[OOC] Legacy - Warhammer Fantasy-inspired War NRP

[POOHEAD189]

@RisenDeadI did look at it and I'm not sure who is who, and im working on the sheet now. Clock said the lost Dwarf holds were a good idea, though.

[ClocktowerEchos]

@Brithwyr@wxps350@POOHEAD189@Lauder@Aristo@Vocab@Ophidian@TemplarKnight07@Supreme Commander@RisenDead

Official GM-ly message here, after some mix ups, I am officially going on record as to say that to claim land you DO NOT need a completed NS. Simply claim land, post a WIP NS and update it enough to show us that you are being active. Your final land claim will be discussed after the completion of your NS but this should allow people to know roughly what land is free and where everyone is.

[RisenDead]

@POOHEAD189

You're green.

@ClocktowerEchos

I live to serve and obey! Alrighty folks, doors open then, who wants what?

[POOHEAD189]

@RisenDeadOh, then I accept where you put me. Though I'd like a teeny bit more non mountainous space (only a teeny bit) since Dwarfs do have farmers, and I plan on having a small group of rangers for my lightest troops. Maybe that little forest to the left.

[Woundwort]

@Ophidian

I apologize if you think I am being heavy handed. I am just hoping to motivate people to get posting! Right now it's a rather small group of us despite the interest. No harm in trying to get everyone to get cracking is there?

@RisenDead

Well, I'll be honest. It's stuff like that tends to make me want to *leave* RPG's. It's natural some players are going to drop out, it happens, it sucks, but it happens. Trying to force it...well, from my end..

I've been sort of immersing myself in history on the Italian city states and the philosophies (rereading key parts of The Prince) thereof I'm basing my vampires on-being told I've got to basically rush it through instead of doing a good job to get the piece of land I want is a bit....demoralizing.

And then my other worry is people will end up rushing for pieces of land, instead of talking it out OOC-which could cause the bane of all RPG's, OOC conflict.

But

uh

it seems irrelevant now.

[KremeSupreme]

I'll mark my location tomorrow

[RisenDead]

@POOHEAD189

Done and done

@Ophidian

No worries, I get it. Sorry for the approach! Looking forward to seeing your guys!

[ClocktowerEchos]

I've been sort of immersing myself in history on the Italian city states and the philosophies (rereading key parts of The Prince)

@Ophidian

Now that is dedication that I approve of.

totallydoesn'tremindmeofmeheheheh

[POOHEAD189]

I haven't read The Prince in awhile. Good times.
Also, am working on my sheet now.

[Woundwort]

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Now that is dedication that I approve of.

totallydoesn'tremindmeofmeheheheh

@ClocktowerEchos

I haven't read The Prince in awhile. Good times.
Also, am working on my sheet now.

@POOHEAD189

Currently on "why you should never ever use mercenaries" part 1...

[TemplarKnight07]

I live to serve and obey! Alrighty folks, doors open then, who wants what?

@RisenDead

I believe I marked my section earlier, but if that wasn't seen, its on my sheet in terms of what I had intended, though honestly its wherever we placed The World's End Mountains as being.

EDIT: Fuck, didn't see the new map, will change it shortly.

[ClocktowerEchos]

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I believe I marked my section earlier, but if that wasn't seen, its on my sheet in terms of what I had intended, though honestly its wherever we placed The World's End Mountains as being.

EDIT: Fuck, didn't see the new map, will change it shortly.

@TemplarKnight07

Seeing as you are basically notSkaven and there are no more world's edge mountains, would you mind basically being everywhere like the beast men only underground and able to literally pop up anywhere?

[POOHEAD189]

Not done yet, but edited my last Thundrim Kadrin nation sheet and updated it (am about to delve back into it). If anyone wants to see. Hehehehehehe *chuckles under his beard and waddles back to forging*

[Woundwort]

Been doing some work myself.

Like, 50% of the Eastermark Counties runs off of stiff-minded, almost delusional levels of "it's just what you do."

Half of them aren't fighting the "tides of barbarity" because they think they can *win*, but because it's what a Doge/Count/whathaveyou is supposed to do.

[TemplarKnight07]

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Seeing as you are basically notSkaven and there are no more world's edge mountains, would you mind basically being everywhere like the beast men only underground and able to literally pop up anywhere?

@ClocktowerEchos

I also noticed the notice you put about that on the map.

I mean, it works. I just wonder if I should mark major "known" entrances into the Under-Republic like Petrus's Maw. I mean, its an enormous gate carved into the side of a mountain. But yeah, otherwise there's tunnels and passages leading into the Under-Republic basically around most mountain ranges. Ignatius just decided to start by sending the whole Vermintide out through the main gate.

[RisenDead]

@TemplarKnight07

Just let me know where you want your main gate and I'll add it in! I'll also try for a cooler font...

[POOHEAD189]

The High Kingdom of Thundrim Kadrin

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Overview

The High Kingdom is a nation comprised of the hardy, skilled, and venerable Dwarven race. Comprised of various Thanes beholden to a High King within the mountains of their sea-locked nation. They're master artisans, soldiers, miners, engineers, and brewmasters.

Geography

Map Claim

History

One of the oldest races in the world, the Dwarf histories stretch back over 10,000 years. It would take too long for it all to be spake in such a small amount of space as 150,000 characters! Needless to say, they were once a great and prosperous empire, spanning across the continent with Thundrims in almost every mountains, as well as Farms and lands all across the foothills.
It was when a chain of earthquakes wracked the continent 5,000 years ago that their decline began, for their enemies began to grow in number as well, the foul Orcs and pathetic Vermin. The Elves and Men claimed land as well, and for the last 2,000 years they have declined even further until now the once prosperous race is in one mountain chain. The 12 Kings of Dwarfs had to retreat or were slain, and now reside as the 12 Thanes along the mountain, beholden to the High King.

Government

All Dwarves are governed by High King Bagrick Grimbeard, who has 12 lesser Thanes that rule great Dwarf holds, and Stewards that rule lesser regions and outposts. While Thundrim Kadrin has a strong central government, there is a checks and balances system provided with the High Council, comprised of the nations Thanes, War heroes, Honored Longbeards, and the High Priest. Every Thane has a small number of retainers, included but not limited to an Honored Scribe (who records grudges in the Book of Reckoning), a Rune Priest, and a Master of Economics.

Race Description

A Dwarf stands 4 to 4 1/2 feet tall. Males are typically 180-200 pounds, while females weigh between 140 and 160. The males have well groomed and long facial hair. Contrary to popular belief, females do not have beards. Though they pride themselves on their long braids of hair as the males do with facial hair. A Dwarf has a life expectancy close to 400 years. While some Elves might use magic to increase their lifespan, some Dwarves do so out of sheer willpower. They are organized, brilliant tacticians, ingenuitive, strong willed, strong of arm, enduring, and resistant to magic and poison (though not immune). They can smell freshly cut stone, can spot imperfections of metal and stone as 2nd nature, and have a 6th sense of knowing where they are at all times underground, within a mountain, or great structure of stone.

Culture

Dwarf culture revolves around honor, wealth, wisdom, skill, and determination. If you have all of these, congratulations, you're a fine addition to the kingdom. Dwarfs enjoy past times like the brewing and drinking of ale, hunting, crafting, forging, axe throwing, wrestling, and counting gold. The culture is also big on vengeance, so woe to any who pisses them off.

Economy/Industry

The Dwarf economy revolves around metal (both precious and utility), stone, skilled craftsmen, explorers, and the brewing of potent ale.

Magic

Dwarfs use Runic Magic. They do not ignite the fuel of the Winds of Magic. Instead, they trap it inside a rune to bind it and hold it. When so confined, the magic can be used safely. Runesmiths treat magic like any other Dwarf craft. Mastery takes patience, hard work, and dedication. While this gives them less versatility in battle with spells, it also means that the spells that are wrought are effective and reliable. This also means their runic weapons will stay magically enhanced until the world's ending.

[code]Name: What is the spell called?
Lore: What Lore (type) of magic is it? Fire, Storm, Beast, etc. Feel free to make up your own lore if you feel inclined.
Type: (Offensive, Support, AOE, Single Target, Debuff, Buff, etc)
Short Description: Tell us a little about your spell, enough to wrap our heads around it.

Dwarf/Military Overview (Pros and Cons)

A Dwarf is a natural fighter. Though shorter than men, they are far bulkier and considerably stronger and tougher than the average manling. Even if there were a man that was the size of a Dwarf in width and height, a Dwarf would innately be stronger due to their natural physiology of an extremely physical, mountainish race. Their strength pales in comparison to their endurance however. You would be hard pressed to find any creature on this vast world more enduring physically, mentally, and even magically, than a Dwarf. These traits, coupled with them being psychologically unable to not strive for perfection in what they set their mind to, have made them one of the most effective militaries in the land. They have powerful and disciplined infantry, terrifying ranged weaponry, the highest caliber weapons/armor (most likely powerfully enchanted with runes), with the most advanced technology and artillery to date. Their weaknesses lie in their lack of any light units or. They only have one unit that can effectively commit anything close to guerrilla warfare. This, in addition to no light cavalry, means they have very little options when it comes to fighting an enemy outside of a true engagement (other than traps, rangers, and Thunder Wasps). Their rune magic, while undoubtedly powerful, is also less versatile than Elvish and Mannish spells, for instance. The last failing of this hearty race is numbers. The Dwarfs, while not endangered as of yet, are a race that is on the decline. The destruction of their vast empire has left them with a fraction of the numbers they used to have. An example: The Great Hold/City of Barak-Kazul, that once boasted nearly half a million Dwarfs in its heyday, and another half a million in the surrounding area, now holds a skeleton population of 50,000.

Melee Units

Name: Dwarf Warrior/Soldier
Type: Tier 2/Medium Melee Unit (short distance range unit)
Short Description: The average Dwarf warrior, well supplied with Axes, Hammers, Pikes, and even broad swords every now and then. All Dwarfs are trained as soldiers, and have a single minded determination to defend their lands and honor. This might be the most common unit, but never underestimate their prowess. Dwarf warriors can form effective shield walls and are legendary for their enduring morale and stamina. Many soften up their targets with throwing axes.


Name: Greatbeard
Type: Tier 3-4/Medium Melee Unit
Short Description: Veteran Dwarf Warriors that have fought and bled upon the battlefield for centuries. They have seen it all. Demons, Orcs, Elvish arrows coming their way, you name it. They're bigger and tougher than other Dwarfs, with skin as thick as leather, and finely wrought armor and weapons. Their huge beards and scars show how wise, dangerous, and tough they are to have survived until their twilight years. Many of them wield runic weaponry.


Name: Anvil Guard
Type: Tier 4/Heavy Melee Unit
Short Description: The Anvils are living walls of defense, that hit back. They are expert tunnel fighters, but serve just as well above ground as a near un-breachable wall of Baldr and Iron metal encasing Dwarf slabs of muscle. They are armed with full plate armor, helms, and shields, and wield well forged Axes and Hammers with well disciplined efficiency. They are the greatest line of defense the Dwarfs have, and for such a well defended army, that is saying something.



Name: Dwarf Sapper
Type: Tier 2/ Armor Piercing, Anti-Fortification
Short Description: The Miner's guild contributes to the war effort as any honorable guild would. These Dwarfs use large, double headed Picks that can punch through enemy armor. They also have spades as secondary weapons, and for use of digging under (or towards) enemy fortifications to plant explosives or pave the way for other warriors. They carry explosive charges than can also be thrown, if need be.


Name: Berserkers
Type: Tier 3-4 Melee
Short Description: Armed with any weapons they can find (generally a large hammer or axe, and many throwing axes) these Dwarfs have channeled their hatred for the enemies of the Dwarfs to insane levels, giving in to their bloodthrist and reveling in combat.


Name: Iron Guard
Type: Tier 3 Melee/Anti-Large, Armor, Cavalry.
Short Description: These Dwarfs are nearly as heavily armored as the Anvil guard, but trade shields for the two handed PoleAxe. They're known for their stalwart determination and wicked efficiency in their attacks and Polearm wall.

Hider

Hider

Name: Dwarfen Honorguard (Great Weapons)
Type: Tier 3-4/ Great Weapon Melee unit
Short Description: Known for their loyalty and skill, the Honorguard are well equipped in the finest of armor to protect them as they wield their huge Axes and Hammers with practiced ease, knocking aside enemy shields and formations and cleaving their way through enemy lines. They are deadly and proficient at what they do, and what they do is hit very very hard.

Ranged Units

While the Dwarfs do not have the natural affinity for bows like the Elves, the Dwarfen hunting tradition, as well as their perfectionist and determined tendencies, have made their ranged units efficiently disciplined and terrifyingly accurate. The fact that they also carry axes, well wrought mail, and shield on the backs also makes them effective in melee as a last resort.


Name: Bolters
Type: Tier 2-3/Armored Ranged Unit
Short Description: Despite the discovery and manipulation of Gunpowder, the use and making of Crossbows is a time honored tradition, and the Dwarfs prove it's still a deadly weapon on the battlefield. With moderate stopping power that can pierce all but the finest armor, quick reload time, and unerring reliability, the Crossbow is just as effective as ever. It also has the added ability to use 'special' quarrels that can contain alchemical effects.


Name: Caplock Infantry/RifleDwarfs
Type: Tier 2-3/Armored Ranged Unit
Short Description: In recent centuries, the Dwarf armies have upgraded from the Flintlock firing mechanism to the Caplock/Percussion firing system, making their Dwarf rifles of Iron, bronze, and wood more reliable to be used even in rain, and quicker to reload. While the rifle has slightly less range than a crossbow, it is still long firing, with even larger stopping power, and a demoralizing crack that can unnerve the enemy. If the Dwarf is efficient (and any Dwarf worth his beard is!) then they can fire 5 times a minute unless they are interrupted. The Dwarfs are armored in mail and half plate armor, with shields on their backs, and Axes at their hips. They have stout bayonets mounted on their rifles as well to repel charges.


Name: Hammergun Infantry
Type: Tier 3/ Anti-Large (or Infantry with Grenades)/Fortification ranged unit
Short Description: A cross between the Rifle and the Cannon, these miniature launchers fire heavy shells (or even grenades to attack infantry) at the enemy to kill bigger monsters or to bash through fortified walls/enemy lines. The faceless, helmeted Dwarfs wielding these weapons don't carry any other weapon, but are armored in mail and can swing these iron weapons like makeshift bludgeons.


Name: Dragonfire/Dragonbreath Infantry
Type: Tier 3/Flamer Ranged Unit
Short Description: Dragonfire/Dragonbreath Dwarfs are armored similarly to their Hammergun brethren, only instead they wield great guns that shoot deadly alchemical fire. Their guns have two settings. A spray of flame that can incinerate enemy lines, or firebreath buckshot that are more accurate but less wide ranging for more personal shots so as not to harm their own lines.


Name: Dwarf Rangers/Pathfinders
Type: Tier 3/Moderately tough/quick Ranged Unit
Short Description: Over 1,500 years ago, the great Hunter and Pathfinder Nargim Orcslayer had acclaimed over 1,000 Grobi kills before his first century of life with crossbow and axe, using his previous knowledge of hunting Elk, Boars, and Mountain cats. The Elders of the Hold decided that he should teach students to fight within the foothills of the forest as he would, and so the Ranger tradition was born. These Dwarfs are armored in iron chain mail and leather, wearing green cloaks and wielding crossbows and hand axes. While they are still well armored, they are the lightest and quickest Dwarf troops, able to set traps, cause ambushes, and flee into forests. Their legs are as short as any Dwarfs however, and use their woodland knowledge and green cloaks to escape more than their (relatively) fast speed.

Artillery Units

Name: Dwarf Stone Launcher/Catapult
Type: Tier 2 Artillery/ Anti-Fortification & Anti-Infantry
Short Description: Despite the Cannon becoming popular the last thousand years or so, the Catapult is still a reliable and effective way to reduce structures to rubble and disrupt enemy formations. Their ammo is generally unlimited as well.


Name: Dwarf Cannon
Type: Tier 3 Artillery/ Anti Fortification & Anti Large
Short Description:Dwarfs are the finest engineers in the world, honing their Cannon making craft to near perfection. While there is the occasional malfunction, their Cannons are superb in range, firepower, and reliability.


Name: Multi Shot Cannon
Type: Tier 3 Artillery/ Anti-Fortification & Anti-Infantry/Morale
Short Description: A smaller caliber cannon used to kill infantry and disrupt infantry, and to soften walls for Dwarf attackers.

Cavalry Units

Dwarfs are not a race of Cavalry. They prefer reliability and solid footing rather than speed, and they have no light cavalry units. What they do have, is one unit of heavy Cavalry that strikes like an avalanche.

Name: Ram/Boar Riders
Type: Tier 3/Heavy Cavalry Unit
Short Description: The Dwarfs have made use of the great Boars and Rams of the mountains, the beasts growing large enough for a Dwarf to ride upon them for battle. They are not used as scouting units, and in fact most of the time they are not used at all unless the strategies of their Generals demand it. This unit is essentially an avalanche of heavily armored Dwarf and Beast, very good for mowing down infantry and slamming into other Cavalry. While not as fast as horses generally, the Rams and Boars are able to carry their riders into the mountains and out of reach from horseman.

Special Units

Hider

Name: Dwarf Steam Tank
Type: Tier 4/Large Armored Unit
Short Description:A steam powered Tank set on tracks, with a main cannon. It's just as effective ramming into troops and monsters as it is firing its cannon. The Enginners inside that pilot it also wield pistols they can fire out of the side slots.

My Hider

Name: Dwarf Gyrocopters
Type: Tier 3/Anti Infantry/Scout Unit
Short Description: A recent invention, made 400 years ago, the Gyrocopter is a reliable and safe flying unit used for transportation and scouting. The Dwarf inside has two Rifles, a dozen grenades he could drop on troops, and a makeshift parachute. They are very limited in number.


Name: Runepriest
Type: Tier 3 Magic User
Short Description: Dwarf magic users than wield rune staves in battle to cast spells and beat enemies, they're armored with light chainmail, sturdy leather, and cloth robes with runes of protection.

Lord/Hero

[code]Name: Bagrik Grimbeard the Reclaimer, King of Thundrim Kadrin
Position: What spot do they occupy in your faction?
Powers: The King carries the Twin Hammers of Fate, runes blazing along it powerful enough to bypass any armor and slay any Demon. It is said these hammers will deal the blow that decides the world.
Short Bio/Personality: When the last King was killed 60 years ago by a greater Demon who mocked the line of Kings, proclaiming the Dwarfs would never regain their lost glory, Bagrik was sworn in as High King of Thundrim Kadrin. His first act was to swear that he would regain the lost Thundrims one after the other, though not at the expense of his people. The Elders agreed that they were with him, and the past 60 years he has been fortifying his Kingdom for war. He is well loved by the Dwarfs.


Name: Ragni FelAxe, brother to the King.
Position: High General and (considered to be) Greatest Warrior
Powers: Axe of Felling (can cut through any armor) and Hammer of Godrikk (can banish foul sorcery and return to Ragni's grasp when thrown).
Short Bio/Personality: The King's younger brother and protector of the realm, Ragni has the most kills in single combat than any Dwarf in the Kingdom. He seeks only to protect the King and their Kingdom from all foreign invaders, and sissy Elves.


[code]Name: Grimbold Ironhammer
Position: High Thane of the Ironhammer Hold
Powers: Wields an unbreakable runic Axe, and Valdium shield.
Short Bio/Personality: Last descendant of an ancient line of lesser Kings, now called Thanes, Grimbold wishes to regain his lost Thundrim in the east. He has a particular distaste for Skaven, having fought them many times in the past (Greenskins have been his foe many a time too).


Name: Sketti Hammerhand
Position: Engineer
Powers: Fair Melee combatant, also has various bombs, pistols, and has turned his missing left forearm into a multipurpose weapon/tool.
Short Bio/Personality: Initially one of the best Engineers in the guild, he quit to become freelance and experiment on what he deemed worthy. He lost his forearm from a great Wolf ridden by a Goblin. He killed both, but had to sacrifice the limb. He's known as an eccentric and insane, but damned good Engineer.


Name: Geradin Farforger
Position: High Rune Priest
Powers: Do they have anything of note about them or use any spells or carry any unique weapons?
Short Bio/Personality: Known for his wisdom and skill in runes, Geradin of the Farforger clan has been a Rune priest for over 250 years and is well respected as one of the greatest Priests in this age.

[Brithwyr]

I'm in Teal

[Slamurai]

I don't have enough on my sheet to post it, but I do hope that a good portion of the desert and southeast plains can be saved. Else, there's few good locations where horse tribes could have developed.

[Brithwyr]

Lescatie

The Most Serene Kingdom of Lescatie

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Overview

A kingdom occupied by Faeries and the like, heavily inspired by Celtic Mythology. Whilst generally peacful, the chaos around them and the risk of invasion by outsiders has driven them to a state of combat readiness, willing to fight and die to protect their glens and glades.

Geography

Map Claim

Lescatie is well known for its expansive forests and hilly walks. The Fae's penchant for building homes underground or in treetops means that the environment is mostly untouched, with the occasional cairn or milestone. The whole nation has a wild and rugged look, and is incredibly rich in resources that the Fae never use. To hold Lescatie would be to hold one of the most environmentally stunning places on the planet
Lescatie is run from the capital city of Glasborough, with other major cities including Kilderry, Strathness, the Orcadian Island and Redwing Brae. Major military forts include Fort St Wick, Fort Melitta, Fort Dalkenny and Fort Belclyde

History

(Pending)

Government

The Seelie Court functions as a standard Monarchy, with the King or Queen being the De Jure leader of the nation. Inheritance laws permit the monarch to choose their own heir, which causes many princes and princesses to clamour for support from their parents and other lords alike. However, King and Prince are largely nominal titles, since female rulers are almost always chosen to rule. The last time a male heir was elected, the following succession crisis saw him abdicate mere weeks after taking the throne. Below the Queen are, of course, her dukes, earls, counts, viscounts and barons. Other than the dukes, Vassals tend to focus their efforts on other vassals.
The vassal contract is a very loose and flexible arrangement, allowing dukes to run their duchies almost like independent nations. It is not uncommon for one duke to declare war on outside territories in the name of expansion without the Queen's backing. This means the Queen cannot be held accountable for her Duke's actions but also means she cannot stop a duke from declaring war on outsiders and must specifically have enforced realm peace through her Court to prevent internal wars - a process that is both unpopular and time consuming.

Race Description

Lescatie citizenry is comprised mostly of Aos Si, or Aes Sidhe. These fae creatures are shorter than the average human, with males being around three and a half foot and females roughly four foot tall. Aos Si are universally feminine and lissom in looks. Males are easily mistaken for females to humans, though to these fairies the difference is very clear. What is masculine to most other races is considered animalistic and bestial to an Aos Si. The distinction between Aos Si and Fae is a blurry one and the two terms are often used interchangeably - however there is a very big difference between Fae and Faeries/Fairies. Simply put, a Faery is a subspecies of Fae. A pixie, for example, is a Fae but not a Faery. Locals tend to get very upset when they are mislabeled, even though from an outsider's perspective there is little different about them.
Aos Si possess a variety of powers and abilities depending on what sub-race they are. Just about every Aos Si can fly, for example - some have big, beautiful butterfly wings, some have fluffy moth wings, some have bird wings and some have no wings whatsoever and simply glide through the air. By looking at the wings of the Fae and where it lives, one can find out just what kind of Fae it is
Faeries, Pixies and Sylphs are easily the most common types of winged Fae, and other than wing shape and skin colour, these creatures appear very alike. Faeries have beautiful gossamer butterfly wings, pixies have nimble bee wings and Sylphs have fluffy moth wings. Sylphs are also pale green in colouration, whilst Faeries are dark skinned and pixies light skinned. In the water you will find Nymphs and Nereids - physical differences are negligible, but both have different magical abilities and cultures. The parrot-winged Mockingfae, known for its ability to imitate sounds perfectly, are considerably rarer than other types and most make a profession singing at taverns and inns. Redcaps, Spriggans and other more earthy faeries can be found in the deep forests - earth fae are considerably more serious and humourless than their air and water dwelling cousins, and are typically stereotyped as grumpy wet blankets.
It isn't all fun and games, though. Sinister and creepy beasts dwell in Lescatie that inspire nothing short of terror in their merrier cousins. Banshees are a well known example, being so horrendous they are often mistaken for ghosts. The Three Riders make every little Faery tremble and the Tooth Fairy? Well, let's just say she isn't what modern myths make her out to be. A lot of the time, these Dark Fae are no more aggressive or dangerous than your average Pixie. That doesn't stop them being nightmare inducing to the unprepared.
Finally, there are the "animal" Fae. The most common of these are the Cait Sith and Cu Sith, which resemble bipedal cats and dogs, but sheep, wolves, horses and seals have also been noted - Defaid, Wulver, Kelpies and Selkies respectively. Due to their bestial looks, it is not unheard of for pet trappers to accidently take these things instead of real cats and dogs. They are just as intelligent as any other Fae and have retained the ability to talk to the animals of which they are based off of.

Culture

Lescatie Culture is split right down the middle between the Seelie and the Unseelie.
Seelie, or "light fae", are the average pixie, sylph, faery, Cait Sith, etc. It is the nature of these creatures to discover and learn. A more curious culture one will struggle to find. The adventurous and playful aspects of society are those most stressed, to the degree where many Fae dont have settled homes and instead wander between barrows and cities. A Seelie is expected to wear bright colours, be a social butterfly and foster a healthy curiosity for foreigners. Seelie can talk to total strangers as if they knew each other their entire lives. In order to build and maintain relationships between friends, Seelie hold large banquets, tea parties and, on smaller scales, perform pranks and tricks to build bonds.
The Unseelie are far more serious. They focus on honour and duty, and that duty is to defend Lescatie to their last breath. Often suspicious of foreigners, Unseelie look to themselves and the Seelie to do the duty they believe they were created to do. Unseelie are more practical and less social, often coming across as cold and blunt. They speak of the "greater good", which is used to excuse poor acts performed by its members if the action contributes to this greater good. Unseelie are far more socially conservative and more brusque.
Both Seelie and Unseelie worship two deities, the Allfaither and the Sea Mither. The Allfaither is believed to be a creator deity who gave fathered all living creatures, whilst the Sea Mither is responsible for creating non-living things, like rocks, earth, gems and the oceans. They are truly benevolent deities. The Fae, both Seelie and Unseelie, believe it is their job to look after Lescatie, as commanded by the Allfaither himself. "Ye shaa swatch tae yir mither's wark, 'at she has created fir ye, an' ye shaa watch ower it. Fur it nurtures ye an' keeps ye alife, sae ye main dae th' sam fir it". The Allfaither also teaches benevolence to foreign cultures and religions. "Th' allfaither is worshipped in mony forms, by mony names an' by mony fowk. Ergo, ye wulnae strike doon those ay an alien faith tae yoorselves in mah nam, fur ye will strike doon yer ain brithers".
Because of the political nature of marriage in these turbulent times, it has been weaponised to its fullest potential. Polygamy and the use of concubines and consorts has always been accepted, but relatively recently same-gender marriages were legalised. This helps Dukes, Counts and the Queen herself broaden the marriage pool for heirs and children - though usually the married couple needs to employ some consorts of the oppoiste gender to reproduce.

Economy/Industry

Agrarian to the extreme, Seelie culture despises more industrialised methods of production. Their economy is incredibly strictly run and anyone hoping to get into business is going to be regulated out the wazoo. Great care must be taken to avoid pollution and environmental damage. This, of course, makes creating large scale businesses incredibly difficult and the economy is propped up mostly by small trading stalls and independent businessmen. To counter this, Lords have the power to directly appropriate businesses whose owners fail to pay regular taxes, violate the environmental protection laws or generally violate rules and regulation. Foreign goods, particularly those mass manufactured, are taxed to hell and back in an act of blatant protectionism. Many foreign imports are banned altogether.

Magic

Lore of the Seelie

Spell Format

Name: What is the spell called?
Type: (Offensive, Support, AOE, Single Target, Debuff, Buff, etc)
Short Description: Tell us a little about your spell, enough to wrap our heads around it.

Lore of the Unseelie

Spell Format

Name: What is the spell called?
Type: (Offensive, Support, AOE, Single Target, Debuff, Buff, etc)
Short Description: Tell us a little about your spell, enough to wrap our heads around it.

Lore of the Lost

Spell Format

Name: What is the spell called?
Type: (Offensive, Support, AOE, Single Target, Debuff, Buff, etc)
Short Description: Tell us a little about your spell, enough to wrap our heads around it.

Lore of the Allfaither

Spell Format

Name: What is the spell called?
Type: (Offensive, Support, AOE, Single Target, Debuff, Buff, etc)
Short Description: Tell us a little about your spell, enough to wrap our heads around it.

Spell Format

Name: What is the spell called?
Type: (Offensive, Support, AOE, Single Target, Debuff, Buff, etc)
Short Description: Tell us a little about your spell, enough to wrap our heads around it.

Military

Peasant Levvy

Name: Seelie Levy
Type: Peasant Levy
Short Description: Desperate times call for desperate measures. Aos Si don't like levy systems, but even they must acknowledge that throwing meat into the grinder until it clogs can be an effective tactic

Faery Light Swordsmen

Name: Seelie Light Swordsmen
Type: Light Swordsmen
Short Description: Aos Si falling on the Seelie end of the spectrum tend to be lightweight, lissom and nimble. Ergo, the most effective Aos Si swordsmen are those with light armour and long, thin rapiers. Like what this unit has.

Light Spearmen

Name: Seelie Light Spearmen
Type: Light Spearmen
Short Description: Like the swordsmen above, only with spears. Light spears, quick and nimble and good for stabbin'

Swordsmen

Name: Seelie Heavy Swordsmen
Type: Light Swordsmen
Short Description: The Seelie idea of a "heavy" swordsman is a Light swordsman with a shield.

Heavy Spearmen

Name: Seelie Heavy Spearmen
Type: Light Spearman
Short Description: Like the Heavy Swordsmen, the main difference between a Light Spearman and a Heavy spearman is the presence of a shield

Seelie Archers

Name: Seelie Archer Contingent
Type: Light Archers
Short Description: Plenty of Aos Si are accomplished hunters. Sure, people might bleed a bit more and occasionally beg for mercy in a language they can understand, but its all the same really.

Queensguard

Name: Queensguard
Type: Heavy Spearmen, Mages
Short Description: Only ever seen with either the Queen or one of her children, these guys mean serious business. Only the finest of the fine get to join the Queensguard

Spriggans

Name: Spriggan Warriors
Type: Golem
Short Description: The wooden women of the forest and avowed protectors of the Glades, ready to strike at a moment's notice. Often mistaken for Dryads, you do NOT want to get in the way of their claws

Spriggan Matrons

Name: Spriggan Matron
Type: Golem, Independent
Short Description: Guardians of the Glades and Glens, the Matron is an accomplished beastmaster and WILL turn non-sentient animals on their masters. She's no slouch in teh swirling melee and will employ hordes of stinging bees to soften the foe up before finishing them off with vicious claw strikes

Unseelie Soldiers

Name: Unseelie Light Unit
Type: Light Infantry
Short Description: One or a few lines about what they are, what weapons they carry, Total War style if that makes any sense

Unseelie Heavy Soldiers

Name: Unseelie Heavy Unit
Type: Heavy Infantry
Short Description: One or a few lines about what they are, what weapons they carry, Total War style if that makes any sense

Unseelie Archer

Name: Unseelie Archer Contingent
Type: Light Archers
Short Description: One or a few lines about what they are, what weapons they carry, Total War style if that makes any sense

Sluagh

Name: Sluagh Horde
Type: Undead Beast
Short Description: "Let go of your grudges, lest ye be destined to wander the bogs in murderous rage".

Banshee

Name: Banshee
Type: Independent, Ghost
Short Description: The banshee does not scream or wail, as most believe. She sings. She sings songs of forthcoming doom and disaster, predicting destruction for the enemy army. Whilst occupying a mostly supportive role on the battlefield, parrying with empty air is no easy feat and she can call the spirits of the dead to her aid. Beware.

Dearg-Due

Name: Dearg-due
Type: Vampiric, Light Infantry
Short Description: Dearg-Due are the Fae equivalent of of Dhampirs - light, fast and thriving off the blood of the fallen. The more they kill, the stronger they get.

Dullahan

Name: The Dullahan
Type: Heavy Axe Cavalry, Undead, Independent
Short Description: The infamous Dullahan, of Headless Horseman fame. This fearsome demon rides into battle atop a phantom horse and cuts down most in his path.

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Queen Morganna

Name: Her Highest Majesty Queen Morganna of the Wilds, High Queen of the Seelie and Mistress of the Unseelie, Queen of Lescatie
Position: Queen
Powers: Do they have anything of note about them or use any spells or carry any unique weapons?
Short Bio/Personality: A few short lines on why/how they came to power and how are they generally perceived.

Lady Kayleigh

Name: Her Majesty Lady Kayleigh Goldwine of the Estate of Morganna, Heiress to the Throne
Position: What spot do they occupy in your faction?
Powers: Do they have anything of note about them or use any spells or carry any unique weapons?
Short Bio/Personality: A few short lines on why/how they came to power and how are they generally perceived.

Lady Aine

Name: Her Majesty Lady Aine
Position: What spot do they occupy in your faction?
Powers: Do they have anything of note about them or use any spells or carry any unique weapons?
Short Bio/Personality: A few short lines on why/how they came to power and how are they generally perceived.

Tanist Llaeth

Name: His Majesty Tanist Llaeth Windwhisperer of the Estate of Morganna, Fifth Heir to the Throne
Position: Tanist
Powers:
Hammer and a half - Llaeth uses a Hand and a Half Warhammer
Unpredictable Leader - Llaeth doesn't have one set tactic and is constantly changing plans midway through a battle. Your troops won't see it coming, and neither will you.
Bouts of Mania - Llaeth may occasionally experience manic bursts, regaining energy and morale.
Fields of Blood - The battlefield is a stressful place, no-one denies this. But it affects some more than others. If Llaeth loses all morale, he will suffer a psychotic break, attacking nearby enemies rather than retreating. When the nearby fields are clear, then he will come back to his senses.
Short Bio/Personality: Llaeth is the youngest son of Queen Morgana, and second youngest child. Since his youth, he was... unusual. Quiet, brooding, inquisitive without asking questions. In the darkness of night, his caretakers reported hearing him whispering to himself. As others played in the sun, he shunned the light and took solace in dark, dusty libraries reserved for scholars ten times his age. His speech became rarer and more confusing. His midnight whispers began to happen during the day. He locked himself in his quarters for hours on end. The court whispered that he was unwell, that he was losing his grip on reality. Yet his mother and siblings never did anything about it. Llaeth was young, attractive and far away enough from the throne to be useful in a political marriage without posing a risk - his abnormalities would have to be endured.
But ignoring him proved a poor move. His quirks eventually manifested themselves as full-blown lunacy. He started switching between moments of manic energy and joy and moody, foul moods at unpredictable intervals. He would no longer lock himself away, but would instead take long walks into the wilderness, sometimes not coming back for several days. In his joyous moments, he was as playful and as merry as any sprite. In his darker moments, he spoke in riddles and had a haunted look in his eyes. And the things he said...
This lunacy had another unforeseen effect. The boy often frequented the arena "for fun" and by god, it was a sight to be seen. Even the greatest of the arena's champions couldn't match his boundless energy, ferocious bloodlust and insane strength that belied his small, pretty frame. One of the finest warriors in the nation, nobles are willing to overlook his "quirks" if he can keep getting them victories

Tanist Caoime

Name: His Majesty Tanist Caoime Swiftstep of the Estate of Morganna, fourth Heir to the Throne
Position: Tanist
Powers: Do they have anything of note about them or use any spells or carry any unique weapons?
Short Bio/Personality: A few short lines on why/how they came to power and how are they generally perceived.

Lady Eilidh

Name: Her Majesty Eilidh
Position: What spot do they occupy in your faction?
Powers: Do they have anything of note about them or use any spells or carry any unique weapons?
Short Bio/Personality: A few short lines on why/how they came to power and how are they generally perceived.

WIP, obviously...