneath the Justicars. Each Justicar has a pawful of extremely loyal lions at their command, each with specific skills that help them to achieve their goals. They are the ultimate strike team and if the collective ranks are required to intervene in any particular issue, then the issue is very grave indeed.
General society has no idea who these individuals are. Even if a Collective member successfully completes their training and becomes one of the Justicar's team, they are required to return home and indicate that they failed.
Secrecy is absolute - if any collective member exposes who they are without permission, they will be executed immediately.
The life of a Collective: The life of a Collective individual is, for the most part, very simple.
Unless otherwise called to action, the Collective members are generally stationed deliberately in specific locations and 'towns' in order to keep an eye on them. For the most part, a Collective member will often establish a family and continue with their day to day life as a normal member of society. They will take up a standard profession, and on a part time basis, also provide schooling for any exceptional cub that is identified as having potential.
However, this lifestyle can quickly change when a Justicar calls their Collective to arms. When they are summoned by their Justicar the collective must leave immediately and come to his or her side. They are not to say their farewells, they are not to be spotted, in short they are simply to vanish so that they might conduct their duties in secret.
It is not uncommon for them to take guard based ranks so as their disappearance isn't suspected...
The duties of a Collective: As mentioned above, the duties of the Collective are generally simple during times of peace. When they are in 'sleep' mode they will usually conduct themselves as normal citizens.
When the Justicar calls the collective to arms, they are expected to do whatever is required of them without question.
Do not be surprised if your Collective member is summoned during a period of peace in order to assassinate an individual, generally to prevent an uprising or the return of the scourge.
...A Collective feline must have nerves of steel, a strong stomach, and the ability to park their own morals at the door.
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Becoming one of the Collective: To become a Collective member the following must happen... A cub must roll a 6-sided Dice. If they roll 5-6 then they are identified as 'exceptional'. The parents must then decide if the cub will enter schooling to become a collective member. If they decide to do this then the cub will be removed from them and taken in by a 'school'. Said cub is then required to complete a minimum of 10 RPs, this can be done between cub and adulthood. At this point you must decide if you want to drop out or you want to continue. If you decide to continue and you fail, your lion is going to die. Your lion will then enter the trials, they will then need to roll one 10-sided dice; the following outcomes will then occur:
- If you roll below eight, your character has died. - If you roll eight your character is brutally injured, they will live, but they will never fight again. - If you roll above eight, your character has passed and will join the ranks of the Collective.
Exceptional circumstances may result in a Justicar recruiting a Collective member by bypassing the entire training regime and trials. There are limitations on this: A Justicar may only do this once in a nine month period. The Justicar must clarify why they are bypassing this limitation.
The Nobles
Requirement: There are several ways that an individual can be a noble but the most common way is to be born into the position.
Additional opportunities come in the form of marrying up (rare) or being recognised for valor by the monarchy (again, rare).
Description: The noble caste are a peculiar lot; they contain two very distinct castes with one favouring traditions and the other working towards a more progressive society. Depending on your views, you are most likely to find yourself on one side or another. Be warned, in this society not having an opinion is unacceptable, it isn't uncommon for the nobles to press one another for a view and then hold each other to it.
Pick your sides carefully, and pick your allies even more wisely.
The life of a Noble: The life of the noble is filled with intrigue.
What seems like a life filled with high society parties and needless gossip to passing civilians, is actually a life of shadows and claws. Infighting is incredibly common among noble families as they vie for superiority. Regardless of what side of the coin they may fall on, there are those within these families who want to be at the top.
Consequently, information is power and a lot of nobles will spend a lot of their time attempting to get ahold of valuable gossip.
For those who prefer to keep away from the particulars of the social pecking order, nobles are most well known for a variety of businesses they happen to know. Generally speaking nobles are in charge of some of the largest businesses in the pride and employ a substantial number of individuals. They will generally be in the highly respected and well educated professions as well.
...To see a noble in a 'farm' or hunting is almost unheard of.
Typical Professions for a Noble: Nobles gravitate towards clearly and more highly educated professions such as: - Politico - Ambassador - Lawyer - Judge - Doctor
They may choose to do more hands on professions such as farming if they prefer but this would be regarded as an oddity.
The Civilians
Requirement: There are no requirements to become a civilian, all individuals start off as a civilian.
Description: This is the standard rank for all individuals who are part of this great nation. From newborn to adulthood, a lion will retain this 'rank' and remain here unless they marry into the noble houses, or happen to be recognised for their valor by the monarchy.
The life of a Civilian: Life as a civilian is nothing particular special, it's as exciting or as mundane as a feline wishes to make it. Given that a feline can do and be whomever they would like, it is not uncommon for them to cut their own path.
Civilians generally don't mix with nobles unless they work underneath a noble in one of their businesses. Consequently, civilians would frequent 'inns' and other lesser establishments. They would also not be expected to be at high society gatherings.
General manners and etiquette are generally expected, though depending on the overall 'caste' of the family, it is not uncommon to see some with slightly less decorum than others!
Typical Professions for a Civilian: A civilian can have any number of professions, the pride is one of opportunity and an individual who puts in the work can generally become anything they want. Some of the most common professions that you might see are listed below: - Merchant - Bard - Doctor - Farmer - Hunter - Soldier/Guard - Peacekeeper
A civilian will also have access to the Ambassador and Politico ranks during the annual elections.
The Phantoms Currently unavailable until I've had a chance to develop their history further, will eventually introduce them properly but their social structure is too complex. They're a society in itself rather than just a rank.
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Professions within the Pride
Professions within the pride do not carry a unique cert title; due to the manner in which some felines may choose to change their professions/careers they simply carry their 'caste' title of noble, civilian and so on.
There are however several non-certed ranks that carry significantly more weight within the pride. While these may not be certed, they do take up a spot on the memberlist and hold several requirements to use them...
[--Ambassador--] The ambassador is a peculiar rank for the isolationist pride. It is generally expected that the ambassadors will negotiate with external prides and nations to put in place the beginnings of a new alliance.
This particular rank is exclusively selected from those in the Politico as it ensures that the Ambassador is acting on behalf of the pride through democratic elections.
Requirements: - Win election as Politico. - Be elected by Politico as Ambassador. - Ambassadors are then expected to RP once every six months to maintain this rank, but unlike Politico, they don't risk losing it each year.
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[--Politico--] The Politico are the 'politicians' within the pride, they are elected annually by the pride and represent each area of the pride. They are the individuals who will vote on policies when a Monarch is not present and bring them in to law.
When a monarch is present, they act as an advisory council who ensure that the nation's voices are heard.
Requirements: - Win an election. - You will keep this position for a year, then you will need to be re-elected.
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[--Judge--] The Judge is exactly what it implies, they are the individuals who generally oversee disputes for individuals who have broken the law of the nation. When each case has been put forward it is up to them to determine the punishment.
Requirements: - Ten RPs as an active member of society (either nobility or civilian) - Recognition from the Justicars that you are a fair individual - Awareness if you become problematic you will either lose your station or be killed! (Refer to section on Justicars).
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[--Standard Professions--] Beyond those professions listed above, a feline is free to be whatever profession they would like. However, please note that they generally stick to one profession. A lion who switches careers regularly will quickly be recognised as a jack of all trades and a master of none within this pride.
In order to ensure that you remain an upstanding citizen and respected for your art, try to keep the midlife crises and the job hops to a minimal level!
Posted: Wed May 10, 2017 7:40 am
Epine's woeful paint doodle in the middle of work to try and answer some of Pollack's questions earlier regarding geography.
Map needs redone and whatnot, but for now, compass points give indication of where the Al-Siq Justicars live and what the territory is 'known' for.
Members of the Al-Siq regularly travel through every one of these territories and are not limited to a specific region due to a chosen profession, these territories are just "renowned" for specific industries and skills.... etc etc
To Do List: - A new damn map, lawdy... - Proper breakdown of geography of each region - Proper breakdown of how inner "white" part works - No info on lilac yet, we're keeping them secret kthx - Old map will eventually end up in modern art gallery thx.
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Posted: Wed May 10, 2017 7:47 am
Guys I can't remember what your Al-Siq guys are called, pls send help ty ty.
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Not sure if you wanted to have your phantoms actually become Al-Siq in the long term, but just in case, interest thread here!
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Posted: Wed May 10, 2017 10:35 am
-Sends the emergency aid vehicles. Aquila - We'll just go ahead and put her as a noble for now till the purple Justicar is here. Altair - Noble
Annnd you already have my Phantoms listed so we're gucci.
Now to sort out the pride symbol and get the RPs rolling (plus some additional members to add)
Posted: Tue Aug 08, 2017 4:49 am
Cert Background is now below (Big thanks to Kimi omg!)
Pride symbol to follow.
Havase's two children have been added to member list, as have greenie's lions. <3
EDIT: Also, because it was asked and it isn't stated in the thread (will fix), any species can join the Al-Siq but Lions are just the founding species. Hybrids aren't looked down upon but in noble families probably wouldn't be heirs as they can't reproduce.
Phantoms categorically only accept lions due to their own beliefs.
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Posted: Tue Aug 08, 2017 4:31 pm
I'm going to start having a problem but I'm 100% okay with this. Adding new members!
Pride App Form so I can fill it in as I complete bits and pieces...
Pack/Pride Name: The Al-Siq Current IC Owner(s): Epine de Rose Current OOC Owner(s): Epine de Rose
Default ranks: All cubs are born into the same rank as their parents so they will either stay as Civilians or Nobles for life. Cub (Civilian) -> Adol (Civilian) -> Adult (Civilian) Cub (Noble) -> Adol (Noble) -> Adult (Noble)
[Blue] Destati (Epine de Rose) [Green] Oberon (Greenie)
Collective:
[Destati] Gideon (Epine de Rose) [Destati] Adar'malik (Epine de Rose) [Destati] Suu'marle (Epine de Rose) [Destati] Spectre (Epine de Rose) [Destati] Havase (Epine de Rose)
Noble:
Thalyssra (Epine de Rose) Oa (Epine de Rose) Arimathras (Epine de Rose) Epimetheus (Epine de Rose) Nyctimus (Epine de Rose) Aquila (Pollack) - When purple Justicar is here, will move to his/her collective. Altair (Pollack) Tanith (Epine de Rose) Nilda (Kimaria) Cherida (Greenie)
Civilian:
Vida (Epine de Rose) Vidofnir (Epine de Rose) Gus Gus (Epine de Rose) Poeria (Pollack) Theseus (Pollack) Encyclia (Pollack)
Phantom:
Adrastea (Epine de Rose) Metis (Epine de Rose) Amestris (Pollack) Nasim (Pollack) Ukweli (Greenie) Uongo (Greenie) Spare Female Phantom (To be contested) Spare Male Phantom (To be contested) Spare Female Phantom (To be contested) Spare Male Phantom (To be contested)
Brief Description of your Pride/Pack: War torn and isolated, its existence was a secret kept only by the high walls of their own. Divided heavily my religion, tradition and politics - this is a pride filled with intrigue and one where an individual is defined by the side they choose to embrace...
Familiar Rules: All familiars are permitted and retain the same rights as a standard member.
The pride has always been shrouded in myth and legend, a tale of a war between mighty dragons that wasn't entirely inaccurate. The war of dragons remains one of the most venerated to this day and speaks of the birth of the royal line and all that came after it.
Long before the Al-Siq found themselves in the way they are today, they were once ruled by a single lion who united the coloured tribes to bring together his chosen Justicars. Following the destruction of the Black Dragon, the Al-Siq nation was born and united under his paw, they lived in relative peace. Though the dramas and spats of the average mortal would always exist, the thoughts of war and terror were far from their mind.
However, with the fall of the Black Dragon came the birth of superstition, and at the helm of the priests' religious teaching, those of less 'fortunate' colouring were considered to be ominous and dangerous. Though not the will of the Monarch, divisions began to fester and before long a scourge was born. One that fought back against the teachings that implied they were corrupted, weak, and not entitled to live within this world.
In no time at all, they grew in strength and within a small number of generations, they rose up unexpectedly. The casualties were extensive and while the pride did their best to fight back, they found themselves losing ground. It was during this time that the Monarch made his choice and ordered his personal guard away - the order was simple, they were to protect the pride rather than him and while he appreciated their reservations, they understood his decision.
On that day, those feared for their martial prowess displayed why that was so, and the scourge that had threatened their land was gradually pushed back... But it came at considerable price. As gains were made and the Justicars slowly returned to the Emperor's stronghold, they realised that he had fallen in their absence.
With no heirs to his name, for he had never found one to claim as his heart, a power vacuum emerged in what the Justicars feared would incite further division. Fortunately, it seemed the Dragon Priests already had this in paw, and as war seemed to be on the horizon they gave a glimmer of hope.
...While there was no heir yet, one would be born in time. Heralding from the Justicar bloodlines, a pure child would spring fourth and lead the Al-Siq in to a new age. Until that time, the Justicars would tend to the pride's needs and maintain the status quo. It was a prophecy that would be accepted by the majority of the pride and at least secured their safety for a period of time.
This status quo continued for a considerable amount of time and with the nobles restless and the scourge once again preparing for an assault, it seemed less and less likely that a new heir would be born.
And then it actually happened.
Prometheus was born to the blue Justicar and his peculiar mate, and in him, rested a chance for the Al-Siq to grow once more.
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