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 Posted: Wed Sep 19, 2012 2:19 pm
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Posted: Wed Sep 19, 2012 2:22 pm
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Important Note:
Information contained here has been summarised to make reading quicker and easier. More in-depth detail on ranks / beliefs can be located in the subforum once the application for the pride has been made successfully.
Pride Synopsis:
Nergui could be described as a savage, merciless people with a strange and foreign air about them. A people who are feared, despised but – for the most part – greatly misunderstood.
The ‘Nergui’ are but a small part of a whole; the extending arm of a much greater force that remains in situ in an unknown location. The Nergui have been known to refer to their true ‘pride’ as the Crovrems Rurda or ‘The Horde’. This travelling group have no official name though, over time, they have adopted names given to them by their opponents. Their most recent name of ‘Nergui’ [meaning ‘no name’] was adopted from a group of Hongshan captives. Since then, this name has begun to spread into the southern prides [Firekin / Ithambo’hlabathi / Kitwana’antara].
The pride work as a unit to carry out the will of their supreme ruler Graos Oma who they revere as a vessel for the power of Tra Ord Omak: a being that they believe as the one true divine power.
The Nergui’s ultimate goal is to restore balance and return power to Tra Ord Omak so that he might ‘awaken’ from his sleep and grant all worthy life with strength. Restoring that balance, however, is no easy feat and involves a great many tasks: some known and some not.
[For more information on Tra Ord Omak and other pride beliefs, see: ‘Post 2: Pride Customs / Beliefs’]
Current Situation:
The Nergui have gathered at their encampment to the north-west of the Firekin's desert. Small groups acting as 'ambassadors' have been dispatched to scout out lands as the will of Graos Oma. They are clearly interested in the Firekin and as of yet, seem to be trying to prevent an all out war.
Nergui’s Moral Stance:
Perhaps this might better be worded as: are the Nergui evil?
The answer depends on your point of view, just as most things. The Nergui are not so 'black and white' as all that.
Nergui are notoriously merciless and unforgiving with a savageness about them that could be perceived as evil. These traits do, on occasion, attract ‘evil’ lions into their group. The difference is that these individuals might take pleasure in cruel acts whereas a true Nergui would take pleasure in knowing that the act had gained strength for their leader, Graos Oma.
Predominantly, however, the Nergui are a strong-willed, stubborn and prideful people. They have the steadfast belief that their way is the right way and those who do not agree or fight against it only weaken the divine power of Tra Ord Omak. Those who stand in the way of the word of Graos Oma do not often fair well and many a pride has fallen to the dominating strength of the Nergui. The Hongshan, perhaps, suffered worse than most because its people refused to surrender - fighting on regardless of the odds. It is more common for smaller prides to surrender and be absorbed into the ranks as converts.
Ultimately, the Nergui are looking to increase their forces to achieve a greater 'unity' across the lands. Unfortunately, not everyone is as willing to turn traitor to their own beliefs and accept the way of life that the Nergui offer them. These lions, more often than not, are dealt with mercilessly.
Towards one another, Nergui can be both fiercely loyal and competitive. Competition for ranks and glory [especially between males] is high and grudges and jealousy is commonplace. And those who fall in battle are left to die whilst those who bring shame or turn traitor are killed without a moment's hesitation.
Ultimately, acts of 'cruelty' do occur within the Nergui but these are not done without motive.
[For more information on Nergui behaviours towards outsiders/one another, see: ‘Post 2: Pride Customs / Beliefs’] |
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Posted: Wed Sep 19, 2012 2:23 pm
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Appearance:
A tough life-style takes the toll on the appearance of the Nergui members. They are not a vain people and this shows in the often unkempt appearance of their pelts. Many members will decorate themselves with macabre trophies of past battles, such as pelts, claws, teeth and skulls.
Although there are no colour restrictions to speak of, dark and natural colours are favoured. Lions who are born with unusual markings [runes/skulls/bones etc...] and eye colours are deemed blessed. These markings, in general, are highly prized and sought after. The belief is that these individuals are likely the descendants of a clever mortal who stole a god's power. With the god blood in their veins, they have a higher chance of producing seer offspring.
A Nergui will also wear his / her scars with pride; as symbols of their battles, strength and glory. It could be considered an insult to point out another's lack of scars.
Members with brightly coloured pelts are not refused but may face mockery.
Religious Beliefs:
The Nergui's 'god' is not an individual that can be identified. Not a 'god' in the traditional sense of the word. It is, instead, an amaranthine power unrivalled by that of anything else in existence. An awe-inspiring element described often as 'dead but dreaming.' The Nergui believe that Tra Ord Omak has granted them the power to become a dominating force. If asked where The Old One is, the Nergui say that he lies at rest beneath their feet.
The one they call Graos Oma [the enigmatic, face-less leader of the Nergui] is believed to be the fabled scion of the power that is Tra Ord Omak and that the key to unlocking the divine power and restoring balance lies in following his guidance.
One of many appointed to the Nergui by Graos Oma is the hunting and destruction of those unworthy parasites that leech strength from the divine power of Tra Ord Omak. These parasites are known to the Nergui as Kulukadok, though many others would know them as 'deities and immortals'. These false gods that prance the lands in lion form take strength from Tra Ord Omak; a strength that can only be returned with the end of the Kulukadok's life. The Nergui do not only hate the gods of SoA but they will actively take means to hunt them down and kill them. Lands 'blessed' or 'cursed' by such gods tend to draw much interest from this group.
Alongside the hunt for Kulukadok, the Nergui also spend time collecting or destroying divine artifacts they call rarec. Artifacts tainted/created by gods are often destroyed and buried in hopes that the stolen power will return to Tra Ord Omak. Those artifacts that have been left untouched, however, are viewed as gifts and raw power. Jewels in the earth are considered signs that Tra Ord Omak has begun to flourish. These trinkets are often gathered and incorporated into the macabre decorations worn by the high ranking members.
War-Chants / Battle Songs:
It is customary for warriors to prepare for / march into battle with war-chants. These guttural chants serve the purpose of inspiring the troops, striking fear into the enemy and - most importantly - to enable communication between themselves and the The Old One by entering a meditative state.
Seers:
Seers [known also as Kaar] are prized and respected members amongst the Nergui and highly sought after. Even rogue seers who refuse to convert are often taken by force and enslaved in hopes that they will eventually come to accept Nergui ways and rise as full members. It is believed that the blood of the Kulukadok in their veins creates a tie between them and Tra Ord Omak.
And yet, whilst a single victorious act can see a Kaar blessed for greatness a single mistake can see them swiftly punished. Many Kaar who have boasted victories in their visions only for the battle to bring a loss have been stripped of their status to live as a slave. [In this position the shamed seer can rise again to full member status but never again as Kaar]. If the mistake was extremely costly, some Kaar have even been executed to serve as an example to their peers.
Whilst being named Kaar is a rank within itself, this is not the only option for the gifted ones. Some - particularly those less confident in their abilities - may choose to take up another rank. It is not unusual, for instance, to find Kaar amongst the troops and the enforcers, practising their gift part-time.
Naming:
Fashionable names amongst the Nergui tend to take the following trends:
- Harsh and fierce sounds
- Have a savage/threatening meaning
- Be named after a notable ancestor of same gender. [The son of Muunokhoi, for instance, might find himself with the name; Muunokhar/Muuno/Nokhoi.]
There are also some exceptions to the rule. Founder-blooded females and daughters born to high-ranking parents might be given more soft and feminine names to set them apart.
Occasionally, converted rogues might choose to adopt a new name upon entering the Nergui. This is a matter of preference, however, and not obligatory.
When a slave is recruited into Nergui ranks, he or she is stripped of their name and referred to only by their rank. If they prove themselves worthy and take up the status of convert, they may reclaim their old name or take a new one.
Gender [and gender specific roles]:
Nergui are a male dominated pride [with perhaps a couple of exceptions]. And, whilst females are encouraged to be strong and fierce [so that they might birth strong children] it is extremely rare to find a female amongst any of the high ranks.
Males are viewed as the stronger gender and typically look to females as wives and mothers. As such the raising of cubs is strictly a female role and the male's input comes only when the cubs have come of age and are ready to begin their training. Typically, sons will be entrusted to their fathers and the daughters their mothers - with the rest of the pride banding together to aid. Because of this lack of interaction during their first weeks of life, it is customary for the mother to name her children.
New mothers and pregnant females are left to care for all the young Nergui so that females who are not burdened with children might continue to work and train in their professions.
Females within the Nergui, however, are well respected - though those who occupy / attempt to gain high ranks will face uncooperative, spiteful males and mockery. A female might be strong and fierce, but her role is as a mother and follower - not as a leader.
Breeding:
In the Nergui lions mate to produce stronger and more fierce generations. As such, it is viewed that a strong female will ultimately bear strong children. Because of this, a great number of mated couples are together because of this quality and not necessarily for love. This does not mean, however, that Nergui do not come to love their partners and, in fact, it is not unusual to see many a devoted pair in the pride.
Coupling, however, is a complicated process within the Nergui, as the following points will tell.
Marriage: A Nergui is considered married from the moment that a male claims a female to the moment where he decides to end the relationship. [A relationship can only be ended when the couple's litter has grown to adolescence and not before.] The marriage can be ended after the first litter or can be a longer lasting relationship that continues for many litters. Both short and long marriages are commonplace within the Nergui. Males and females can only be married/mated to one partner at a single time. Children cannot be born of in-pride flings / out of wedlock.
Challenging for females: Challenges occur if a male wishes to mate with a female already in relationship. However, with all things, there are rules to such challenges. Firstly, females must be dokvoor. This means that she must not be pregnant or have a young litter (cub-juvenile) at the time of the challenge. Males also cannot challenge higher-ranking males for their females. A lowly soldier, for instance, would not be able to challenge a Warlord for his wife. Higher-ranking males, however, can certainly challenge those beneath them, though challenges tend to be between those of equal standing. Challenges can be short and [occasionally] bloody and many of the pride members gather to cheer them on and make bets on who the victor might be.
Females highly sought after might be especially talented in battle, be of Founder-Blood, or a daughter of a high-ranking member. Or, they might simply bear some prized markings upon their pelts.
Rogue breeding: 'Unmarried' males and females are permitted to rogue breed so long as the Nergui participant ensures that his/her breeding partner has the qualities that deem them worthy. A weak rogue would sooner be killed than mated with and weak cubs would bring only shame.
Non-Lions:
Generally speaking, non-lions are considered as weak and insignificant. They are likely to be ignored or become the targets of young Nergui hunting games. Likewise, familiars are usually tolerated within the pride, though youngsters and some adults might make a target/snack of them if they stray too close.
Hybrids, however, are viewed as abominations. If an unlucky hybrid crosses a Nergui patrol they are not likely to escape with their lives.
Exceptions to the rule:
- Avians (especially ravens) are used as spies and messengers amongst the pride. Great flocks can often be found following after the Nergui in hopes to feed on the carcasses of battle left in their wake. Though they are not ignored as most familiars, this does not grant them immunity against a youngster's hunting games.
- Hyenas are accepted as members so long as they follow the same beliefs as their lion brethren. A small company of hyenas, headed by their own captain, work alongside the Nergui military in carrying out the will of Graos Oma. They aid the military by acting as vanguards in battle and heading up search parties for important targets. To ensure that the hyena population within the Nergui stays in the minority, pups are given the opportunity to leave the pride when they come of age. If they choose to stay, they take an oath of loyalty and must remain within the Nergui till death. |
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Posted: Wed Sep 19, 2012 2:24 pm
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Xakaav Oma [Visionary]
The chosen emissaries of the great Graos Oma, the Xakaav are the closest members that the Nergui have to rulers. Because of this honour instilled upon them they are revered by the Nergui people; high rank and low. Even the mightiest of the worrurd hesr can be seen bowing low as they pass. Their word is considered law for they speak with the voice of Graos Oma. To disobey a Xakaav is to disobey the will of Graos Oma – a terrible crime indeed. Visionaries are selected from suitable candidates with aid of the Kaar Oma’s farsight and – unlike every other rank – the visionary remains in his or her station till death.
Preferred traits: male, Founder-Blood, wisdom
Worrurd Hesr [High Warlord]
Equivalent to a ‘general’ and has command over the military. Specialises in battle strategy / knowledge through first-hand experience. Feeds his orders down through the ranks via the worrurds [warlords].
Required traits: Male, experienced (bonus: Founder-Blood)
Kaar Oma [Overseer]
The master of prophecies with a power unmatched by any other kaar. A Nergui to be feared and respected. The Kaar Oma assists visionaries, high warlords and warlords in decision making. They also aid in the training of young kaar and the interrogation of highly suspect new members. Traditionally, the Kaar Oma changes frequently, being thrown from their position by challengers amongst the kaar.
Required traits: Proven skill with visions
Worrurd [Warlord]
The Nergui ‘captains’ who have a more ‘hands on’ approach with the troops than their superior. Like the troops they specialise in either battle or stealth, bringing with them the skills from their time as Blood or Shadow. They join the warriors into battle and carry out the high warlord’s orders.
Required traits: Male, experienced (bonus: Founder-Blood)
Muvukol [Martinet]
A term loosely translated to ‘manager’. The martinet heads up the enforcers, giving them their duties, organising schedules and ensuring that they are completely their duties well. Any enforcer looking to be promoted to braak or shuko must receive a recommendation from this lion. Females have been known to hold this rank.
Required traits: experienced (bonus: male / Founder-Blood)
Braak [Blood Guard]
Blood guards are the warriors; the bulk of the Negui’s fighting force who work in companies that serve beneath a leading warlord. The number of companies depends on the number of lions.
Shuko [Shadow Guard]
Whilst capable of battle, this force specialises in stealth and infiltration, taking the roles of spies / making contact with outsiders / gaining knowledge and – quite often – acting as ambassadors for their people. Like the braak, they work in companies and serve beneath a warlord.
Kaar [Seer]
Treated with respect and wariness for their gifts. Their duty is to act as advisors and those with good control over their abilities often accompany troops to provide valuable insight with visions.
Emkurcar [Enforcer]
These lions are the ‘multi-taskers’. The saying ‘jack of all trades, master of none’ would describe them perfectly. With basic battle training, these lions and lionesses take on numerous day to day tasks. They are hunters, cub-sitters, patrollers, slavers and – if required – will join their fellow shuko and braak in battle as reinforcements. As such they could be considered both a military rank and a social rank with many crossovers and variety in their duty. The majority of females take on this role alongside the males less talented/inclined for battle.
Dhlurr [Slave]
A slave’s life is hard and often short-lived, working in long shifts on mind-numbing and seemingly pointless tasks. Tasks, more often than not are designed to break their refusal for change and have them rising up to become full members. Ill or weak slaves are killed and they are often harassed by the enforcers and other members of the pride. Slaves always have traits regarded highly in the Nergui. If they did not they would have been killed. Often slaves will be strong, bear strange markings or be touched with the powers of a seer. Slaves cannot breed.
Ressra [Youth]
Young Nergui carry this 'title' until they reach adulthood and embark on the career they have been training in. Young members are encouraged to play rough and tumble games as they grow and many of the local familiars may find themselves the target of games which could spell their end. They start learning their chosen role upon reaching adolescence and shadow their future peers to learn. Traditionally, the young Nergui sons will shadow the males whilst the daughters learn from the females.
::Titles::
Faivkol [Founder]
An inherited title. These lions are the equivalent of original members. These lions and lionesses have the blood of the founding members in their veins making them akin to royalty. Being a Founder often means the best chance of promotion and the best ‘marriages’. All children born of a Founder take this title with them.
Carquok [Convert]
Members who have joined the Nergui from other prides or as rogues.
Nav [New]
Members born to ‘convert’ parents; also referred to as New-Blood.
::Misc::
Nohoi [Warhound]
The only group of non-lions permitted to follow under the guidance of Graos Oma. Although a minority, these hyenas form a militant company and serve as trackers and protectors. In battle, they are often seen amongst the vanguards, leading troops into battle. They take orders directly from the High Warlord and nominate their own ‘captain’. |
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Posted: Wed Sep 19, 2012 2:25 pm
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exclaim If anyone would like their character removed / or any changes made to rank / info - please let us know!
Insignia key:
Founder: 
Seer: 
>>>Xakaav Oma (1/3)
Rapha (Weak)
Played by: Kaelyndra
Staus: Founder
Dialect: Local
Parents: ?? x Uuni
Info: Rapha's name is a product of her mother who had claimed to be a seer, but took both her brother and other sister when they were juvenilles. But Rapha has always known her path. Normally as bending as a willow, Rapha will not budge when it comes to her status and position. As a child, she was obsessed with greatness, taking part in sparring matches, trying to beat up the male lions to prove her worth - and Rapha still cannot stand being talked down to by a male lion. Towards the end of cubhood and up to the present, Rapha has been wracked with powerful, body-wrenching visions. They deny her sleep, and may even occur during the waking state. They are not often clear, but they are vivid, and what has come true has been strikingly accurate. Now, she speaks as a Visionary, and she seems to immensely enjoy her job. Rapha might be seen to some as a princess, delighted with her power and fame. But Rapha is still young, and in that, she is naive.
X ??? (???) Position Unavailable
X ??? (???) Position Unavailable
>>>Worrurd Hesr (0/1)
X ??? (???) Position Unavailable
>>>Kaar Oma (1/1)
Mchawi (Witch)
Played by: Kimaria
Status: God-Blood
Dialect: Common
Parents: ?? x ??
Info: A seer with a past to be both proud and ashamed of. Mchawi caught the attention of the Nergui when her past revealed that she - and her brothers - had successfully slain a god. A weaver of lies, this confident and cunning female has begun to carve herself a new destiny amongst the Nergui. She finds enjoyment in having others fear and respect her and shows only genuine affection to her brother, Msiba and her niece, Ilizi.
>>>Worrurd (2/3)
Godlum (Unknown)
Played by: Mimsey
Status: God-Blood
Dialect: Bilingual
Parents: ?? x ??
Info: Warlord of the Shuko. A powerful seer, Godlum is known for his stoic and unusual nature. While he was once highly respected in the pride, he has somewhat fallen out of favor after his son's failed mission in the Motoujamii.
X Muunokhoi (Vicious Dog)
Played by: Kimaria
Status: Converted
Dialect: Local
Parents: ?? x ??
Info: Warlord of the Braak. The story goes that there was a time when Muunokhoi was known as the Barbarian King and that his pride, in fact, was the first of the kingdoms to fall to the Nergui forces. Those who hear the gossip have been led to believe that he was spared death by the word of Graos Oma himself. Aggressive and infamously bad tempered, he is a lion without restraint or mercy. He is currently paired in a strained, loveless relationship with Sarangerel.
X ??? (???) Position Unavailable
>>>Muvukol (1/1)
Gable (N/A - variation of his father's name)
Played by: Hopefolly
Status: Founder
Dialect: Bilingual, though a huge jackass about it.
Parents: ? x ?
Info: As one would expect of someone in his line of work, Gable is bossy, organized, and not afraid to correct others. He is fair-minded (to the degree a Nergui can be) and keeps the facts in mind when giving recommendations for the braak and shuko ranks. That being said, he can't help but hassle new blood, often pretending he can't understand their language or their accents. This and other displays of arrogance have given him a reputation as all brute, no brains, whether or not it's true.
>>>Braak (11/-)
X Mahiri (Vibrant)
Played by: Andranis
Status: Convert
Dialect: Common
Parents: Nazar x Ni'andama le'maluuni
Info: Born to rogue parents as his mother attempted to form a pride, Mahiri deemed to cause trouble from the start. While he was raised to worship the God of the Cursed, he's found the Nergui way far easier to digest. He has no idea what mortal guises the Cursed god may take, but having grown up around him, he's pretty sure he knows enough to point the Horde in the right direction.
X Mawasii (Guardian)
Played by: Kimaria
Status: Convert
Dialect: Common
Parents: Hakan'mawasii x Kina
Info: Growing up with stories of her warrior father, Mawasii wanted nothing more than to follow in his footsteps and find herself glory and purpose. After spending a great deal of time wandering the rogue lands with her brother, Kafele, they were eventually led to the Nergui with aid of his visions.
X Mir (unknown)
Played by: DragonsRage24
Staus: Convert
Dialect: Bilingual
Info: Mir was raised to be a strange cub. Her family practiced strange traditions where they would eat a piece of their prey as well as enemy as they believed it would give them power. By eating a piece of flesh, living or dead, it was believed to her family that one would absorb their strength and spirit thus making oneself stronger. Needless to say, Mir still keeps up with these practices long after her family mysteriously disappeared. She throws herself into battle with the intent on victory and has the scars to prove it. Although she is half blind, do not underestimate her or you may lose more than your skin.
X Mkhai (Fight)
Played by: Excited Apathy
Status: Convert
Dialect: Bilingual
Info: If there were to be one word chosen to describe Mkhai, it would be 'ambition.' For all of his life, Mkhai has striven to reach as high as he can, to claw his way to the top by any means necessary. He's proud enough to be a Blood Guard, but he wants, and has always wanted, more. His failure to attain that 'more?' Oh, that's a sore spot and then some, and it wouldn't be wise in the least to mention it anywhere in his vicinity unless you outrank him...in which case he'll suffer through it while looking like he just swallowed an incredibly sour fruit. Those that are closest to him are subjected to the fiercest scrutiny--his ambitions extend to them, and he will not accept failure--and his former family broke under the pressure. They are now forgotten, as the weak and unworthy should be. He is extremely bitter about being left with a mere daughter, and he drives her more harshly than any other, as though by doing so he might force her to live up to her mother's promise.
Mokarakk (Nameless)
Played by: wooga Paes
Status: Founder
Dialect: Local
Parents: ? x ?
Info: His name can also be: Ozzirven (firey, flashing), Negwin (stone), Krazaaj (mountain) or Ikh (ashes). He doesn't seem to care much about making good impressions on people, as long as said people won't get him killed. Mokarakk cares only for himself at this point, doing whatever he pleases. He is fierce, insensitive, sardonic, confused, perhaps a little lazy, and not altogether very smart.
X Ngoma'mwale (Flame Dance)
Played by: Andranis
Status: Convert
Dialect: Common
Parents: Danzi x Ripuka
Info: Raised in the old Firekin way, Ngoma left home when the Simo and the Safi rejoined, feeling Kenna had failed them as a queen. After a sordid run-in with his older sister that revealed their father's true blood ties, he ended up in the Tuait'tekhem lands, where he met Ramla and got his tail whooped by her. When the pride began to fall apart, he led her to the desert of his birth to meet his family, but found the Nergui first. He has no idea one of his brothers has been and gone from the area, and still harbors his beliefs in Finar-si(That he's told nobody of since leaving the Firekin). He's already sired one litter with his mate, Ramla.
X Nuri (Gypsy)
Played by: Andranis
Staus: Converted
Dialect: Bilingual
Info: A lioness as mysterious as her past, Nuri was a new member of a pride the Nergui swallowed in their march across the lands. While initially brought in as a slave, she proved her strength by fending off a Nergui attempting to sneak up on her. From there, she's climbed rank a bit, using some acting skills to win lions over. There's a circulating rumor that she may have also killed a few, but these are unconfirmed yet. While she acts the part of a dedicated Nergui, Nuri dreams of the day being free of their influence.
(X) Nyarl (unknown)
Played by: Mimsey
Staus: New
Dialect: Bilingual
Info: ?
X Ovu (Evil)
Played by: ~Masamune~
Staus: Convert
Dialect: Bilingual
Info: A wicked creature who enjoys nothing more than to hunt down and murder innocent victims for his own amusement, Ovu is evil to the core. He likes to toy with his victims, and once they are dead, he often mutilates their bodies. He joined the Nergui after they expressed interest in his unusual markings and dark colouration, whilst he in turn grew curious about their strange ways and their ambitious plans to spread across the land. Having been with the Nergui for some time, he has managed to pick up some of their language, although he's not fluent in it. In turn, he has offered his services as a teacher of the Common tongue, as well as a translator when the need arises.
Styx (Hate)
Played by: Yin-Bug
Status: Founder
Dialect: Local
Info: Styx's family was known for being strong, large fighters for generations. He was the odd one out of his family. He was the runt of his litter the smallest of both his brothers and sisters. His mother was not okay with that and took extra effort to make sure Styx grew to be the best fighter he could dispite his size. Styx is an extremely hard worker, he goes out of his way to do his work. He also is not very friendly he is easily made grumpy or angry at some one who insists on holding up a conversation, he has a few exceptions... a few. He is an extremely strong fighter at this point and trains as often as he can. If you don't want to to get into a fight with him, I would NOT comment on his size.
X Zizima (Cold)
Played by: ~Masamune~
Status: Converted
Dialect: Common
Info: Having lost his mate to the sea, Zizima feels as though he has very little left to live for. There is no escaping the pain that he feels inside his heart, and so at this point he is merely 'existing'. He joined the Nergui under false pretences, believing them to be a Pride that needed his help after suffering a terrible injustice. He thought that if he could help them, he could somehow rid himself of his guilt. Instead, he finds himself falling into an even deeper and darker place, from which he isn't sure there is any escape.
>>>Shuko (7/-)
X Ardant Stain
Played by: Zingling
Status: Convert
Dialect: Bilingual
Parents: ? x ?
Info: With a 'subservient' attitude and the ability rapidly learn and then use that knowledge correctly, Ardant can easily be seen as someone to trust and admire. He has incredibly charisma with a dash brutality which has kept him alive thus far. He wants nothing more than to live and as such, has allowed himself to be fully engrossed in the order.
(X) Drogon (unknown)
Played by: wooga Paes
Staus: New
Dialect: Bilingual
Info: An ambitious young lion, Drogon has finally begun to develop some more brain to complement his brawn. Though he seems like a clear choice for the Blood Guard, with his size and fighting spirit, Drogon has his sights firmly set elsewhere. He has a tendency to be a little reckless, but is proving to be a fast learner.
Gever (Unknown)
Played by: Hopefolly
Status: Founder
Dialect: Bilingual
Parents: ? x ?
Info: A newcomer to the pride might consider Gever's lovely brown mane a slap in the face when the rest of him is just so green. However, Gever embraces his appearance and, like with everything, has utilized it to better serve his leaders and Graos Oma. He performs all his rank's duties to the best of his abilities, but truly shines as an ambassador. The ribbing he's received over the years about his coloring have given him ground to stand on when he tries to oh-so-persuasively convince potential converts (potential Kaar especially) that, even at their worst (and he's seen their worst, he'll tell you, because some have mocked him before) to be with the Nergui is where life is best spent. They are loyal, strong, and they are right.
X Malaku'l-Maut (Angel of Death)
Played by: Meepfur
Status: Convert
Dialect: Bilingual
Parents: ? x ?
Info: Single-minded, bull-headed, and vicious, Maut was a rogue absorbed by the pride as an adolescent, and took to their ways quickly and well. A fairly intelligent individual, she nonetheless enjoys a good fight just as much as she does more intellectual challenges. She's relatively tall for a lioness, but too slender and lanky to merit being called 'large.'
Mkipni Unknown
Played by: KasaiLoki
Status: Founder
Dialect: Bilingual
Parents: ? x ?
Info: Mkipni is on the smaller side of the lioness spectrum, but doesn’t let her size get in the way of business. She likes to take to the shadows, trying to mask herself within them with her dark colored pelt. She is a strong hearted lioness with a ‘nobody get in my way’ type attitude.
X Tömörbaatar (Iron Hero)
Played by: Kimaria
Status: Nav
Dialect: Bilingual
Info: The estranged mate of Mchawi. Tomorbaatar has been absent from the Nergui for many months, infiltrating southern lands to aid in future path-making decisions. It is said that Mchawi herself sent him on this mission: one of great importance.
X Tzora (A Person Afflicted)
Played by: Mimsey
Status: Convert
Dialect: Bilingual
Info: Born a sacrifice in the Mizimu. Her mother and father were the former 'king and queen' of the dhati, and her mother was executed for her role in the rebellion. Although she didn't grow up with much knowledge of this, Tzora has always been...off. She's terribly cruel, and eventually left the Mizimu to do her own experiments in spirits.
>>>Kaar (7/-)
Awiti'asha Life thrown away
Played by: Puhterodactyl
Status: Convert
Dialect: Common
Parents: Dubwana'dubu x Moja
Info: She's morbidly curious, and if something catches her eye, she can't resist investigating, though it may later cause more serious problems. She isn't phased by death, even when she sees her family die in her visions, and has grown so desensitized to it that she lives her life in a "Carpe deim" way. She was a part of the Kizingo'zaa when they were infected with insanity, but now that it's left the pride, so has she. She wasn't quite right beforehand, and since, it seems she's gotten a bit further from reality.
Basha (Unknown)
Played by: Hopefolly
Status: Convert
Dialect: Common
Parents: ? X Mwokoti
Info: Basha, formerly Harimangu'Mlinda (a name she gave herself out of spite meaning "My brother's keeper"), is the daughter of a Goddess and knew from a very young age she would be a seer whether she liked it or not. Hence, she was ready for her powers when they triggered as a juvenile. Since then, she has become skilled with her visions, and having finished her revenge mission on her brother, reverted to her original name. She is found and convinced to join the pride by Oxotl, one of the daughters of a lioness that helped achieve her goal.
Dia (Champion)
Played by: MoonRazor
Status: Convert
Dialect: Bilingual
Parents: Kazi'malaiki x Ainra
Info: Dia's name was quite aptly chosen. He is a highly, if not over, competitive lion. Even as a cub, he had to be the best at everything he did. Anything less than first is mediocre, and to settle for mediocrity is, to him, a sign of weakness and a lack of standard. As such, he looks down at anyone who is not the best, and can at times view the world with an air of contempt. Nobody else is quite good enough for him. They could come close, but they would never be as good. Given his gotta-be-best attitude, he is willing to go to rather extreme measures in order to ensure his first place. But he is a prideful creature, and must be first based on his own skills and abilities, and not through cunning and trickery.
Gawdat (Supreme quality)
Played by: Thalion
Status: New
Dialect: Bilingual
Parents: Tomorbaatar x Mchawi
Info: With stories of her mother and uncles having successfully slain a god, she quietly seeks to do the same. However, as she's matured into a full grown lioness, she's grown skeptical of her own abilities. She's a little insecure and defensive to the point of being short with even those she cares about.
Kafele (Worth Giving One's Life For)
Played by: Kimaria
Status: Convert
Dialect: Common
Info: A large but shy lion, Kafele's seer powers grew in strength as he did. Eventually these powers showed visions of the Nergui and, with promise of a place in a pride by a familiar face, agreed to join to aid the Nergui and secure himself a purpose.
Kefir (Baby Lion)
Played by: Kimaria
Status: Convert
Dialect: Common
Info: One of the many children of the God of Rogues, Kefir grew up under the loving care of his mother. An utter mummy's boy, he was very dependant and naive of the cruelties of the world. His world was turned upside down when he came across a Hongshan female and, drawn to her odd nature, he decided to follow after her. Unfortunately, his seer powers waylaid him and he ended up getting caught by the Nergui. Originally a slave, he was eventually persuaded to be compliant, though against his will.
Tuhka (Ash)
Played by: fuKurohane
Status: Convert
Dialect: Common
Parents: Fleance x Kibaazi
Info: She is very quiet. The weight of her family history lays heavily on her shoulders. She will tell her visions to the appropriate leadership, but otherwise keeps to herself. She has a nearly constant frown on her face, and isn't much of a busybody. She spends a great deal of time in meditation.
>>>Emkurcar (7/-)
X Kibuluu (Blue)
Played by: wooga Paes
Status: Convert
Dialect: Common
Parents: Rogue x Ata'jasisi
Info: Since the Mteo'nyungu disbanded, Kibuluu had been wandering around aimlessly as a rogue bachelor until he stumbled upon the Nergui. He is bold, if not altogether a gifted fighter, this lion depends more on his wits. Quick on his feet, resourceful and clever, Kibuluu is getting by.
X Msiba (Disaster)
Played by: MoonRazor
Status: Convert
Dialect: Bilingual
Parents: ? x ?
Info: Msiba is a very handsome lion with unreserved amounts of natural charm, able to talk himself in or out of anything he so pleases. He is a master of trickery, knowing exactly how to mask his feelings or put on new emotions. As the talented actor that he is, he can completely separate himself from his shell, seeming to be one thing but really being something else entirely underneath. He is a rather self-centered lion, thinking only to benefit himself and his family, and will stop at next to nothing to get it or to protect them.
Oxotl (unknown)
Played by: Kaelyndra
Status: Convert
Dialect: Bilingual
Info: Oxotl was born surrounded by dark-minded family. As such, she grew to know two lessons: Outsmart those around you before they outsmart you and take only what you need by force. Unfortunately, Oxotl had never been the wittiest in her family. As such, she took the things she needed by force and left the rest alone. She was drawn to the Nergui's raw power, and settled down. She seems to follow the Nergui fundamentals that men rule and is content to let out her only wish for power on the Nergui slaves. She is a follower, not a leader, and has no affliction to bloodshed if being a warrior is required.
X Ramla (Prophetess)
Played by: Andranis
Status: Convert
Dialect: Common
Parents: Ilori x Madhu-Makhi
Info: While she's small, Ramla's no push-over. She's very proud of the fact she beat a Firekin in a fight, and she'd like to kindly point out with her claws that Ngoma's hers, nobody else's. She was born and raised in the Tuait lands, but left with Ngoma when the pride began falling apart and she witnessed many lions begin to leave for figurative and literal greener pastures(A persistent drought has done nothing to help, obviously). She's already bore Ngoma one litter of cubs, all fully grown and going their own ways.
Sarangerel (Moonlight)
Played by: Kimaria
Staus: Founder
Dialect: Local
Info: A fiery female who prides herself on her Founder-Blood, Sarangerel is a fierce warrior and strongly opinionated. Her lack of fear can often make her a dangerous ally as well as an enemy. Due to this she has been kept out of much of the fighting so far. Currently paired with Muunokhoi due to an arrangement made by her parents, Sarangerel treats him as something she has claim to rather than with any affection. She has yet to bear him children.
Shana (Beautiful)
Played by: Tanakako
Status: New
Dialect: Bilingual
Parents: Tomorbaatar x Mchawi
Info: ??
X Umfana (Boy)
Played by: [Eskimo]
Status: Convert
Dialect: Common
Parents: Msiba x Ithemba
Info: Umfana is a dark flirt with a touch of naivete. He's no stranger to violence, but he prefers to get what he wants through other means. Shortly after being born, he was cubnapped by Msiba who brought him to Mchawi to use as a sort of minion, but their feelings changed and they ended up raising Umfana truly as one of their own. He doesn't take many things seriously (at least not openly), but he is very serious about his familial ties, their wishes, and their well-being.
>>>Dhlurr (5/-)
X Alamea (Precious)
Played by: Andranis
Status: Slave
Dialect: Bilingual
Parents: Serkan x Pele
Info: The last of a litter of six, Alamea's been carefully sheltered by her mother since they were taken by the Nergui. Growing up rough hasn't come without its consequences, as she's grown up rather scruffy. Growing up around the Nergui, too, has proven... Beneficial, as it could be called, as she's learned by their language and her mother tongue. She's as stubborn as her mother, refusing to take to the Nergui ways since it's killed her brothers and sisters.
Byu (???)
Played by: Shia bean
Status: Slave
Dialect: Common
Parents: Al'Hattal and Sen
Info: He's a bit of a nervous wreck, friendly for the most part. He has zero interest in female lions...None. In fact he is almost afraid of them getting too close. OOCly, there have been jokes of him being deathly afraid of falling for those he is closely related to, since he has sooo many relations to sooo many lions, and this...kind of translated to his IC persona.
(X) Ilizi (Charm Against Lions)
Played by: Kimaria
Status: Abomination
Dialect: Common
Parents: Msiba x ??
Info: The only hybrid amongst the ranks of the Nergui. Ilizi is viewed and referred to as an abomination and is mostly ignored or hated by the members. The only reason she remains alive is that she is a relation to Mchawi and Msiba. A spoiled and charming creature who is fully aware of her odd beauty, Ilizi has been known to flirt with males. This behaviour has faded in recent times, as she is clearly intimidated by the lions they have found themselves entangled with.
Nebo (Prophet)
Played by: Andranis
Status: New
Dialect: Common
Parents: Jin-raiu x Vardah
Info: A lion with a past at one point involving womanizing, he eventually settled down with a goddess that tempered his wandering ways. When Hate destroyed the pride they'd been living in and killed his mate(Causing her to be reborn), Nebo left with the only two of their children he'd been able to find, eventually parting from them as they grew into their own lions. He follows his visions here and there, though they never prepared him for the Nergui. He stubbornly refuses to give up his belief in gods.
(X) Pele (Lava)
Played by: Andranis
Staus: Slave
Dialect: Northern
Info: One of the Hongshan enslaved by the Nergui, Pele tried escaping with her brother-in-law's mate and her cubs with her own mate, Serkan, while the brothers distracted the Nergui. Unfortunately, the plan failed, and Pele found herself enslaved, her friend killed for it and most of her cubs slowly killed off - At least two died of the elements. She prays every night that she'll see Serkan again, sorrowful of her lost children and friend. Pele is normally as fierce a lion as any, but the protection of her remaining cub has kept her complaint.
>>>Ressra (1/-)
Nyekundu'kupita Red Dead
Future Rank: Ressra to Kaar
Played by: Puhterodactyl
Status: Convert
Dialect: Common
Parents: Dathcharu'kai x Awiti'asha
Info: Not quite as crazy as Awiti, but with her as a mother and the God of Chaos as a father, some screws are a bit loose. He's working on ways to channel his inner chaos. With his mother being somewhat addled, and everyone in his immediate family having visions, he believes ludicrous ideas more readily than your average lion.
>>>Nohoi (5/-)
X Asuen Kipeys (Living Pain)
Played by: fuKurohane
Status: New
Dialect: Local
Parents: Unknown
Info: In short, a masochist. She isn't very clever, but she has a sick sense of humor, and enjoys the rush of pain - thus, she will dive headfirst into a fight, holding nothing back. If there's a wicked hyena's cackle while blood is flying, it's probably hers.
X Furchtlos Fearless
Played by: SilverLutz
Status: Convert
Dialect: Bilingual
Parents: ? x ?
Info: Los doesn't know fear, as his name suggests. Even when he was a pup he would charge head-first into danger without a second thought. Rather than being reckless or idiotic, though, he knows when danger exists and is completely aware of it. This makes him a force to be reckoned with in battle. A masochist, pain only fuels his insatiable desire to win. He gives himself to whatever cause he finds most worthy, giving one hundred and ten percent every moment he can.
X Hiana (Deceit)
Played by: ~Masamune~
Status: Converted
Dialect: Bilingual
Parents: ? x ?
Info: If there's one hyena that you cannot trust, it's Hiana. He joined the Nergui after having been exiled from his previous pack for attempting to overthrow the current ruler. Deception and manipulation are in his blood, which is something he uses to great advantage. As well as being fairly intelligent, he is an exceptional fighter, with some unusual techniques. No one really knows his true intentions, so even the Nergui are taking a bit of a gamble by keeping him around.
X Schlange (Snake)
Played by: Light Atago
Status: New
Dialect: Bilingual
Parents: ? x ?
Info: Schlange loves his little position, to be present on the front lines. On top of being a warrior, Schlange enjoys dabbling in poisons in his spare time. He's somewhat detached and unable to empathize with... Anyone. However, he's very good at being a part of the chain of command. Lawful Evil. I'm hoping to get him a snake familiar in the future who he'll leave behind in battles... But gather venom from from time to time.
X Teckel Daschund
Played by: Puhterodactyl
Status: Convert
Dialect: Common
Parents: ? x ?
Info: Highly loyal and wanting to be something bigger than herself, she heard of the Nergui and just had to check it out for herself. All of its beliefs made sense, and she knew she had to defend the pride and help its message and its cause be spread.
Members to add:
Kreia
Svarr
Tengri
Darj
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Posted: Wed Sep 19, 2012 2:27 pm
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Posted: Wed Sep 19, 2012 2:29 pm
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Have some questions? Feel free to ask! (:
Q1: Nergui hunt gods- can they actually kill them?
A1:
It is very possible the Nergui at one point may have killed an incredibly weak god, such as Pestilence. But much of nergui lore is somewhat sketchy as to how many gods they've actually 'killed'. Many of these suspect gods may have just been powerful seers, or strange individuals.
Q2: My god should totally smite them!
A2:
The Nergui may one day feel the might of a true god against them. However, their relationship with the gods is a bit more complicated than even the Nergui themselves know. Many gods see the Nergui as a funny amusement, supporting the group in secret. Some pit the pride against their rival's mortal servants in power struggles. There are notably a few gods who keep watch over the pride, using them unwittingly for their own schemes.
Q3: Can I be cubnapped/kidnapped by the pride?
A3:
For cubnapping: Unless the cub is a proven seer, or incredibly unusual looking, it will not be bothered by the Nergui. The Nergui do not have the time or patience to raise children who have no promise.
For kidnapping: Much the same; if the Nergui are going to take a slave, there must be a reason behind it. The Nergui aren't looking just for bodies to fill roles- they're looking for converts and assets to the pride. While it is more likely for an adult to be forced into servitude than a child, an adult should still have some characteristic that made them desirable.
Q4: I want to fight against the nergui!
A4:
As of this moment, there are three prides who have interacted with the Nergui: the firekin in the Motoujamii, the Bonelands pride, and the Kitwana'Anatara. Of the three, the firekin are gearing for war, and the Kitwana are on high alert.
If you'd like for your pride to be apart of this plot, you can feel free to shoot ideas! If you'd like your individual lion to be apart of the plot, check first with these groups!
Q5: Will we go to war with firekin/other allied prides?
A5:
WHO KNOOOWS.
Q6: Can we expect pridal plots, like the ones you've been running in the firekin?
A6:
Absolutely! We'll be focusing particularly on cross pridal events with the Nergui and firekin.
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Posted: Wed Sep 19, 2012 2:31 pm
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Posted: Wed Sep 19, 2012 2:32 pm
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Posted: Wed Sep 19, 2012 3:21 pm
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Posted: Wed Sep 19, 2012 4:15 pm
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Posted: Wed Sep 19, 2012 4:35 pm
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