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the-world-of-ignavus · 6 months

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Faction Card Overview - The Stormborn

The Stormborn have always been regarded as the most unusual and strangest looking creatures of the forest with their long, plush tails and short but feathery ears. Compared to the other factions, it wouldn’t be hard to mistake them for being near completely defenseless with their fluffy tails and thick coats without horns or fins. The enemy who makes this mistake however will come to immensely regret it - for mixed within their long coats, moggi of the Stormborn have long barbed quills that lay calmly against their skin. When feeling threatened, it’s not just their hackles that raise but these pointy, painful defenses.

These long quills start just before their hindlegs forming a sort of cloak over their rump, blanketing the top of their tails. Speaking of their tails, though plush and fluff; the underside of around half-way down is also laced in sharp quills and woe-betide any attacker who makes the mistake of trying to grab them by it. It’s recommended that if you are speared by their quills that you wait until a trained mender can attend to you and the subsequent bleeding.

Quills aside, the Stormborn tend to be various kinds of tabbies that hide them well in their dense forest homes. Tortoiseshells are equally common, finding their best luck when the leaves drop from the trees - their dappled pelts matching the fallen leaves sprinkling the forest floor. They sport powerful, muscular builds, large paws and broad faces - there are often whispers that due their founder showing the most repentance for The Spilling, the Souls were kinder to the Stormborn and left some of their Ancient power within them giving them more lion-like features.

OVERALL TERRITORY

The Stormborn are settled in the primarily deciduous part of the Greenwood Canopy - while there are evergreen trees scattered throughout the forest, they are primarily found further north-west than the others. They are unanimously agreed to have the most frustrating territory for a newcomer to navigate - the ground level is completely covered with brackens and bushes, thick layers of moss coating the barks of trees and the twisting roots of their oaks. The branches are mostly interlocking, ensuring the ground is dappled with sunlight throughout the day; enhancing the camouflage provided by tortoiseshell pelts.

Though visitors complain about the confusion turning them in circles, the Stormborn themselves can easily navigate their territory. From early training, cadets are brought through a series of routes to different important locations in their territory that escalates into leaving the cadet in specific locations with orders to get as quickly to a different location as possible. By the time a legionary earns their true name, they’ve mastered and memorized every leaf and bramble in their forest. They proudly boast that their territory always looks gorgeous - in makiim (summer), the branches are a vibrant green with beautiful blossoming flowers and juicy fruits; in ahaliim (autumn) the ground is dappled in leaves of many colors - gold, red, orange and brown; in ilkiim (spring) the buds wave in the wind as freshly born animals scamper about their territory, little puddles of water twinkling in the sunlight. Even dahiim is beautiful - the ground sparking with white snow, icicles dangling from branches and frozen bonds providing windows into the waters.

Notable Landmarks:

The Old Basin - An old hollow full of soft, warm pink-ish red sand that used to be filled with water once upon a time when the river was wider. Eventually the water drained away leaving the smoothed sand and silt from the river. The Stormborn have many theories about the Old Basin - some say that Sunsoul dried up half of the river and Treesoul took what remained and used it to nurture the surrounding trees given how rich and tall the trees around the Basin are. Others say Riversoul reached down and rerouted the river like he did with the part around the Sun Cairn.

The Neutral Stretch - A large stretch of fertile territory popular with prey of all kind. Politically the land belongs to the Shining Sun - lost during The Raids started by The Mad Storm - and is frequently used to train squires and as a dumping ground for excess seed. The scarred trees mark the divide between the Stretch and solid Shining Sun Territory. This little bit of land has saved the Stormborn many times over during hard times as the dumping of seeds keeps prey animals coming back even during the snow-season.

The Suncairn - A massive collecting of rock outcroppings that are surrounded by a well-drained patch of land on the edge of the deciduous forest that led out to the main river. It seems like the rocks were once large buried deep beneath the river and for whatever reason, were pushed to the surface before being smoothed down by the river’s current. For a long time, the river flowed around the Suncairn preventing anyone but the swimming Shorerisen from accessing it but then slowly, over-time the river-rerouted. The Suncairn has been a place of bloodshed, outrage and conflict ever since as the Stormborn and the Shorerisen fight over the valuable land.

The Boa’s Sarsen - A large collection of somewhat jagged rocks slated together in a way that resembles a coiled snake, creating a series of nooks and hidey-holes that are inhabited by largest collection of blackwhips. The Sarsen is religously significant to the Fennyield, though because it was a Storm cat that was their goddess Hakassebera’s friend; the Storms retain the territory on their own land. Occasionally there have been conversations about officially handing the location over but it remains a popular spot for Fenns and Storms to speak with each other peacefully, especially as cadets.

The Deer Trail - A long since trotted down section of territory that marks the border between the Fennyield and the Stormborn. Deer and wild-boar and even wild horses have long-since trampled the grasses down into a firm trail of dirt, pressing the pebbles and stones deeper into the earth. Almost nothing grows on the trail anymore both because of how long it’s been used but also because the Storms and the Fenns both made dedicated efforts to maintain the easily seen border. The Deer Trail is a dangerous place in ilkiim (when the wild boar return and hae their piglets, becoming hostile to everything with a pulse) and in ahaliim (when stags are in rut and begin fighting each other).

Temekur’s Oak - The tallest stretching oak-tree in the Storm’s territory that hosts a permanent owl’s nest. Generation after generation of owl has been raised in and buried around that tree all stemming from the first, very intelligent owl to scamper from its branches. Said to be the home of Temekur, the owl who saved the Stormborn from a truly terrible famine and the place where the fallen owl was buried and made a god. The Stormborn occasionally leave offerings of prey at the base of the tree that the owls have come to accept and the hunters are all taught a special tune to use in dahiim that signals to the owls that their cat friends need their help once more.

The Prisoner’s Barracks - An open clearing in Stormborn territory that brushes against firmly packed and dense soil guarded very heavily by the thickest thorns and brambles the forest has to offer. It’s a well-defended and hard to access place - which of course is exactly why the Storms have turned it into a prison. Proponents of mercy and firmly against executions, the Stormborn are the only faction to regularly keep prisoners enclosed within their territory and are the only faction period to have a set of regulations dedicated to managing them. Even those who’ve been imprisoned in the barracks don’t know where it is in Stormborn territory as they are usually blindfolded in some way when they’re led out. To the outside, it appears to be the average tangle of plants, brackens and vines.

Treesoul’s Ravine - A sloped valley sort of area surrounded by some of the strongest, healthiest looking trees in the forest that opens out into a little meadow type area. The largest stream in Stormborn territory runs through the Ravine, creating a little pond against a hilly-edge; the area littered with brilliant green brush and a variety of berries. Treesoul’s Ravine is the most popular burial location for the Stormborn, a vast majority of the faction have requests to specifically be buried in special locations of the Ravine. A series of totems line the Ravine - one made to honor each of the Souls where Storms can leave offerings of flowers, prey-bones and even trophies for the Souls to judge.

PREY, PREDATORS AND HERBS

Common Prey - Gray squirrel, cottontails, deer mouse, red squirrel, chipmunk, woodrats, mourning dove, chickadee, bluejay, robin, sparrow, wrens, waxwings

Uncommon - wild turkey, opossums, porcupine, pine vole, common garter, cormorant, tern, sandpipers, wood frog, minnow

Rare - White-Tail yearlings, trout, carp

Forbidden - Cardinals

Common Herbs -

Uncommon Herbs -

Rare Herbs -

Minor Dangers - Striped skunk

Medium Dangers - Short-Tailed Weasel, copperheads

Severe Dangers - Black bears, wild boar, White-Tailed Stag, Blackwhips, Timber Rattlesnake

BATTLE TACTICS

Contrary to what many will say, they don’t love battle nor are they battle-hungry, their warnings and cautions are just that - warnings though the other factions have been known to take them as challenges.

The Stormborn prefer to end battles as quickly as possible, minimizing the amount of suffering either side goes through and as such, typically target who they deem to be battle-leaders and second in commands. Demoralizing the enemy is plays along well with this trait of theirs - a signature tactic of theirs are Brush Rushes. The thick, dense brush of their territory can safely hide even the largest of their legionaries well enough that a patrol of Stormborn cats can follow invaders for hours without the invaders themselves noticing.

Naturally this has been worked into a battle advantage. When the Stormborn feel that a patrol has overstayed their welcome, they rush from the bushes and attack hard and fast with the goal of disorienting their enemy before retreating as quickly as they arrived. The break in attack is an offering - telling the enemy to return to where they came from. If this offerring is not respected, they will be rushed again - this time with the intent of dealing painful, lasting injuries. The rushes will continue until the enemy retreats or until the Storms declare an outright battle and summon reinforcements.

Recognizable Tactics:

Tail Tucking - The Stormborn have sharp, painful barbed quills lining their hindquarters and tails. When an enemy attempts to attack them from behind, they tuck the soft underside of their tails to their bellies and bristle their spines; impaling those who would attempt an ambush

Land Grapple - It’s rare that someone wants to keep their enemy close-by hence this being a very recognizable Stormborn tactic. Grasping the opponent by their shoulders either from above or below, hold tight; forcing them to either rip their fur free or stay for a pummeling. They will snap at their enemy’s face and ears while using their hindlegs to shred them. The enemy is only released when they express surrender.

CULTURAL VALUES

The Maternal Bond should always be respected and harshly punished if ever abused

There is incredible bravery in honesty - a legionary should always be confident in their actions; regardless of the consequences

Though there are four factions, there is only one Empire and when one is in need; the other three should be honor-bound to assist

HOLIDAYS

The Last Snow -

QUIRKS

A legionary having relations within another faction will say they’re ‘patrolling’ as a way of being discreet about their relationship. It’s more noticeable if the reasoning is claimed after high-sun, when the Storms are mostly at rest

Though barracks tasks are common punishments for misbehaving cubs, any of them can be picked up by anyone. Cubs who take a liking to a specific task are encouraged to keep at it.

Temekur’s Oak has a series of increasingly higher notches from cadets challenging each other to climb. Legionaries will brag moons after promotions about taking the highest marks

The Stormborn tend to come out during rainstorms to let a few drops of water hit them. It’s said that you can receive omens from the blurry vision granted when rain hits your face

The Storms are the closest to omnivorous as you get in the Empire, it’s not uncommon to catch them snacking on berries of all sorts throughout the day; preserving prey for actual meals

#the world of ignavus #ignavus the greenwood empire #ignavus the stormborn #xenomoggy

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potroub · 1 year

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WhereThereIsABridge There's A Soul Riversoul " ) SoulTure https://www.instagram.com/p/Cnwi_44LUWC/?igshid=NGJjMDIxMWI=

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diversiformuse-blog · 5 years

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@mastervlasta || Reunion

Miru sighed, walking down the road after dark. He was running into dead ends with his search for Raimundo. However, Miru had helped an elderly couple and their cat. The night before, he tracked down someone who stole a purse and gave it back to the owner. Even earlier in the week, he was able to prevent a mugging. Despite his failure in finding the brother of Vlasta, Miru did have an eventful week.

But it still bugged him that he couldn’t figure out where this man was. He looked down at the glowing screen in front of him a bit perplexed. Marking off another area as lacking evidence of this missing person, Miru continued down the street. The young dragon just looked toward the river that ran through the city and a strange urge wanted him to go for a swim. Miru shook his head; no time.

Winding his way through back passages, Miru was starting to get antsy. He was looking for anything at this point that wasn’t chasing a cat to get it back home. But it seemed all was quiet, still. Had the bars let out yet? Probably not. He pushed his glasses up his nose quietly and let out another sigh.

“I probably should go get something to drink,” he said to himself. Miru was feeling rather parched, after all. And he had his job, so it wasn’t like he didn’t have the currency to pay for something.

#mastervlasta #riversoul #miru #reunion

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wereave-crafts · 3 years

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#handmade #brooch #textilebrooch #embroidery #handembroidery #forestsoul #riversoul #handmadebrooch #брошьручнойработы #текстильнаяброшь #ручнаявышивка #вышивкаручнойработы #леснаядуша

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dark-water-siren · 3 years

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Mermay by Riversouls

#riversouls #mermaid #siren #sirena

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starynighty · 2 years

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Did u used to be riversoul?

Check my pinned post

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darkficsyouneveraskedfor · 3 years

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After much thought, I'm leaving Tumblr and I want you to know how much I have loved your blog. I had rape fantasies for long but did not know how to approach them. You, along with a load of other dark writers gave me the opportunity for that.

Thank you so much for writing what you write. Dark fics have been my solace for years now. Authors like you, riversoul, gotnofucks, sapphirescrolls and cherienyphe are so blessed. I wish all of you good luck and would just like to say that don't let the haters get to you.

You've been a wonderful blog Roo. I will miss reading your stuff. Thank you so much for everything. Good bye.

Take care of yourself and stay safe. I'm sorry to see you go but I wish you the best. Thank you so much for reading and for saying goodbye. 💞💞💞💞

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horrorandhalloween · 5 years

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by Riversouls

#horror #halloween #witch #wicthcraft #witch's familiar #black cat #glowing eyes

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artgh0sts-shop · 2 years

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D&D Character Commission - Tsujin Riversoul

Another commission I worked on for a former friend — of their dnd character from the game we were in together. This one's a cleaned up sketch with flat colors + texture to make it a bit more interesting. Scale brushes are gonna be my new best friend lol.

Tsujin is part of a reclusive, homebrew fish race called Kashikoi, as well as our party's resident uncle funky & spirital mystic.

#2019 #art #commission #dnd #dnd homebrew #d&d

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ozarkthedog · 3 years

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All I want is for Steve to bend me over the nearest table and stuff me full of his cock while Andy cradles my face in his hands and mocks the shit out of me.

“Takin’ such a big cock, Honey. Bet that sweet cunt’ll be so loose by the time he’s through with you.”

#I blame @riversoul for putting Andy and Steve in my brain #ozzie thots #🥵🥵🥵#Chris Evans

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strelles-universe · 1 year

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Empire Names and Meanings Redux

Ancient and Divine Animals

Noble Creatures and beasts are the true forms of the Souls, the grand spirits and other such incredible beings.

Land Predators

The powerful and deadly creatures of the world. Some of these names include words from the pre-connection era of the world.

Amphibians and Reptiles

Admittedly predominantly a collection of snakes.

General Aquatic

A small list of names for now but the things of the sea that don't quite fit with the fish and can't be merged with other words.

Freshwater Fish

A small collection of commonly eaten and popular fish that grow inland in ponds and streams.

Saltwater Fish

Names that usually lean towards cats of great size and more exotic fish.

Crustaceans and Mollusks

All the shelled critters whose names usually evoke a sensation of defensiveness and protection.

Raptors

The most powerful and deadly birds known to the world of strelles - commonly seen in the myths and tales of the Souls. WindClan even proclaims that they're equally as sacred to the Skulks/

Seed Birds

Birds are an extremely popular choice for names - their variety of patterns and behaviors provide a sufficient amount of variety for the clans.

Water Birds

With birds being so popular, it's not unusual or surprising for RiverClan to lean so heavily towards aquatic birds themselves. They're not exclusive to RiverClan but they're very popular methods of denoting someone's skill with fishing or affinity to water.

Large Herbivores

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Rodents

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Bugs and Creepy Crawlies

Though bugs are agitating and a somewhat unappreciated part of life, the clans also acknowledge that their will to live and thrive is impressive. Bugs struggle through the world on tiny wings and tinier legs and such resilience is respected.

Color Based

Among the most common names prefix-wise. Especially for a tired molly who just had a litter of kits, it's just easier to use the colors to name your kit. Many names also have implications related to the Spirits of the Clans; something meant to nudge the kits in a specific direction.

Pattern Based

Equally common as colors as a prefix for a tired queen, pattern based names are popular especially when a kit has a notable pattern.

Texture Based

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Appearance Based

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Personality Based

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Light Based

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Water Based

Prominent in RiverClan, water based names are often very emotional or have forceful connotations. Even cats out of RiverClan will sometimes grant their kit a water-based name in the hopes of drawing Riversoul's eye over them for protection.

Ice Based

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Heat Based

Names popular to ThunderClan that emphasize their passion and determination. Though fire is frightening, living in a forest ThunderClan has been forced to learn about the benefits of small flames.

Wind Based

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Ground Based

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General Plants

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Herb Based

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Flower Based

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Tree Based

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Fruit Based

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Body Parts

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Time Based

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Location Based

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Combat Verbs

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Sound Verbs

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General Verbs

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Additional Notes for the Names of Strelles

When I was creating the list, little aspects of worldbuilding cropped up and I needed to keep track of it. These additions don't have to be part of anyone else's world if you're just using the list for their meanings and the variety but I think they're nice to have anyway.

Might wanna keep checking up on this if you want to keep up with them. Every time I post a name update; I'll probably update this section a little bit too.

#strelles au #strelles naming conventions #strelles the greenwood empire

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the-world-of-ignavus · 6 months

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The Legionary's Charter - 02B (Shores): Standard Conduct Regulations

The Shorerisen find themselves in the interesting position of being neither the most lax faction, nor the most strict when it comes to their laws. They found themselves with a weighted system of worship not unlike the Stormborn though their favoritism rests at the paws of Riversoul and his daughter, Huyewa. The Shores believe themselves to be the favored of all the gods but especially their patron god - rarely do the Shorerisen ever go without food, rarely is their home barracks ever raided by the other factions. The Shorerisen would make it out to be that they’d never faced a hardship in their lives, insistent on the reminder that Waving Shore - their founder - had existed on the island long before the other faction leaders had ever set paw on their land. They are thus a very spiritual faction - not quite as superstitious as the Fennyielders or as rigid as the Galespun - always keeping an ear pricked for what Riversoul has to say on a situation; willing to adhere to whatever he decrees.

1) A legionary shall defend his faction from all that seeks to destroy it

2) A legionary shall retain strictly platonic relationships with members of the other factions

a) Non-Platonic relations between high-ranking members of different factions shall be demoted

b) Should a high-rank be Soul-Chosen, it is left up to the Souls themselves to decide punishment

c) Non-Platonic relations between a legionary and a loner is permitted provided the relationship is kept quiet, and the partner does not poach

3) A legionary is expected to respect and abide by the territory lines drawn in the empire

a) Should borders need to be crossed, the one crossing is expected to don a diplomat’s circuit as a display of peace

b) Starmenders are permitted to cross borders without circuits in times of emergency

c) The only respectable border is one that is clear - a faction who neglects to mark their borders open themselves up to territory challenges

d) A legionary caught poaching repeatedly may be made to hunt for the other faction before they are allowed to eat themselves

4) Cubs are the future and elders are the past - they are always to be fed first

a) A Styrman has multiple lives and is expected to sacrifice one in the face of famine upon their faction

5) Prey shall only be killed to be eaten

a) A legionary does not torment their prey

b) A legionary offers thanks to the prey, to Slysoul and to Treesoul for its life

6) Unity Games are held at the Kirkyard from the moment Sunsoul’s Eyes are Widest to when Moonsoul’s Eyes have begun to close - there is to be no spilled blood during these times

a) A legionary who violates the peace during these nights shall be demoted to cadet tasks until the next moon

b) A cadet who violates the peace during these nights will be barred from attending the next Unity Games and held back from promotion if they were close

c) A legionary who violates the peace more than three times will be barred attendance from all future Unity Games

7) Mercy and Honor is what separates the Empire from a cruel band of rogues united under one banner - a faction is expected to help a creature in need

a) NO faction may ignore the cries of a cub in need and to do so to invite stillbirths and misfortune

b) Should a non-moggi cub be located, it is acceptable to pass them off to the Stormborn

8) No legionary should ever enter battle intending to end a life

a) A legionary’s body shall be returned to their faction for burial rites

b) A body that cannot be returned should be substituted with a totem

#the world of ignavus #ignavus the legionary's charter #ignavus the greenwood empire #xenomoggy

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