DeadLantern Posted July 2, 2020 Posted July 2, 2020 Ckey/BYOND Username: DeadLantern Discord Username Including #: DeadLantern#5679 Position Being Applied For: Unathi Lore Developer Past Experiences/Knowledge: Was a Dungeon Master for my friends in D&D 5e, but I am quite new. Am Whitelisted Examples of Past Work: Wrote Tajara Music Lore (https://wiki.aurorastation.org/index.php?title=Tajara#Music) Wrote Tajara Sports and Games Lore (https://wiki.aurorastation.org/index.php?title=Tajara#Sports_and_Games) Have written ½ of Unathi Martial Arts lore (WIP, not canon) (https://docs.google.com/document/d/1Uf-7XQqKJwpcPcttpJlJtJhUZsxjX7zXL61D6qIEMw4/edit?usp=sharing) Additional Comments: I am going to use this space to lay out my intent with the Unathi Species (sort of like the first option for the application, but shorter). My main goal as a deputy would be to expand, not add. What do I mean by this? By expansion, I mean: Expanding on ideas in lore that are not fully fleshed out (such as Unathi Martial Arts, which is implied, or fleshing out the kingdoms that made up the Traditionalist Coalition that survived or died, or creating a music system as I did for Tajara), reworking some ideas that do not exactly make sense (such as the presence of Unathi in their current state in Dominian society), or making Unathi lore feel alive (stuff like arcs, frequent news updates, on station events, etc). If I were to become deputy, I’d like to focus on expansion in general, but most importantly the first and the last things I list out. Edit on July 7th: I would also like to add that I am also interested in expanding on reigonal culture and lore because, in my opinion, it is lacking. I would also like to rework the contact war (chiefly, to move back its date), but because of how important it is to the entirety of the Unathi race, it may not be possible. Also, I apologize for the length of the article. I got passionate. Editor’s note: Translated to Basic by human Sinta'unathi linguist. Body of Z’krazki Izweski Found in the Wastes; Si’akh Faithful prepare for Battle against Rogue Iron Masks Editors note: Translated to Basic by human Sinta'Unathi linguist. It was five months ago that the young Z’krazki Izweski swore an oath before the High Kataphract--an oath to uphold his honor and protect the innocent. Six days following this oath, he slew his father, the Hegemon. Nearly three weeks later, he became Guwandi, and after abandoning his palace and guards, marched into the Wasteland. After that, he became lost, and his fate became unknown. However, what is known is that Z’krazki was escorted into the desert after his shocking trial, accompanied by the most loyal guards to the Izweski bloodline. They departed Skalamar on a frigate, dropping him somewhere off on the western side of the Moghresian Sea. It has been four months since he took the mantle of Guwandi, and most people in the Wasteland and the Hegemony expected to never hear from the princeling again. That idea was shattered when Tehkra, a clan of only twenty-three, spotted a desiccated corpse off the starboard side of their crawler. The Tehkra had been expelled from their ancestral home of Teht by a brutish group calling themselves “The Three Heads”. The group is composed of deposed Iron Masks and other Sinta who wish to inflict harm upon the heretics which upset the balance of power on Moghes. The leaders of these 500-800 vengeful warriors were once the Chapter Masters of Teht, Razir, and Jaz’zirt. Saizkra Unaht, Ja’zai Kukutu, and Huron Heizea, Chapter Masters of Teht, Razir, and Jaz’zirt respectively aim to act out on their frustrations with the state of Moghes by mercilessly hunting in Si’akh quarters of villages and cities, moving under the shadow of night and striking quickly and exiting quicker. To those not affiliated with their organization, they are known as “The Butchers of the Southlands”. Their long-term goals relating to the Izweski Clan or former High Priest Unzi are unclear; they seem only interested in striking fear into the so-called demon cult. The Tehkra Clan had been firmly Th’akh before the Patriarch of the clan lay witness to Si’akh himself, after being hired to escort a dozen or so Sinta across the sea to Skalamar on his fishing boat. He was a quiet elder before, but after that brief time out at sea, his soul and mouth became warm with talks of Rapture and Sk’akh. It was not long before they officially converted, and began living with their fellow faithful. However, earlier this month, their small apartment building, nestled between refugee shelters, was raided by The Three Heads. They killed most anyone who was wandering around the area or in the building, dispassionate for age or creed. This was the sixth attack in the month, and the City Watch was either compliant or too busy to protect the Si’akh in the city. The Three Heads targeted the city following the rumors that the Prophet Si’akh escaped from Res’karum through the Res’karum Range and into the Moghresian Sea, instead of escaping directly into the Wasteland, which might have been monitored by the local authorities. To the faithful in Teht, they knew that these rumors were true, as the Prophet gave a rousing speech on the fifth of this month. The Tehkra suffered the loss of two grandchildren, one niece, and all three daughters (in relation to the Patriarch). Not wanting to suffer more, the hollow clan began to venture into the Wastes to reclaim and sell. It was not long until they sold most of their belongings and properly moved into a crawler. It was only three weeks in the Wasteland before they located the corpse of the Kingslayer, about two hundred kilometers away from Teht, a six-hour trip. Most in the clan, still clinging on to piety even in their desperate situation, wanted to take their vengeance out on the corpse, which clearly died to multiple attacks from a sort of crude club. His Skalamar-Forged sword, with the engraving “Family, Honor, Sk’akh” (though partly faded) lay near his naked and bruised body. The more impulsive of the clan readied themselves to leave the Crawler, but not before the Patriarch stated that “because Z’krazki fell in glorious combat, he regained all of his honor”. This stopped the younger of the clan until the brother of the Patriarch stood and appealed to his family: “Have you seen what those Sk’akh beasts have done to our people, our religion? First, the destruction of the Embraced Hegemon, and now the killing of our family?”. This roused the crawler, but not before the Patriarch implored: “What would Si’akh do?”. Following this question, the clan clambered aboard and started to drive back to Teht, so that they may ask the Prophet, not before taking pictures of the corpse to dispel any accusations that might be brought upon their honor. It was not long until the Tehkra clan made contact with Teht--The Prophet’s caravans and companions blended into the Si’akh quarter of the city, but to the faithful, they know who to ask and where to look. A few hours advanced when talk of The Three Heads passed, replaced with debates about the Kingslayer, with the recently dispersed pictures of his corpse causing quite a commotion. Some called for a burning of the body, in traditional fashion; others demanded a ransacking of the corpse; others still asked to leave the bodies in the wastes. It was not long before Juzida found out about the corpse. After some time in hiding, Si’akh made his first reveal to the public in months, since the incident with the Hegemon. One week after the diffusion of the news about Z’krazki, Juzida clambered on an old bench in the middle of the decrepit Si’akh quarter and told his faithful to gather anyone who would listen (including reporters from the Wasteland Window). After a sufficient gathering of people, and a brief meeting with the Tehrka clan and background to the audience, The Prophet began his speech. “As I stated before, the faithful Tehkra family happened upon the body of Z’krazki in the Cursed Wastes that haunt our damned race. Rage has swallowed the hearts of our compatriots, like the fools up in the Church, wading around in untruths and demonic forces. This is what I shall say: We are equally guilt-ridden. We all share the brunt of our sins, and no Sinta is defiled further, lest he consorts with lies and denial. Z’krazki, though he slew our beloved Embraced, has died and been born again. His corpse shall not be touched; it shall wither in the depths of its punishment in the Wastes.” The crowd stood in an idle murmur, waiting for The Prophet to restart his oration; yet, it never came. Instead, two Sinta with iron clubs escorted a shrouded figure, their horns burned to nothing. The figure was covered by various flame priests, repeating sacred words. The crowd was repelled by the moving party before it met with Si’akh. The party bowed, driving their claws into the ground. The figure was revealed--a child held by a priest! “Yes, indeed, like all of you one day, Z’krazki has been reborn.” The crowd erupted in wild surprise as the black hatchling was passed to Si’akh, cooing. “There lies a firmament, a divide between the realm of Sk’akh and the realm of Us. We pass in an infinite hell until mine and His wish is concluded. Z’krazki has returned, and hopefully, he shall listen to Our wish.” The Prophet held the child as if it came from the divines, the crowed gawking and gaping. The child began to cough, which prompted a fire priest to take the child. The party blended into the crowd, and all eyes went back to Si’akh. “It is our job to recover all the lost and raise them back in our fold. We are still missing Yakt, the one stolen by those who go against Her wish.” The crowd jeered, obviously roused by the startling revelations had that evening. “Still, they fight, even when expelled. The fool Unzi is allowed to escape, and The Three Heads and the remnants still fight with the demons. And they will fight forever until their souls are healed or stricken. Tonight, I shall not run. We shall not run. We stand our ground against The Three Heads. With my presence revealed, they will no doubt come and strike again. This time, we shall not run back into the Wastes. This time, we shall all become tireless workers and soldiers, like Sk’akh herself. You all shall become and create the fortifications; you all will be the spears and swords that achieve Our vision.” The rabble looked around, the crowd coming to a silent like no other. Children, women, and the disabled looked to the ground, and even some men seemed as if they did not want to fight. Most faithful were used to running, for that was how Si’akh was able to survive after all these years. Murmur turned to talk, and talk turned to nervousness. Si’akh, hissing softly, roared into the crowd. “I have received a vision, and only those with the will to handle it should take it! You all know the prophecy! After the vision is complete, Moghes shall turn into paradise, and we shall all rejoin in His glory. But do not expect mercy.” The crowd was once again hushed. The prophet flung his arms wildly in great zeal, continuing his sermon. “All those who fail to help the vision are to be smitten to hell, to become wandering demons cursed in a hell they shall never escape. If you fail to play your part, you will become no less than the demons that hound you! You shall all stay! You shall all stand! And then you shall fall! Run, and your punishment shall come when I am done, and your punishment will last for a thousand eternities. We will find our son, Yakt, and we shall repel the heathens that knock at our door.” The crowd looked at each other once again, but this time, they were filled with fervor. The silence was broken with hoots, and the celebration was amok. The Faithful celebrated, once again filled with the faith of their glorious prophet and with the coming of a new son, and with the willpower to find what they had lost. Those who slipped away did so without notice, but it was clear most stayed. We are actively monitoring the situation. Whether an attack comes from The Three Heads or any other group can not be foreseen; whatever the case, it is clear that the Si’akh faithful have been reinvigorated after their recent losses.
Caelphon Posted July 2, 2020 Posted July 2, 2020 Hi! Dead, you helped me with understanding Unathi lore - you also helped me be accepted to become a hatchling! I'll always be greatful for the advice you gave me, and how you showed me how deeply you understood Unathi Lore. This article seems to heavily lean into Si'akh faith (obviously) and seems like you have an idea for lore to follow beyond this article (if your application is accepted). If I may, what would you wish to do with the lore following this article?
DeadLantern Posted July 2, 2020 Author Posted July 2, 2020 Thanks for responding. As for it being canon, that is up for discussion with Sleepy/Shen if I get accepted. The purpose of this article is to be a continuation of the themes and events that led the arc involving the Hegemon and the Church which started in like Janurary. I am totally fine with this being non-canon, I treated this as chiefly a writing test. If it were to become canon, however, it would be cool to expand the events here into another arc for Unathi, more heavily dealing with the Church and the religion of Unathi. I would wait for the Aut'akh rework, however.
DeadLantern Posted July 7, 2020 Author Posted July 7, 2020 I added an edit giving some more clarification on what I would like to work on if I was on the team. I can give a more detailed answer if it is wanted.
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