OldeTymer

I don't mean to talk in circles, but even after your previous post, I still must say that the end result is, basically, Druidism. I'll also go into further detail and relate with examples. There is a different method to achieve the magical feats, sure, but the appearance is Druidism. Druids "nurture plants and affect their growth using the Fay to produce hard, gnarled barks and resource enriched plants to be cultivated for domestic use as well as defensive use."

The Fayen act much like a similar ability of the Druids as sort of "tree-guardians," only, we call them Treants.

The way beasts respond in this magic seems almost identical to how they respond to Druidism. "Beasts are dominated for short periods of time. The controlling of beasts isn't really a combat thing as no beast will fight blindly without respect. Instead of calming an animal to teach it Arbiters [Druids] exact dominance over them over a period of time" in a very similar fashion. Now, beasts respond to Druids based on the Druid's strength of their connection to Nature, but the beast doesn't blindly follow the Druid, either. "The beast can be empowered, giving them increased capability in combat." This part, I don't comprehend too awful well... but I'm taking it as if the beast gains special abilities from the Arbiter? If so, then I suppose that's a divergence in that Druid influence over beasts doesn't change them at all.

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I don't agree that the extent of Druid elements is only basic. This magic performs feats of Druidism, only it does so by much different means. Instead of having to have a direct connection (attunement) to Nature, the Arbiters control "pestilence" (which, here, this seems to be a window into Necromancy) to influence Nature. Again, I like the concept and the meat of this lore, I just can't get behind it because it is, as I see it, "Druidism through a Necromancer's window."

I like the lore and the concept, to be honest. However, looking at the magic, it is much too close to Druidism. The only access to controlling Nature in any way (even to the slightly lesser extent than Druidism that you have in this lore) is only accessible through being attuned to Nature through Druidism. I don't have qualms with adding more kinds of magic, but this isn't unique enough. The Nature domain (commanding animals and growing plants/ tree-like golems) is taken care of by Druid magic, and Necromancy already controls corruption. Yeah, the methods are slightly different and this magic doesn't quite line up intrusively, but it is still intrusive to these existing magic types.

MC name: Werbles

Forum name: Callax

Skype Name: dylan.judy

What is your timezone? EST

How do you wish to work on the wiki? (Media, proof checking, writing, etc): I am somewhat of a perfectionist, so I'd be apt to do proof-checking and updating as well as (re) organizing and formatting. I'd specifically like to work on/update the guilds section as well as add and update general lore and story from the forums. Other than that, I wish to help out where I can, however I can, whenever I can.

Have you worked on the wiki before?: Quite some time ago, I kept up with the Druid wiki pages with updates and lore. Other than that, I have not.

Do you have a basic understanding of lore?: Most certainly; I've been around for awhile and have at least a basic understanding.

 I shall am be much very teaching of Sena.

Farewell, my friend. May we meet again by the graces and at the table of the Horned Lord, Green Lady, and Dark Duchess.

I shall most certainly be instructing Cheza in the arts of Nature's Healing.

I shall indeed be instructing Sharr in the arts of Nature's healing.

I am indeed instructing Henry in the art of Nature's Healing.

In-game name: Werbles

Roleplay name: Callax

Skype (PM if desirable): dylan.judy

Do you belong to any other guilds (and if so, which?): Yes, the Druidic Order.

Note: I wonder that should I obtain a coat, might I tailor it to a green; the color is more my flavour. Ah, and I have a hat.

People have strongly bad opinions about Jamie. I think they get the wrong idea, maybe because they dislike that he fights the systems he sees wrong in and stands up for positions he feels are right. He is strong, adamant, and consistent in these things, and when he realizes he is wrong about something, he admits it and works to fix it. I have known him and have witnessed his person long enough to know the truth in him. Over time, I have really disliked some of the things he's said and done, but in hindsight of my acquired maturity, I realized that the things he said and did were for the betterment of myself, others, and ideas and institutions which he was defending/prosecuting.

He honestly has made me a much better RPer and a person of greater maturity and integrity over the past 4 years (almost) now.

I approached Makayla myself in learning Nature's Healing and shall definitely be teaching her.

In Anthos, I did, indeed, teach the Butterfly Druid these things and ensured she was decently progressed. I also OOCly oversaw her as a member of the then-MAT. Since the recent return of the character, we have RPd and I have ensured she is still up to snuff with everything, and everything seems to be in order!

Callax reads over the options and shakes his cane in the air as he shouts, "Add Druidism to the poll! Druidism is NOT akin to Wood Elf paganism. And due to our Order having a large body of followers, you would gather better data in this study..."

Factcore provided some of the best, by far, events I've ever been a part of or heard of. He genuinely cares about the players having fun and feeling as if they're creating the story, rather than having some knotty-headed plot line shoved down their throats with forced-deaths as I've been used to experiencing and hearing of for some time now. This fellow will truly provide what the teams needs: an actual ET who puts tons of effort into his builds and RP and cares about those he RPs with and provides RP for.

Callax's thin and spindly hand trembles lightly as he caresses a quill, fanning it back and forth whilst he reads the words of the charter upon the parchment. After adjusting his spectacles on his nose and closer to his eyes, he looms forward and proceeds to sign his simple name, with a very time-taking leisure, in detailed and incredibly slanted letters.

Callax

My thoughts are similar to Stobohobo's... It seems as if you are incorporating a variety of different magics into this one idea you have, and it wouldn't be favorable to the RPers of those particular magics that some of your ideas may intrude upon. I can't say that I'm a fan of this lore; it should be more unique.

Some very interesting additions!

I give a big thanks to all the old and new coders

I have RPed alongside DefinitelyKnot (AKA Charlie) off and on since we both joined the server back in 2012 in Asulon. We, but he more than I, have come a long way since then. He never fails to provide the most immersive, detailed, exquisite, beyond measure of quality RP. It is just natural for him in his everyday RP to provide such authenticity and quality.

Not only is he a natural and exceptional RPer, but he has already achieved the greatness that the ET should exemplify. Over the years, Charlie has come up with the most interesting character concepts and has RPd these unique characters out, providing a unique, almost event-like RP to all those who might be delighted by his arrival. Some examples of these characters were Sugarman - the villain who used sugar as a weapon, Marvin the Mystery Man - who solved, or perhaps didn't, the most complex of cases, the Jarl of Yellow - who declared that everything in existence that was yellow was, by right, his, and Rodrigo the Daring Bandit - he stole his our possessions and our hearts. These are some of the spectacular characters Charlie has provided some of the most fun RP with, and he's done so without being on any official staff team - imagine the ideas and events he'd bring forth if he WAS on the ET.

I can also speak of his dedication, too. Despite him having so many "event characters," Charlie has held onto a few long-term main characters, as well. A couple of which were Druids and a couple which were not. He has a dedication to providing fun and entertainment above all, but his organization and planning skills are great, too.

I think everyone is right to criticize Arik, just as we all are right to provide constructive criticism to each other. However, it has been a few years since some of these critiques were even valid, and I think many of you are laying on Arik a bit too thick. Can we step back and take a look at some of our staff members now who only a few months to a year ago had a terrible reputation of being poor sports, poor team players, perhaps selfish, into MG and PG, leaking and purposely causing chaos in LotC chats? I won't be 'that guy' and call anyone out, but some of these very people didn't even have experience on a staff team before, period; yet, we forgave them and gave them a chance, or perhaps another chance.

Other than a few, such as Ouity, who have posted here, I have known and experienced Arik more than any of you. I am somewhere between my 3rd and 4th year an active RPer on LotC, but in my earlier years, I was typically that nooby idiot who needed corrected for acting like a downright knotty-pated fool. I was at the butt end of Arik lectures and warnings, but I actually looked up to him and sought him for guidance a number of times, as well. I know for a fact that Arik is not full of himself, however, and that he does not think himself higher than anyone when it comes to moderation. What he IS full of and DOES hold higher than others are the rules and common sense and courtesy (whether this be in Forum Moderation or as a mature adult in a Skype chat). I can say that the only true example where he might be full of himself is in-character as an elder Druid (which he is rightfully so to be full of himself, because he has ICly earned that respect) and out-of-character when he stands up for Druidic lore being trampled upon.

He IS a team player, but he WILL stand up for the right decision if everyone else is flocking to some other idea that is either stupid, selfish, blind, or in following another leader. I was around when he was an FM previously, and he most certainly was strict. In all honesty, however, it becomes irritating when members of the community get away with doing foolish things with nothing more than a slap on the wrist or an allowed return from whatever "perma-banning" has come to mean. Though, back to supporting Arik... He is most certainly not selfish in his leadership; just because he had a bit of a tiff with a couple FMs before does not justify him being incompatible for the FM team now. I got sick of the staff teams often rallying behind a single person and not having a voice of their own in times past, so, get over the fact that Arik has his own voice and will not put up with stupidity or rule-breaking on any level, be you a common community man or a member of staff.

I hate seeing hate comments and he-said she-said. It's been two years. People see Arik standing up for something and think he's putting himself above everyone, when it is precisely not so. Just think, if it wasn't for people like him standing up for their respected magic groups, you might still be limited to two-TAs per character. He cares for what's best for not only the Druidic Order, but for the community as well, and I have personally witnessed this. Despite the fact that I used to be at the butt end of his bluntness and 'wrath,' I hold no foolish and poorly-fueled grudge, but rather see the truth and best in him and his leadership.

Great idea, in all honesty. Would save a lot of trouble for all three sides: the owner, the thief, and the GM.

Now, we just need to implement a rule that people may not own horses, or any animal for that matter, in the name of the Aspects and DETA (Druids for the Ethical Treatment of Animals) law!

Gigarun was a great GM before (he has most certainly outshone many GMs in his relations with the community and ability to solve problems fairly and quickly), and he would be a great addition to the team once again. To not allow him to return to the position is a disservice to us all.

KibagoKid understands Druid magic very well on an OOC level and I have never witnessed him misusing or PGing it. His character, Taynuel, has grown and developed as a Druid in tremendous ways, which have strengthened his bond with Nature, thus elevating his abilities and influence over Nature. From both an OOC and an IC perspective, Taynuel has achieved the means and status in which he is capable of teaching Blight Healing, now, on top of his other subtype of Druidism.