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[beautiful work! I am very interested on how this roleplay can be progressed? Is there a group of forest dwarves rping in a single area?]

[Well.. while you where gone the Braveaxes and Blackaxes made a "pact" aka merged and became one clan. I'm hoping that most of the Grandaxes will become apart of the roleplaying environment of Kal'Anart when it is opened. Hopefully this Monday or Tuesday.] [And Longbeard, can you change the trail names so it represents something else besides the dwarven gods that Tyrion made up. I'm trying to have the mountain dwarves be Paragon worshipers like Urguan or Urir. I'll talk with you over ts to get the finishing touches on this, but all in all, great work!] **Looks over to Oghren** "Ahh t'at'd not beh a problehm. I'll call on Longbeard 'n 'is guild ov lumberjackers fer cuttin' th' wood 'nd git Skath fer all yer craftin' needs whether it'd beh tools er repairs. Also, ah believe Skath 'as a good deal ov bread in reserves, ask 'im fer t'at as well."

((Alright, so expect to see a lot more of these little excerpts.)) Screams and shouts echo throughout Kal'Anart. An elderly dwarf looks from a large tower at the top of the hold, and scans the cityscape. He spots his target below and yells out, as his face is pumping red, full of rage. "EY DARAIN! GIT UP 'ERE!" The latter dwarf, looks up and fires a few quick shots from his bow. Infuriated Bazain runs down the tower with the ferocity of anger pumping through his veins. Bazian runs out through the gates with a switch firmly grasped in his hands and yells some more. "DARAIN YAH GIT OUT 'ERE 'ND REPAY YER DISRESPECT!" The mountain grows silent and cold between the various shouting. The only other noise that can be heard is the animals at the farmhouse. Bazian turn towards there, hoping to find the dishonoring dwarf. Bazian slowly walks into the house, floorboards creak underneath. He scratches his beard and finds that hole again where Darain cut a piece off of. Pumped full of fury once again, Bazian lets out a shout. "AGGHHH! DAMNIT DARAIN!" Dirt falls from the ceiling and steps can be heard over head. Bazian slowly brushes the dirt from his shoulder and looks up. Hey furrows his brow, and rushes out the door with a switch firmly grasped in hand. He looks up at Darain and yells. "OI! Stop t'ere!" Only to have him run off again back into the city. After a game of cat and mouse was played for a while, Bazian stop chasing him and threw his stick to the side. He heads back to his temporary home and doeses off leaning next to some stone outside. The afternoon sun shines brightly as Bazian layed there, until a shadow is cast over him. Bazian awakes from the sudden change in light from Darain standing over him, diamond armour shining in the light giving off a sparkle. He rubs his eyes and wipes the drool from his beard, then clears his throat and beings to speak with him. After a long discussion of Darain's actions, Bazian offered him one last choice, rather than losing his Thane position. He said, "If yah can bring meh seven able bodied fighters t'er act as guards fer meh 'old, ah will allow yah t'er keep yer position as Thane 'nd regain yer 'onor." Darain nods and agrees to the deal and sets off down the road. A new quest begins for the younger dwarf, as Bazian, in his irritated state, tries to piece back his beard with some slimeballs.

*Reads the first line on the parchment and quickly yells out* "Ah feast! Finally! Weh beh gitten ah feast! Wit' Ales!" *Bazian Laughs heartily as he reminisces on all the good memories of feasts*

Gimrik beh a Jarl at Kal'Anart 'nd Darain beh meh Thane! T'ey cannae beh guard captains ov ah different 'old, er am ah readin' t'is wrong..?

((We'll miss you longbeard :( If you want I can set up a google doc for the trails so that we could collaborate on them.))

((Alright, so I was going through some of my old google docs. when I stumbled upon this. I am NOT taking any credit for this, any and all credit is to our awesome lore master, Grabthar. I hate to see his work go un-used, so here it is.)) -=Mountain Dwarves=- Physical characteristics The mountain dwarves are on average half a foot taller than other dwarves. They are the most common dwarf in all of Asulon. They have light skin that is fair or lightly tanned and green or silvery blue eyes with long light brown or red hair, growing white or gray with age. Most males and even some females have large beards and mustaches. The females are slightly shorter and less heavy than the males Psychology Mountain dwarves are a cynical and gruff people, but they are, despite a reputation to the contrary, fatalistic, still possessing some hope for the future. Typically, mountain dwarves take time to trust and even longer to forgive but the dwindling of their race has led many to be more open to other ways of thinking. Mountain dwarven attitudes have in the past been typically divided between the Recluse and the Wayfarer, two separate schools of thought amongst the race, though since the Fall of Karik this separation has begun to erode. The Recluse, like the Cave Dwarves believed it best to take an isolationist policy towards other races, fortifying their mountain homes and continuing their ancient ways, while the Wayfarers have been more adventurous, seeking their fortunes on the surface world. However, while mountain dwarves have not always been as open-minded as they are today, there is a long tradition of adventurism in the race and many young dwarves, particularly since the Fall of Karik, have hoped to find glory in doing great deeds in distant lands. Less self-interested mountain dwarves have also taken to the adventuring life to reclaim ancient strongholds or treasures long lost. Whatever the case, most mountain dwarves who venture beyond their homes are fighters or hunters trained in personal combat, leaning on the strong martial traditions of their people against the orcs, humans, and elves that threaten the race. Experienced dwarven adventurers might well go on to join the Irehearts, while students of the ancients might become Blackaxes. Wielders of the arcane are fairly rare, however, since mountain dwarves distrust magic. Culture Traditionally, clan allegiance and caste placement meant everything among the mountain dwarves but as their civilization has declined so has the importance of these identity constructs. Although blood lineage is still a mark of pride for a dwarf from a particularly strong clan, personal accomplishments have come to mean more practically than the old ways, which seem increasingly irrelevant. Among the Recluse, traditions remain strong, but there is an increasing number of mountain dwarves willing to leave the mountains for a life as adventurers or craftsmen among humans. Family life remains a prime concern for dwarves, however, and while elders play a diminishing role in childrearing, the relationships between parent and child or siblings remain as strong as ever. Most dwarves are literate and are taught to read at an early age, before being handed off to an apprenticeship appropriate to their caste. In the workplace, mountain dwarves are taught to work both for not only themselves and their family but for the greater whole of their clan and most dwarves are, while proud of their work, fairly humble and avoid ostentatious displays of decadence. After a mountain dwarf has expired his or her ability to work physically, they remain a valued part of the community for their experience and wisdom and when they die they are honored with funeral rites appropriate to their legacy.

((I still don't know how all the trails will work out since Longbeard hasn't been on because of computer troubles.. So don't worry about them for now. :)

((Just FYI for everybody, the hold will be opening on the 17th this month. I hope that's enough time to finish the fort on top, either way we will still open. I will also be gone the 9th-16th for vacation.))

Yah Grimm'alls are alright in meh eyes. Yah 'ave 'elped out th' Kin'dom 'nd yah was a good friend ov T'oriks. Consider yerselves Grandaxes!

Ah appreciate th' work yah 'ave put in, 'nd as far as becomin' a Grandaxe goes, I wuld consider yerselves part ov th' Clan. I 'ave seen w'at yah two 'ave dun fer th' kingdom eva since weh arrived 'ere in Asulon, 'nd I say t'at ah beh impressed. 'nd as fer yah dark wood problem, ah will be cuttin' away at th' forest below, but ah wuld like fer Longbeard 'nd 'is guild ov lumberdwarves t'er 'elp out on t'is.

((Gimrik, I need to talk to you about how your making the fort)) ((nvm, I talked with exo, the design is pretty sweet! And I'm thinking of a day for opening the hold, Actually either tomorrow or the next will be the day to open the hold.))

Looks good Skippeh!

((Lol, I didn't know you still played LotC pinsir..))

((omg Cracker you are such a troll Xp))

-=Kal'Anart=- We are the Dwarves of the Northern Mountains -=Govermental Structure=- The Hold is run by the Lord, he has final say over anything. The lord can only be of Grandaxe decent and had spent some time on the elder council. The Elder council are the Lord's closest advisers. They are also the ones that choose whom may join the ranks of the Grandaxe Clan as well as help the newer dwarves find living space and bring good roleplay to the Hold. Lastly, there are the Overseers. These people are hand picked by the lord to help run the Hold in a more business standard. Mountain Lord: Bazian Grandaxe- Total control of the hold, has the final say. Leads the Clan into battle. Must be in the bloodline of a Grandaxe. Elder Council Members: Hodor Grandaxe, Skath Grandaxe, Bruski Grandaxe- These old and wise dwarves are of Grandaxe decent. They appoint who will be Lord of Kal'Anart, who will join the Clan and they help out the newcomers. There will only be four Council Members at any given time. Overseer: Morgrim Grandaxe- The Overseer watches over the capital city of Kal'Anart. He is second to the Mountain King. He is also the go to guy about anything in Kal'Anart whether it be regions, housing, job distribution, or anything that has to do with the regular day to day operations of the hold. In particular, helps out the new dwarves when they arrive at the hold. Has most of the same responsibilities in the terms of hold management. Lord Marshal: Hodor Grandaxe- Regulates the protection of the city. Controls and organises the Order Among the Stone, hold defense and "The Pit" (prisoner holding cells). Is the second to the Lord in terms of defense of the Hold. Does not receive pay, it is a honor to be a Lord Marshal (May receive spoils of war or minas from the coffers.) Archbishop: Hogarth Celestine- The Patron to all the Paragons. He preaches and teaches the ways of our ancestors and tells stories of these great dwarves. Has control over the "Hall of Paragons" where most of the teachings and worship is conducted. Barons: Grumdul Grandaxe of Khaz'Verngaz- Barons are the vassals to the Mountain King. They act as any vassal would. http://www.lordofthecraft.net/forum/index.php?/topic/64670-khazverngaz/ -=Society of the Hold=- High Merchant: Skath Grandaxe- Repairs and organises the hold's armoury. Repairs any tools or weapons as needed by the hold (other business with citizens is not required by the hold). Journeyman: [MULTIPLE POSITIONS OPEN]- A citizen, commissioned by the Lord to investigate nearby settlements such as towns, holds, cities, forts, etc. Will have to fill out a form of the settlement and its qualities. This person will get to know the townspeople of the area and communicate with the person that governs the area often. Groundskeeper: [OPEN]- Is payed by the Lord to till the fields and tend to the livestock of the Hold. Local Tavern Owner: [OPEN]- Runs the local tavern, "Hardrock Tavern". Sells the much needed ale to the local populace. VERY IMPORTANT! Royal Cook: [OPEN]- Is payed by the Lord to prepare food and ale for feasts at the hold. May also be subjected to cooking meat for the larder, for storage or to feed the guards. -=Hard Labor=- Hardy Lumberjack: [MULTIPLE POSITIONS OPEN] 5 Active Members- The lumberjacks of Khaz'Verngaz are a hard working group of dwarves that are always looking for more members. As a lumberjack you will have to travel to the lumbercamp to complete your work and take quarters at Kal'Anart. This position is paid. Humble Farmer: [MULTIPLE POSITIONS OPEN]- The mountain on which Kal'Anart sits upon, is surrounded by miles and miles of fields perfect for farmland. As a farmer, you will be given a specific plot of land based on your work output or minas payed. You could either choose to buy land or pay the Lord with a weekly quota of your crop. Industerious Miner: [MULTIPLE POSITIONS OPEN]- With all that plains lands there is equal to that under the earth. Many mining camps will be set up around the hold, having various permits to purchase. Miners are not payed workers but the hold will buy a majority of their ores and raw materials. If you are interested in any one of these posistions, fill out an application below. [b]MC Name:[/b] [b]RP Name:[/b] [b]What posistion are you interested in? If it's not listed please state what you wish to do.:[/b] [b]What is your trade? [Levels?]:[/b] [b]Will you be living within the walls of Kal'Anart? If not, do you wish to request a home?:[/b] [b]Do you swear, with your families honor, that you will uphold this position, be loyal to the people of Kal'Anart and it's Lord?:[/b] Culture The Culture of the hold is based off of Mountain dwarf culture and the Grandaxe Clan. All info can be found here. http://www.lordofthecraft.net/forum/index.php?/topic/55263-th-grandaxe-clan/ **Still under construction**

* Receives the same letter but written on the back, a new message.* Ahh, t'is beh good news. I t'ink weh s'uld all meet up sumw'ere er anudder t'er discuss t'e 'appenins' in t'e northern lands 'nd t'ins', so t'atd weh may all git a mutual understandin' ov one an' udder.

* Receives a letter by bird at the Goldhand Keep* Ah received a letter a few days back from a lad t'at said 'e ran a town name Fornost, err sumt'in'. Yah Goldhands 'ave been 'ere longer t'en I, yah know ov such a lad? -Signed Bazian Grandaxe *A crest of two axes crossing is burned into the bottom of the parchment*

[Kneel before the Blackaxes! :3]

((Matt your already in :P, and hamin, since you joined in as a Blackaxe you don't need to go through the trials))

((Ahh yes, the good ol days of pillaging and raids...))

((Actually, to make things easier, can anyone that is now a Grandaxe member post their Mc name and Rp name on this thread for role call.))

((Don't need to reapply if your already in the Clan ;p, but I can use that as an example if ya like))

((I'll just put you on the list for Grandaxes when I get everything finished on the forums. As for the location of the hold, it is not yet finished. I can still take you there if you want and you can help out if your good at building but there isn't much Rp up there yet.))