[Accepted] [Settlement] The Archonate Of Fenn

[Wyrvun 1808]

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Type: Settlement

 

 

Leader MC Name: Wyrvun

 

Leader Character Name: Emaelia Drakon

 

Realm/Settlement Name: The Archonate of Fenn

 

Realm/Settlement ID:  fenn

 

Primary Realm/Settlement Color: cadet_gray

 

Proposed Capital Tile / Region Location (Highlight 3 on the map):

 

 

Boreal 1, 2, and 3,. Though 1 is preferred, 2, and 3, are also possible.

 

Lore (could also include previous roleplay posts showing involvement with the community):

 

Comprehensive Lore Post:

https://www.lordofthecraft.net/forums/topic/202393-snow-elves-the-malifenn/ 

 

Some instances of community interaction dating most to least relevant:

 

https://www.lordofthecraft.net/forums/topic/266437-an-archonic-summons/

https://www.lordofthecraft.net/forums/topic/266438-the-tathvir-bloodline/

https://www.lordofthecraft.net/forums/topic/266345-the-ivae%E2%80%99fenn-and-the-wrath-of-bolomormaa/

https://www.lordofthecraft.net/forums/topic/237286-the-atmorice-accord/

https://www.lordofthecraft.net/forums/topic/236555-the-vigilants-portent/

 

 Government Structure Explanation:

 

While the structure of Fennic government is different from its traditional expression, a prince and a princedom, several core bureaucratic structures remain.

 

Power within the Archonate is centered around a Council of Archons-- An Archon is the head of one of the major ancestral bloodlines of the Fenn, Drakon, Atmorice, Sylric, Tathvir, and Ithrandos (And Nominally Tundrak). As well as a speaker for the bloodless residents of the Archonate who is elected by the bloodless. Though theoretically each vote is of equal weight and measure to the other, the bloodlines typically fall into blocks, or parties dominated by one bloodline. Among these bloodlines they will elect from one of their own, an executive figure who manages all external diplomacy, though remains nominally accountable to the other Archons. They are called “The First Speaker of The Fenn.” Though are more usually referred to as their regular Archonic Title, ex, Archon of Drakon, Archon of Tathvir, Archon of Atmorice. This position is not permanent, subject to a vote of no confidence, and semi-regular elections.

 

Offices of governance, not necessarily held by members of the Archonic Council, such as high steward, treasurer, or the High Sentinel, commander of the Ivae’fenn, are appointed by the council through a vote, or in the case of the High Sentinel, directly by the Executive without any input from the council. A majority of the Archonates day to day running, and decision making falls to these positions. Including housing, logistics, tax rates, and management of the treasury.

 

While there is currently no agreed candidate for the title of “Prince of the Mali’fenn.” Or princess, for that matter. The role has not been entirely retired, a royal is still a theoretical possibility, should the Archonic council consent to one. Though the exact measure of the Royals reach in society, role, and the timespan for such is hotly debated by the blocks within the Archonic council-- and oocly.

 

 

Capital / Settlement Build Concepts (photos of assets / layout / inspiration required:

 

 

 

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This is the rough sketch outline of the settlement in its initial phase. The current plan is to develop the settlement in a way that is conducive to the growth of the fenn through roleplay. Currently, within the tundra, we are rping on tile_1 with wandering blarghs, and tents. Once the settlement app is accepted, we will turn to a more permanent form of settlement. The red area represents the initial outline that will be the central fortification, in which the mali'fenn dwell, and do a majority of their roleplay. Within the red region, is orange sections, represent relative residential sections, filled with houses. While the green represent areas for the major bloodlines, or families of the mali'fenn to centralize their specific niche rp. An Ithrandos hunting camp, for which to stage and skin animals. A fishing area for Drakons, and a pier. The Tathvirs their tavern, and brewing area. The Sylrics get a forge, and somewhere within the mountain side, the Atmorices will burrow and create a cultist lair in the catacombs containing the honored dead

 

While I can make no promises regarding the future structure of any Archonate, I can guarantee the same general layout, and zoning. Bloodline halls, residential, and a wall surrounding the majority of the settlement, with roleplay areas scattered close about the walls. The premise, and promise, is not to create, immediately, from nothing, a mega walled settlement with no possible way in pvp gank fort-- as I imagine is the fear of some members of tech team given my understanding

 

The same people that built fenn on Arcas, and Atlas are not in charge of the build team. In fact, they are not even in the discord. The current build style of the Mali'fenn is largely inspired by the work of @JJosey, on Almaris, both her fishing village, and the Princedom of Fenn. There will not be a plateau stretching, like a great wall from one end of the mountain to the other. There will be no great terraforming-- at least not to the extent of Arcas Fenn-- but a gradual shift from a camp of wayward travelers, to a bastion, to a city, and hopefully beyond. The settlement application serves for us as a step from 'bunch of white elves in tents' to an organized society-- rather, organizing society-- with definite borders, and a definite area of influence. That is, as far as their walls, and the warmth of their hearths stretch into the deep cold.

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

How does this realm/settlement offer a unique niche not already found in an existing group on the server?:

 

There is a singular elven nation on the server right now, and it exists within the empire. Not only does this settlement add variety in allegiance, it adds variety in culture. The mali’fenn are a distinct elven group that predates most other established Elven groups on LoTC. The ‘fenn are niche by definition if by that alone.

 

Though there are other points. Among all current elven cultures on LoTC, the mali’fenn are the most famous-- or infamous-- for their martial prowess and history. While other martial cultures exist, no Elven culture has established themselves within even an arms length of the Mali’fenn in terms of both being feared, and hated by hundreds of communities throughout their time on LoTC.

 

Their location is also unique to all other elves, together with their religion. These two are inseparable so I will address them as though they are one factor. The ‘fenn exist as one of two groups on the server that are active dedicants of Wyrvun-- despite his absence as a God-- they have remained steadfast for over an OOC decade. To that dedication, they have often, as often as possible placed themselves firmly in the tundra and appointed themselves its premier guardians.

 

 

How does your realm/settlement tie to the greater lore and narrative set by the community on LotC?:

 

The Fenn are an ancient group on LoTC, in its earliest forms appearing late 2014, early 2015. Though having evolved in a way to become unrecognizable across the span of over a decade the ‘fenn remain a constant, if quiet constant, within the greater world of LoTC not only as a distinct, prideful, and isolated sect of elves, but as the self proclaimed watchers of the tundra. But this is not only idle talk or a fleeting element of their culture, but history, crafted and shaped by players, has molded the ‘fenn into what they are today.

 

Every aspect of the mali’fenn, from their distinct dialect of Elven, to their clothing, the style of their armor, the houses in which they dwell, and the structure of their government and daily action is informed by the collective collaboration that is Fennic culture. This settlement application-- if approved-- would only serve to be the next rendition of a race struggling against their dying light, fighting, not to drown and maintain relevance. Perhaps for the 11th time, to be crushed, and drowned and pulled into the deep by the hands of other players. Perhaps to remain as a stable entity. 

 

Either way, if accepted, there is no failure. It is the intention of our player group to live up to the highest standards of ‘Snow Elf larp.’ Frequent player events, offering darkspawn groups within the Tundra whom we have had conflict with in the past, a more constant source of prey, and battles to fight in good faith, and sincere opposition. Of all the groups upon LoTC, perhaps the least afraid of roleplay consequences, and the most willing to accept the negative outcomes, there is no doubt in the mind of any person familiar with the playerbase, and history of: It is time and time again, the Mali‘fenn.

 

 

Have you ever run a realm/settlement on LotC before and what experience does your group have with leadership within roleplay communities?

 

Yes, I personally have almost 5 years of experience of leadership on the servers, almost from exactly the end of my first year of LoTC. For the past 3 years I’ve been involved with the snow elf project from the rise of the previous Princedom, to the current era. I understand the difficulty, the time commitment and importance of my position. Furthermore, I appreciate the trust placed in me by my community.

 

Do you understand the metrics for upkeep, maintaining activity, and the grounds for realm/settlement removal?

 

Yes :3c

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

[Nectorist 12869]

give the settlement or i attack

[King_Kunuk 3022]

what is with elves and using communism propaganda. . .

wait. . . no its just a high elf thing across all their sub cultures

[Wyrvun 1808]

2 minutes ago, King_Kunuk said:

what is with elves and using communism propaganda. . .

wait. . . no its just a high elf thing across all their sub cultures

calling me a high elf is actually rly offensive to like.. my culture..

[Samson Option 9652]

I support this if for nothing else to have an authentic small group v small group conflict in Rimeglen (Witch Kingdom v Fenn).

 

My only request though you are welcome to throw it back in my face is to build this up similar to how Nooblius built up Khron'Hundmar = Dwarf Fortress/Norland/Clanfolk fashion slowly building up the settlement. Would generate roleplay objectives-style for your players but I only suggest that because I rolled with Nooblius back in last map and that was some good spirited fun that entertained the oldheads & the noobs alike.

[MyNameIsMason 269]

No King but Mason

[erictafoya 3276]

Fenn Friends W!

[Morigung-oog 5697]

Very nice. IC beef aside, the Fennic playerbase have been a longstanding part of the community and I'm very intrigued to see where they take the direction of their roleplay this time. :)

[Daisy 9725]

Your charter is under review.

Please have signatories sign with /charter sign fenn

Deposit mina with /treasury deposit

[Zacho 2177]

4 hours ago, King_Kunuk said:

what is with elves and using communism propaganda. . .

wait. . . no its just a high elf thing across all their sub cultures

trvthnuke

[Widu 535]

11 hours ago, King_Kunuk said:

wait. . . no its just a high elf thing across all their sub cultures

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Come back, comrade Maehr'ir

 

Sending warmest wishes to our sister republic. Let the thousand flowers bloom!

[Britannicvs 2508]

16 hours ago, Samson Option said:

I support this if for nothing else to have an authentic small group v small group conflict in Rimeglen (Witch Kingdom v Fenn).

 

My only request though you are welcome to throw it back in my face is to build this up similar to how Nooblius built up Khron'Hundmar = Dwarf Fortress/Norland/Clanfolk fashion slowly building up the settlement. Would generate roleplay objectives-style for your players but I only suggest that because I rolled with Nooblius back in last map and that was some good spirited fun that entertained the oldheads & the noobs alike.

khron hundmar... :(

[Daisy 9725]

This application has been reviewed and pending required changes. You will be contacted by staff with additional information.

[Daisy 9725]

Application accepted. You will be contacted by staff on next steps.