Hukhalnemi - Honorary Kha

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Since the ages beyond Kharajyr’s isolated solace upon Khalenwyr, there have been instances of descendants earning a place amongst their society and becoming something beyond simply a friend of their people.

Those who are amicable to Kha, who live among them and learn their ways. Those who are true friends to their people may be given the opportunity to be ‘reborn’ as a Kharajyr, and earn the title of Hukhalnemi.

 

 

To earn the blessed title of Hukhalnemi, one must pass through numerous Rites. However, this is not so easy a task, as to even be considered for completion of said rites, the descendant must first be nominated by a Kharajyr to the Aelkos or Priest. It is only then that the process may begin.

If one has occupied place among the Kha for an extended period, and had not been nominated prior, they may instead write a report and have signed witness proofs of having completed the Rites with the aid of the Kharajyr offering nomination. 

 

A Place Among Kha

Centuries of persecution from descendants have left the Kharajyr race weary and isolationists. However, those who can prove trustworthy are often considered eternal friends. This doesn’t mean they have earned a place amongst the people, though. It is critical that home is earned. This requires patience and years, if not decades of time, of which a descendant person spends the majority with their Kha friends. More than this, they must integrate themselves into the community, acting as a cornerstone. This may come in many ways, ranging from protecting them, taking part in ceremonies and events, teaching skills, engaging in hunts, or even helping raise cubs. 

 

The Kharajyr Ways

One may not simply spend time around Kha and earn the grace of being considered brethren, but must wholly immerse themselves within the culture. Careful time must be spent attending rituals, classes, and ceremonies so that the ways of the Kharajyr are truly understood. Beyond simply ceremonial acts, the descendant must also be aware of mannerisms and conduction throughout day-to-day life. One must understand the importance of Metztli, the history of the Kha, the hierarchy, the language (though it isn’t required to be fluent), and the social traditions. It is something that must be proven to the leaders of the community, 

 

Endless Loyalty

A natural result of pursuing Hukhalnemi title is to develop a sense of loyalty to them, which must be proven and displayed through action. Such things may occur alongside finding a place among the Kha people, where one may risk their own life for a Kha, or perhaps save the life of one medically. Such is not a singular task, but a collection of deeds which demonstrate undying loyalty.

 

A Pride to Call Home

The final requirement, perhaps the most important of them, is for the descendant to have a pride who present themselves willing to adopt them within. Such must be earned and sought out by personal choice, based on the ideals presented by the Prides of the Kharajyr. This will offer them community, and display a place of belonging amongst the greater collective.

 

 

 

After all three Rites, the descendant must embark on a final trial in order to prove themselves worthy. A single trial is chosen from the following list by the Aelkos or Priest, where upon completion they will be reborn as a Hukhalnemi and join the ranks of the Kharajyr community as a brother or sister. 

Each trial below is based upon one of the titles Kharajyr may earn, the one chosen denoting to the descendant what area of Kha society they have proven to best suit.

 

A Kharajyr’s Mend

Medicine and healing is paramount among all societies, and likewise the Kha’s. As a people who are often hunted for sport by descendant races, injury occurs often and requires expert care, thus meaning well trained doctors are a necessity.

A descendant who occupies medicinal skill will be trialed with completing extensive training in the field, after which they must prove proficiency. There are three means in which this can be proven, and is to be decided by the Aelkos or Priest: The descendant may be required to show their abilities by performing medical practice upon a cadaver; they may be thoroughly quizzed on medicinal practices such as herbs, their uses, and what procedures are to be done on which injuries; or in the instance of it occurring, they may be asked to perform surgery on an injured person.

 

A Kharajyr’s Hunt

Taking on the task of hunting down animals is one often seen prior to important ceremonies, the sacrifice offered to Metztli upon an altar. Warriors are those who are given the responsibility of completing the hunts, and thus warrior descendants will be given this role as well. 

If given this trial, the descendant must hunt down a beast no smaller than a medium sized (200lb) boar, and return to the community with the body so that it may be used to feed others or be offered to Metztli in ceremony.

 

A Kharajyr’s Spirit

The Great Beasts of Khalenwyr are powerful beings who serve as magical, spiritual leaders who govern in Metztli’s absence. Made before the Kha were formed, they are the servant Lunar Council who may be contacted and connected to via spirit walks. 

If one proves themselves worthy, though such a task is significantly more difficult to earn than other roles, the descendant will choose one of the 10 beasts to become a Champion of. They will be taken to the Beasts domain and be given a task to complete, and when finished they will be granted title and uphold deep spiritual connection to said Beast.

 

A Kharajyr’s Trade

Extending the reach of monetary trade is something that Kha value hugely, in that it allows broad sharing of their presence. Great alliances are forged through trade, and merchantry is the means in which such occurs. The further that the Kharajyr community can extend their outreach, the more opportunity for peace to be forged with descendant nations and their peoples.

Trades(wo)men are given the trial of selling 5 Kharajyr items, the profits to then be given to the community to help support financially. Such is completed when the minas are given, as well as 5 signatures from the buyers. A

 

A Kharajyr’s Creation

The history and culture of Kha has endured the tests of time through artistic means more than any. The stories told, art made, and songs written all have archived their ways for centuries. Artists yield a unique and important place amongst the society as both entertainers and keepers of knowledge.

Descendants who bear affinity for the arts are tasked with creating a piece of work that chronicles an aspect of Kharajyr culture or their history. This can be any art, ranging from a dance to a poem to a mural, but must be displayed before the Aelkos or Priest for approval.

 

 

 

 

After all the required prerequisites have been met, the descendant will be ‘reborn’ before Metztli as an honorary Kharajyr, one who occupies a genuine space among the people.

 

The ceremony of rebirth, also called the Miqui Hualnemi ceremony, begins as the sun crests the horizon and paints the skies crimson. Dressed in classically made Kharajyr attire, the Hukhalnumi stands before the guiding officiant. A ceremonial blade must be provided by a present priest, so that the ichor drawn is to be sent to Metztli herself. Blood soaked skies witness as the descendant drips their own into a ceremonial bowl, to join an ink substance. The Aelkos or Priest will then guide them to swear themselves to Metztli and the Kharajyr peoples as the moon begins its lunar climb, the Munna’s shadow witnessing their declaration.

In the mean time, each of the Kharajyr present offer their own blood into the bowl, drawn as it and the ceremonial blade are passed along. To offer such is to accept this new member of the community, to gift them a Kha blood they lack. Those who deny such are to deny their acceptance, a great insult and often taboo, however both possible and valued. Those who present their rejection must state their reason, which will be considered by the Elders.

When sworn, upon the descendant’s forehead the symbol of Hukhalnemi is drawn with the blood and ink mixture, marking them and their new place. 

With this completed, they are accepted into their Pride of choice, and are adorned with a title befitting of their status. These reborn descendants will always carry the prefix of Huk’, but may earn others alongside if their trials present themselves fitting.

 

Spoiler

Healer - Dra’ Huk’

Warrior - Do’ Huk’

Magic User - Jo’ Huk’

Merchant - Ka'/Ki'/Ko' Huk’

Artist - Ji’Huk

Adult - Si’/Sa’/So’ Huk’

 

To conclude the ceremony, the Hukhalnemi turns and faces their people, their new family, and lets out a mighty roar of pride so that Metztli herself might hear the bellow of her newest servant.

 

 

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Culture post! WOO! +1

 

[Jihnyny 5233]

Spoiler

this is actually kinda cool but i cant stop imagining ACTUAL lotc version of furries and the c'nor incident

 

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On 10/17/2024 at 7:27 AM, Jihnyny said:

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this is actually kinda cool but i cant stop imagining ACTUAL lotc version of furries and the c'nor incident

 

i have no idea what the cnor incident is and i am probably glad for it T^T