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Twiggy at 15:37, 19 March 2026

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	<ic>Yantl peered at his cards again, his face a mask of intense concentration. He tossed one of them down, picked up one of the playing pieces, and slammed it down on the board. There was a ripple of nods and approving noises as he leant back in his chair with a triumphant expression. Ayneyas picked up the leather cup, rattled the dice, and tossed them down. Kejak groaned. Yantl rocked forward, glaring at the dice, looking to the other players for confirmation of what he thought was the case. Ayneyas shook her head in mock sadness.		<ic>Yantl peered at his cards again, his face a mask of intense concentration. He tossed one of them down, picked up one of the playing pieces, and slammed it down on the board. There was a ripple of nods and approving noises as he leant back in his chair with a triumphant expression. Ayneyas picked up the leather cup, rattled the dice, and tossed them down. Kejak groaned. Yantl rocked forward, glaring at the dice, looking to the other players for confirmation of what he thought was the case. Ayneyas shook her head in mock sadness.

	"It looks as if the.. ah... the Little Bad Piece... is going to cost you some of your white granite," she said in a tone of commiseration that did not match the sparkle in her eyes as she moved the little black circle onto one of the tiles representing mountains. Yantl shook his fist in mock outrage.		"It looks as if the... ah... the Little Bad Piece... is going to cost you some of your white granite," she said in a tone of commiseration that did not match the sparkle in her eyes as she moved the little black circle onto one of the tiles representing mountains. Yantl shook his fist in mock outrage.

	"Damn you, little Bad Piece," he roared. Laughter exploded around the table.		"Damn you, little Bad Piece," he roared. Laughter exploded around the table.

Twiggy at 02:08, 22 January 2026

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	During the Solstice, '''Yevanshka''' of the [[Varushka\|Varushkan]] National Assembly proposed a [[statement of principle]] regarding the shadows of the past. It was upheld by the assembly with greater majority - with primacy in fact. In it they spoke of how Varushka's virtue is tarnished by the legacy of slavery, and the need to address this legacy and rectify it.		During the Solstice, '''Yevanshka''' of the [[Varushka\|Varushkan]] National Assembly proposed a [[statement of principle]] regarding the shadows of the past. It was upheld by the assembly with greater majority - with primacy in fact. In it they spoke of how Varushka's virtue is tarnished by the legacy of slavery, and the need to address this legacy and rectify it.

	Some elements of the statement are broadly well received. The reality is that precious most folk in Varushka have gained a grudging respect for the Imperial Orcs. They have territory of their own now, and their two large [[~~Imperial army\|armies~~]] are a terror to the Empire's enemies. From a military point of view It's a toss-up between them and Dawn for who would make the better allies. They're also clever traders, and ~~skillful~~ magicians and it's clear that the Empire has been enriched by their presence. Most Varushkans are happy to consider an opportunity to make amends for the crimes of the past.		Some elements of the statement are broadly well received. The reality is that precious most folk in Varushka have gained a grudging respect for the Imperial Orcs. They have territory of their own now, and their two large [[https://www.profounddecisions.co.uk/empire-wiki/Construct_the_Tenebrous_Patharmies]] are a terror to the Empire's enemies. From a military point of view It's a toss-up between them and Dawn for who would make the better allies. They're also clever traders, and skilful magicians and it's clear that the Empire has been enriched by their presence. Most Varushkans are happy to consider an opportunity to make amends for the crimes of the past.

	Less popular is the way the judgement seems to single out Varushka. Many Varushkans find it tiresome to be repeatedly portrayed as the only people in the Empire who practiced slavery. The plain facts are that the rest of the Empire was no different - ''every'' nation other than the [[The Brass Coast\|Freeborn]] kept orcs as slaves for centuries. The [[farm\|farms]] of [[Wintermark]], and [[the Marches]], the fighting pits of [[the League]], and the [[forest\|forests]] of [[Dawn]] and [[Navarr]] were all worked by orc slaves just as much as the Varushkan [[mine\|mines]] were. Even the [[Urizen]] kept slaves - not every job can be done by [[Urizen_economic_interests#Ushabti\|ushabti]] and not every spire has magicians to spare to oversee their operation. It's not just the Empire either for that matter, the Varushkans fought brutal wars with the [[Druj]], the [[Thule]] and the other antecedents of the Imperial Orcs all of whom took every opportunity to enslave the enemies they defeated.		Less popular is the way the judgement seems to single out Varushka. Many Varushkans find it tiresome to be repeatedly portrayed as the only people in the Empire who practiced slavery. The plain facts are that the rest of the Empire was no different - ''every'' nation other than the [[The Brass Coast\|Freeborn]] kept orcs as slaves for centuries. The [[farm\|farms]] of [[Wintermark]], and [[the Marches]], the fighting pits of [[the League]], and the [[forest\|forests]] of [[Dawn]] and [[Navarr]] were all worked by orc slaves just as much as the Varushkan [[mine\|mines]] were. Even the [[Urizen]] kept slaves - not every job can be done by [[Urizen_economic_interests#Ushabti\|ushabti]] and not every spire has magicians to spare to oversee their operation. It's not just the Empire either for that matter, the Varushkans fought brutal wars with the [[Druj]], the [[Thule]] and the other antecedents of the Imperial Orcs all of whom took every opportunity to enslave the enemies they defeated.

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	* '''The Imperial Orcs are giving thought to how they might celebrate the 60 year anniversary of the foundation of their nation'''		* '''The Imperial Orcs are giving thought to how they might celebrate the 60 year anniversary of the foundation of their nation'''
	* '''A festival is being discussed to take place at the Autumn Equinox'''		* '''A festival is being discussed to take place at the Autumn Equinox'''
	During the Winter Solstice there were two statements of principle in the Imperial Orc national assembly that spoke to the pride of their nation. '''Skywise Fal''' spoke of the need to protect the nation, the "long overdue reward for the work of our lives". '''Bleakshield Rhuk''' pointed out that 384YE marks 60 years since the Imperial Orcs earned their freedom, encouraging every citizen to celebrate both past and future. The Autumn ~~Eqinox~~ this year marks the anniversary of Ahraz offer to the orcs of Thrace's rebellion - full citizenship to any orc who would swear to serve the Empire and freedom for all enslaved orcs. The anniversary is only six months away. The date is recognised in various ways among the Imperial Orcs over the years, but this is the first time there has been talk of something to officially mark the founding of the nation with a formal celebration.		During the Winter Solstice there were two statements of principle in the Imperial Orc national assembly that spoke to the pride of their nation. '''Skywise Fal''' spoke of the need to protect the nation, the "long overdue reward for the work of our lives". '''Bleakshield Rhuk''' pointed out that 384YE marks 60 years since the Imperial Orcs earned their freedom, encouraging every citizen to celebrate both past and future. The Autumn Equinox this year marks the anniversary of Ahraz offer to the orcs of Thrace's rebellion - full citizenship to any orc who would swear to serve the Empire and freedom for all enslaved orcs. The anniversary is only six months away. The date is recognised in various ways among the Imperial Orcs over the years, but this is the first time there has been talk of something to officially mark the founding of the nation with a formal celebration.

	The [[Night of Worth]] is due to be celebrated during the coming summit, both in Anvil and in communities across Skarsind. The festival itself is fairly intimate; a time for orcs to gather together and share stories about themselves and the things of [[Worth]] that they carry. It feels like a celebration of the founding of the nation - and ultimately the liberation that the Imperial Orcs won for themselves through rebellion and refusal to compromise - might merit something more extrovert in nature.		The [[Night of Worth]] is due to be celebrated during the coming summit, both in Anvil and in communities across Skarsind. The festival itself is fairly intimate; a time for orcs to gather together and share stories about themselves and the things of [[Worth]] that they carry. It feels like a celebration of the founding of the nation - and ultimately the liberation that the Imperial Orcs won for themselves through rebellion and refusal to compromise - might merit something more extrovert in nature.
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	There is still time for discussion. Discussion with the [[egregores\|egregore]] is one place to start, as might be [[statement of principle\|statements]] in the National Assembly encouraging a certain tenor to the celebrations. The final test, however, will be the actual celebration itself. If the orcs who come to Anvil are successful in creating something iconic that enjoys the popular support of the nation then it will be embraced far and wide, and become a regular tradition among the Imperial Orcs.		There is still time for discussion. Discussion with the [[egregores\|egregore]] is one place to start, as might be [[statement of principle\|statements]] in the National Assembly encouraging a certain tenor to the celebrations. The final test, however, will be the actual celebration itself. If the orcs who come to Anvil are successful in creating something iconic that enjoys the popular support of the nation then it will be embraced far and wide, and become a regular tradition among the Imperial Orcs.
	{{SOP\|statement=Varushka's virtue shines across the Empire yet it is tarnished by an unvirtuous legacy of slavery. It is the ambition of the seekers of the woven path to address this legacy and rectify it. Courage teaches us to face unwelcome truths. We have spoken to our cousins, the Imperial orcs, and are guided now by the Wisdom and pride of Bloodcrow Udoo. The national assembly of Varushka charge the people of the Nation to follow Bloodcrow Udoo and the woven path; return the remains of all orcs who perished in chains in Varushka. Deliver them to Skarsind. Show loyalty, Return them home.\|by=Yevshanka\|vote=Primacy 234-0\|when=Spring Equinox 383YE}}		{{SOP\|statement=Varushka's virtue shines across the Empire yet it is tarnished by an unvirtuous legacy of slavery. It is the ambition of the seekers of the woven path to address this legacy and rectify it. Courage teaches us to face unwelcome truths. We have spoken to our cousins, the Imperial orcs, and are guided now by the Wisdom and pride of Bloodcrow Udoo. The national assembly of Varushka charge the people of the Nation to follow Bloodcrow Udoo and the woven path; return the remains of all orcs who perished in chains in Varushka. Deliver them to Skarsind. Show loyalty, Return them home.\|by=Yevshanka\|vote=Primacy 234-0\|when=Spring Equinox 383YE}}

	==Bones in the Earth==		==Bones in the Earth==
	* '''A Varushkan statement of principle has prompted interest in how the Varushkans might help the Imperial Orcs'''		* '''A Varushkan statement of principle has prompted interest in how the Varushkans might help the Imperial Orcs'''

Twiggy at 01:23, 18 July 2025

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	The problem is of course the cost. The Ossuary would cost 60 wains of white granite, 120 crowns in labour costs, and take six months to complete. The Illarawm are penniless, they have nothing they can contribute and the Imperial Orcs have no bourse resources of their own to call on. Where then might 60 wains of white granite be found?		The problem is of course the cost. The Ossuary would cost 60 wains of white granite, 120 crowns in labour costs, and take six months to complete. The Illarawm are penniless, they have nothing they can contribute and the Imperial Orcs have no bourse resources of their own to call on. Where then might 60 wains of white granite be found?

	No-one wants to come out and suggest that the Varushkans build the whole thing... but the truth is they could if they wanted to. Varushka lacks the monetary wealth of the League or the rich fertile lands of the Marches, but it is the richest nation in the Empire for resources. There is a reason people choose to remain in this dark land. If the Assembly ~~truely~~ feels that Varushka should ~~adress~~ the Empire's legacy of slavery then what better way to discharge that debt than to actually help the Imperial Orcs right now? Why not work with them to build the Ossuary the Illarawm sect is so keen on? Or if not that, then the grand smithy of the [[Hard_times_come_again_no_more#The_Ethengraw\|Ethengraw]], or the palace of flowers the [[Hard_times_come_again_no_more#The_Yerende\|Yerende]] are talking about?		No-one wants to come out and suggest that the Varushkans build the whole thing... but the truth is they could if they wanted to. Varushka lacks the monetary wealth of the League or the rich fertile lands of the Marches, but it is the richest nation in the Empire for resources. There is a reason people choose to remain in this dark land. If the Assembly truly feels that Varushka should address the Empire's legacy of slavery then what better way to discharge that debt than to actually help the Imperial Orcs right now? Why not work with them to build the Ossuary the Illarawm sect is so keen on? Or if not that, then the grand smithy of the [[Hard_times_come_again_no_more#The_Ethengraw\|Ethengraw]], or the palace of flowers the [[Hard_times_come_again_no_more#The_Yerende\|Yerende]] are talking about?

	Helping the Imperial Orcs strengthen their nation by incorporating one of the septs of Ossium feels like a significantly more useful thing to do that focusing on old bones and buried guilt. Much better to bury the hatchet once and for all and demonstrate that the Varushkas and the Imperial Orcs have a future together as friends and allies. After-all Varushka and the Imperial Orcs are neighbours now - and it's good for neighbours to be close. Especially when night falls.		Helping the Imperial Orcs strengthen their nation by incorporating one of the septs of Ossium feels like a significantly more useful thing to do that focusing on old bones and buried guilt. Much better to bury the hatchet once and for all and demonstrate that the Varushkas and the Imperial Orcs have a future together as friends and allies. After-all Varushka and the Imperial Orcs are neighbours now - and it's good for neighbours to be close. Especially when night falls.

Twiggy at 01:03, 18 July 2025

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	Less popular is the way the judgement seems to single out Varushka. Many Varushkans find it tiresome to be repeatedly portrayed as the only people in the Empire who practiced slavery. The plain facts are that the rest of the Empire was no different - ''every'' nation other than the [[The Brass Coast\|Freeborn]] kept orcs as slaves for centuries. The [[farm\|farms]] of [[Wintermark]], and [[the Marches]], the fighting pits of [[the League]], and the [[forest\|forests]] of [[Dawn]] and [[Navarr]] were all worked by orc slaves just as much as the Varushkan [[mine\|mines]] were. Even the [[Urizen]] kept slaves - not every job can be done by [[Urizen_economic_interests#Ushabti\|ushabti]] and not every spire has magicians to spare to oversee their operation. It's not just the Empire either for that matter, the Varushkans fought brutal wars with the [[Druj]], the [[Thule]] and the other antecedents of the Imperial Orcs all of whom took every opportunity to enslave the enemies they defeated.		Less popular is the way the judgement seems to single out Varushka. Many Varushkans find it tiresome to be repeatedly portrayed as the only people in the Empire who practiced slavery. The plain facts are that the rest of the Empire was no different - ''every'' nation other than the [[The Brass Coast\|Freeborn]] kept orcs as slaves for centuries. The [[farm\|farms]] of [[Wintermark]], and [[the Marches]], the fighting pits of [[the League]], and the [[forest\|forests]] of [[Dawn]] and [[Navarr]] were all worked by orc slaves just as much as the Varushkan [[mine\|mines]] were. Even the [[Urizen]] kept slaves - not every job can be done by [[Urizen_economic_interests#Ushabti\|ushabti]] and not every spire has magicians to spare to oversee their operation. It's not just the Empire either for that matter, the Varushkans fought brutal wars with the [[Druj]], the [[Thule]] and the other antecedents of the Imperial Orcs all of whom took every opportunity to enslave the enemies they defeated.

	But every ~~civilized~~ person now accepts that slavery was wrong, and there is genuine enthusiasm for the idea of finding a way to make amends, even if it rankles some to see the Varushkans singled out. There is however some concern about the idea of digging up the bones of those who have been dead for decades or even centuries. There is an absolute mountain of human and orc remains out there, many of them buried in unmarked graves. Is it right to disturb those graves - assuming they could even be located - to move the bones to a place none of those orcs ever even heard of? Worse, in Varushka in particular it is ''incredibly dangerous'' to go digging up graves especially when those buried in them might be angry, or vengeful. Sometimes it is best to leave the past buried, as the Wise Ones say.		But every civilised person now accepts that slavery was wrong, and there is genuine enthusiasm for the idea of finding a way to make amends, even if it rankles some to see the Varushkans singled out. There is however some concern about the idea of digging up the bones of those who have been dead for decades or even centuries. There is an absolute mountain of human and orc remains out there, many of them buried in unmarked graves. Is it right to disturb those graves - assuming they could even be located - to move the bones to a place none of those orcs ever even heard of? Worse, in Varushka in particular it is ''incredibly dangerous'' to go digging up graves especially when those buried in them might be angry, or vengeful. Sometimes it is best to leave the past buried, as the Wise Ones say.

	Of course Yevanshka and Bloodcrow Udoo will know what they are doing and will almost certainly be able to exhume the remains of scores of orcs without disturbing more than a handful of dark powers. But most people are looking for a simple way to demonstrate their friendship with the Imperial Orcs, something a little easier, a little... safer. But also, arguably, something a little more expensive. You can't pay for lives with coin, but the Wintermarkers know what they're doing when they send a [[mediator]] to settle a blood feud. If people actually want to demonstrate genuine remorse, if they want to prove their regret, if they want to take real action to make amends, then they put their money where their mouth is.		Of course Yevanshka and Bloodcrow Udoo will know what they are doing and will almost certainly be able to exhume the remains of scores of orcs without disturbing more than a handful of dark powers. But most people are looking for a simple way to demonstrate their friendship with the Imperial Orcs, something a little easier, a little... safer. But also, arguably, something a little more expensive. You can't pay for lives with coin, but the Wintermarkers know what they're doing when they send a [[mediator]] to settle a blood feud. If people actually want to demonstrate genuine remorse, if they want to prove their regret, if they want to take real action to make amends, then they put their money where their mouth is.

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	Put simply, the Tamazi consider themselves to be a single, albeit large, very extended family.		Put simply, the Tamazi consider themselves to be a single, albeit large, very extended family.

	The relationship they have with the spirits of their ancestors has some echoes of the Axou near-worship of their forebears, and maintaining ties to those ancestors who hold memories of a time before their descendants were enslaved. Many of them carry bones that came from a revered ancestor, handed down one to another over generations. Some of these bones are apparently very old. Indeed, the Tamazi seem to take a particular pleasure in making ornamentation and decoration out of bones - most have ~~jewelry~~ of scrimshawed or painted bone (sometimes orc, more often animal in origin). They are especially fond of [[dragonbone]], eschewing materials such as gold, silver, [[orichalcum]], or [[weltsilver]] to make their decorations.		The relationship they have with the spirits of their ancestors has some echoes of the Axou near-worship of their forebears, and maintaining ties to those ancestors who hold memories of a time before their descendants were enslaved. Many of them carry bones that came from a revered ancestor, handed down one to another over generations. Some of these bones are apparently very old. Indeed, the Tamazi seem to take a particular pleasure in making ornamentation and decoration out of bones - most have jewellery of scrimshawed or painted bone (sometimes orc, more often animal in origin). They are especially fond of [[dragonbone]], eschewing materials such as gold, silver, [[orichalcum]], or [[weltsilver]] to make their decorations.

	The egregore is here, alongside the other Imperial Orcs, talking to the newcomers and patiently answering their questions. There's something about the Tamazi that makes them much less resistant to the idea of joining the Imperial Orcs than the septs of Ossium. Each night when the caravans rest, dozens of them become part of the nation, inspired by their guides, and welcomed by their new siblings. Like any Imperial Orc, they want many different things. Some of them plan to settle in Gildenheim. Craving the familiarity of a city, they are full of enthusiasm for one where they will be accepted as equals. Some of them, by contrast, are enthused about the idea of getting ''away'' from cities and carving out new homes for themselves; building for their own future rather than at the command of human masters. When these latter orcs learn that any Imperial citizen who serves two years in the Imperial armies receives a good plot of land, there is understandably quite a lot of interest.		The egregore is here, alongside the other Imperial Orcs, talking to the newcomers and patiently answering their questions. There's something about the Tamazi that makes them much less resistant to the idea of joining the Imperial Orcs than the septs of Ossium. Each night when the caravans rest, dozens of them become part of the nation, inspired by their guides, and welcomed by their new siblings. Like any Imperial Orc, they want many different things. Some of them plan to settle in Gildenheim. Craving the familiarity of a city, they are full of enthusiasm for one where they will be accepted as equals. Some of them, by contrast, are enthused about the idea of getting ''away'' from cities and carving out new homes for themselves; building for their own future rather than at the command of human masters. When these latter orcs learn that any Imperial citizen who serves two years in the Imperial armies receives a good plot of land, there is understandably quite a lot of interest.
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	===Bonecarvers===		===Bonecarvers===
	* '''The bonecarvers are Tamazi magicians who practice ritual magic and creating bone amulets'''		* '''The bonecarvers are Tamazi magicians who practice ritual magic and creating bone amulets'''
	The bonecarvers are all part of a small sect among the Axos orcs whose magical abilities far outstrip those of their peers. They are treated with great respect by the other Tamazi. While all the Tamazi favour bone ~~jewelry~~ or amulets, the bonecarvers are notable in that they bedeck themselves in amulets and talismans of carved or painted bone. Most of them are adept at making small charms and amulets out of bone; beautiful pieces of art for the most part but some of them infused with [[dragonbone]] possess [[magic items\|magical powers]].		The bonecarvers are all part of a small sect among the Axos orcs whose magical abilities far outstrip those of their peers. They are treated with great respect by the other Tamazi. While all the Tamazi favour bone jewellery or amulets, the bonecarvers are notable in that they bedeck themselves in amulets and talismans of carved or painted bone. Most of them are adept at making small charms and amulets out of bone; beautiful pieces of art for the most part but some of them infused with [[dragonbone]] possess [[magic items\|magical powers]].

	At first, it seems they're spiritual leaders akin to priests or perhaps [[shamans]]. Once the Tamazi feel more comfortable with the Imperial Orcs, however, the truth becomes clear. Most of them are indeed shaman but the real reason they are so respected is that they are accomplished wizards and repositories of magical lore stretching back to the days before the coming of the humans. Their magic is still quite limited compared to that of the Imperial Orcs, and focuses around subtle protection and healing, with a strong flavour of the ''necromantia'' about it. Several of their rituals were used to protect their people from the ghosts and unliving threats of the Axos undercity, with one of the most potent being similar to the [[Hold Back Frozen Hunger]] but with a much longer duration. Another that they speak of in guarded tones is the ability to send a "bound ghost" to deliver a message, allowing the Tamazi to keep contact with their peers in other citadels without the Axou being any the wiser.		At first, it seems they're spiritual leaders akin to priests or perhaps [[shamans]]. Once the Tamazi feel more comfortable with the Imperial Orcs, however, the truth becomes clear. Most of them are indeed shaman but the real reason they are so respected is that they are accomplished wizards and repositories of magical lore stretching back to the days before the coming of the humans. Their magic is still quite limited compared to that of the Imperial Orcs, and focuses around subtle protection and healing, with a strong flavour of the ''necromantia'' about it. Several of their rituals were used to protect their people from the ghosts and unliving threats of the Axos undercity, with one of the most potent being similar to the [[Hold Back Frozen Hunger]] but with a much longer duration. Another that they speak of in guarded tones is the ability to send a "bound ghost" to deliver a message, allowing the Tamazi to keep contact with their peers in other citadels without the Axou being any the wiser.

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The Tamazi

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	==The Tamazi==		==The Tamazi==
	* '''The former orc slaves of Axos call themselves the ''Tamazi'''''		* '''The former orc slaves of Axos call themselves the ''Tamazi'''''
	These new orcs are a very different proposition to ~~the~~ the Liberated, the former soldiers and gladiators of Mareave, and the [[Hard_times_come_again_no_more#The_Septs\|septs of Ossium]]. For a start, they have already been [[The_risk-all_point#Orcs\|technically free]] for almost a year by the time the Empire arrives. They're also a lot more used to cities than even many of the Imperial Orcs - the vast majority of them lived in one of the four remaining citadels as servants and menial labourers. For many this is the first time they have not been within sight of stone walls, or under slate roofs, and quite a few evidence unease and even anxiety during the long sea voyage, preferring to stay below decks. Just as many seem to revel in the chance to see something new, and have to be asked to stop distracting the mariners with their constant questions. One Dawnish sailor comments that it is like having a League citizen away from home for the first time, only they're an orc and they don't go on and on about the theatre. The joke spreads ship to ship.		These new orcs are a very different proposition to the Liberated, the former soldiers and gladiators of Mareave, and the [[Hard_times_come_again_no_more#The_Septs\|septs of Ossium]]. For a start, they have already been [[The_risk-all_point#Orcs\|technically free]] for almost a year by the time the Empire arrives. They're also a lot more used to cities than even many of the Imperial Orcs - the vast majority of them lived in one of the four remaining citadels as servants and menial labourers. For many this is the first time they have not been within sight of stone walls, or under slate roofs, and quite a few evidence unease and even anxiety during the long sea voyage, preferring to stay below decks. Just as many seem to revel in the chance to see something new, and have to be asked to stop distracting the mariners with their constant questions. One Dawnish sailor comments that it is like having a League citizen away from home for the first time, only they're an orc and they don't go on and on about the theatre. The joke spreads ship to ship.

	Reaching the Empire, there are plenty of guides to help them make the long trek overland to [[Skarsind]]. The ox-cart vendors of Sarvos do a roaring trade in the month after the first former Axos orcs arrive, and caravans heading toward Temeschwar are swollen with orcs, both Imperial and otherwise. During this journey, the Imperial Orcs escorting them get their first chance to really get to know the newcomer orcs.		Reaching the Empire, there are plenty of guides to help them make the long trek overland to [[Skarsind]]. The ox-cart vendors of Sarvos do a roaring trade in the month after the first former Axos orcs arrive, and caravans heading toward Temeschwar are swollen with orcs, both Imperial and otherwise. During this journey, the Imperial Orcs escorting them get their first chance to really get to know the newcomer orcs.

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Hailmur at 12:22, 11 April 2024

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	==The Tamazi==		==The Tamazi==
	* '''The former orc slaves of Axos call themselves the ''Tamazi'''''		* '''The former orc slaves of Axos call themselves the ''Tamazi'''''
	These new orcs are a very different proposition to the the [[Liberated]], the former soldiers and gladiators of Mareave, and the [[Hard_times_come_again_no_more#The_Septs\|septs of Ossium]]. For a start, they have already been [[The_risk-all_point#Orcs\|technically free]] for almost a year by the time the Empire arrives. They're also a lot more used to cities than even many of the Imperial Orcs - the vast majority of them lived in one of the four remaining citadels as servants and menial labourers. For many this is the first time they have not been withing sight of stone walls, or under slate roofs, and quite a few evidence unease and even anxiety during the long sea voyage, preferring to stay below decks. Just as many seem to revel in the chance to see something new, and have to be asked to stop distracting the mariners with their constant questions. One Dawnish sailor comments that it is like having a League citizen away from home for the first time, only they're an orc and they don't go on and on about the theatre. The joke spreads ship to ship.		These new orcs are a very different proposition to the the Liberated, the former soldiers and gladiators of Mareave, and the [[Hard_times_come_again_no_more#The_Septs\|septs of Ossium]]. For a start, they have already been [[The_risk-all_point#Orcs\|technically free]] for almost a year by the time the Empire arrives. They're also a lot more used to cities than even many of the Imperial Orcs - the vast majority of them lived in one of the four remaining citadels as servants and menial labourers. For many this is the first time they have not been withing sight of stone walls, or under slate roofs, and quite a few evidence unease and even anxiety during the long sea voyage, preferring to stay below decks. Just as many seem to revel in the chance to see something new, and have to be asked to stop distracting the mariners with their constant questions. One Dawnish sailor comments that it is like having a League citizen away from home for the first time, only they're an orc and they don't go on and on about the theatre. The joke spreads ship to ship.

	Reaching the Empire, there are plenty of guides to help them make the long trek overland to [[Skarsind]]. The ox-cart vendors of Sarvos do a roaring trade in the month after the first former Axos orcs arrive, and caravans heading toward Temeschwar are swollen with orcs, both Imperial and otherwise. During this journey, the Imperial Orcs escorting them get their first chance to really get to know the newcomer orcs.		Reaching the Empire, there are plenty of guides to help them make the long trek overland to [[Skarsind]]. The ox-cart vendors of Sarvos do a roaring trade in the month after the first former Axos orcs arrive, and caravans heading toward Temeschwar are swollen with orcs, both Imperial and otherwise. During this journey, the Imperial Orcs escorting them get their first chance to really get to know the newcomer orcs.

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	"''We'' have some odd ideas about religion?" he chuckled. "You should meet some of our neighbours!" </ic>		"''We'' have some odd ideas about religion?" he chuckled. "You should meet some of our neighbours!" </ic>
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	==Overview==		==Overview==

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	* '''A small number of human former slaves have also taken advantage of the rescue effort'''		* '''A small number of human former slaves have also taken advantage of the rescue effort'''
	* '''The Citadels of Axos are not best pleased'''		* '''The Citadels of Axos are not best pleased'''
	Just shy of a hundred-and-twenty Imperial fleet captains took the challenge of the Imperial Orcs and sailed to Axos following the Winter Solstice on a mission of mercy. Every single nation was represented by at least one captain, with the Brass Coast and Navarr making a particularly strong showing. These ships visited not only the docks at the Towers of Kantor and the Chambers of Issyk, but also the less accessible docks beneath the Halls of Maykop. While most ships travelled with trade goods to sell on the docks, they did not seek to fill their holds for the return journey. They were not truly there to trade, but to offer the orc "citizens" of Axos refuge in the Empire whether the ~~Illes~~ and ~~illarchs~~ liked it or not.		Just shy of a hundred-and-twenty Imperial fleet captains took the challenge of the Imperial Orcs and sailed to Axos following the Winter Solstice on a mission of mercy. Every single nation was represented by at least one captain, with the Brass Coast and Navarr making a particularly strong showing. These ships visited not only the docks at the Towers of Kantor and the Chambers of Issyk, but also the less accessible docks beneath the Halls of Maykop. While most ships travelled with trade goods to sell on the docks, they did not seek to fill their holds for the return journey. They were not truly there to trade, but to offer the orc "citizens" of Axos refuge in the Empire whether the Iles and ilarchs liked it or not.

	With many of these fleets sailed reavers and preachers, there to offer the sanctuary of Skarsind to their fellow orcs. The expectation was that they would need to hunt out the orcs, to spread news of the opportunity to escape Axos. In the end, there was no need.		With many of these fleets sailed reavers and preachers, there to offer the sanctuary of Skarsind to their fellow orcs. The expectation was that they would need to hunt out the orcs, to spread news of the opportunity to escape Axos. In the end, there was no need.
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	<tr><td>Sven</td><td>Wintermark</td></tr>		<tr><td>Sven</td><td>Wintermark</td></tr>
	</table></div>		</table></div>
	There were a few altercations, where Axou soldiers tried to disperse the crowds on the docks, but the presence of so many Imperial witnesses obviously made the ~~illarchs~~ cautious. While the Liberty Pact does not demand that a nation treat its citizens well, there is no doubt that fear of what the Imperial captains might report made the masters of the citadels cautious.		There were a few altercations, where Axou soldiers tried to disperse the crowds on the docks, but the presence of so many Imperial witnesses obviously made the ilarchs cautious. While the Liberty Pact does not demand that a nation treat its citizens well, there is no doubt that fear of what the Imperial captains might report made the masters of the citadels cautious.

	As the season drew to an end, and the last few Imperial ships left the docks of Axos with their living cargo, a significant number of Commonwealth ships turned up on their own mission of mercy - only to find that there was almost nobody left to rescue. Rather than being annoyed by their wasted journey, the Commonwealth ship captains seemed surprisingly pleased that the Empire had taken its own steps to deal with their neighbouring nation. While most of the captains (and their attendant marines) set off on the long journey home, a number were inspired to come visit the Empire - putting them in the perfect position to [[Struggle_with_the_sea#Diplomacy\|assist the evacuation of Feroz]] should the call come.		As the season drew to an end, and the last few Imperial ships left the docks of Axos with their living cargo, a significant number of Commonwealth ships turned up on their own mission of mercy - only to find that there was almost nobody left to rescue. Rather than being annoyed by their wasted journey, the Commonwealth ship captains seemed surprisingly pleased that the Empire had taken its own steps to deal with their neighbouring nation. While most of the captains (and their attendant marines) set off on the long journey home, a number were inspired to come visit the Empire - putting them in the perfect position to [[Struggle_with_the_sea#Diplomacy\|assist the evacuation of Feroz]] should the call come.
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	==The Tamazi==		==The Tamazi==
	* '''The former orc slaves of Axos call themselves the ''Tamazi'''''		* '''The former orc slaves of Axos call themselves the ''Tamazi'''''
	These new orcs are a very different proposition to the the Liberated, the former soldiers and gladiators of Mareave, and the [[Hard_times_come_again_no_more#The_Septs\|septs of Ossium]]. For a start, they have already been [[The_risk-all_point#Orcs\|technically free]] for almost a year by the time the Empire arrives. They're also a lot more used to cities than even many of the Imperial Orcs - the vast majority of them lived in one of the four remaining citadels as servants and menial labourers. For many this is the first time they have not been ~~withing~~ sight of stone walls, or under slate roofs, and quite a few evidence unease and even anxiety during the long sea voyage, preferring to stay below decks. Just as many seem to revel in the chance to see something new, and have to be asked to stop distracting the mariners with their constant questions. One Dawnish sailor comments that it is like having a League citizen away from home for the first time, only they're an orc and they don't go on and on about the theatre. The joke spreads ship to ship.		These new orcs are a very different proposition to the the Liberated, the former soldiers and gladiators of Mareave, and the [[Hard_times_come_again_no_more#The_Septs\|septs of Ossium]]. For a start, they have already been [[The_risk-all_point#Orcs\|technically free]] for almost a year by the time the Empire arrives. They're also a lot more used to cities than even many of the Imperial Orcs - the vast majority of them lived in one of the four remaining citadels as servants and menial labourers. For many this is the first time they have not been within sight of stone walls, or under slate roofs, and quite a few evidence unease and even anxiety during the long sea voyage, preferring to stay below decks. Just as many seem to revel in the chance to see something new, and have to be asked to stop distracting the mariners with their constant questions. One Dawnish sailor comments that it is like having a League citizen away from home for the first time, only they're an orc and they don't go on and on about the theatre. The joke spreads ship to ship.

	Reaching the Empire, there are plenty of guides to help them make the long trek overland to [[Skarsind]]. The ox-cart vendors of Sarvos do a roaring trade in the month after the first former Axos orcs arrive, and caravans heading toward Temeschwar are swollen with orcs, both Imperial and otherwise. During this journey, the Imperial Orcs escorting them get their first chance to really get to know the newcomer orcs.		Reaching the Empire, there are plenty of guides to help them make the long trek overland to [[Skarsind]]. The ox-cart vendors of Sarvos do a roaring trade in the month after the first former Axos orcs arrive, and caravans heading toward Temeschwar are swollen with orcs, both Imperial and otherwise. During this journey, the Imperial Orcs escorting them get their first chance to really get to know the newcomer orcs.
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	Put simply, the Tamazi consider themselves to be a single, albeit large, very extended family.		Put simply, the Tamazi consider themselves to be a single, albeit large, very extended family.

	The relationship they have with the spirits of their ancestors has some echoes of the Axou near-worship of their forebears, and maintaining ties to those ancestors who hold memories of a time before their descendants were enslaved. Many of them carry bones that came from a revered ancestor, handed down one to another over generations. Some of these bones are apparently very old. Indeed, the Tamazi seem to take a particular pleasure in making ornamentation and ~~decaration~~ out of bones - most have jewelry of scrimshawed or painted bone (sometimes orc, more often animal in origin). They are especially fond of [[dragonbone]], eschewing materials such as gold, silver, [[orichalcum]], or [[weltsilver]] to make their decorations.		The relationship they have with the spirits of their ancestors has some echoes of the Axou near-worship of their forebears, and maintaining ties to those ancestors who hold memories of a time before their descendants were enslaved. Many of them carry bones that came from a revered ancestor, handed down one to another over generations. Some of these bones are apparently very old. Indeed, the Tamazi seem to take a particular pleasure in making ornamentation and decoration out of bones - most have jewelry of scrimshawed or painted bone (sometimes orc, more often animal in origin). They are especially fond of [[dragonbone]], eschewing materials such as gold, silver, [[orichalcum]], or [[weltsilver]] to make their decorations.

	The egregore is here, alongside the other Imperial Orcs, talking to the newcomers and patiently answering their questions. There's something about the Tamazi that makes them much less resistant to the idea of joining the Imperial Orcs than the septs of Ossium. Each night when the caravans rest, dozens of them become part of the nation, inspired by their guides, and welcomed by their new siblings. Like any Imperial Orc, they want many different things. Some of them plan to settle in Gildenheim. Craving the familiarity of a city, they are full of enthusiasm for one where they will be accepted as equals. Some of them, by contrast, are enthused about the idea of getting ''away'' from cities and carving out new homes for themselves; building for their own future rather than at the command of human masters. When these latter orcs learn that any Imperial citizen who serves two years in the Imperial armies receives a good plot of land, there is understandably quite a lot of interest.		The egregore is here, alongside the other Imperial Orcs, talking to the newcomers and patiently answering their questions. There's something about the Tamazi that makes them much less resistant to the idea of joining the Imperial Orcs than the septs of Ossium. Each night when the caravans rest, dozens of them become part of the nation, inspired by their guides, and welcomed by their new siblings. Like any Imperial Orc, they want many different things. Some of them plan to settle in Gildenheim. Craving the familiarity of a city, they are full of enthusiasm for one where they will be accepted as equals. Some of them, by contrast, are enthused about the idea of getting ''away'' from cities and carving out new homes for themselves; building for their own future rather than at the command of human masters. When these latter orcs learn that any Imperial citizen who serves two years in the Imperial armies receives a good plot of land, there is understandably quite a lot of interest.
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	At first, it seems they're spiritual leaders akin to priests or perhaps [[shamans]]. Once the Tamazi feel more comfortable with the Imperial Orcs, however, the truth becomes clear. Most of them are indeed shaman but the real reason they are so respected is that they are accomplished wizards and repositories of magical lore stretching back to the days before the coming of the humans. Their magic is still quite limited compared to that of the Imperial Orcs, and focuses around subtle protection and healing, with a strong flavour of the ''necromantia'' about it. Several of their rituals were used to protect their people from the ghosts and unliving threats of the Axos undercity, with one of the most potent being similar to the [[Hold Back Frozen Hunger]] but with a much longer duration. Another that they speak of in guarded tones is the ability to send a "bound ghost" to deliver a message, allowing the Tamazi to keep contact with their peers in other citadels without the Axou being any the wiser.		At first, it seems they're spiritual leaders akin to priests or perhaps [[shamans]]. Once the Tamazi feel more comfortable with the Imperial Orcs, however, the truth becomes clear. Most of them are indeed shaman but the real reason they are so respected is that they are accomplished wizards and repositories of magical lore stretching back to the days before the coming of the humans. Their magic is still quite limited compared to that of the Imperial Orcs, and focuses around subtle protection and healing, with a strong flavour of the ''necromantia'' about it. Several of their rituals were used to protect their people from the ghosts and unliving threats of the Axos undercity, with one of the most potent being similar to the [[Hold Back Frozen Hunger]] but with a much longer duration. Another that they speak of in guarded tones is the ability to send a "bound ghost" to deliver a message, allowing the Tamazi to keep contact with their peers in other citadels without the Axou being any the wiser.

	The bonecarvers claim that while some of these rituals were learnt in secret from Axou libraries, the others were handed down to them by their ancestors. Between them they apparently know several rituals that they have never performed due to fear of the magically adept Axou discovering them, taking their secrets, and executing them. For the moment, none of the bonecarvers have joined the nation; although they are not hostile to the idea they are biding their time. Given time, and given good enough reason to trust the orcs of Skarsind, however, and it is entirely possible they would become Imperial Orcs in their own rights,and then perhaps share their knowledge with their new nation.		The bonecarvers claim that while some of these rituals were learnt in secret from Axou libraries, the others were handed down to them by their ancestors. Between them they apparently know several rituals that they have never performed due to fear of the magically adept Axou discovering them, taking their secrets, and executing them. For the moment, none of the bonecarvers have joined the nation; although they are not hostile to the idea they are biding their time. Given time, and given good enough reason to trust the orcs of Skarsind, however, and it is entirely possible they would become Imperial Orcs in their own rights, and then perhaps share their knowledge with their new nation.

	===The College of Warcasting===		===The College of Warcasting===