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Twiggy: /* Luxuriant Senses */

2026-03-28T18:14:06Z

Luxuriant Senses

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	==Luxuriant Senses==		==Luxuriant Senses==
	The naga [[Lineage#~~Boons~~\|boon]] lies in their keen senses - and not just the traditional five. Some naga demonstrate almost supernatural sense of balance when they dance, while others demonstrate an uncanny ability to determine direction in the wilderness or underground, or an impressive awareness of the passage of time. They often cannot explain quite how their enhanced senses operate, experiencing them on a deeply intuitive level. This does not make it easier to pick out poisons, or other potential advantages, in fact these sensations can actually be distracting leading to extremes of revulsion or rapture that prevent a naga concentrating on the situation they are in. One benefit is that all naga find it easier to relax than other humans - almost embarrassingly so. When surrounded by fine fabric, good company, pleasant food and drink, or rich scents a naga can become relaxed almost immediately no matter how stressed they may have been before settling down		The naga [[Lineage#Playing a lineaged character\|boon]] lies in their keen senses - and not just the traditional five. Some naga demonstrate almost supernatural sense of balance when they dance, while others demonstrate an uncanny ability to determine direction in the wilderness or underground, or an impressive awareness of the passage of time. They often cannot explain quite how their enhanced senses operate, experiencing them on a deeply intuitive level. This does not make it easier to pick out poisons, or other potential advantages, in fact these sensations can actually be distracting leading to extremes of revulsion or rapture that prevent a naga concentrating on the situation they are in. One benefit is that all naga find it easier to relax than other humans - almost embarrassingly so. When surrounded by fine fabric, good company, pleasant food and drink, or rich scents a naga can become relaxed almost immediately no matter how stressed they may have been before settling down

	This trait has few practical applications during the game - it is very much about the individual roleplaying. On rare occasions, a naga might be able to more easily find clues of a sensory nature such as locating the hidden seam on a puzzle box, or gaining a few moments advance warning of the scent of smoke ahead of a forest fire.		This trait has few practical applications during the game - it is very much about the individual roleplaying. On rare occasions, a naga might be able to more easily find clues of a sensory nature such as locating the hidden seam on a puzzle box, or gaining a few moments advance warning of the scent of smoke ahead of a forest fire.
	<div style="float:right; width: 500px; clear: right;">{{CaptionedImage\|file=Naga Knight.jpg\|\|align=right\|caption=Naga are found in all walks of life.\|width=500}}</div>		<div style="float:right; width: 500px; clear: right;">{{CaptionedImage\|file=Naga Knight.jpg\|\|align=right\|caption=Naga are found in all walks of life.\|width=500}}</div>

	==Naga Life==		==Naga Life==
	{{Anchor\|The Blood}}		{{Anchor\|The Blood}}

Twiggy at 18:10, 28 March 2026

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	==Iconic Trapping==		==Iconic Trapping==
	Each lineage has an iconic [[Lineage#Creating a Lineaged Character\|trapping]]; in the case of the naga it is a scaled brow or eyesockets. Scales are the most common physical mark for naga characters but they are not a required element. If you do not have the iconic trapping, however, you ''must'' have at least one of the [[#Other ~~trappings~~\|other physical trappings]] associated with the naga lineage.		Each lineage has an iconic [[Lineage#Creating a Lineaged Character\|trapping]]; in the case of the naga it is a scaled brow or eyesockets. Scales are the most common physical mark for naga characters but they are not a required element. If you do not have the iconic trapping, however, you ''must'' have at least one of the [[#Other Trappings\|other physical trappings]] associated with the naga lineage.
	===Scaled Brow or Eyesockets===		===Scaled Brow or Eyesockets===
	Almost all naga have scales around the eyes or across the brow. A quick and effective scale effect can be produced using make-up and applied with a stencil. You can also use a latex prosthetic to build up the scales across the forehead and highlight the eyes.		Almost all naga have scales around the eyes or across the brow. A quick and effective scale effect can be produced using make-up and applied with a stencil. You can also use a latex prosthetic to build up the scales across the forehead and highlight the eyes.

	==Other ~~trappings~~==		==Other Trappings==
	In addition to a [[#Scaled Brow or Eyesockets\|scaled brow or eyesockets]] there are a number of physical trappings that mark someone as being of the naga lineage. If you want to phys-rep one of the trappings with a slightly different technique or style to the ideas suggested here then that is absolutely fine. If you want to use different trappings to the ones listed then you should [mailto:matt@profounddecisions.co.uk email us].		In addition to a [[#Scaled Brow or Eyesockets\|scaled brow or eyesockets]] there are a number of physical trappings that mark someone as being of the naga lineage. If you want to phys-rep one of the trappings with a slightly different technique or style to the ideas suggested here then that is absolutely fine. If you want to use different trappings to the ones listed then you should [mailto:matt@profounddecisions.co.uk email us].
	===Reptilian Eyes===		===Reptilian Eyes===

Twiggy: /* Iconic trapping */

2026-03-28T18:06:28Z

Iconic trapping

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	<div style="float:right; width: 250px; clear: right;">{{CaptionedImage\|file=Naga Look.jpg\|width=250\|align=right\|Caption=The iconic trapping for a naga is scales on the brow or around the eyes}}</div>		<div style="float:right; width: 250px; clear: right;">{{CaptionedImage\|file=Naga Look.jpg\|width=250\|align=right\|Caption=The iconic trapping for a naga is scales on the brow or around the eyes}}</div>

	==Iconic ~~trapping~~==		==Iconic Trapping==
	Each lineage has an iconic [[Lineage#~~Trappings~~\|trapping]]; in the case of the naga it is a scaled brow or eyesockets. Scales are the most common physical mark for naga characters but they are not a required element. If you do not have the iconic trapping, however, you ''must'' have at least one of the [[#Other ~~physical~~ trappings\|other physical trappings]] associated with the naga lineage.		Each lineage has an iconic [[Lineage#Creating a Lineaged Character\|trapping]]; in the case of the naga it is a scaled brow or eyesockets. Scales are the most common physical mark for naga characters but they are not a required element. If you do not have the iconic trapping, however, you ''must'' have at least one of the [[#Other trappings\|other physical trappings]] associated with the naga lineage.
	===Scaled Brow or Eyesockets===		===Scaled Brow or Eyesockets===
	Almost all naga have scales around the eyes or across the brow. A quick and effective scale effect can be produced using make-up and applied with a stencil. You can also use a latex prosthetic to build up the scales across the forehead and highlight the eyes.		Almost all naga have scales around the eyes or across the brow. A quick and effective scale effect can be produced using make-up and applied with a stencil. You can also use a latex prosthetic to build up the scales across the forehead and highlight the eyes.

Matt: Text replacement - "Synod" to "Synod"

2026-01-16T09:37:39Z

Text replacement - "Synod" to "Synod"

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	The naga are touched by the realm of [[Night]], a realm of shape-changing wyrms and winged serpents. They are subtle, secretive and intuitive individuals whose passion and fervour for life drives them to seek new challenges and new experiences.		The naga are touched by the realm of [[Night]], a realm of shape-changing wyrms and winged serpents. They are subtle, secretive and intuitive individuals whose passion and fervour for life drives them to seek new challenges and new experiences.

	Naga are drawn to roles that allow their passion to shine through, or that give them opportunities to explore mysteries or uncover secrets. They are often drawn to the [[Conclave]] and [[~~Synod\|~~Synod]]. Alternatively, they may set themselves up as information brokers, relishing the chance to influence events from behind the scenes, or simply hoarding scandalous secrets for their own amusement.		Naga are drawn to roles that allow their passion to shine through, or that give them opportunities to explore mysteries or uncover secrets. They are often drawn to the [[Conclave]] and [[Synod]]. Alternatively, they may set themselves up as information brokers, relishing the chance to influence events from behind the scenes, or simply hoarding scandalous secrets for their own amusement.

	The naga lineage is intended to appeal to players who want to be subtle and manipulative, as well as those who want to be a little mysterious. The naga suits a number of concepts: fanatical priests, mysterious wizards, fighters who enjoy fighting, artists and performers of all types. The concept plays with images of the snake as wise and subtle, but subverts the idea that snakes are “cold-blooded”.		The naga lineage is intended to appeal to players who want to be subtle and manipulative, as well as those who want to be a little mysterious. The naga suits a number of concepts: fanatical priests, mysterious wizards, fighters who enjoy fighting, artists and performers of all types. The concept plays with images of the snake as wise and subtle, but subverts the idea that snakes are “cold-blooded”.

Matt: Text replacement - "Conclave" to "Conclave"

2026-01-16T09:37:18Z

Text replacement - "Conclave" to "Conclave"

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	The naga are touched by the realm of [[Night]], a realm of shape-changing wyrms and winged serpents. They are subtle, secretive and intuitive individuals whose passion and fervour for life drives them to seek new challenges and new experiences.		The naga are touched by the realm of [[Night]], a realm of shape-changing wyrms and winged serpents. They are subtle, secretive and intuitive individuals whose passion and fervour for life drives them to seek new challenges and new experiences.

	Naga are drawn to roles that allow their passion to shine through, or that give them opportunities to explore mysteries or uncover secrets. They are often drawn to the [[~~Conclave\|~~Conclave]] and [[Synod\|Synod]]. Alternatively, they may set themselves up as information brokers, relishing the chance to influence events from behind the scenes, or simply hoarding scandalous secrets for their own amusement.		Naga are drawn to roles that allow their passion to shine through, or that give them opportunities to explore mysteries or uncover secrets. They are often drawn to the [[Conclave]] and [[Synod\|Synod]]. Alternatively, they may set themselves up as information brokers, relishing the chance to influence events from behind the scenes, or simply hoarding scandalous secrets for their own amusement.

	The naga lineage is intended to appeal to players who want to be subtle and manipulative, as well as those who want to be a little mysterious. The naga suits a number of concepts: fanatical priests, mysterious wizards, fighters who enjoy fighting, artists and performers of all types. The concept plays with images of the snake as wise and subtle, but subverts the idea that snakes are “cold-blooded”.		The naga lineage is intended to appeal to players who want to be subtle and manipulative, as well as those who want to be a little mysterious. The naga suits a number of concepts: fanatical priests, mysterious wizards, fighters who enjoy fighting, artists and performers of all types. The concept plays with images of the snake as wise and subtle, but subverts the idea that snakes are “cold-blooded”.

Matt: Text replacement - "[[Imperial Synod" to "[[Synod"

2026-01-15T21:28:14Z

Text replacement - "[[Imperial Synod" to "[[Synod"

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	The naga are touched by the realm of [[Night]], a realm of shape-changing wyrms and winged serpents. They are subtle, secretive and intuitive individuals whose passion and fervour for life drives them to seek new challenges and new experiences.		The naga are touched by the realm of [[Night]], a realm of shape-changing wyrms and winged serpents. They are subtle, secretive and intuitive individuals whose passion and fervour for life drives them to seek new challenges and new experiences.

	Naga are drawn to roles that allow their passion to shine through, or that give them opportunities to explore mysteries or uncover secrets. They are often drawn to the [[Conclave\|Conclave]] and [[~~Imperial~~ Synod\|Synod]]. Alternatively, they may set themselves up as information brokers, relishing the chance to influence events from behind the scenes, or simply hoarding scandalous secrets for their own amusement.		Naga are drawn to roles that allow their passion to shine through, or that give them opportunities to explore mysteries or uncover secrets. They are often drawn to the [[Conclave\|Conclave]] and [[Synod\|Synod]]. Alternatively, they may set themselves up as information brokers, relishing the chance to influence events from behind the scenes, or simply hoarding scandalous secrets for their own amusement.

	The naga lineage is intended to appeal to players who want to be subtle and manipulative, as well as those who want to be a little mysterious. The naga suits a number of concepts: fanatical priests, mysterious wizards, fighters who enjoy fighting, artists and performers of all types. The concept plays with images of the snake as wise and subtle, but subverts the idea that snakes are “cold-blooded”.		The naga lineage is intended to appeal to players who want to be subtle and manipulative, as well as those who want to be a little mysterious. The naga suits a number of concepts: fanatical priests, mysterious wizards, fighters who enjoy fighting, artists and performers of all types. The concept plays with images of the snake as wise and subtle, but subverts the idea that snakes are “cold-blooded”.

Matt: Text replacement - "[[Imperial Conclave" to "[[Conclave"

2026-01-15T16:56:27Z

Text replacement - "[[Imperial Conclave" to "[[Conclave"

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	The naga are touched by the realm of [[Night]], a realm of shape-changing wyrms and winged serpents. They are subtle, secretive and intuitive individuals whose passion and fervour for life drives them to seek new challenges and new experiences.		The naga are touched by the realm of [[Night]], a realm of shape-changing wyrms and winged serpents. They are subtle, secretive and intuitive individuals whose passion and fervour for life drives them to seek new challenges and new experiences.

	Naga are drawn to roles that allow their passion to shine through, or that give them opportunities to explore mysteries or uncover secrets. They are often drawn to the [[~~Imperial~~ Conclave\|Conclave]] and [[Imperial Synod\|Synod]]. Alternatively, they may set themselves up as information brokers, relishing the chance to influence events from behind the scenes, or simply hoarding scandalous secrets for their own amusement.		Naga are drawn to roles that allow their passion to shine through, or that give them opportunities to explore mysteries or uncover secrets. They are often drawn to the [[Conclave\|Conclave]] and [[Imperial Synod\|Synod]]. Alternatively, they may set themselves up as information brokers, relishing the chance to influence events from behind the scenes, or simply hoarding scandalous secrets for their own amusement.

	The naga lineage is intended to appeal to players who want to be subtle and manipulative, as well as those who want to be a little mysterious. The naga suits a number of concepts: fanatical priests, mysterious wizards, fighters who enjoy fighting, artists and performers of all types. The concept plays with images of the snake as wise and subtle, but subverts the idea that snakes are “cold-blooded”.		The naga lineage is intended to appeal to players who want to be subtle and manipulative, as well as those who want to be a little mysterious. The naga suits a number of concepts: fanatical priests, mysterious wizards, fighters who enjoy fighting, artists and performers of all types. The concept plays with images of the snake as wise and subtle, but subverts the idea that snakes are “cold-blooded”.

Hailmur: /* Becoming a naga */

2025-06-27T14:54:38Z

Becoming a naga

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	The Jalavæsclings are a group of [[Kallavesi]] marshsnakes who live in the small settlement of Kouvola, [[Kallavesa#Kallavesa_Marsh\|Kallavesa Marsh]]. Each season they host a gathering involving their "''perpetual tonic''" which contains a number of powerful narcotics. At the end of the gathering all visitors are encouraged to drink a yard of water from the marsh. The resultant hangover usually takes a full day to sleep off and on waking occasionally results in unlineaged humans developing the naga lineage over the following weeks. The marshsnakes encourage those who undergo the transformation to stay with them until it is complete, providing a salve that quietens the infernal itching that usually accompanies the slow spread of scales. They also study the progress of the transformation, apparently reading omens in the shape of the scale, their colouration, and the other trappings that manifest alongside them.		The Jalavæsclings are a group of [[Kallavesi]] marshsnakes who live in the small settlement of Kouvola, [[Kallavesa#Kallavesa_Marsh\|Kallavesa Marsh]]. Each season they host a gathering involving their "''perpetual tonic''" which contains a number of powerful narcotics. At the end of the gathering all visitors are encouraged to drink a yard of water from the marsh. The resultant hangover usually takes a full day to sleep off and on waking occasionally results in unlineaged humans developing the naga lineage over the following weeks. The marshsnakes encourage those who undergo the transformation to stay with them until it is complete, providing a salve that quietens the infernal itching that usually accompanies the slow spread of scales. They also study the progress of the transformation, apparently reading omens in the shape of the scale, their colouration, and the other trappings that manifest alongside them.

	In [[Madruga#Crucible\|Crucible]], Madruga, there is a fountain in the courtyard of an old parador that once stood by the road along the banks of the Scorrero that now flows with rainbow waters; drinking from them by moonlight can prompt a transformation in unlineaged humans. There is a chance that the drinker will unpredictably gain the naga, [[briar]], or [[draughir]] lineage over the course of a few days.		In [[Madruga#Crucible\|Crucible]], Madruga, there is a fountain in the courtyard of an old parador that once stood by the road along the banks of the Scorrero that now flows with rainbow waters; drinking from them by moonlight can prompt a transformation in unlineaged humans. There is a chance that the drinker will unpredictably gain the naga, [[briar]], or [[draughir]] lineage over the course of a few days. '''OOC Note:''' The choice of which lineage is gained - if any - is down to the player, not the character.

	==Inspirations==		==Inspirations==

Hailmur: /* Becoming a naga */

2025-06-27T14:14:16Z

Becoming a naga

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	<!-- *'''The ritual Sift the Dreamscape's Sands will allow an unlineaged target to choose to gain the naga lineage''' -->		<!-- *'''The ritual Sift the Dreamscape's Sands will allow an unlineaged target to choose to gain the naga lineage''' -->
	*'''The Jalavæsclings host a gathering in the settlement of Kouvola over downtime that will grant an unlineaged human the naga lineage'''		*'''The Jalavæsclings host a gathering in the settlement of Kouvola over downtime that will grant an unlineaged human the naga lineage'''
			*'''Drinking from the Parador of the Crucible over downtime can grant an unlineaged human the naga lineage'''
	The few mortal agents of the [[Azoth]] suggest that the heralds (or distillations as they often refer to themselves) are willing to grant those who have proven themselves as working towards the same goals as the Crucible a ''glittering feather''. The act of burning this feather and inhaling the resulting smoke grants a restful sleep with a chance at manifesting the naga lineage on waking.		The few mortal agents of the [[Azoth]] suggest that the heralds (or distillations as they often refer to themselves) are willing to grant those who have proven themselves as working towards the same goals as the Crucible a ''glittering feather''. The act of burning this feather and inhaling the resulting smoke grants a restful sleep with a chance at manifesting the naga lineage on waking.

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	<br><br><span style="font-size: 1.2em; font-weight: bold;">Downtime</span><br>		<br><br><span style="font-size: 1.2em; font-weight: bold;">Downtime</span><br>
	The Jalavæsclings are a group of [[Kallavesi]] marshsnakes who live in the small settlement of Kouvola, [[Kallavesa#Kallavesa_Marsh\|Kallavesa Marsh]]. Each season they host a gathering involving their "''perpetual tonic''" which contains a number of powerful narcotics. At the end of the gathering all visitors are encouraged to drink a yard of water from the marsh. The resultant hangover usually takes a full day to sleep off and on waking occasionally results in unlineaged humans developing the naga lineage over the following weeks. The marshsnakes encourage those who undergo the transformation to stay with them until it is complete, providing a salve that quietens the infernal itching that usually accompanies the slow spread of scales. They also study the progress of the transformation, apparently reading omens in the shape of the scale, their colouration, and the other trappings that manifest alongside them.		The Jalavæsclings are a group of [[Kallavesi]] marshsnakes who live in the small settlement of Kouvola, [[Kallavesa#Kallavesa_Marsh\|Kallavesa Marsh]]. Each season they host a gathering involving their "''perpetual tonic''" which contains a number of powerful narcotics. At the end of the gathering all visitors are encouraged to drink a yard of water from the marsh. The resultant hangover usually takes a full day to sleep off and on waking occasionally results in unlineaged humans developing the naga lineage over the following weeks. The marshsnakes encourage those who undergo the transformation to stay with them until it is complete, providing a salve that quietens the infernal itching that usually accompanies the slow spread of scales. They also study the progress of the transformation, apparently reading omens in the shape of the scale, their colouration, and the other trappings that manifest alongside them.

			In [[Madruga#Crucible\|Crucible]], Madruga, there is a fountain in the courtyard of an old parador that once stood by the road along the banks of the Scorrero that now flows with rainbow waters; drinking from them by moonlight can prompt a transformation in unlineaged humans. There is a chance that the drinker will unpredictably gain the naga, [[briar]], or [[draughir]] lineage over the course of a few days.

	==Inspirations==		==Inspirations==

Hailmur: /* Imperial Naga */

2024-08-26T22:11:50Z

Imperial Naga

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	===Imperial Naga===		===Imperial Naga===
	Naga are comfortable in roles where secrets and sensation are important. They excel in the [[Bourse]] where their motivation for wealth and passion for secrets gives them an edge, but they are also found in the [[Synod]] where their fervour and oratory make them successful. There have been a number of notable naga in the [[Senate]] and the [[Conclave]] over the years, but their self-indulgent nature means they have rarely embraced a life in the military.		Naga are comfortable in roles where secrets and sensation are important. They excel in the [[Bourse]] where their motivation for wealth and passion for secrets gives them an edge, but they are also found in the [[Synod]] where their fervour and oratory make them successful. There have been a number of notable naga in the [[Senate]] and the [[Conclave]] over the years, but their self-indulgent nature means they have rarely embraced a life in the military.
	* The passion of naga troubadours is famous in [[~~Dawn_Lineage_and_Species_Attitudes\|~~Dawn]]		* The passion of naga troubadours is famous in [[Dawn]]
	* The ~~[[The League lineage and species attitudes\|~~Reckoner guilds]] of the [[The League\|League]] are dominated by those of [[merrow]] and naga blood.		* The Reckoner guilds of the [[The League\|League]] are dominated by those of [[merrow]] and naga blood.
	* Most famously, the [[~~Wintermark_Lineage_and_Species_Attitudes\|~~Kallavesi ~~Marshsnakes~~]] who dwell in the swamps of Wintermark have naga lineage.		* Most famously, the [[Kallavesi]] Marshsnakes who dwell in the swamps of Wintermark have naga lineage.

	===Becoming a naga===		===Becoming a naga===
	*'''The eternals Azoth and Sadogua can both offer boons to allow a character to gain the naga lineage'''		*'''The eternals Azoth and Sadogua can both offer boons to allow a character to gain the naga lineage'''