The Goldhand Clan

[Serf 647]

 

 

 

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=bGfFYa-YiSs

Born of the First Merchant, Tungdil Goldhand.
Said to be descended from The Merchant Father himself.
With Gold and Silver flowing through your body.
Priceless gems adorning your clothes.
Coin filling your pocket.
You are of a Noble Clan.
You are a Goldhand.

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The Goldhand Clan is at its core a family of merchants. Those with Goldhand blood have long been amongst the best and most successful vendors in the Dwarven realm, but the clan is not limited to just merchants. The clan includes accomplished architects, soldiers, political leaders, and treasure hunters.

Distinguished as a Noble Clan for their accomplishments and long standing support of the Dwarven Nation, Goldhands are proud of their lineage. The blood-bond within the clan is incredibly strong and Goldhands look out for their family members and are willing to fight ferociously for their honor.

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A rock by itself is nothing more than a stone,
swept around by the wind and water.
A thousand rocks fused together by unbreakable bonds are a mountain.
Storms pass it by and the sea breaks against its shoals.

 

To a Goldhand the Clan is everything.

The Goldhands take this to heart. Each individual member will pass on, that is the way of the world. But the Clan stands strong and does not fade with time. As such no betrayal of the Clan will be tolerated. This includes but is not limited to: stealing from the Clan, killing another Clan mate, dishonoring the ancestors, failing to acknowledge direct orders from the Clan leaders. In addition betraying the Dwarven nation is highly frowned upon and may mark the offending Dwarf as a sworn enemy of the Clan.

Any oath sworn in blood is binding and cannot be broken without expulsion from the Clan. Such oaths should never be undertaken lightly. Similarly, any oath sworn on one’s ancestors carries the same weight as a blood oath and should not be broken.

Disputes between Clan members are brought to the Clan leader or older Clans members immediately. Arguments and disagreements will be solved without going to an outside source unless absolutely necessary.

All Clans-mates must respect one another. We are all related by blood. Remember to respect your elders. They’ve lived longer than you, and certainly have more knowledge stored away then you might give them credit for.

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We fight as we have always fought.
We will build as we have always built.
We will feast as we have always feasted.
We are Dwarves.
Our traditions stand firm as the mountains

 
 
 

 

Prime Hisotrical forbringing:
Name: Clan Goldhand
Forefather: Tungdil Goldhand
Founding Lord: Tungdil Goldhand
Patron Gods: Armakak
Origin: Created by son of Urguan of the First Age

Lineages:
Gathering type: Family
Marriage restrictions: None
Blood line restrictions: Recorded Bloodline

Clan Appearance:
Icon: Gold and Blue feathered griffons in conflict
Colors: Primary yellow, Secondary deep blue
Clothing Style: Human/Elven influences, leather for outdoor work, padded, gold trimmed.
Armor: Varying, armor is purchased from many sources
Organization: Economical
Goals: ----

Dwarf Appearance:
Skin tone: Pale
Eyes: Pale blue, Deep green, Hazel Brown
Hair: Commonly burgandy, deep grey
Beard style: Decorated, natural
Other: Small - Average Dwarves

Trials:
There are no trials for the Goldhands. You either contain the blood of Tungdil himself or you are bloodbonded to someone who does. No trials are set in stone to prove your honor or worth. Instead your deeds for the clan will mark you as a valued and honorable Clans-mate. Your deeds may lead to the Presentation of the Coin ceremony.

Coin Ceremony:
This is a rare ceremony performed only when the Clan leader sees fit. Its goings on are secret and known only to the Clan leader and those who have been a part of the ceremony. Every Goldhand strives to, at some time in his or her life, take part in this ceremony.

Burial:
There comes a time in every Dwarf’s life when his ancestors call his name and he ceases to walk with his feat on the stone. On a sad occasion such as this the Clan gathers to remember their fallen family member. When a member dies, either naturally or on the field of battle his body is encased in stone. This is done before the next sunrise if possible. Ale and tears flow freely as the family member is remembered for his deeds. His stone sarcophagus is then carried to a sacred resting chamber to be placed with those of his ancestors. While burials are a sad time, Goldhands also know that their friend will be smiling and laughing at them from the great halls of Tungdil. If the deceased’s deeds were truly remarkable it is said that they might even join the sacred halls of the Merchant Father himself.

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May our history be etched into the stone
so it may be as everlasting as our race,
and so our deeds may never be forgotten.

 

The Noble House of Goldhand, also known as Clan Goldhand, extends far back into Dwarven history. The line goes back originally to Tungdil Goldhand, the fifth son of Urguan.

 

 

 

The Archives of Aegis

 

 

The house originally began in Kal’Urguan where the sons of Tungdil Goldhand proudly and honorably served the nation. As time went on the size and prosperity of the house grew. Sons served in the military or the mines, and daughters married well, solidifying strong political alliances. Many of the stories of the individual house members have been lost over the years to the wear and tear of time, but several journals remain chronicling the participation of the family in great wars, and the proud service to the Dwarven crown.

With the building of Kal’Alras, several of the Goldhand’s saw an opportunity in the making. The fledgling city would need wealthy and powerful Dwarves to make it prosper. Virtually all of the members quickly joined the Guardians, the military of Kal’Alras, to help fight off bandits and other undesirables while the city was formed. As time progressed the family became more deeply rooted in Kal’Alras. Friendships were formed between the Baron and Overseer. The family also had high ranking positions in the military, and a spot on the Council of Kal’Alras.

As tensions against the mother city of Kal’Urguan, Kal’Alrasians prepared for a right against the capital. The city had grown into a multi racial area, and a war between the Humans and Dwarves put everyone on alert. During the attack by the humans on Kal’Urguan, the Goldhands turned out in great numbers to defend their Dwarven home. But when the dust settled it was clear that Kal’Alras was going to secede. A division in the clan was formed as the Alrasian Goldhand’s who had grown in power in Alras decided to stay, and the rest of the clan who felt stronger ties to Kal’Urguan. This division has lessened over time, and while House Goldhand is once again a solid family, many members have not forgotten the disagreement. Forgiven but not forgotten.

With the war over, and Alras declared a new nation, the Goldhands in Alras hung up their axes and turned to the merchant business. Their business flourished and they soon became one of the leading merchant families in the area. Stores opened in Kal’rog, Kal’Urguan, Alras, and Al’Khazar.

Business in all of the stores flourished especially the store in Al’Khazar. The Goldhands became some of the richest Dwarves in all Aegis. The focus on merchant affairs led to political life falling by the way side. The new Alrasian Council was formed leaving out the majority of the old Alrasians, Goldhands included. The name Goldhand dimished in Alras, where once it was a well known name.

The family fell upon hard times. The vast warehouses in Al’Khazar fell to the noxious cloud. Troubles between parts of the Dwarven nation and Alras made the once great merchant city unpleasant for Dwarves. Many of the Goldhands had to choose between their city and their dwarven brethren. The choice was easy for most: honor bound to the Dwarven nation, dismayed that Alras had forgotten its roots, and disgusted by some of the blatant discrimination in Alras, all the Goldhands returned to the home of their forefathers. The halls of Kal’Urguan once again rang with the jingle of Goldhand coins.

The return to Kal'Urguan was short lived. It was not long before the reach of the undead extended to the mighty dwarven capital. Lava fell from the ceiling and over the great fortress. Undead poured down the grand-stairway and flooded from the mines. It was all the Goldhands could do to carry their clan's sacred items from their clan hall. Soon the family became separated as the survivors of Aegis retreated into the verge. Amongst the masses of refugees it was difficult to stay together and in the rush of people to the boats the clan was split.

 

The Archives of Asulon

 

After the disorderly flight from Aegis, the Goldhand's were separated upon arrival. The clan split up heading in different directions and searching for areas of habitation. Some headed for the wilds, others to Alras, and still others to Salvus. It was only after finding the Dwarven capital that the Goldhands were reunited.

After finding the new Dwarven capital, the clan was reunited and a clan hall in the city. Gone were the vast sums of wealth that the cousins had held back in Aegis, but the clan was happy to have good solid stone over their heads and dwarves to rely on. Once again they had a starting point to build up their business once again. Gulroid stepped forward as clan leader and attended many meetings of the dwarves at this time, representing his clan to the best of his ability. He was disgusted however by the lack of productiveness that the clans had, and that none of them seemed to be able to agree.

Just when the Goldhands thought they had a stable place to live once more, a dragon forced the dwarves out of Karik. The clan splintered off, with Rasun and Gulroid heading back to their ranch in the wilds, and Dunhagen and Delios heading to Salvus where the clan owned a small shop. The war with Salvus has hurt the Goldhands as much of their stock in the city has been pillaged or has gone unaccounted for.

More recently there have been new additions to the clan. Algoda Goldhand survived the flight from Aegis and the undead threat and was welcomed with much feasting and ale drinking. Moruk and Gorum Goldhand married into the clan helping to solidify the strong dwarven blood as Frostbeard and Goldhand blood were merged. The clan has retreated to their holdings in the wild as plague has griped the land. Having found an abandoned fortress, the clan is restoring it, and giving the Goldhand heirlooms a proper place of honor once more.

While the Goldhands were constructing the fortress the situation in Alras deteriorated. The death of High King Syrio sent a shockwave through the members of the clan who had once called Kal’Alras home. Suddenly there was hope kindled as it was clear that Alras was fading quickly. The reign of High King Aislin was short. Gorum and Moruk were present when the new High King succumbed to madness. Through diplomatic and military strength the Nation of Alras was once again under Dwarven rule and in the hands of the Goldhands.

With power of Alras given to the Goldhands by Paragon Kjell. The Goldhands went about dismantling vast parts of the city which had long been abandoned. The underground Dwarven District would become the new Goldhand Clan Hold and the outer city would house the inhabitants of other races who had long called Alras home. There were other changes as well. Under Rasun’s rule, the city restored its old flag and colors and reclaimed it’s long abandoned name: Kal’Alras.

Not all was easy for the Goldhands during this time. There was unrest among the clans and the Dwarven nation was under severe strain. The Noble clans ended up in a position where they controlled and ran their own holds as city-states, each having separate representation, militaries, and social structure, but uniting when there were outside threats. And these threats did rise. Most recently a long and bloody war with the Orcs cost the lives of many Dwarves. The capture of the farms by the Orcs forced the Goldhands to relocated the farm land. This area was eventually recaptured but scaring to the land due to the tolls of war were immense.

The Dwarven treaty with the Orcs, ending the bloodshed between the two races did not sit well with many Goldhands who felt that the other clans were dishonoring their ancestors and the dead who had so valiantly fought the Orc scum. But in a meeting with other clans and the new Rex of the Orcs, the Goldhands were outvoted and the Dwarven Nation as a whole declared a truce. This was partially due to the threat of the human nation and also a rising sense of darkness and foreboding coming from the sightings of necromancers roaming around the reaches of Asulon.
As the ink dried on the truce between the Orcs and the Dwarves, war began in the south. The insults of the Teutans could not be ignored and a bloody battle was sparked that ended in catastrophe. The battle left the Dwarven army in retreat and the whereabouts of many Goldhands unknown. During this tumultuous time the Goldhands were approached with an offer that they could not conceivably refuse. Queen Kyral Hightower brought an offer to buy the city of Kal’Alras the much of the surrounding land. Due to the relocation of the Dwarves to Kal’Karik, and geographic location of Alras, the Goldhands accepted the trade.
Most recently the Goldhands have supported the dissolution of the Noble Council with the election of King Hiebe and the restoration of a powerful monarchy to once again lead the Dwarves to a golden age.

After the trade of Kal'Alras, and the Dwarves returning to their ancient city of Kal'Karik amongst the mountains, the Goldhands resided in the noble district of Clan Goldhand. There housed many of the Goldhands that came on the journey to their ancient home. After years of peacefully residing in Kal'Karik, Gulroid the former Clan Father has fallen ill and sick. He retreated to the ancient hold of the Goldhands near Kal'Anart and lived there for the time being. During this time, the Goldhands had fallen into disarray as the leadership of the clan slowly deteriorated. In this time Rasun Goldhand also vanished. The knowing of him being alive or dead is not known, and the only note of Rasun, is that he vanished into the wilds and was to be never seen again.

The dark days of the Goldhands loomed over the clan and the clan fell into darkness without leadership. The Clan Father Gulroid had fallen ill, and the one who many Goldhands looked up to, Rasun has gone missing without a trace. The remaining Goldhands that still reside in the grand halls of Kal'Karik grow weary of the disappearance of leadership among the clan, and soon later William of the Goldhand Clan called forth a meeting with his kin to discuss the current happenings of leadership, and the future of the clan.

After days of discussion in the Goldhand Hall in Kal'Karik, it was decided that Thoak Goldhand would venture forth and make way toward the ancient hold of the Goldhands, and consult with Gulroid in his current state about the future of the Goldhands. There it was decided by Gulroid himself that Thoak becomes the new Clan Father and that Gulroid would step down because of his current state of illness. Thoak Goldhand himself promised that he would bring back the nobility of the clan, and pride and honor that the clan once held.

 

The Archives of Anthos, and Elysium

Nothing much can be said about Elysium. It was said that Thoak Goldhand established a small settlement outside of the Urguan Hold near the mountains for those seeking work outside of the small hold. It was great while it lasted, however most of it was wiped out due to the great volcano nearby erupting sending the village to its fiery doom.

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Head of Clan: Thoak Goldhand (Thoak_Sludgefist)
Borin Goldhand ((youlovesocks))

Burtor Goldhand ((Twistedonslaught))

Kalderbar Goldhand

Cardinan Goldhand ((Tethras))

Missing:

Rae Goldhand ((Swampratluc))

Hydrose Goldhand ((Aptrotta))

Magthorn Goldhand ((Alikdoril))

Tirin Goldhand ((Yakmala))

Rasun Goldhand ((Rasun37))

Norak Goldhand

Brys Goldhand ((Zuluman111))
Hoff Goldhand

 

Dishonored: Toran Goldhand ((Alakabam))

 

Notable Deceased
Alfados Goldhand (Alfados)
Algoda Goldhand (Algoda)*
Travis Goldhand ((travista))
William Goldhand ((WizardInABox))

Arkenos Goldhand ((CentralGuard))

Praxedis Goldhand ((PraxedisG))

Borin Goldhand ((meltedsnowman))

Durrim Goldhand ((cmf95))

Luke Goldhand ((brvhrt1005))

Delios Goldhand ((Kibeira))

Dunhagen Goldhand ((Dunhagen))

Finki Goldhand ((fernandezbunch))

Sharr Goldhand ((XForrest))

Jarno Goldhand ((Alphesie))

Gulroid Goldhand

 

Visitors

Gork ((warrior_431))

 

red rectangles- deceased but notable members (Everyone but tungdil was a played character)

green rectangles- played characters

blue circles- parent dwarves, npc's all deceased

tan ovals- npc female (ex. gulroid's daughter)

tan rectangles- npc male (ex. Gulroid's brother (Who is dead btw)

solid line- direct blood relation (ie, father son daughter etc)

dotted line- if connected to a tan npc (William, Thoak) it stands for marriage

dotted line (2)- if connected anywhere else (ex Luke, Durrim, Tirin) it stands that these are adopted members.

The only way to become a Goldhand currently is to talk to one of the current Goldhands and rp as a relative (preferably a son or daughter), or to become bloodbonded to a Goldhand.

*Only Dwarves need apply
*The following application is OOC
*The following application is just to get to know you and we aren’t looking for any specific answers. We reserve the right to ask you to RP with us before accepting you
*We reserve the right to ask you questions about our history and lore to make sure new members have read it.
 

MC Name:

Character Name:

Profession:

Have you read the clan history? (Please actually read through it):

Short Bio:

What are your characters ambitions? (become famous merchant, head guard, etc.):

What kind of experience are you looking for in this clan? (friendship, rp experience, etc):

What clan member are you related to, and do you have permission to roleplay as their relative, son, or daughter, or where you bloodbonded?:

Do you swear your loyalty to the Goldhand Clan, and to carry out the honor and pride of the clan?:

Credit: Part of the lore for the clan has been adapted from The Dwarf's Guide to Roleplaying a Dwarf- originally authored by Sam Sherry (

http://www.quest.org/cg/dwarfpacket.pdf)
Credit: Thank you Gulroid (zuluman111) for putting this together!

[Serf 647]

A letter is left that is nailed into the stonework of the Clan Hall in the halls of Kal Karik before the fall of Asulon. This letter bares the seal of the Goldhands, and the signature of "Thoak Goldhand, Clan Father of the Goldhands". The note bares the writings that say. "To all my brothers, and sisters. I have came back from the long travels to the ancient fortress of the Goldhands, and now bare the weight of the clan on my shoulders. Gulroid, the past clan father has pasted the title of clan father onto I, Thoak Goldhand in hopes to bring back the glory, and honor of the clan."

The note appears to stretch down a bit further than what would be expected, and more text is shown. " I, Thoak Goldhand, Clan Father of the Goldhands calls for his fellow kin to rise up, and show themselves."

(Write your name below this post for an activity check, please.)

[Aptrotta 162]

Hydrose Goldhand

[brvhrt1005 86]

Luke Goldhand nails a note next to the original one

"Luke Goldhand"

[zuluman 79]

*Noticing the poster, Hoff scribes his name along with his fathers.*

Hoff Goldhand

Gulroid Goldhand

[youlovesocks 652]

*signs his name in big letters, larger than the rest of the dwarves

Kayne Goldhand

[Rasun 27]

Norak smiles at the new poster for the Clan looking forward to their new future. He would go and see Thoak later and speak with him, he thought as he scribed his name on the poster.

Meanwhile....

The ancient dwarf stirs upon the hard stone floor. His gray beard remains unkept and lies in a messy tangle upon the floor. The once regal and tidy expensive robes are now tattered and splotched with grime and the thin robes are not enough to protect his frail body from the cold earthly floor deep underneath the unknown surface of his location. He rises shakily into a sitting position as he mumbles to himself. Something was not right. A horrific dream had awoken him. The end of Aegis revisited him. The people, fleeing, families sobbing as they leave their homes and Kingdoms as they pack into the Cloud Temple. His stomach had fallen and clutched with guilt as he saw his clan and his son gather their supplies and their food as they trekked to the safety of the Cloud Temple. Although something was out of place. The temple he had seen before awakening was not that of Aegis, but that of Asulon. The despair, the masses of the races, it all seemed to real to have been a figment of his slightly crazed imagination in his current state. Frantically the dwarf's tired eyes snapped open and he struggled up off of the floor. His son and his clan needed him.. he could feel it.

[Arkenos Goldhand (Central) 17]

Arkenos, who was wandering around the city, notices the letter and puts his name below in blue

Arkenos Goldhand

[Serf 647]

The 'Grand King'

Thoak Goldhand, Father Of the Goldhands rallies his kin together after the rather large appearance of the Grand King.

"Brothers, an' Sisters 'o tae Goldhand. I call me kin together 'boot tis 'Grand King' that 'as appeared. Dunnae be influenced by tis disgrace that calls 'imself a 'Grand King'. 'E wishes tae come beck from tae depths, an' reclaim 'is ancient title 'o 'Grand King'. Tis 'Grand King' wishes tae throo ur Kin into tae depths, an' shun us from tae rightful position 'o nobility. 'E appoints several nobles, and Clan lords tae rule tae society 'o tae Dwarves, and I can guarantee ye that tis 'ill fall in on oots self, an' that tae Urguan Nation 'ill fall in tae darkness. I wish that me kin 'o tae Gold'and stands up to tis 'Grand King', an' those who support 'em to defend tae Nation we call 'ome, an' tae stand fer tae honor 'o tae Gold'ands.

[Hiebe 2493]

Hiebe hears of Thoak's speech and brings him to a cornor to where only he and Hiebe can hear

"I appriciate this but blood among others will not solve anyting. I do ask for a solid and truthful alliance between our clans. So we can show the others whut loyalty is really is. Too many times we forgot our oaths and throw dem in da dirt."

[Serf 647]

"Aye, 'Iebe. I 'ope ye 'ave plans fer wot ye 'ill de. Tis may be ye last time sittin' in ye thrown, an' I 'ope ye 'ave tae Ironguts with ye as 'ell."

[ALikdoril 10]

Magthorn Goldhand approches a grim look on his face. "I am 'ere Father, An' i lend me support to tae clan an'king 'iebe." Bows down.

[Alphesie 1]

*Selling wares to citizens in between two stone statues. Jarno notices the Goldhand poster. He remembers the city of Alrus that was run by the Goldhand in which he guarded with orders from his friend Rasun. Jarno flashbacks to the wars he was in - "scuse me sir!" Jarno glances up and sells a bouquet of blue and yellow flowers. Afterwards turning around to sign the poster.

Jarno....Goldhand

[Tom_Whiteman 949]

MC Name: thomascovey

Character Name: Garg Nasgul (Whitewash Dwarf/Orc, I'm a dwarf on the temp map I just want to see how roleplaying as a dwarf feels. On the new map ill be back to my prev charater (Garg).)

Profession: Mining/Axe Mastery

Have you read the clan history? (Please actually read through it): Yes I read the history of Asulon

Short Bio: After being raised in a small town where Human and Dwarfs mingles Garg set out to the Human Capital to find a job and happiness. Dissapointed of what he found there he traveled to the Dwarven kingdoms his friends told him not to go or he would be put on the block or hanged, He did'nt listen.

Garg wandered down icy roads and paths threatened by many Garg still wandered deeper in the Dwarf realm until he came across mountin Dwarves building a town of thier own. He asked them where he can find the Capital and they pointed down a long swirving path that led not to the Capital by to the city where the Grandaxes lived the Grandaxes did not take him in, but they treated him well. Garg now wants to find a clan that will do the same.

What are your characters ambitions? (become famous merchant, head guard, etc.): Garg would like to be one of the top soldiers umung the Goldhands and verey well known in the world of Asulon.

What kind of experience are you looking for in this clan? (friendship, rp experience, etc): I would like to make some friends in this clan and improve my RP experience.

What clan member are you related to, and do you have permission to roleplay as their relative, son, or daughter, or where you bloodbonded?: Garg is'nt related to any Goldhand, but he only thinks that.

Do you swear your loyalty to the Goldhand Clan, and to carry out the honor and pride of the clan?: I swear.

[Serf 647]

MC Name: thomascovey

Character Name: Garg Nasgul (Whitewash Dwarf/Orc, I'm a dwarf on the temp map I just want to see how roleplaying as a dwarf feels. On the new map ill be back to my prev charater (Garg).)

Profession: Mining/Axe Mastery

Have you read the clan history? (Please actually read through it): Yes I read the history of Asulon

Short Bio: After being raised in a small town where Human and Dwarfs mingles Garg set out to the Human Capital to find a job and happiness. Dissapointed of what he found there he traveled to the Dwarven kingdoms his friends told him not to go or he would be put on the block or hanged, He did'nt listen.

Garg wandered down icy roads and paths threatened by many Garg still wandered deeper in the Dwarf realm until he came across mountin Dwarves building a town of thier own. He asked them where he can find the Capital and they pointed down a long swirving path that led not to the Capital by to the city where the Grandaxes lived the Grandaxes did not take him in, but they treated him well. Garg now wants to find a clan that will do the same.

What are your characters ambitions? (become famous merchant, head guard, etc.): Garg would like to be one of the top soldiers umung the Goldhands and verey well known in the world of Asulon.

What kind of experience are you looking for in this clan? (friendship, rp experience, etc): I would like to make some friends in this clan and improve my RP experience.

What clan member are you related to, and do you have permission to roleplay as their relative, son, or daughter, or where you bloodbonded?: Garg is'nt related to any Goldhand, but he only thinks that.

Do you swear your loyalty to the Goldhand Clan, and to carry out the honor and pride of the clan?: I swear.

Accepted

((However, Thoak would know that you are not related to any of the Clansmen most likely and would ask that you become bloodbonded in the clan.))