Valannor 6345 Share Posted January 26, 2023 Spoiler Conceived in an era where the Void and Arcane has run rampant, and aberrations of alchemical origin thrive with reckless abandon, the Maleficia Venatari are an all-female Sisterhood dedicated to the scourging of the unchecked malice of the Hungering Maw which lurks beyond creation, and all else which actively degrades the world in which Mortalkind resides. Founded by the Keeper Alatáriel, this sorority of warriors is heavily militant and philosophical in nature, with a particular focus upon professionalism, discretion, and discipline. Tasked with securing rogue magi wishing to repeat the likes of the Ando Alur calamity, warlocks whose ambition has reached too far, or miscellaneous abominations which must be contained, these dames wield potent weapons of abjuration which silence and quell the innate advantages held by magi or aberrants. In concert with proficiency in tactics and bladework, in addition to their other unspoken duties, members of the Sisterhood are expected to embody the values of their kin and hold their own in the fields of theology and philosophy; to not only know their duties, but to understand them. For women of the realm who seek purpose and self-improvement, there is little else which proves a higher calling. The Virtues Abhor the Wytch Wytch and Warlock strike bargains with beings forlorn in selfish pursuit of power; may their malice be snuffed as simpering embers, ‘fore the flames burn the Innocent and tear the world asunder. Virtue is All Little is prized above the Virtue of the Sun, yet the credo of the Moon is valued equally so. In twilight, the balance proves effective; the light of a star whose candescence is too beautiful to describe. In Silence, Perfection Discretion and professionalism is to be acclaimed and prized. Deeds speak louder than any word ever can. Let not an errant word sink the ark of salvation. Initiation to the Sisterhood The Cleansing To begin their journey, a group of Venatari-Prospects, henceforth known as ‘Acolytes’, will supplicate themselves before the acting Knight-Commander - and communally, one by one, confess fully their sins and shortcomings to one another, and to the Knight-Commander. Once this is done, the Knight-Commander shall task them with setting out as a group to right each of their wrongs as sisters in the making. This rite of initiation is to be considered complete once all has been set aright, and the prospective Wytchseekers are left unburdened by the sins of their past. The Tempering Once the Cleansing has been undertaken, the Acolytes are then set out on a journey to craft their arms and armors under the supervision of the Knight-Commander, alongside an experienced smith - though with a caveat; One cannot forge their own weaponry or panoply, and instead, each acolyte must craft the equipment of one of their sisters. Each item must be made with care and attention to detail, and this rite of initiation is to be considered completed once all Acolytes are equipped fully. The Silent Vigil To prove their discipline, and their ability to maintain a watch over a given charge. Ideally in pairs, each sister is to hold a vigil over a given location of interest for a period of five Elven hours. During which time, they are to maintain relative silence, unless they are specifically approached and addressed by others. This rite of initiation is to be considered complete once all have completed their vigils. The Vow of Anathema Once all the rites of initiation are complete, the Acolytes then take their final vows in a secluded ceremony whose specifics shall be left unwritten. After this is done, they are considered to be fully-fledged Wytchseekers. Knight-Commander Acting authority of the Maleficia Venatari; The Silent Sisterhood. They command the Sisterhood alongside their Knights-Centura. Eldest and most experienced of their Sisters. Knight-Centura Experienced Wytchseekers and combatants, entrusted to command and lead their Sisters alongside the Knight-Commander. Wytchseeker A blooded and proven member of the Venatari, who has taken the Vow of Anathema and proven their worth and ability. Acolyte Wytchseeker-Prospect, unproven and not yet a full-fledged member of the Sisterhood. Spoiler [If you are interested in paladin-adjacent roleplay, heavily centered around alchemy, philosophy, and a more rigid militaristic-esque style of rp, feel free to respond to this letter via the aviary, and if you have any questions, feel free to HMU on discord @ Valannor#7030!] 27 Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
SimplySeo 5209 Share Posted January 26, 2023 [!] From the Barrowlands, a raven bares a message for the Keeper, Alatariel. "To the Keeper, Alatariel. Knighthood is an inherently Canonist honor which you do not have the authority to bestow, as you are not recognized by His Church. Furthermore, Knighthood is not a 'rank' to be given as if it were part of some military hierarchy. It is a title and charge earned from years, in some cases decades of leal dedication to the concept of chivalry. I pray ye amend your 'ranks' to exclude reference to 'Knight-Centura' and 'Knight-Commander'. Lest ye further offend those who are called Knight." Signed Uther, Lord of the Barrow Marches, Chieftain of the Harren'hil, Knight of the Realm 9 Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Unwillingly 11139 Share Posted January 26, 2023 Spoiler this is cool if i could main more than 1 character at once and actually play women maybe id join 4 Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
ronin_champloo 5951 Share Posted January 26, 2023 "This person doesn't know about the elven clinic theory..." An Oyashiman murmured with apprehension. 4 Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
tasty_cheesecake 915 Share Posted January 26, 2023 "To the VARANNOR, You risk spawning a dangerous thing into this world by creating an order of 'witchers'. I among others will likely send letters cautioning you against executing this plan. Soon we may be overrun with gruff, silver-haired creatures running around with aurum blades performing shoddy 'monster-slaying' scam jobs if this is not well controlled. Tread carefully." 5 Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Valannor 6345 Author Share Posted January 26, 2023 13 minutes ago, tasty_cheesecake said: "To the VARANNOR, You risk spawning a dangerous thing into this world by creating an order of 'witchers'. I among others will likely send letters cautioning you against executing this plan. Soon we may be overrun with gruff, silver-haired creatures running around with aurum blades performing shoddy 'monster-slaying' scam jobs if this is not well controlled. Tread carefully." Spoiler winds howling 3 Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
TeawithFrisket 2625 Share Posted January 27, 2023 Spoiler Anti voidal mages, like I haven’t had enough of cringe people hating on magic. 1 Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Turbo_Dog 1417 Share Posted January 28, 2023 the olog had the missive read out to him “Dey praize dah Maw?! Wub dah skahhhh?” Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
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