Praise to the dark elven kin that see the spirits as their savor. 

Ruathar had convinced Qudlia to have child. The woman swore off having anymore. A child of thirty plus years, which had changed the dark elven womans mind. Calling upon the might of the spirits to defend mortals. She hoped she would make it beyond, for the sake of her son that she threaten to depart with the call of Inferni. she made a promise.To return to her kin, her son, when all this was over...

Holding off the demons

Qudlia sat upon the bridge, glancing around to see if any saw her. The dark elf removes her mask, tears running down her face as she attempts to collect herself. The pain of likely loosing so much life defending Korvassa struck her with grief. Her gaze shifting to the sands. She had gathered followers to help her prepare the far folks. Her heart tinged with guilt, feeling she could do more to the farfolk, which had offered the dark elven people aid in days of need. It was time, she did the very same.  

 

After calling upon the might of the spirits, Qudlia retires to the lands of Horen. Moving into a chapel of GOD. The dark elf, offers prayer to the spirits outside the temple of GOD. praying to her spirits in silent. For the first time in her days, she offers GOD praise. Cutting her palm to offer the spirits praise. She asks the lord of earth for praise, and to the north Bregthar sends Qudlia...to offer her aid to the mortal races...and she was never one deny the call

A departure, and a dissolution

The child of Velulaei wavers

To the Ashen Folk of Renelia,

All reigns come to an end eventually, and so must mine. Many years ago I was known as Mortal King, then Archon, and now simply Ailmar. Throughout the years many have found enjoyment in my misery, and thus at last I tell them: you have won. 

The fallen of Vira’ker, who started a war for reasons still unknown to me, you have won. You never failed to kill us, nor to genocide our kin; but you have managed to break me. Lies, slander and bloodshed are all you ever resorted to. You needed bandits to fight your wars. Rhys and Zaos never dared show your faces to me, for you are and always will be remembered as cowards. You failed to kill us, but it matters little in the end, for you have won.

Rhaella Ashwood, the woman I once loved, you have won. I trusted you, and you were the one to truly give me warmth in my cold life. You abandon my comatose body, my sons and your sisters. You move to a Shade infested den and then attempt to kill one of my councillors. Why you have resorted to such is beyond me Rhaella, but it matters little in the end, for you have won.

The Warhawkes of Aegrothond, who spread nothing but lies of me and my kin, you have won. Why any of you hold onto the belief that I once genocided your kin is beyond me, for you fail to realize there were Warhawkes living in Renelia, many years ago. You fail to realize your kin has never been harmed within our walls before for being Warhawkes. It matters little in the end, for you have won.

You have all won, you have won in breaking my will, my drive and my love for my people. You have managed to push an already broken man over the edge, and for that I applaud you. There are still those that remain close to my heart, and even after I depart I will never forget about you.

Everything must come to an end, and so must Renelia. It is therefore that I, Ailmar Velulaei’onn, Archon of Renelia, declare the Renelian state to be dissolved. Its titles are no longer valid, and whoever feels the need to use them or claims them otherwise is an imposter.

I will remain within the palace of New Magara’lin until this city falls into ruin. It will be my final resting place, and none shall take the city for as long as I wander within its empty halls.

Signed,

Ailmar Velulaei’onn

The last Archon of Renelia

Leyu Luara

The following letters are sent out to specific individuals, and are not known to the public unless the individuals reveal them themselves. 

To Aroen and Maln,

Only one of you is still with us, but it matters little to me. You were my mentors, and the two of you made me who I am to this day. Our Clan is divided now, I truly wished it would have been different. I can only thank you both for what you have given to me, the lessons you taught me and the memories you have given me. One day we will meet again Aroen, and I look forward to that day.

Your brother

Your son

Ailmar

@Malinor @edelos

To Vaeril and Veris,

My sons, who still are the closest to my heart. I miss you both, and I truly hope all is well. You arrived in my time of need, and were there for me when I needed you two the most. I hope someday we may meet again, and I hope you both know that I will always be there. If you need anything, I will be there for you both.

Your father

Ailmar

@MinaGobbler @Qizu

To Aiyana,

Life was never fair for you, and I have not been as good of an uncle as I should have been. Many things happened that were wrong, and I hope you will one day forgive not only me, but the rest of the family for what happened. You are strong Aiyana, and I truly hope that you will find peace with those that surround you. I wish you and Chloe all the best, and if you ever require my aid you must only ask.

Your uncle

Ailmar

@ThatWeirdGirl

To my council,

I have failed you all. I fell short in guiding you, and for that I can do nothing but apologize. If you all wish to abandon the city, then you may do so. I will not hold anyone here any longer than I have to, and all I want is for you all to find a purpose in life. All of you are strong, and I am proud of everything you have become. Wherever you may go, know that I have always held a deep amount of respect for each and every one of you.

Your Archon

Ailmar

@Evonpire @Funky-Forum-Alt @Bethinwonderland @Hopesky123 @Silverstatik

The Archon Wakes

A long slumber, ending at last

The night was young, the calm light of Velulaei just entering the room. Within it, a single man laid dormant. His bed was surrounded with gifts - visits from his council and close friends had been frequent, when he first fell asleep, though perhaps less often in recent times. For years now, Ailmar Velulaei’onn had been lost in a slumber. No doctors nor shamans could determine the cause.

On this quiet night, things changed. When Ailmar’s council came to visit, they noticed something: his eyes had opened. A long recovery would be ahead of the child of Velulaei, a recovery that would shape his future. 

Those present could not help but think of the events that took place in recent years. The death of Ailmar’s wife; the disappearance of his sons. They knew that the recently awoken Ailmar was far too weak to receive the news, let alone to lead again. They turned to one ‘ker in particular, Taurus Indoren. They agreed that in light of Vaeril’s absence, he would be the regent of Renelia for the remainder of his recovery, so that things would be ready for the Archon’s return.

Confused and weak, the Archon laid in his room. Those that surrounded him showed him care and compassion, but none would dare tell him what had happened during his slumber.

Leyu Luara

VELULAEI’DIRAAR

THE     ☾   GUARD

♩ ♪ ♫ ♬

PURPOSE

With the reconstruction of Renelia’s capital underway, it’s citizens booned with riches. Culture was abundant, and happiness spread across the Ker lands. However, what are a people without a force to protect them? With attacks from the Mori, and other vile beasts such as whitewash orcs, Archon Ailmar Velulaei’onn charged his sons, Vaeril and Veris, the who are known as the Elekreynallaurir, and that of Dreyren Indoran and Dalyor to reform the moonguard. 

And that is what they did, scribbling up notes and organizing the smithing of plate cuirasses, sabatons and steel blades. The city has to be protected, and it’s denizens have to feel safe from dangers. This is the way of the ancestors.

TRADITIONS

• Initiation: Upon initiation, the recruit will be painted in white patterns, and sent out into the world to survive for three nights with only trousers under Luara’s night-sky. While out he will be tasked with bringing three sheep to sacrifice to Enrohk and Kezt, to ensure his safety and honor in the future.

• Death: Upon death, the Diraar will be painted in white patterns as he was when he joined the moonguard, and cremated. Each member of the moonguard that fought alongside him will be required to sacrifice one belonging to the deceased member, to aid them in their passage to Stargûsh’Stroh.

• Battle-brothers: If two of the Diraar that fight alongside eachother grow an extreme bond, and brotherly companionship, they can choose to slit open their palms and join hands, claiming themselves as both blood-brothers and battle-brothers. From there, they will fight shoulder to shoulder always, and can even choose to bind their families through marriage.

RANK STRUCTURE

Officer ranks

Archon

Commander and chief of the Moonguard. This elf, aswell as ruling Renelia, has the last say on military manners, and commands the entire army.

Dagrmaln

Meaning warfather, these elves report directly to the Archon about military manners. They sit at the wartables and gives orders to the Silannyer on military matters.

Silannyer

Meaning sword-dancer, these elves are the subordinates of the Dagrmaln. They are expected to train, supply and spend time with the troops.  The Silannyer are also responsible for all matters regarding the safety of Renelia’s citizens. 

Regular ranks

Ceru’dagr

Meaning warstrong, the Ceru’dagr have proven themselves worthy after many years of service. They wear the most expensive armor, and serve as the veterans and most respected guards of the Diraar. 

Mal’dagr

Meaning Warmen, the Mal’dagr are the bulk of the Diraar. They protect the citizens, enforce the law and fight in Renelia’s wars.

Avern’dagr

Meaning Warwanderer, the Avern’dagr are the initiates of the Diraar, yet to prove themselves in the Ancestor’s eyes.

EQUIPMENT

1. A steel helm. With a shaped visor, the helm gives suitable protection and vision. Able to protect from heavy blows

2. A chainmail hood layered upon fabric. This helps against natural dangers like rain. A gorget is beneath such.

3. Steel pauldrons, arm harness and gauntlets. These protect the user’s arms in combat against heavy blows.

4. Enamelled steel cuirass. This piece protects all vital organs and is suitable against very heavy blows.

5. Chainmail hauberk suitable for combat. The colored gambeson above it details the rank of the soldier.

6. Enamelled steel sabatons. These protect the legs.

NOTE: Different ranks attain different uniforms.

• Every rank of the Diraar has a standard issue Renelian longsword, used to cut away at heretics.

OATH

“To the moon and the stars, the innocent and the pure. I vow to protect you. To the Archon and his family, the blood of the moon. I vow to fight for you. To Renelia and her lands, I vow to maintain you. To those unjust and heretical, I vow to remove you. And to the ancestors watching my strife, I vow to join you. Leyu-Luara.”

APPLICATION

You walk up to the Diraar recruiter. He looks at you, seemingly blind in the eyes from war-injuries; though he knows people only talk to him about military business.

[OOC]: Discord:

[OOC]: IGN:

“Your name, llir?”: 

“My eyesight fails me, what race are you?”: 

“I see, I see. And how old are you?”: 

@MinaGobbler ; @Qizu ; @NokingButMalin ; @Hiroshima; @Visage

“Leyu-Luara”

HIRING ACTORS

An advertisement posted around Arcas asking for actors.

Across Arcas, a certain flyer would be posted:

“The ‘ker Capital of Renelia is seeking out actors! These actors will take part in a play depicting various events in the political climate. Fill out the underlying application or contact Vaeril Velulaei’onn if you wish to participate.

Pay will be rewarded.

Name:

Race:

Age:

Affiliation:

Prince and Regent of Renelia, Vaeril Velulaei’onn.”

“ Leyu-Luara ”

THE RENELIAN ZODIAC

Luara’s children,those who live in Renelia, have always been an avid worshipper of the moon. She did, after all, birth their success and culture; motivating many ‘ker to do great actions of spectacular magnitude. But where did this motivation come from? How does Luara decide the course of a ‘ker’s fate?

Although it’s not an official belief by the clergy, many dark elves believe that the mooncycles of which Luara is in when you are born decides the course of your life and your main personality traits. Thus, Luara can forge the outcome of history.

THE LUNAR PHASES:

Sky Circlet | Filnran

Dark elves born under the Sky Circlet are usually very apathetic, but extremely intellectual. Even though they’re not very strong or athletic, these dark elves have fitness in their minds; as they’re able to think quickly and conjure good ideas. They make for great commanders.

Luara’s Fangs | Yûlbun

Dark elves born under Luara’s fangs are still smart, but hold more of a physical and emotional foothold than their Sky Circlet brothers. These dark elves tend to be rather depressive and apathetic; being rather negative. They make for great guards, as they are not easily swayed to by sympathetic pleas.

Double sided Coin | Yûlakash

Guards born under the Double Sided Coin are truly neutral. They have the flexibility of being of average intellectuality aswell as average emotional capability. These Dark elves are also the standards for physicality in Renelia. They are jacks of all trades, being good at generally everything but rarely mastering anything.

 Devouring Lunarite |  Yûlbarkh

Dark elves born under the Devouring Lunarite are less intellectual than their counterparts, but hold a great amount of physical strength and athleticism. They are aswell, emotional and empathetic towards others, growing to be great smiths or warriors.

Sky Crown | Durbûrzan

Those born under the Sky Crown are very emotional. It is not uncommon to see them switch from being gleeful to the max, to crying. They are very physically able, but they do not have the same traits with their minds. This is not to say they’re stupid, but simply not as talented in that aspect.

[DISCLAIMER: I know this isnt actually how the moon works btw, it’s just irp superstition.]

RHAELLA’S GOODBYE

Rhaella. Mother of many Ashen Folk.

Across Renelia, news would spread. It seemed the Prince of Renelia, Vaeril Velulaei’onn, had made an announcement:

“It is with great sorrow that we announce a cremation of Rhaella will be held the Malin’s Welcome of 1770. However her body unfortunately had not been found, it is still a proper send-off to such a beloved ‘ker and the Archon’s consort.

Instead, we shall be cremating her ring and a totem to her figure.She was an honorable ‘ker that passed under unfortunate circumstances, however she stays a good rolemodel to all and sets the standard on motherhood and nobility. “

[ Rhaella Ashwood cremation 3 pm est Thursday 4th of June ]

A YEAR OF HEALING

[!] A small Akezo shrine inside a Renelian home.

The Princes of Renelia, Vaeril and Veris, looked about across the gathered ‘ker. There were many of them, all gathered and looking to the two; awaiting their word. 

Vaeril began “As you all know, my maln, the Archon, is bedridden by illness. Now, our physicians are hard at work identifying the illness, and how to cure it. However, with not much result.
 

Thus, we need to turn to spiritual matters. Follow me.”

He led them out of the city, to a rather colossal quartz and stone shrine. It contrasted well with the fungi-ridden landscape. “This is the shrine of Akezo, spirit of healing and fertility. She watches over the fields, the injured. She watches over those that need healing and aid. Today, she watches over us. If we bring her offerings and sacrifices, we might persuade her to turn over and aid us, offering an extended palm to heal our Archon. Thus, I announce a year of healing!

Now, if that’s not enough; the ‘ker that brings the most offerings will receive two thousand minae as thanks from the Velulaei’onn family. Leyu-Luara.” The dark elves then went about their day, drinking in the tavern and sparring in the fields. All was well in Renelia, for a year of healing had begun.

Tl;dr A year of healing begins as a shrine to the healing spirit, Akezo, is constructed in hopes to win her favour and heal their sick leader.. Dark elves will offer their offerings and sacrifices, and the one with the most offerings given will receive two thousand minae. You can place the offerings in a chest under the shrine outside of Renelia. This event will last for one irl week.

[!] A dark elfess in formal attire.

As Renelia thrives, the Regents, Vaeril and Veris Velulaei’onn, alongside their noble Council, decide to host a ball.

Events of the ball:

• The Dance:Those present pick out a partner and dance with them.

• The Sacrifice: The clergymembers will sacrifice a sheep before the feast, asking for Betharuz’ goodwill.

• The Feast: Those present will sit around and feast at a table. There will be a drinking contest as the feast is held.

• The Attire Competition: The best dressed male and female attendees will be voted on by the crowd, the winners both receive 1k minae.

Attire:

Surprise us.

Date:

The First Seed of 1771
[4 pm est, Friday 5th June]

Treaty of the Moons

1.  The Sultanate of Korvassa and the Hegemony of Renelia shall agree to adhere to a strict non-aggression pact, under all circumstances. This treaty will stay in effect for a duration of 5 years
    

2. Both parties agree to respect each other's territories. The Hegemony of Renelia encompassing the Keep of Temesch, the Plains of Camlannen and the Plateau of Lanthres, and likewise the Hegemony of Renelia will agree the Sultanate of Korvassa  encompasses the desert of Korvassa
    

3. The Sultanate of Korvassa shall recognize The Hegemony of Renelia as the sole protectors of the Ashen Folk and the bastion of Mali’ker unity. Furthermore do they agree not to engage in diplomacy with Arcasian nations laying claims to the Mali’ker hegemony. Likewise, the Hegemony of Renelia shall recognize Sultanate of Korvassa as protectors of the Farfolk peoples.
    

4. The parties commit to a mutual agreement of extradition for any individuals from their respective territories deemed to have committed a legal transgression in the other signatory state.
   
    

Signed,

His Grace, Archon Ailmar Velulaei’onn

of the Hegemony of Renelia
 

SAYYID AS’SADAAT, Ameen “Al-Mujjadid” Al-Nabeel, Sultan of Korvassa, Sheikh of

Al-Faiz, Sword of Allah, Defender of Faiths, Defender and follower of Al’Iman Rashidun, Supreme Leader of the Qalasheen, Defender and Protector of the Farfolk people, Sovereign of Korvassa

Documenting history; 

the clans of the Ashen Folk

The Mali’ker are people of rich cultural history. As with all things, most of it has been lost as the times have marched onwards. We, the Ashen Folk of Arcas should strive to preserve not only our distant past but our recent endeavors, and so I call to you not as a Renelian, but as a ‘ker.

I wish for our history to be documented fully so that for the many generations to come our children may know of what their ancestors had achieved. The first step in this endeavor would be to document the currently active clans of Arcasian ‘ker.

I call out to the ‘ker of Renelia, Asimu’lei, Aegrothond, Vira’bay, and wherever else there might be groups of the Ashen Folk. I call for you all to meet me in New Magara’lin, so that we may begin this journey towards documenting the history of our people.

The currently active clans of the Mali’ker are the ones we will go over at this first gathering, along with past Clans once relevant to our kin. I call to the heads of these clans to meet me within Renelia, and bring with them the documented history of their kin.

Signed,

Ailmar Velulaei’onn

Faith of The Maehr

The Ancestors

 In this address, I shall speak of the Great Ancestors, and a deal of personal ancestors worshipped within major Mali’ker clans. First I shall explain the ancestors as a whole. The blood of the Maehr. The military and scholar force that roamed the lands with Velulaei, daughter of Malin, first Mali’ker and first Shaman of the Ker. It is from The Maehr that the Mali’ker come. Showing what we now call, Dark elf.  Many Mali’ker give praise to their own blood ancestors in addition to praising the greatest of them all. 

The Greator Ancestors or Mali’ker Saints

Velulaei the Primarch

Daughter of Malin, scholar, savior, and spiritual leader. Veluleai was the first Mali’ker and Primess of her people. Leading them from a time before the ‘Ker knew their ashen touch on a quest for knowledge. Discovering the other faiths of the world, but most importantly, the Spirits, gifting them unto her followers. They entered a new way of life for elves under the guidance of the Spirits rather than simply nature itself like their family back home in the forests of Malinor. But dark times would descend on her expedition when the madness of an eldritch god forced them to commit terrible sins against their people. Atop a snowy midnight peak she begged the

 

Uradas The Protector

Uradas served beneath  Velulaei, issued commands during the  war of Ibliss. Following the fall of Veluleai to the dreaded Azul the Usurper, her husband Uradras would become regent in her stead. Leading the city and it’s defense against the Azulite rebels who were hellbent on returning to the old ways of madness and degradation. A path against the ways of the Moon and the restraint Veluleai had brought upon her people

Khel Oussana The Zealous

The Old Prince, first ‘Ker to lead his kind in such a manner since ancient Axios. Prince Khel was renowned throughout Malinor for his ferocity and zealous pride. Rising from slave-hood beneath the cruel Mori, he would one day rise to represent the dark elves within old Malinor. After losing his running for High Prince of Malinor in what he believed to be a foolish popularity contest, he ferried the dark elven people from the shady oaks of old Malinor to the cold pines of the first true dark elven home in centuries that he found to be called Darkhaven. Khel would come to meet Koltira Ravexi, the Mali’ker guiding Khel towards his ancestral ways. Khel took to such with a passion not seen before, enforcing the will of the ancestors upon the mortal plain for eons. 
 

Koltira Ravexi the Father

Koltira had fled to Darkhaven with Khel and the rest of the Mali’ker entered the city. Not much is truly known of Koltira’s life other than he was a kind Mali’ker. Within our earliest ages many sought the council of The Father in times of grief and stress, for spiritual guidance. Through Koltira and Khel, the Mali’ker ways were returned to the blind eyes of their kin. Setting the foundations of which Mali’ker society thrives.  

Jiub The Strong

A giant ‘Ker of honor and renown in a time of strife for his people.  Originally the captain of a band of corsair dark elves, he joined Des’Nox in his move against the Dark Trinity and helped found the bastion of Ker’lomi, the new home of the Mali’ker in the Fringe. Alongside his comrades in arms, he founded an order devoted to the protection of his people as their pain bearers, the Div’cruan. And would lead this small but stalwart band of ‘Ker into the vanguard of nearly every major battle of the Fringe Wars. Jiub was ever in the small skirmishes as well though. His pride and thirst for battle eventually being his downfall as he fell in Athera.


Arganos Uuthilini The Festive

The Blue Bard. Arganos Uuthlini was a renowned festival maker and explorer of the eldritch deeps of Magarah’lin. While the dark elves could generally be considered a dower people, Arganos was quite the opposite. Finding newfound optimism with the Spirits it is said that Arganos was the first ‘Ker to discover the Spirit of Celebration, Beatharuz, who’d given him the task of spreading his celebration and glory after slaying an enormous Lurker within the depths of their mountain realm that inspired a week long celebration to the ashen city. Originally only revered as the Uuthlini patron Ancestor, his popularity rose once more as tales of his exploits and his songs would fill Mali’ker taverns once again with their reconnection to Stargush’stroh in Axios. While only a myth and simply considered the Uuthlini clan’s eldest Ancestor, many other dark elves quickly began giving praise to him within the various taverns the clan would keep over the centuries. 

 

The Dalmakia Brothers

The Ancestral trio of fortune, craftsmanship, and greed.

An ancient trio of Mali'ker brothers. Each of the three brothers specialized in their own field to maximize their trade and profits, having said to have made deals with both Ghroza and Gultros in exchange for this knowledge and charisma. The first and eldest brother was Bandadar, who had the knowledge of the market, when best to buy and sell. It was he that led the Dalmakia clan to the human lands where he believed they could best manipulate the market. The second brother Falsals contributed to his clans fortune with his silk trade. Fine materials and finer wines were what helped this cunning 'Ker make his riches. And finally the youngest brother Dolyni. Best described as flamboyant, Dolyni was a skilled jewel crafter. His cuts were precise and flawless which made his jewelry highly sought after. However with time and change, these three brothers eventually faded away into history. Old Mali'ker myths tell of their hoard of gold and jewels hidden deep within the earth of the elven homeland. A great mountain said to rival any dwemer treasury chambers.

Delilah The Den Mother

A gentle soul, this plump ‘Ker became the den mother of the ‘Ker for a time. When the ‘Ker still lived beside ‘Ame and “Aheral. She comforted all within their halls. Whether it be with her baking, her sweet words, or a shoulder to cry on, Della was there. But like a mother, she was zealously protective of her kin. She had on more than one occasion picked up her frying pan to bash a few well deserved heads in, only to scold them after. To those that knew her in life, she represented a mother in all regards. In both her kindness and her watchfulness of her flock.

» La Musica « 

[!]

      In the dark abyss of the night befallen over the Renelian society is a series of horse riders. On each steed carries a councilor of Vaelya beside their leader. Taurus Indoren greets them at the ebon gates. The Mali’ker are welcomed with pelts and wine as gifts from the Vaelian council and their people. Renelian citizenry attend a festival in the background. Folk chatter of their days o’ yore , women laugh with their counterparts, and children run free with their new lliran. Two leaders sit at the head of a dark government hall: Alimar Velulaei’onn, Archon of Renelia Taurus Indoren, Diplomat of Renelia.

On the other half sits: Ka’lani Elibar’acal Valarieth, Haelun of Vaelya, Elathion Daegr’sae Protector of Vaelya, Anthea Silma Councilor of Health, Bastion Mal'chiel Councilor of Military, and Kalalian Vortal Councilor of Stewardry. The congregation induces a discussions of a nonaggression pact between their two entities. An idle scribe inhabits near, documenting their formalities of the agreement and set such into an honorable law. What is transcribe is listed below in a clear writ of calligraphy:

• The Union of Vaelya and the Renelian Hegemony shall agree to adhere to a strict non-aggression pact, under all circumstances. This treaty will stay in effect for a duration of 10 years.
• Both parties agree to respect each other's territories. The Renelian Hegemony encompassing the Keep of Temesch, the Plains of Camlannen and the Plateau of Lanthres. Whereas the Union of Vaelya cumscribes the University of Vael and the Vaelian Vineyards of Vina del Mar.
• The Union of Vaelya shall recognize the Renelian Hegemony as the sole protectors of the Ashen Folk and the bastion of Mali’ker unity. Furthermore do they agree not to engage in diplomacy with Arcasian nations laying claims to the Mali’ker hegemony.
• The parties commit to a mutual agreement of extradition for any individuals from their respective territories deemed to have commited a legal transgression in the other signatory state. 
• Vaelians will not be obliged to join in any political affairs regarding battle as an entity. Singular persons who wish to join Renelian coalitions may do so on their own accord without ties to the Union. 

Signed,

Ailmar Velulaei’onn,

Archon of Renelia

Ka’lani Elibar’acal Valarieth,

Haelun of Vaelya, Headmistress of The University of Vael

 

The Treaty Of New Magara’lin and San’Thraka

1.  The Rexdom of Krugmar and the Hegemony of Renelia shall agree to adhere to a strict non-aggression pact, under all circumstances. This treaty will stay in effect for a duration of 5 years
    

2. Both parties agree to respect each other's territories. The Hegemony of Renelia encompassing the Keep of Temesch, the Plains of Camlannen and the Plateau of Lanthres, and likewise the Hegemony of Renelia will agree the Rexdom of Krugmar encompasses the Swamps and Savannahs of Krugmar
    

3. The Rexdom of Krugmar shall recognize The Hegemony of Renelia as the sole protectors of the Ashen Folk and the bastion of Mali’ker unity. Furthermore do they agree not to engage in diplomacy with Arcasian nations laying claims to the Mali’ker hegemony. 
    

4. The parties commit to a mutual agreement of extradition for any individuals from their respective territories deemed to have committed a legal transgression in the other signatory state.
    

5. A defensive alliance is made between the two parties, meaning one shall come to the other’s defense in the case of an attack. After that the parties will meet and discuss if a full alliance is warranted. This does not include the current honor war between the dwarfs and uruk people.
    

Signed,

His Majesty, Archon Ailmar Velulaei’onn

of the Hegemony of Renelia

Rex Noka’Lur, Wargoth to clan Lur

 of the Rexdom of Krugmar

 The last of the Mori, the end of Nemiisae's faithful

UwU, what’s this music?

It is with great regret that I address the Mali’ker of Renelia and in whole Arcas. Following from the sighting of Athera, the Mori’Quessir sightings are confirmed. For the course of now six years the last of the Mori have been attempting to disrupt the Mali’ker within Renelia. Their goals the same as the last days of Darkhaven. 

The Mori’Quessir once more seek lordship over the Mali’ker. Already two assassins have crept in. Already have they laid their traps and found the cavern. At night they flash signals towards the sea, just past the Uruk ruins east of Magara’lin. The mountain top is filled with two foot deep pike pits. Daily must we throw off ropes they toss to our walls in attempts to ambush us. 

The Mori, for all their legends are not as they were. More agile than any of two feet no doubt. The first assassin was met with death when an Uruk ripped its head off with a single jerk of its arm.   In the past, Darkhaven, where the Mali’ker first met the Mori. They lied, fed us poisons. Beat us down for defying their Nemiisae.  It was Khel Ousanna that lead the breach against the Mori’s prison from within. Who free’d Mali’ker. The Mori could not stop us then. With Khel in tow, we slaughtered every Mori that dared try  stop us. Their blood drenched the walls. We did not torture them, this was no raid. This was liberation, freedom from the hands of our traitorous hosts.  

There is nowhere in Arcas they can run, no where they can hide. The time to snuff these savages is now. I call upon the Mali’ker within the next elven year to discuss what is necessary. I call upon the Velulaei'diraar to strategize for the clear threat in addition to training willing citizens to defend their very lands. 

Already, even others aside of the Ker have seen the threat these beast purpose. Those wishing to offer blades may present themselves within Renelia to coordinate with the Velulaei’diraar. 

Leyu Luara

The Keeper of Ash, Qudlia Jusmia.

Summoning the Clans

 the First Gathering

A missive to the Laurir’ker of Renelia

The Clans of Renelia have always held a central role within its day to day life. Whether they be of Laurir status or simple families trying to find their footing within Renelia, the Clans and their distinct cultures are of great importance to the Noble Concord and its constituents.

The Archon hereby invites the Clans of Renelia to gather within New Magara’lin. Their positions within the state, their priviliges as Laurir Clans if applicable, and their contributions to the state past and present shall be assessed. Both clan heads and members are welcomed.

This gathering of Clans will be taking place within the Palace of New Magara’lin, and only those invited shall be allowed entrance. Personal disputes are to be left outside of the palace, for we convene to decide our collective future.

The Clans invited to the gathering are listed below:

• Clan Jusmia
   

• Clan Indoren
   

• Clan Vanvir
   

• Clan Ilkala
   

• Clan Devione
   

• Clan Qua’req

OOC: The meeting will take place Friday the 1st of May at 3PM EST in Renelia.

some music to listen to

THE ARRIVAL OF TWO

A depiction of the two brothers and their father. . .

Construction was underway. Sounds of hammers, saws and other tools sounded throughout Renelia. The Archon’s dream of a new city had been going well, and things were good with the Ker. Like many other days, they went about their hours calmly, conversing and congregating in the square. 

Though, over time a pair of youthful ker, both the age of twenty, would occasionally be spotted. They looked similar, and was it not for their voices, they would be indistinguishable. First came Veris, the younger twin, though merely by a few minutes. Then, Vaeril, the elder. 

Few knew exactly what the duo wanted, and fewer paid attention to them besides their naturally suspicious characteristics: Their pale hair and their even paler eyes; that of the Velulaei’onn, the ruling nobility of Renelia.

Rumours floated about their heritage, but such rumours would not stay mythical for long. On a day like all the others, the Archon conversed with his subjects. Vaeril stepped into the square and spoke boisterously and confidently to Ailmar Velulaei’onn, Archon of Renelia;

“Father.”

Embraces were exchanged and smiles held. The Archon’s twin sons had finally ventured to the ashen city, to that of Renelia.  The Paired Princes, elekreynallaurir, had arrived. 

Though their stay would be brief, for there was an Azurite to be hunted. Ailmar charged the twins with bringing back she who would commit crimes against Luara and Renelia’s peoples. After garnering their equipment,the duo set out into the world to find the elf with the death mark.

“Leyu-Luara”

A Mark of Death has been placed upon an Azulite. 

Reasons for this Mark of Death.

• Slander of Khel Ousanna, Velulaei, Uradas, Ithis Ravexi, Koltira Ravexi, Arganos Uthilini, Delilah the Den Mother, The Dalmaka Brothers. 
• Defamation of the Primarch Dak’ir Des’Nox. 
• Proven Azulite, disgraced in the eyes of the ancestors.  

Proceedings if spotted. 

The Azulite is female, near two metres in height. Crimson eyes, ivory hair, dark gray skin. A simple Azulite

Acts of torture against this Azulite are punishable by death. Give the Azulite a swift end if they are not willing to convert and repent. 

Keeper of Ash, head of the Ashen Clergy.

Qudlia Jusmia.

The Passing of a Title

Rebirth through the eyes of the Ancestors. 

The title of Mortal King, inherited from the Alderfolk and passed onto my brother Aroen, and then myself. It is a title I took upon myself with hesitation, as not many are content with a Mali’ker naming himself King over anyone. Those Mali that stick to traditions and sees Malin as their only King would wish nothing but to see the failure of anyone who names themselves King.

My clan is a line of Archons, not Kings. From Renellic to Aroen to myself, we are not meant to be Kings. What weight does Mortal King hold when it means nothing to my people? I do not wish to be a King, for I am not above my own citizens. I am nothing but one of them, those within Renelia know that well. As times change and shift, so must we. The mantel of Archon has been held in place since the days of Magara’lin. Accountable only to the faithful Mali’ker and stoic Primarchs.

When the form is young, and the mind sharp is the Archon born. No Vindicator, but not so aged and wise to become a Primarch of Magara’lin. It is therefore that Renelia returns back to its roots, and that I shall drop the crown of Mortal King. Just like my father before becoming the Archon of Renelia. Velulaei the first Primarch gave life to the Velulaei’onn.  The spawn of Uradas, the bain of Azul, and follower of Renelia, Velulaei’onns great ancestors watch from the realms beyond. A legacy, larger than life. It is for the will of the ancestors that the Archon rises forth. To secure Magara’lins borders, and above all else. Guiding Mali’ker back to their ancestors. 

Only Ash Remains

Signed

Ailmar Velulaei’onn, Archon of Renelia

The Ashen Clergy. 

“Ascend the steps those before you have taken.”

Article One: Birth Rights.

Days long have passed since the great might of Magara’lin stood. The ashen kin lay scattered, the blood of the Maehr which all Mali’ker share runs apart. Mocked, and shunned for our hues. The Ashen Clergy declares that all Mali’ker are born with rights bestowed upon birth. 

Our Ancestors suffered tremendous horrors, though life weaves its threaded fingers betwixt all that breathe. The Mali’ker is born pure, like anything else, they too can rot and wither. For those that deny the call of Azul, The Ashen Clergy declares the following to apply to any Mali’ker. 

Article One: Rights of Maehr faithful Mali’ker. 

• The Mali’ker is entitled to basic dietary needs upon hallowed clergy grounds. 

• The Mali’ker has the right to defend themselves if attacked.  

• The Mali’ker is entitled to basic literacy training and open access to historical tomes. 

• The Mali’ker is permitted bed rest within Ashen Clergy grounds. 

• The Mali’ker is entitled to a fair trial and due civil process. 

• The Mali’ker is entitled to a proper burial, regardless of income or social status. 

• The Mali’ker is entitled to the right of certain varied religious beliefs. 

Article Two: Azulites and The Mori.

Article Two: Subsection A: Azulites.

Azulites have plagued the Mali’ker since the dawn of the Maehr. The vile spawn, Azul, patron of madness and cruelty. He who delighted in the screams of the young and old alike. His followers, murder’s, sadist to extreme degrees. Mali’ker that displays the following symptoms may, in fact, be an Azulite.  

The following provides a list of symptoms Azulites display. 

• Quick to anger, unwillingness to speak calmly and with respect to other Mali’ker. 

• Violence prone, Azulites will quickly resort to a fight if provoked. 

• Seeking magical strength simply for the fact of having magical strength. Magic chasers, greedy. A dead give away of Azulite nature. 

• Dark Arts, such as Blood Magic, being the host of a shade parasite (Willing or unwillingly. Refusal to get the parasite removed results in a swift death.) Frost Witch, any form of voidal art (Refusal to disconnect from the void will result in a swift death). 

• Enjoying torture of other living creatures. Watching things suffer, Azulites delight in their horrid dark pleasures to kill maim, flay, rape and inflect general harm and discomfort. 

• Acts, such as torture are forbidden. Even against enemies of the Mali’ker. A swift clean death must meet all. Much like a hunter, culling the herd. 

• Azulites will target beliefs of any Mali’ker in an attempt to convert them over to Azulite ways, be you Warhawke, Drui, or Ancestral worshipper. The Azulite will attempt to convince one that their faith in what they have means nothing. To give way to madness and chaos. 

• Azulites may worship dark beings, and worship of a Dark Primordial God, daemon, dark being, or the Spider Aspect that lead the Mori to enslave the Mali’ker results in a swift and quick death. 

Article Two: Subsection B: The Mori.

Most of the Mori are long dead, with few slaves running through the lands before the Mali’ker. The Mori appears as a dark elf, with their teeth filed down. White hair is the dominant genetic trait, in addition to pale blue eyes. The Mori typically have light sensitivity and will cover their eyes if out during the day. The Mori may act savage and animalistic and will fight as such. 

• The Mori are worse than the Azulites and should be killed on sight or detained for conversion and rehabilitation. Any mention found within books is to be burned on the very spot. Worship of the Spider Aspect, still known among the druids of the modern era is to be met with a swift death. 

• The Mori are child eaters, cannibals. Dangerous and quiet. The Mori has a habit of infesting small sub-terrain scapes near kingdoms. Settings up shop to start devouring prey. Being scavengers, The Mori are equipped with stolen weapons, stone spears or even bone weapons. blunt clubs. Or small shanks. 

•  The Mori are slavers, taking strong or meek to serve purposes they deem too mundane for themselves. Mori culture revolves around spider worship and matriarch veneration. Female Mori is often more keen than their male counterparts. Males are fearful of females in general but loyal to their matriarchs. It is not uncommon to see a stray male following the lead of a commanding female, even if said woman is not a Mori. 

Article Two: Subsection C :Recovering Azulites and Mori.

It is possible for an Azulite or even Mori to repent for their ways. Recovering Azulites and Mori are kept away from the general population until they are deemed safe enough to re-enter society. The path to recovery has many steps. 

• Stage One: Azulites: Recovering Azulites must forsake dark arts and dark habits. The Azulite must first be locked away into isolation. Fed often, but not given any words. Their company shall be with the rats. After the first few days of holding. A small dagger will be placed within the cell. If the Azulite can make it a week without cutting the rats, or themselves, they are permitted to leave isolation. If the Azulite fails, they are killed in their cell swiftly. After this stage, surviving Azulites will be ready for the second stage in their recovery. 

• Stage Two: Azulites:  The Azulite is placed in a cell. This cell may contain three other recovering Azulites. Azulites are not permitted to speak or have contact with Mori rehabilitation patients. Azulites at this stage are interrogated, but no blood may be shed from them. The Azulite is questioned about their faith and beliefs, snarky remarks or refusal to stop veneration to dark beings is met with punishment. For hours, the Azulite must hold fifteen-pound weights in each hand. Their arms must be outstretched to their sides, spread eagle. The Azulite must bend their arms slightly back, and keep their spine straight while standing. Quickly, the Azulite will find that their airflow is restricted. Though they will not be nailed upon a cross, the weights in their hands and position will recreate the effects of crucifixion in the lungs. Causing them to breathe painfully as long as they hold the pose. This shall repeat until guards fully believe the Azulite has converted. Then the Azulite shall be ready for stage three of recovery. If they do not convert, the Azulite is swiftly killed. 

• Stage Three: Azulites: The Azulite shall be given a supervised stay within Magara’lin, for a year they are monitored. Should the Azulite prove that they have truly recovered, they will be welcome back into Mali’ker society. This occurs only after a ritual, where the Azulite is adorned in white garbs. A clergy member will dip them within the water of a flowing stream to truly remove their blight. Once the Azulite is raised, they will be tattooed upon the right wrist. This symbolizes both freedom and binding, chains will be tattooed around one wrist. This will mark the recovered Azulite. As Mali’ker only have two wrists, should an Azulite fall back, they have one more chance if their other wrist is free of the mark. If a recovered Azulite with two marks commits an Azulite act. They are swiftly killed on the spot. 

• Stage One: Mori: Most stray Mori is starved as it is, but should a well-fed Mori be captured, the Mori is locked in isolation. Starve until their stomach shrinks. Fed just enough to keep them alive but wanting more. No contact with any living spider can be allowed to take place. 

•  In time, the Mori will break. During this period of hunger crazy, one can begin to wing the Mori off the need for wet living flesh. This is done by giving them, sweets. This will make the Mori start to feel affection towards their captors. From here, progress is moderated. Secured walks outside their cell, and works towards new food groups. No raw meat must be given to the Mori. 

• Any form of meat given to the Mori must be fully cooked, and well seasoned. Fruits and vegetables are ideal. Once the Mori is able to eat sweets, cooked meat, fruits, and vegetables, without visually cringing or gagging. The Mori can move on to the second stage of their rehabilitation. 

• Stage Two: Mori: The Mori will be taught to act civilly. Given cells with proper bed, desk, and wardrobe. The Mori will be taught to put on clothing every day, maintain their hair and personal hygiene. The Mori is not allowed weaponry, any attempts to do such will result in severe punishment. Repeated offenses will result in death. The Mori is taught how to read and write. The Mori is taught how to speak proper common.  After three years, if the Mori takes lessons, they may begin stage three. The Mori that fail are subject to a swift death. 

• Stage Three: Mori: The Mori that make it through stage two, are given supervised stay within Magara’lin for five years. During this, they are carefully watched. If caught resorting back to old ways, the Mori is killed. The Mori will be given tasks and given chances to further study themselves. If the Mori proves themselves an avid, worthy, and honorable member of society, they are rebirthed through crackling fire. Ramps will be constructed, two on each side of a large bonfire. As this is constructed, a set of robes is crafted for the Mori. To show their reform. Once each side is ready, the recovered Mori will be adorned in thick gray paint, with flat-lined blue markings on the torso, right arm, and left leg. A bright red heart is painted upon their chest. The Mori will devote themselves to protecting the blood of the Maehr. Then leap through the crackling flames to the other side. (Mali’ker must be on standby with buckets of water in case of the worst. After the Mori leaps through the flames, they are dipped in water and scrubbed clean. The Mori will then be gifted their new robes. Which the Mori will adorn, becoming reborn as Mali’ker. 

Article Three: Religious Beliefs:

The Mali’ker is entitled to the freedom to select religious beliefs. The beliefs or beings below are tolerated within the hallow grounds of the Ashen Clergy. 

• The following category of deity class beings may be given praise by none Mali’ker: Anguels, Spirits, All Aspects besides the Aspect known as the Spider. Ancestralism, and Warhawke beliefs. If believed to have other faith, the Ashen Clergy will launch an investigation. 

• Mali’ker within Renelia must be willing to learn worship of the Spirits and ancestors within Stargush’Struh.  Dark spirits are not be given positive praise, and may be mentioned in the case of warding the spirit off or making a plea. A basic understanding of spirits is taught. 

• There are three kinds of Spirit, Elemental, Immortal, and Ancestral. Spirits themselves are categorized as Greater or Lesser. Beneath each greater spirit is thousands of lessers in the case of Immortal spirits.  

• Elemental spirits comprise of the earth, air, water, fire, metals, and storms. What these spirits like and desire is pretty straight forward, and are often the easiest to offer praise too. 

• Immortal spirits comprise mortal aspects of the realm outside the elements.With spirits of the Moon, sun and stars, the seasons, metallurgy, farming, hard work, honor, bravery, protection, love, fear, hate, anger. Beneath each Immortal spirit is countless numbers of Lesser spirits. These spirits grow more detailed in the aspects they represent. Example: Beneath Kor, there would be lesser spirits of death. Relating to the cause of death. Or in account of Vulka, each lesser represents an tactful aspect of war. As these lesser spirits grow more detailed, too, does the spirit itself grow weaker. 

• Ancestral spirits comprise of mortal souls that cross Kors gate and enter Stargush’Stroh. These spirits can be accounted for in the same as others, though their over all desires and goals aling with spiritual worship. Greater Ancestral spirits are greatly known and worshiped, whilst leasers are more recent and less known souls. 

Article Three: Religious Beliefs: Subsection A: Banned worship.

The following contains a list of beliefs or worship banned from the hallowed grounds of the Ashen Clergy. 

• The Spider Aspect praised by savage Mori, Daemons, Inferni, Dark Ancestral Souls, Azulite praise, Azul Worship, Undead worship, worship of dark gods, worship of the void or voidal creatures, Xionism, Shade beliefs, Frost Witch beliefs.  

• Being caught giving such things worship will result in imprisonment for rehabilitation or swift death. Shrines to such things are destroyed and its constructor killed on the spot. 

Article Three: Religious Beliefs: Subsection B: Proper Burial.

Honorable, none Azulite, Mali’ker are granted proper burial in accordance with their religious beliefs. If said beliefs are known. Unknown Mali’ker are burnt in the hopes to send them to the Ancestral plain. 

• Standard burial comes in the form of cremation. The body is painted by those that knew the Mali’ker or volunteers. The Mali’ker is adorned in silk robes. The body placed within a stone furnace. Once turned to ash, the ash is gathered and placed within an urn with bee’s wax. This urn may be given over to loved ones or kept within the crypt. 

• Less common is mummification, this is typically reserved for Mali’ker that state they desire such or their faith does not require the body to burn to help pass to their next life. Mummification is also used to preserve dead, to take them to a proper location for burial or cremation. 

• A cut is made on the left side of the abdomen and the internal organs – intestines, liver, lungs, stomach, were removed. The heart was dried and placed within an urn in turn with the other organs. 

• A hooked instrument is used to remove the brain through the nose. The brain placed within a sand-filled urn to shrivel and dry.  
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•  The body and the internal organs are packed with natron salt for forty days to remove all moisture. 

•  The dried organs are wrapped in linen and placed in canopic jars. The lid of each jar is shaped to represent one of the Mali’ker Ancestors.
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•  The body is cleaned and the dried skin rubbed with oil.
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• The body is packed with sawdust and rags and the open cuts sealed with wax
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• The body is wrapped in linen bandages. About 20 layers are used and this takes 15 to 20 days.
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• A death mask is placed over the bandages.
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•  The bandaged body is placed in a shroud (a large sheet of cloth) which is secured with linen strips. 
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• The body is then placed in a decorated mummy case or coffin

Article Three: Religious Beliefs: Subsection C :Coming of Age.

Mali’ker reaches adulthood once meeting fifty years of age. 

• The coming of age ritual is set up, A festival will take place around the ritual. The Mali’ker coming of age will be adorned in gray robes, their face painted as dark as the spaces between stars. A thick rope will be tied around the wrist. The Mali’ker must gain the favor of at least two other Mali’ker, and bring them before their parents or appointed guardian. The caretaker then cuts the ropes, and the now-adult Mali’ker devotes themselves to the protection of Meahr Blood. 

Article Three: Religious Beliefs: Subsection D :Marriage.

Marriage is an act that dates as far as any can remember. Marriage is allowed between two adult Mali’ker. This marriage must be overseen by, 

• One or more members of the Ashen Clergy. 

• One or more members of the Onyx Sanctum. 

• One or more members of local Renelia council members, state politicians, and ranking military personnel.  

• One or more members of the Royal family. 

• Marriage date and weds names must be documented and kept for filing. 

• Weddings, in of themselves, must simply have those to be wed speak in turn of simple questions. Such as, do you take this Mali’ker to be your partner. Upon the response of both saying, I do, they are wed. 

• Many have their own traditions and ideas for their wedding. Though some do not care, in this we turn to a tradition that dates back to Darkhaven. To the age of Koltira and Khel. If they do not speak vows, simply wed them. Take two pieces of different colored cloth. (Ideally, each  cloth will be the colors of the to-be-weds family clans.) Weave the cloth around their wrist and pronounced them married. This is to signify their unity before the Ancestors. 

Article Three: Religious Beliefs: Subsection E: Encouraged Clergy Enlistment.

Members of the Clergy are encouraged to join the military, with the acceptance of the Pariahs’ duty to join the states defense. 

• In the case of an attack or raid, Clergy members will default to their own chain of command, if military personnel are not around by the time fighting starts. If able, they should alert the entire city. 

• If military personnel are around and available, Ashen Clergy members will default to the command of their own ranking personnel until the strife is fully over. 

• In the event of a siege (Attacking or Defending), Ashen Clergy forces will default to the command of the highest-ranking military personnel or the ‘War Master’ (Who oversees the overall battlefield.) Unless told otherwise by ranking personnel. Ashen Clergy must fully support their commanders to the smallest detail. 

Article Four: Crimes Against Nature:

Crimes of nature are defined by their nature bellow. 

Article Four: Crimes Against Nature: Subsection A: Cross-breeding.

The mixing of Mali’ker blood is an act against nature. Such is not the fault of the child but of the parents. When a crossbreed is noticed if birthed within Renelia. The child is taken to be raised within the Ashen Clergy. To redeem the child from the acts of its parents. 

• The parents of the crossbreed will be branded with a teal upside down moon upon the forehead. They will not be allowed visitation with the child until the child is at least twenty-five years of age. 

• Second transgressions result in the same above, with the taking of the child. The parents, however, are given a swift end. 

Article Four: Crimes Against Nature: Subsection B: Crossbreed redemption.

Crossbreed dark elves retain most of their elven features, but were not raised by the Ashen Clergy are offered redemption.

• The crossbreed will be tasked with the learning of their dark elven blood. To better understand those that came before and personal Ancestors. They are to be taught the ways of their kin. They will learn what separates them from an Azulite or Mori. If taken quickly to their studies. They will be given a tattoo around their right wrist to signify rebirth. 

• Should Crossbreeds outside Renelia not wish to partake in such, they shall be granted peace. On account that said crossbreed does not attempt to fall to Azulite ways.  

Article Four: Crimes Against Nature: Subsection C : Kin slaying.

Kin slaying is defined as one person with the blood of the Maehr within them, slaying another of the same status for any reason but for self-defense. This is to say, all Mali’ker, due to the Maehr being all dark elf ancestors.  

• Killing your own kin out of, greed, hate, jealousy, lust, dark magic rituals, or any reason not in self-defense of your own physical form is a crime against nature. You will be branded with an upside-down moon, upon your skin with hot metal. You will be treated, and numb from the pain before the hot iron touches your skin. You will remain within the clergy itself, namely the prison. For at least five years. Where tasks may be as simple as sweeping. Or hanging from the ramparts to clean windows. You will be tasked with learning major Ashen religions. (Ancestralism, Warhawke beliefs, Spiritualism, Certain Aspects of Druidism, and Anguel worship.)  

Article Four: Crimes Against Nature: Subsection D : Dark Magic.

The long topic of debate, Dark Magic is defined as magic that must in some sense, bring suffering to the caster or target. Or that corrupts the soul or form.  

• Blood Magic is classified as a Dark Art. Though it may serve some practical uses, Blood Magic itself is a dangerous doorway to complex and horrid rituals made to help those with ill intent to hide and operate. Blood mages use blood to bolster themselves or harm. Few use it to cot blood and help with injured. Refusal to forsake the art or undergo only moderated use will result in a swift death.

• The Shade Parasite is classified as another worldly being. The Shade host is just that. A host, devoid of any former life or meaning. It is the parasite within that pulls the reigns of the body. The parasite makes the host produce Amber. Amber, will give a feeling of dread when around it or touching it. Slayer steelworks wonders against Amber. The Shade host will manifest limps during combat. Shades do not let the host harm themselves. The easiest test is to make someone cut themselves. If the wound keeps bleeding, it is not a shade host. If the wound seals up rapidly, it is a shade host. Refusal to remove the parasite will result in a swift death. If not able to remove the parasite, a swift death is granted. 

• Inferni, are otherworldly beings. Coming from Stargush’Struh. Ancestral souls tossed out to the badlands or wondering over. Turning to horrid demons. Most Inferni are controlled by a Warlock. Smaller, smarter and more magically powerful than most summoned Inferni. One must devour the soul of an Inferni to become one. Typically, this will result in one simply melting and never returning. Rarely will a new Inferni rise forth. If an Inferni is spotted, all advice is to attempt to find a Lutamancer to send them back to the badlands as swiftly as possible. Inferni references the badlands as the High Hells. If able, slay the Inferni or let them pass around the area without entering.  Inferni will attempt to make deals that often end in the enslavement of your soul. 

• Frost Witches are females that have made a pact with another worldly being to alter their soul. They can create and move ice. Corrupt land. Namely, they feed off the flesh of the living. Though some are known to hide dead bodies and eat carefully over the course of time. Fond of robbing graveyards, Frost Witches are rarely seen. Each Frost Witch can shapeshift their form to a wide variety of looks. They have no heat. The Frost Witch is weak to heat and will shed it’s disguise if an area is too hot. 

• The Voidal Arts. Any and all voidal arts are seen as a dark art. Though they may look harmless at first. The void offers strength to weak souls and weakens their bodies. In turn, as seen within the events of Arcas, the use of voidal magic helps weaken the veil between this world and the void itself. A dimension that thrives only to devour and corrupt all it see’s. The continued presence of voidal mages will forever bring the threat of the void to our door. Refusal to disconnect from the void as a Mali’ker will result in a swift death. Void Magi attempting to teach Mali’ker will be told once to stop. If refusing, they shall be granted a swift death. 

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• Undead are deemed an act against nature itself. Undead should be swiftly re-killed on the spot. Aurum or Slayersteel works wonders against undead, fire too. Skeletons shatter with blunt force but do not tire. 

• This list may be updated in the future. 

Article Five: Tenets of Ash.

“We, the Ashen people, long strode through this life. It is now that our time to place our foundations upon the living world. 

With the book in the left hand, and right upon my heart. To guide the Mali’ker for centuries apart. 

To be the tip of her spear, through centuries beyond her life. It is due to Velulaei that all Mali’ker may have eternal life. 

Against the foes of balance and lovers of strife. Between high hills and long fields. To rushing river or roaring sea. There is nowhere the ancestors light can not take my kin this moonlit night.”

The Tenets of Ash act as a guideline for the Ashen Clergy in addition to recruitment requirements. 

Tenet One: Faith.

The Ashen Clergy is faith itself, taught the ways of old from Primarch Dak’ir Des’Nox. Mali’ker must have faith, for eons have the Mali’ker looked to the Ancestors, to spirits. From the nomadic Warhawke to the hermit of Onyx. With small numbers giving praise to anguels and aspects.  Those of the Ashen Clergy are tasked with the study of all these but expected to uphold strong Ancestral ties. Giving praise to Ancestral Spirits beyond this life. Clergy members are allowed to worship morally neutral or light Spirits. 

• Mali’ker must give veneration to one or more Ancestral Spirit or Spirit to become a member of the Ashen Clergy.   

• Mali’ker must not hold any dark magics. 

• Drui are rarely allowed to become members of the Ashen Clergy. 

• Paladins are rarely allowed to become members of the Ashen Clergy.

Tenet Two: Ash.

Becoming apart of the Ashen Clergy requires several interviews, to understand the persons’ knowledge of the Mali’ker and their past. If they require training and art accepted in, they will be tasked with learning their Ancestral ways. This often entails learning about personal ancestors you are related to, in addition to learning of the Greater Ancestors.  

Tenet Three: Teach.

Members of the Ashen Clergy are required to actively teach Mali’ker that know nothing of their past. Telling them of their history, their stories, their past. Be it their own or another. 

Ranking of Clergy members.

The Clergy operates under the following hierarchy. 

• The Keeper of Ash: In charge of the overall operation of the Clergy. Must prepare religious scriptures and attend matters of faith. The Keeper of Ash will assign duties to other members of the Clergy when needed. The Keeper of Ash is decided by a majority vote of Clergy members. The Keeper of Ash must appear once a year before the public for a mass sermon. In addition to holding sermon within the Temple throughout the year. The Keeper of Ash will ask Clergy members to partake in trails for the faith. These comprise  of spreading knowledge or constructing a shrine in distant lands. 

• Ig’ker: The Ig’ker are Ashen Seers that complete their ancestral trails and start the journey to deeper devotion. These members will serve as secondary power within the temple order to bring the Keeper of Ash into question while in turn each will be trained to one day replace the Keeper of Ash. The Ig’ker help the Keeper of Ash train and recruit members of the Clergy. The Ig’ker may issue spiritual trails and ancestral trails to the willing. 

• Ashen Pariah: This title is given to members of the Ashen Clergy that have proven themselves in combat over the years and faith. The Ashen Pariah is tasked with the protection of the temple, Mali’ker, and shrines. They are tasked with the punishment of those caught stealing from shrines or attempting to deface shrines. These battle priests are expected to give an active sermon twice every year within the Temple.  The Ashen Pariahs’ answer to Ashen Seers, The Keeper of Ash, military personnel and royal family members of Renelia. Ashen Pariahs are required to live within the temple. Ashen Pariah are unable to enforce order or laws outside of the Temple grounds. One becomes an Ashen Pariah through combat trail, and must have been promoted to the rank of Ashen Seer beforehand. 

• Ashen Seer: Ashen Seer act as advisors and helping hand to all Clergy members, but namely The Keeper of Ash. Seers will oversee the day to day operations of the Ashen Clergy. Helping write scripture, approving scripture made by lower clergy members, actively hosting sermon when able to, frequently throughout the year. Only the Ig’ker or Keeper of Ash can promote an Ashen Seer, said Seer is required to complete two spiritual trails and an ancestral trail to achieve a higher mantle. 

• Ashen Initiate: Ashen Initiates are members of the clergy that are starting their training into spiritual and ancestral worship. They are incharge of cleaning temple floors, keeping shrines in check and learning more to deepen their devotion to the spirits and ancestors. The Initiate must spend atleast two years learning and complete one spiritual trail and ancestral trail. 

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A Statement to the Fallen of Vira’ker

AFTER THE DUSK CAME DAWN; NOT ALL WISHED TO SEE THE LIGHT

Vira’ker was, in all ways, a failed attempt at a ‘ker state. At its height, it was a vassal of the Alderfolk. At its lowest, it was the butt of every jest made in Southern Arcas, a land of debauchery and sadomasochism. With their undisciplined approach to the preservation of our culture, the Mali’ker were set back yet another forty years. The state named ‘Vigilant Night’ became only another shackle with which we were chained, and in its stagnation we fell.

Now, news comes that a group of bandits claims that title once more, in an attempt to further corrupt our peoples and force us once more into our Fallen Age. As with any microstate, they wish to legitimize themselves using long-ruined titles, with little understanding of the history, and loss, that came with them. As the Primarch of all Ashen Folk, I will not allow us to demean ourselves further with such falsehoods.

The bandit family that has proclaimed themselves rulers of Vira’ker is known to be led by one Zaos Val’Ullr-Ashwood-Puerir, who, as he appears to write only fictions and be part of three clans, shall be henceforth be called Zaos of Wasted Breath. To this family, we issue the following demands, in lieu of their attack on Evar’tir Ithelanen, Ashen King of Vira’ker:

Zaos of Wasted Breath and his associates will hereby adhere to the following terms laid upon them by the Kingdom of Renelia:
 

1. Zaos of Wasted Breath and his associates will immediately cease any usage of Vira’ker titles, which are currently held by Evar’tir Ithelanen, and shall not in future claim them.
    
2. Zaos of Wasted Breath and his associates will cease any and all claims to being a Mali’ker state. Instead, they shall recognize The Kingdom of Renelia as the sole protectors of the Ashen Folk and the bastion of Mali’ker unity.
    
3. Zaos of Wasted Breath and his associates will renounce any and all claims to Mali’ker hegemony, and will not engage in diplomacy with Arcasian nations as a Mali’ker state.

ONLY ASH REMAINS

His Highness, 

Mortal Prince-Regent Ailmar Velulaei’onn

of the Kingdom of Renelia

eliyulmalin Renelia

The King of Renelia and the Ashen Folk

Aroen Velulaei’onn, founder of the Renelian Union and first King of Renelia. At his ascent, few among our kind saw any less than an idol; he brought us great riches, but all eras must eventually end. We must never forget how Aroen has contributed to our shared peoples. He has failed in the continuing upkeep of his own Kingdom and people, but we must not forget the chance he provided for the Ashen Folk.

It is with great sadness however, that we must move on. As many are aware, Aroen has spent the last decade fading in and out of consciousness, and the last four years comatose and bedridden. A great tragedy befalls our proud nation even as we find peace once more, as our king has passed away from his sickness. Let him take a place among the revered Ancestors, as he deserves.

Renelia, however, must look to the future, and a new king must take his seat upon the Mortal Throne. As is tradition, the Velulaei’onn have gathered in our clan hall and taken vote to confirm Aroen’s choice of heir. It is my great joy and solemn duty in filling this role, and as such a coronation will be held promptly so as to secure our throne once more.

Aroen succeeding in restoring sovereignty to the Ashen Folk; I will succeed in uniting us under a collective banner once more, and lead our people towards a bright future.

We hereby invite any and all allies of The Kingdom of Renelia to attend the coronation, taking place within the city of  New Magara’lin, in three Ashen Nights.

ONLY ASH REMAINS

Signed,

Mortal King-Elect Ailmar Velulaei’onn

The Dissolution Of The Concordat

To restore a Kingdom to its former glory

The journey had taken its toll on the assembled Mali’ker, but their trials were not yet at an end. Soon they would reach Athera, land of old. The citizens of Renelia and the Onyx Sanctum alike shared this voyage together, within the cramped confinements of their ship. It was late at night; by now, most of their travellers were fast asleep in the creaking hull of the . In one dimly lit room, the leaders of the Ashen Folk gathered around a table. Amongst them the young, and yet inexperienced Mortal Prince, Ailmar. On the table, lay large stacks of documents, ready for his discerning eyes. Paperwork had always been one of Ailmar’s primary pastimes; the trip to Athera was no exception to this.

Those gathered around read over the documents one last time, before each person present penned down their signature.

On the Concordat and the Onyx Sanctum

Article I.

The Golden-Onyx Concordat, a treaty and political entity formed in 1745 shall be dissolved in its entirety.

Article II.

The Onyx Sanctum, as a state shall be released from its oaths and from the Renelian territories. Under the guidance of Dak’ir Des’Nox shall they be allowed to venture to new lands under this name.

Article III.

The previous Onyx Sanctum within The Kingdom of Renelia-Gladewynn shall be rebranded as the Ashen Clergy. The Ashen Clergy shall serve as the religious authority of the Ashen Folk of New Magara’lin. Positions of power held within the previous Onyx Sanctum shall be transitioned over to the Ashen Clergy. Members of the Ashen Clergy and the previous citizenry of the Onyx Sanctum shall be considered fully fledged citizens of the Kingdom of Renelia-Gladewynn.

Article IV.

The current settlement of the Onyx Sanctum shall be abandoned. The Ashen Clergy shall be moved below the new temple of Renelia.  Here housing and shrines will be provided for those who previously resided within the Onyx Sanctum. This housing area will be part of the temple grounds, exempt from taxation but only available to the members of the Ashen Clergy.

Article V.

The Clan of Jusmia, previously a part of the Onyx Sanctum shall be elevated to Clan status within the Kingdom of Renelia-Gladewynn, where they will be given a clan hall within the undercity of New Magara’lin.

Signed,

His Highness Ailmar Velulaei’onn,

Mortal Prince, Regent of The Kingdom of Renelia-Gladewynn

Lenora Jusmia
Head of the Ashen Clergy

Dak’ir Des’Nox

Primarch

An Announcement from the Mortal Throne

To ensure the stability of the Kingdom; a declaration of regency

To our loyal subjects, and the Ashen Folk as a whole; we apologize. For the past five years, we have left the status of our dear king uncertain in your eyes, and allowed cracks to appear in our state’s political walls. This is to be rectified today; waking briefly from his slumber, King Aroen has declared himself incapable for the foreseeable future. In doing so, he gives his brother the Mortal Prince, Ailmar Velulaei’onn, leadership over the Ashen Folk in indefinite regency. Whilst we pray for Aroen, we must now look to Ailmar for guidance.

Only ash remains

Signed

Mortal Prince,

Ailmar Velulaei’onn

Constitutional Monarchy of Renelia-Gladewynn

The Mandate of Luara and the Chosen People

It is with the perseverance of the Mali’ker people that we have rediscovered our far-flung Onyx and Warhawke cousins and once again have brought them into the loving arms of the Renelian Union. However, to maintain order and to carry out the will of the divine Goddess Luara, we too must sacrifice for the greater good. With this grand charter we present the means through which the government may legally reign in Magara’lin.

Just as Luara imparted her wisdom and gifts to Renelia, the daughter of Uradras, and as described in the sacred Tir’sae Renelia’onn, “Thine are the chosen people, who hath discarded the old covenant. Yet I am a merciful god, and so I say unto thee: it was these coals that saved thy body from the Azulites, and it is these coals that shall save thy soul from purgatory. Go, then, and do My will.” 

It was from that point on that Renelia and her descendants were granted the Mandate of Luara, through which they might rule for generations. The Priestesses in the Kervira actively maintain and bolster this mandate, and it is from there that the Velulaei’onns derive their right to rule over the unified Mali’ker people. Compelled to bring peace to the Mali’ker and to thwart the Azulites, the Renelian Union was established in the ruins of Old Alderyn, once the seat of the noble House Atraedes of the fallen Kingdom of Gladewynn.

The Uthirate

The powers vested in the Mortal King of Renelia-Gladewynn and his heir the Prince of the Fifty Noblesse. Just as the Mortal King Kairn Ithelanen ruled the Kingdom of Gladewynn alongside his heir the Prince of the Alders Kaz Atraedes, so too will the Renelians be ruled by a Mortal King and his Heir Presumptive. This diarchy, long-established as the dominant method of ensuring safety and security for Elven nations, has long seen use since its conception in the Modern Era. There shall be one to know power and to rule, and one to crave it and assume the primary role in the diarchy once the old ruler perishes, disappears, or makes his pilgrimage to the sanctum across the seas. Although great powers are vested in the Uthirate and they hold the Mandate of Luara, no mortal being is infallible, and it is up to the council to hold the Uthirate responsible in discerning the will of Luara and being the Shepherd of the Chosen Peoples. In times where the Azulites, the deranged and mad, come to seize upon the Mali’ker peoples again to test them with greed, lust, and temptation-- the Mortal King may assume emergency powers to route the enemy and destroy them. 

In all other matters of decision-making, the Mortal King can be vetoed by the majority of his standing Noble Concord, the counselors that preside of the Mali’ker, as a Shepherd of the Chosen People must adhere always to the will of the people, and only act within the boundaries of reason. Intolerance allows treason to thrive, and where there is treason the Azulites shall come forth once more. 

The Noble Concord

The council that presides over the Mali’ker and assists the Uthirate in dispensing justice, maintaining order, and managing the city and provinces ruled by Renelia-Gladewynn. There is a Lord Steward, a Master of Coin, an Annilir to marshal the Kheltiruai, and any number of other positions created by dire necessity. However, there should always be five council members in the Noble Concord, and beneath them shall serve other agents of the government who derive their powers from that of their leaders, who derive their own legitimacy in the bureaucracy from the Uthirate.

Closing Statement

There shall be no more than five councilors in the Noble Conclave. One to manage the Stewards, one to manage the Architecture of the city, one to manage the Kheltiruai, and two additional positions that may be chosen with regards to what is necessary at a given time. Each councilor is responsible for those in their respective bureaucracies, and establishes their own systems through which to manage their bureaucrats and provide the city with the necessary housing space, amenities, trade, protection, and construction. All other government members are bound within the constraints of the Mortal King’s approval for each decision, and trials are presided over by either the Mortal King or his Heir Presumptive with regards to dispensing judgement and establishing lasting decrees for banishment. 

Signed,

Mortal King Aroen Velulaei’onn, Shepherd of the Chosen Peoples

Ailmar Velulaei’onn, Prince of the Fifty Noblesse, Heir Presumptive to the Renelian Union

Rivann Ravexi, Prince of the Alders, Exarch of Gladewynn