Hēisè Tribe

[Nozgoth 3083]

Keepers of the Woodland

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Origins

 

The Heise Tribe is a long lasting line of Hou-Zi dating back to near the colonization of Arcas. Since the origination of the tribe, it has been a name many know and heard of. Acclaimed for their prowess within woodland and jungle, these Hou-Zi have their own culture and tradition - though not straying far from their close brethren.

 

Culture

 

The Heise Tribe is most commonly represented by Laobai-Zhu, though other subraces are welcome. Their fur tends to be on the darker side of brown, due to the blood that runs in their veins - though there are Hou-Zi not born into the tribe. Members born from the main line also typically have shades of green for the eye colour.

 

Hou-Zi in the tribe strictly follow Hua-Jiao, the path to enlightenment and are taught the four truths and the eightfold path either at a young age or from the second they join the tribe. Most commonly aspiring to be monks of the monastery as well. Hēisè’s often wear white paint on their fur and skin to symbolize hierarchy and respect, which will be expanded on further. It is also not uncommon for a Heise to pursue druidism, as they prefer nature and wooded environments. These Hou-Zi are not typically known for combat, though they very well can be efficient in it. They are mainly famed for their traditions and ways.

 

Hierarchy

 

- A depiction of the current Líndì-Zhu -

 

The tribe has a set hierarchy for management and initiation purposes, though all of them believe each other to be equal and respect one other equally.

 

Líndì-Zhu

The highest member of the tribe. One who leads and makes decisions - they will also initiate new joiners. The Líndì-Zhu is widely respected and can be identified by their large antler staff and they will always have white paint in spiral-like patterns on one of their arms and white paint covering half of their face. The current Líndì-Zhu is Hēisè-Sīróng.

 

Tóumù

The Tóumù are chieftains of the tribe. There is usually no more than 3. These members usually teach others of tradition, religion and are mainly the ones in charge of initiation. They will always have tally-like paint marks across their face and sometimes chest or stomach.

 

Dàibiǎo

Dàibiǎo are the regular members of the tribe. They often learn from their elders and participate in all the tribe’s activities. These members have tally-like paint marks on both arms. To become a Dàibiǎo, one must first under-go initiation.

 

Initiation

 

The initiation is a complex process in which the new-born or aspiring joiner goes through. They first must be brought somewhere remote in a jungle or dense woodland. Then, the Heise initiating them lights an Opium incense and administers a strong psychedelic drink known to them as Cónglín zhī or Juice of Jungle. It’s made from many recreational herbs such as strains of cactus green and eternal leaf, among others. The new tribe member is then made to forget their past and focus on the future, on new life within the tribe.

 

Admission

 

To join, just pm me on discord ( Nozoa#5616 ) or /msg Nozoa in game!