The Firebird’s Warrior Lodge

[mmat 7460]

« The Firebird’s Warrior Lodge »

« Ignesaerir'leh Lin »

« Established by Prince Avius Csarathaire of Irrinor - 6th of Malin’s Welcome 1728 »

 

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Throughout history, the Descendants of Malin have suffered persecution and subjugation at the hands of other races whose talents in the arts of war have been more expertly honed. Therefore, it is necessary that Mali the world over become at least partially competent in the use of weaponry. However, it is easy to see from the outside that war is not the main focus of our race, and it is therefore the responsibility of those few dedicated warrior-kind in ‘ame society to become an elite, able to protect the interests of the Mali’ame against any threat that might rise against it. It is also known that such warriors often feel alone in a society packed with those who despise violence, and therefore a gathering of such warriors is necessary. Kinship, training and ritual will bring a combatant’s skills up to the greatest possible extent and bring them into contact with Great Cernunnos and the martial Mani spirits.

 

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« The Circle of Warriors »

The Lodge is no organised, hierarchical armed force of Irrinor in the same vein as the Forest Guard. Instead, it is an open institution which any budding warrior is warmly embraced in if they wish to improve their fighting skills, however poor they are at the present time. Should they have the soul of Cernunnos and the drive to improve in combat, all are welcome to join, learn and fight. 

 

Even individuals who are not worshippers of the aspects may associate with the Lodge, but must undertake all of their duels within the lands of Irrinor, so that the authenticity of the combat may be witnessed. The Circle itself has its home in Irrinor, and it is here that members gather in order to conduct rituals and learn the martial arts.

 

It is usual for student and teacher to bond and for the student to only have one mentor, however that is not any kind of fixed rule, and an aspiring warrior can approach any tutor for training in the weapons they are adept in. 

 

The current swordsmasters of the Lodge – those who organise the institution, are Avius Csarathaire and Therren Caerme’onn. Contact them to be inducted.

 

« The Eternal Trial »

Competition in the depths of true combat with sword, spear or axe is the healthiest means by which a warrior might improve their skills. To that end, The Lodge’s ranking system lists all members of the Lodge from most martially adept to least. By challenging comrades of the lodge to single combat and reigning victorious in that duel, one can advance up the ranks and be recognised as a greater combatant in the ranks of the Lodge. 

 

The greatest three warriors in The Lodge, for example, are given the designations brothers I, II and III respectively, descending through the numbers until the final comrade of the order. Any brother of the Lodge  may challenge any other brother to assume their rank, however there is an exception in that any brother who is more than two ranks in difference than the challenger can decline a challenge, any brother who is less than two ranks cannot decline a challenge without losing their rank. So, rank 1 can decline a challenge from rank 4 without losing their position, whereas he must accept a duel if challenged by rank 3.

 

If challenged and within two ranks you must set a time for a duel within 3 elven days or accept the duel immediately. Such battles must take place in the lands of Irrinor -usually its arena.  OOC: If agreement can’t be reached on the mode of combat to be fought, the person being challenged chooses. E.g. A PvPer challenges an RPer, so the RPer can force RP combat.

 

« Rituals of the Warrior »

Much like any other worshipper of Cernunnos and Cerridwen in this world, but moreso, warriors must have a strong connection to their gods in order to tolerate the often unpleasant emotions and states of mind that combat can engender. The ways in which this can be done are limitless, but a group of Lodge Brothers might go out into the wilds for a hunt, in order to emulate the deeds of the Great Hunter. Two comrades with an unresolved grievance might call upon the Mani to watch over a sacred bout in order to resolve the issue in glorious combat or, in a contrasting manner, a single brother may meditate in order to gain a clear mind and a more unrestricted connection with the gods. 

 

Experts in combat and novices alike are encouraged to come, learn and worship the gods through martial prowess. Any who express interest my do so by contacting the Prince or coming to Irrinor.

[Kaelan 1918]

Moved to The Great Library. It shall be sorted into the appropriate category shortly.

 

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