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Can we add a 2 - 3 syllable word for badger please and thank you <3 I need it for rp reasons 🙏

I always enjoy Rp in Fenn

In the north, The Snow-Elves of Fenn have a Orphanage with 3 occupants currently who welcome any friends to join them. If you've wanted to test the waters with fennic culture feel free to message me on the forums here or on my discord [Tayelikel#3734] The orphanage will accept any children [meaning you do not have to be a snowelf, you can be any race] So if you're looking for fun wholesome rp that you can begin and develop as a blank slate! Just send me a msg and i'll be glad to help get you set up!

My character Fillianore Puerokar [Wood/highelf] and her partner Timothy [Woodelf/Highelf] Have had a daughter If you're interested Plz msg me either here, Ig [Tayelikel or Tayelisnw], or discord [#Tayelikel#3734]

My character Daewlin Oussana and her Partner have had a child, A girl. If you're interested Plz msg me either here, Ig [Tayelikel or Tayelisnw], or discord [#Tayelikel#3734]

Name: Ne'enuvar Race: Elf Age: 19 [[OOC]] Username: Tayelisnw Discord: Tayelikel#3734 Timezone: CST (Post application as reply)

Honestly feel like the 5g sms tracking magic birds are more an issue xD

I have been told by my peers, that the forum is messing with it. Its fine on my screen and in preview, but not to others. trying to fix it

Bilobooz The Mani of Storytelling and Legacy Bilobooz, a quiet, reserved Mani that tends to stay in her meadows and burrows. Devoting her time to her children and passing along her knowledge and stories to them. Although distant and skittish from the descendants, she has no malice towards people or the other Mani. Compared to the others, Bilobooz is a reserved and reclusive Mani; she doesn’t usually interact with the descendants, as such with the curse of infertility, she is detached from elven-kin, and if encountered, she’d mind her own business in her meadows or burrows. Those who do reach this Mani, hold memories of her lopped ears, and her mythical soft silken fur. A calm, gentle Mani, she is said to have a pure spirit, holding onto whatever burrow or meadow her heart calls home, be it lush tall grass, away from commotion, or a burrow under a tree trunk. Going on her own path along with her children, this is a wandering kindred spirit, though one that always remained with her own fluffle. Her being is the embodiment of innocence and simplicity. Living for each moment, as the next is never promised. Rabbits are prey by nature, keeping to a quiet life, but one of self-fulfillment. A burrow of bunnies, is hope for the future, a tribe to pass down stories of the past. Keeping the legacies of her rabbits and bunnies that made their mark around the world. She holds nature’s greatest hope for the future through the bunnies she treasures. Leading the young to learn what they can so that they may feel safe, free and unhindered in making their own future to pass along, encouraging those around her to never forget their history. She does not judge the past but leaves it as a lesson to be learned, to grow from, be it victory or loss. Being that rabbits are creatures of prey, despite their good intentions, their actions are often misunderstood. Bilobooz is quick to rush from conflict, seeking comfort in the small safety of a burrow, calling her children to follow and running with them from danger. She has a calm, quiet energy, unable to hold hatred in her heart. Though her instincts are keen and wary of any threats, once she loses trust in you, gaining it back will prove a daunting task. She is the patron of Children and Family, Storytellers and Legacy Keepers. She values those who devote themselves to teaching, those who pass on the lessons for the next generation to learn from and those who have caring hearts and sound minds. There have been people who have tried to gain her favor with offerings of, Evening Primrose Oil, Helonia’s Root, or other symbolic gifts. Those who have gained favor, claim this brings stronger bonds with family, ease with studies and stronger children who are blessed to be born.

Fillia scoffs, shaking her head reflecting on everything that's happened "The puerokars did nothing. Two elves. Acting own there own, did. We didn't know, we were innocent. I hope the people are smart enough to see that..." shed sigh "If they had just let haelun speak..."

Fillianore Puerokar, managing to escape from the city quietly gathered herself in her grief and confusion She didn't know Scarlet didn't know So many of her family taken had been unaware of the actions of a few. Unable to defend themselves speak there side. Those who were innocent were murdered. This was not justice This was not law This was cold. Unyeilding hate She didn't understand why her seed was hated. The few who weren't innocent did deserve to be punished. But not the rest. How a government meant to protect the innocent could simply disregard the sanctity of life. It was clear The elves In power were murders. They do not care for reason They do not care for people they don't like. They do not listen As she collected herself it was time to bring herself up. This was not a loss There would be no more tears This was a new chapter for the storytellers. The legacy keepers. Shed close her eyes and take a breath For the innocent They were innocent Our name. Will not. Be tarnished

Word would pass by Elvenesse that the Puerokar's would be welcoming new members into there seed. The Story spinners seen about the city speaking about there mani, and there purpose to bring forth works of art through story, dance, drawings, paintings. To record and help preserve the legacy of Elves who feel a calling to such pursuits. One member, Fillianore, would be out in the city, speaking to any interested, eagerly sharing the stories and history of her seed. A keen eagerness lit in her eyes as she spoke on the puerokars with pride. [ooc: If anyone is looking for a seed and feels there character would fit, feel free to msg me on Discord or IG {Tayelikel} The Puerokars Spinners of Stories The Puerokars are a seed centered around the worship of the Rabbit Mani Bilobooz, and the celebration of the individual legacies of its members. Formally a matriarchal society on the fringes of other larger wood elven groups, The Puerokars have recently been reintroduced to society by the new generation of Puerokars. Whether through murals, totems, journals, or through their Ilmyumier itself, the Puerokars celebrate the events that make an individual who they are. History The Puerokar’s were once a group of eight households that lived in a village called Tsisduwi. Each worshiped Bilobooz, the Rabbit Mani, but many of the other houses also worshiped other mani along with her. The Clans of Molimo, Dyanitir, Tala, Larigne, Vallei’ahern, Mongwau, and Dyami eventually all fell under the leadership of the Peurokar house. This task was achieved through the hard work of Aenwyn Puerokar, the founder of the Clan. Aenwyn won the respect of all of the clans with her leadership after years of unrest both within the settlement and outside of it. She maintained a positive relationship with several caravans, as well as other settlements, and established a clan culture that, despite being lost for ages, still lives on through the surviving clan members. Through the clan’s infancy, unrest between each branch of the newly formed clan dissipated. Traditions that celebrated the individual branch’s unique attributes were formed and a strong sense of pride was formed among them. This pride however separated the Puerokars from the rest of the world; their elitism being one of their downfalls. Their growing hostility towards outsiders, poor leadership from the last Winema, Deu’lara Dyami Puerokar, and a bandit raid on the settlement of Tsisduwi, caused what remained of the clan branches to scatter to the winds. Now, those that remain alive are the new generation of Puerokar that wish to integrate into Elvenesse.While they all wish to continue to honor the old ways of their branches and clans, changes have been made to operate more like a seed. The Seed name will be Puerokar, as that is what every branch had in common, and the individual cultures will be honored but no longer necessary. For most, being a Puerokar will be enough, but for those that are interested in learning about the nearly forgotten sub cultures it is highly suggested that one should subscribe to that particular subculture. Clans As stated, the Puerokars are a group of several clans that joined into one house. Below is a summary of each of the clans, their worship, and their role in the settlement of Tsisduwi. Culture In what could be considered ‘Puerokar Culture’, worship of the Rabbit Mani has always been the cornerstone. Over time, Bilobooz's defense of bloodlines became the clan's fixation on legacy and personal life stories. As the idea of sharing personal legacies became more popular among the clan branches, a library was constructed to house the diaries of every individual in the settlement, showcasing years of legacy. The Mongwau branch was its caretaker, and ensured that basic information on the clan branches was recorded. Things like births, deaths, coming of age ceremonies and the like. All was lost upon the raid that destroyed Tsisduwi. The following will be examples of the overall clan’s culture, but each branch has their own subculture and traditions that are unique to them. Totem Tales Written word wasn’t the only form of story telling the Puerokars became known for. They developed a form of mural known as Totem Tales. These murals were elaborate depictions of the artist's story. In the example to the left, the subject was love. Each addition to the piece symbolizes a part of the artist's love life or overall story. These totems can be done for any subject, but for it to be considered a Totem Tale, it must be a vertical mural with the story starting at the bottom of the medium and read up. These storytelling methods inspired the seed’s Ilmyumier. Festivals The Puerokar’s celebrated several events throughout the year while they were their own settlement. These events have become a strong part of the modern seed’s culture. There was the Night of Spinners, a small event where members of each branch of the clan would ‘spin’ a tale in an attempt to outdo the other branches. The Winema would listen to each story over the night’s feast, and would choose her favorite by the night’s end. Though a small event, it was done several times throughout the year, and often used as a way to settle petty disputes, making the jobs of the Dyanitir a bit easier. Another smaller event that took place in the spring was the Festival of Flowers, a matchmaking festival. It was the best way to ensure the bloodline was secure. In the years girls from the main branch came of age, the event was massive. The festival of flowers was a showcase for young adults to demonstrate not only to the other branches what they were capable of, but also show their own branch how far they had come. Most of the youth are free to choose who they wish, but it is the main branch women who have their partner chosen for them by the Winema. Another example of the clan protecting their legacy. Not every youngling would agree with the decision, but for the branches as a whole, having a member chosen to marry into the main house was the greatest honor. Finally there was the Festival of Rabbits, an event held in the highest regard by the Puerokar house. It was the one day of the year where the branches competed against each other in various events to see which of the families have improved the most. Events included physical activities, as well as challenges of creativity and mental capability. The winners would be decided, again, by the Winema. The prize was usually bragging rites, and a special creation from the Chieftess herself. Trials and Ilmyumier The trial for the Puerokar seed is simple: without explicitly stating it, those who wished to join would have to tell the story of their legacy. Prospective Puerokars are given three elven days to think it through and present it to the Winema. If the individual displays an understanding of the Puerokar way of storytelling, then they will be allowed into the seed, and the story they have presented becomes the story of their Ilmyumier. Though easy upon first glance, the general lack of guidance in the instructions can be a bit daunting for those that don’t know what they are getting into. The Puerokar Ilmyumier is a unique one. The top and the bottom of the tattoo is always the same for every member. It always begins with the rabbit mani framed by two bands, representing their addition to the seed. The last bands represent the future actions the barrer will take, and how the legacy will thrive within the seed. It is one thick band followed by a band shaped into a triangle or an arrow. Between the first and last bands is different for each individual. It depicts the wearer's legacy as displayed in their trial. The design will be done by another member of the seed if the individual is lacking in artistic prowess. Leadership The Puerokar’s have always been matriarchal. The Chieftess, or Winema (wi-nay-mah), always being passed down from mother to daughter throughout the decades. If there were more than one daughter in a family, the current Winema chooses from them who she feels is most deserving of the position. If no daughter is born to the acting Chieftess, she may choose another female within the seed that honors their values. Oftentimes this would be a priestess, or Meda, from the Molimo or a council woman from the Dyanitir. If there is no blood-related woman in the family at all, then a male can take the position, but is extremely unlikely due to the size of the clan. Though the original reason for Winema’s position was due to women being in charge of domestic matters, it became a way to honor the work of Aenwyn. Though decisions pertaining to the outside world were reserved to the Winema, smaller decisions were made by the council. Often filled out with members of the Dyanitir branch, they took care of general governing, such as collecting taxes and solving small disputes that aren’t worth the Winema’s time. There were seven seats on the council, and each member was chosen by the Winema herself. Another tradition passed down from one Matriarch to another is the ceremonial staff. The Winema’s staff is a symbol of the family’s legacy and blessings from Bilobooz. It is a carved, 4ft long staff made of stained pine. The length is carved with tribal depictions of Rabbits, and initials of former Cheftesses that have come before. Records have shown that the staff was a gift to Aenwyn Puerokar by another clan leader shortly before their disbandment. When it is time for a new Winema to be appointed, a short ceremony is conducted where the staff is passed onto the new leader by the former. The former Matriarch then adds her initials to the staff in honor of her service. The successor is chosen and the ceremony is done while the Winema is still of a right mind, typically once she has turned 500. Genetic Mutations When the former clans inhabiting slowly began to interbreed with the Puerokars, it led to bizarre-looking relations among them. There are a few rare genetic mutations that the family passes down that show up sporadically, giving their claims of being the ancestors of the rabbit mani some ground. The most common of the mutations found within the line come in the form of strange eye colors. Eye colors such as blue and red are common within Puerokar’s, at least more common than the rest on this list. These traits suggest that at some point in the history of the family, there was an introduction of high elven and dark elven genes into the family line, though the family would be considered mostly wood elf now. Another mutation of the family are large, down angled ears. These ears are similar to those found on Oar Lop-Eared Rabbits. It is uncertain how this mutation actually came about, but the legends suggest that the ears come from Bilobooz taking pity on a childless family. The rabbit mani was said to have transformed one of her leverets into a baby elf with the ears of a rabbit. Unfortunately, there is no answer as to what caused the “Oar Lop” ears (or oar ears) among the family, but it is a rare trait that only around 10% of the Puerokar’s possess. Conclusion The Puerokar seed is one steeped in tradition. It takes the worship of Bilobooz and her ideas of protecting legacy very seriously through their stories. The seed is welcoming and open to all storytellers, artists, and interested parties alike.