The Miravaris Talonnii

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“Ever the gift entwined with toil, all must labour to Larihei’s Will.”

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- History -

Whilst the Miravaris Talonnii is estimated to hold origins in Asulon, from times of the Second Pools, its exact genesis is shrouded in mystery. 

The first recorded Miravaris Laurir - Aevulith Miravaris - penned an original entry into Bloodline Archives of ages past: one of few Miravaris artefacts that have been recovered, at least in part.

Later entries such as this have continued to expand upon our Talonnii’s history, documenting the ever-growing list of Miravaris oem’ii born, and the Miravaris’ eventual rise to prominence. 

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I - Through Asulon til Atlas, the Talonnii of Miravaris remained somewhat unknown; but another humble Mali’thill lineage, tending quietly to their research, craft, and duties. So did it remain, until tragedy struck; Okarn’thilln, where the Miravaris Talonnii had resided in number, was destroyed.

II - After the destruction of Okarn’thilln, to which many kin members were lost, the Miravaris family began to regroup in the newfound city of Fi’halen, providing a full emergence as the Haelun’orian people moved to the land of Arcas. It was there that the first Miravaris attained a position upon elHeial’thilln, and would later go on to briefly take up the mantle of Sohaership at two separate times. 

III - Throughout this time, various Miravaris kin would make their presence known, informing that the Talonnii as a whole had indeed survived the Okarn’thilln disaster. Tragedy once again struck the Mali’thill - during Alaion Miravaris’ tenure as Okarir’tir, the Maheral Azorella Elibar’acal was assassinated, prompting the resignation of the incumbent Sohaer. In attempts to stabilise and re-unify the Mali’thill people, Alaion Miravaris took up the mantle of Sohaership.

IV - Yet, comfort for the Miravaris could not last long - tensions still remained high, and a Republic faction began to gather in elCihi. As the investigations into the assassination came with little fruition, the people were placed into a frenzy - disorder and disruption pushed the Silver City past its brink, culminating in the coup of Sohaer Alaion Miravaris and Acaele Lazul, bringing the rise of the Republic Era.

V - Ultimately, this led to the Miravaris Talonnii becoming scarce within elCihi, either taking temporary leave from the city or merely keeping very low profile. Throughout the Republic and Sohaerite Eras in Almaris, the Miravaris Talonnii removed itself from the public eye; awaiting a time in which they could return to a stable, recognisable Haelun’or and fully reintegrate themselves.

VI - Alas, the decision to re-emerge was no such smooth thing; it was once again in the face of travesty that the Miravaris proved again their loyalty to the Silver State. Arasdir Miravaris came early in the great struggle against the Mali’fenn, tasked with a de facto administration of the State while the conflict was still brewing. The work he had done and the time endured in Fennic prisons earned enough time for the re-emerging of Alaion Miravaris and the cavalry of patriot Mali’thill, who secured the Sohaership - this time, elected. The Miravaris presented themselves as a figure in opposition to the attempted coup of the Silver State by the Mali’fenn, gathering together supporters and a faction to try and undo the damage that had been done by the traitorous predecessor council. 

VII - With international pressure building, the new Silver Council made a pact with the Uruk Horde in exchange for protection of their peoples. However, whilst the Haelun’orian people did indeed succeed in defending their home from occupancy by the Mali’fenn and New Malinor, wider Almaris conflicts found themselves to centre around the Mali’thill island. In seeking to end unnecessary ‘thill bloodshed, the Miravaris Talonnii migrated alongside our Mali’thill kin to the southern peninsula city of Asul’hileia, wherein the Sohaership was handed to Luthien Maeyr’onn. 

VIII - Steadfast in their labors, their works ever turned toward the progress and well being of the Silver State. In the mid years of their dwelling upon Aevos, Arasdir Miravaris once more took up his sacred charge, lending wisdom to the flourishing of the island city under Luthien Maeyr'onn and then availing the rise of Sohaer Kolvar Uradir. It was in these hours that Malaurir Seth Calith, wearied by his own designs, grew distant from his Most Blessed role. Thus arose, by quiet accord of the Blessed Citizenry, a de facto Maheralship of Arasdir Miravaris, decreed tardy by law and early by souls. Through the light lended and with his guidance Elcihi'thilln traversed the toils of War War with the Vale of Nevaehlen, seeing to its bringing into the fold. Guiding the lost souls and lighting the Path of Larihei for many decades, his tenure, longer in truth than in name, came upon its gentle end just a few short years after the avaricious Seth Calith relinquished to him the Torch.

- Code of Conduct -

I - The Miravaris Talonnii conducts itself in eternal
accordance with the maehr’sae hiylun’ehya.

The Miravaris are committed to the following of Larihei’s teachings - to stray from the Silvered Path is to be Miravaris no longer. Those of the Miravaris line strive for perfection in their purity, of both mind and body.

II - The Miravaris Talonnii recognises refinement,
etiquette, and formal respect.

From a young age, elves of the Miravaris lineage are provided with a rigid programme of education, including but not limited to formal studies in the arts, the humanities, and the sciences. It is not uncommon to see a Miravaris with total mastery in a specific field, the family boasting especially fine musicians.  Beyond this, the Miravaris Talonnii places specific emphasis on studies of law, culture, and debate. After all, it is that which holds the true framework of proper, ordered society.

III - The Miravaris Talonnii emphasises order,
preservation, and structure.

The Miravaris Talonnii has long held ties to elSillumiran; and indeed, all capable Miravaris’ are expected to enlist and serve. In youth, the Miravaris not only pursue formal education, but equally the health of the body, with physical training a key part of this endeavour. The Miravaris strive to be model Citizens: the strive for contribution to the collective structure is one that the Miravaris hold close to their heart. From this citizenship comes service, comes loyalty, comes devotion.

If a Miravaris makes an oath, they intend to keep it.

- Physical Traits -

I - Whilst the Miravaris Talonnii hold no exclusive traits in hair colour, due to varying branches of ancestry, they most commonly are seen with pale hair ranging from a pale blonde to a warm white. 

II - Miravaris’ tend to have very angular facial features; pointed noses, sharp jaws, upturned eyes. Though alike hair colour their eye-colour varies, it is almost always of a light, pale tone, no matter the hue.

III - On first glance, the Miravaris seem to hold a lithe build. This observation is likely due to Talonnii members being regularly quite tall: almost always over 6ft. However, this is not to say that the Miravaris are merely gaunt scholars; quite the opposite, in fact. Whilst not physically ‘brawny’ or ‘stocky’, the Miravaris tend to be healthy, toned, and relatively strong due to emphasis on military training in youth.

- Genealogy -

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Chronology of Lauriran

Aevulith Miravaris,
mother of

Lliesyr Miravaris,
mother of

Aerindir Miravaris,
father of

Alaion Miravaris,
brother of

Alluin Miravaris,
second-cousin of

Arasdir Miravaris.

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I - Within the Miravaris, the Laurirship is passed down de facto to the eldest living descendant who is capable of receiving such. The heir-Laurir shall then be bestowed the Miravaris Circlet, and entitled to the formal use of the Talonnii crest and seal.

II - There exists however a process of challenge, in which another eligible descendant may declare the incumbent Laurir ‘unfit’: 

 a)   formally issuing a challenge for the Laurirship,
in case of perceived incompetence or impurity,

or ;

b)    lettering a respectful request for the transfer of the Laurirship,
should an incumbent be found absent/no longer able to fulfil duties.