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Hailmur: /* Stormcrow */

2023-05-13T15:55:50Z

Stormcrow

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	Inevitably the stormcrows favour those tales that sing to the Wintermark spirit. [[Pride]] and [[Courage]] are prized above all things followed closely by [[Wisdom]]. Tales of [[Ambition]] or [[Prosperity]] are usually reserved for those thanes who seem to be exhibiting an unseemly tendency towards caution or miserliness. In battle, however, at least one stormcrow will endeavour to remain by the side of whoever has command. In this way they seek to remind them that it is a warrior’s place to show Courage, but a thane’s place to show Wisdom.		Inevitably the stormcrows favour those tales that sing to the Wintermark spirit. [[Pride]] and [[Courage]] are prized above all things followed closely by [[Wisdom]]. Tales of [[Ambition]] or [[Prosperity]] are usually reserved for those thanes who seem to be exhibiting an unseemly tendency towards caution or miserliness. In battle, however, at least one stormcrow will endeavour to remain by the side of whoever has command. In this way they seek to remind them that it is a warrior’s place to show Courage, but a thane’s place to show Wisdom.
	{{CaptionedImage\|file=Winter Stormcrow.jpg\|width=250\|caption=Stormcrows push others to live up to the legacy of heroes.\|align=right}}		{{CaptionedImage\|file=Winter Stormcrow.jpg\|width=250\|caption=Stormcrows push others to live up to the legacy of heroes.\|align=right}}
	In Wintermark it is considered a cowardly, childish thing to gossip about the inadequacies or misdeeds of another. Instead the stormcrows serve as a sort of confessor. Anyone can go to them and share a story of a misdeed or failing they have witnessed, and then depart secure in the knowledge that the stormcrow will deal with it. The ~~priest~~ seeks out the truth of the matter and deals with the situation as openly or discreetly as they see fit. When a stormcrow says “''the birds told me''” they mean that someone has confided in the stormcrow. They will not reveal the source. Likewise a person who feels guilty can seek out a stormcrow and confide whatever it is that is prompting the guilty feelings. A stormcrow can lay a penance, and witness the completion of that penance, effectively absolving the person of their shame.		In Wintermark it is considered a cowardly, childish thing to gossip about the inadequacies or misdeeds of another. Instead the stormcrows serve as a sort of confessor. Anyone can go to them and share a story of a misdeed or failing they have witnessed, and then depart secure in the knowledge that the stormcrow will deal with it. The stormcrow seeks out the truth of the matter and deals with the situation as openly or discreetly as they see fit. When a stormcrow says “''the birds told me''” they mean that someone has confided in the stormcrow. They will not reveal the source. Likewise a person who feels guilty can seek out a stormcrow and confide whatever it is that is prompting the guilty feelings. A stormcrow can lay a penance, and witness the completion of that penance, effectively absolving the person of their shame.

	Stormcrows also serve as witnesses to what their people say and do. In Wintermark it is important to carry through on any deed that you have claimed you will do. They have no patience for empty boasting. This embodies the virtue of Courage as well as the idea that it is important not to go back on your skein. Stormcrows fight alongside Winterfolk who have made boasts or claims for their achievements in a coming battle or who have otherwise set themselves a particularly dangerous task. In this the stormcrow serves two important roles. Firstly they can carry back the tale of a good death or vouch for the honesty of accomplishment if a person survives the battle. More importantly a stormcrow knows that by acting as a watcher they can bolster the courage of the person they are watching, helping them to stay true in the face of their fear.		Stormcrows also serve as witnesses to what their people say and do. In Wintermark it is important to carry through on any deed that you have claimed you will do. They have no patience for empty boasting. This embodies the virtue of Courage as well as the idea that it is important not to go back on your skein. Stormcrows fight alongside Winterfolk who have made boasts or claims for their achievements in a coming battle or who have otherwise set themselves a particularly dangerous task. In this the stormcrow serves two important roles. Firstly they can carry back the tale of a good death or vouch for the honesty of accomplishment if a person survives the battle. More importantly a stormcrow knows that by acting as a watcher they can bolster the courage of the person they are watching, helping them to stay true in the face of their fear.

Dre at 19:11, 17 September 2021

2021-09-17T19:11:02Z

Cyph: /* The Frayed */

2021-09-17T16:52:14Z

The Frayed

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	Individuals who make inauspicious choices, committing crimes or making cowardly or greedy decisions that betray the trust of others, lock themselves into an unheroic skein. They incur the contempt of their fellows as their skein carries them towards [[The Labyrinth of Ages and the Paragons and Exemplars\|the Labyrinth of Ages]] with their souls stained by their actions. They are called the frayed, a reference to the way their choices have damaged their skein. Wintermark heroes who are convicted of serious crimes, or individuals who feel great guilt over a personal failing, become frayed.		Individuals who make inauspicious choices, committing crimes or making cowardly or greedy decisions that betray the trust of others, lock themselves into an unheroic skein. They incur the contempt of their fellows as their skein carries them towards [[The Labyrinth of Ages and the Paragons and Exemplars\|the Labyrinth of Ages]] with their souls stained by their actions. They are called the frayed, a reference to the way their choices have damaged their skein. Wintermark heroes who are convicted of serious crimes, or individuals who feel great guilt over a personal failing, become frayed.

	For the frayed to restore their skein to a heroic path takes a great deal of effort and wisdom; for most warriors battle is their only opportunity to achieve this. Here the frayed fight alongside a warband rather than as part of it and seek out the most dangerous fights in the hope of redeeming themselves. Those who do so and survive may eventually ~~rejoin~~ their warband. If they became frayed due to committing a crime, then it is never mentioned again once their sentence is complete. Those who have not have been able to redeem themselves through acts of bravery and valour continue to fight as a frayed until they prove themselves or die.		For the frayed to restore their skein to a heroic path takes a great deal of effort and wisdom; for most warriors battle is their only opportunity to achieve this. Here the frayed fight alongside a warband rather than as part of it and seek out the most dangerous fights in the hope of redeeming themselves. Those who do so and survive may eventually re-join their warband. If they became frayed due to committing a crime, then it is never mentioned again once their sentence is complete. Those who have not have been able to redeem themselves through acts of bravery and valour continue to fight as a frayed until they prove themselves or die.

	It is common for several frayed to fight together in battle to improve the chances of all and some groups of frayed take an oath to continue to fight together as a warband until all have proven themselves. If worthy, such bands often attract a stormcrow, who fights with the band even though they are not frayed. The stormcrow provide spiritual guidance as well as witnessing their efforts to redeem themselves.		It is common for several frayed to fight together in battle to improve the chances of all and some groups of frayed take an oath to continue to fight together as a warband until all have proven themselves. If worthy, such bands often attract a stormcrow, who fights with the band even though they are not frayed. The stormcrow provide spiritual guidance as well as witnessing their efforts to redeem themselves.
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	<quote by="Wayfarer Malachi in Epistles to the Winds of Virtue, 12 BE">The Winterfolk are, by nature, a virtuous people and their Stormcrows were teaching about Pride and Courage long before we arrived. Our words about the reincarnation of souls were also accepted as confirmation of truths already known to them. Their superstitions around birds are misguided, but I sense no idolatry here; merely the lingering traces of older traditions from less enlightened times.</quote>		<quote by="Wayfarer Malachi in Epistles to the Winds of Virtue, 12 BE">The Winterfolk are, by nature, a virtuous people and their Stormcrows were teaching about Pride and Courage long before we arrived. Our words about the reincarnation of souls were also accepted as confirmation of truths already known to them. Their superstitions around birds are misguided, but I sense no idolatry here; merely the lingering traces of older traditions from less enlightened times.</quote>
	<box>'''Chronicle of Heroism'''<br>		<box>'''Chronicle of Heroism'''<br>
	During the Summer Solstice 383YE, the Senate voted to support the creation of a "chronicle of heroes", allowing the priests of Wintermark to identify and record the heroic deeds of the scions of the storm. Taking inspiration from the assembly of [[Prosperity]], and their [[Roll of Benefactors]], the chronicle allows the Wintermark National Assembly to add a name to the Chronicle by [[Member_of_the_Synod#Judgement\|raising]] a [[statement of principle]], which must pass with a [[Judgement#Greater_Majority\|greater majority]]. The judgement should include a clear description of the heroic deeds being chronicled, these would be added to the record along with the ~~heroe~~'s name. As always with a statement of principle that receives a greater majority, there is some potential for additional effects.		During the Summer Solstice 383YE, the Senate voted to support the creation of a "chronicle of heroes", allowing the priests of Wintermark to identify and record the heroic deeds of the scions of the storm. Taking inspiration from the assembly of [[Prosperity]], and their [[Roll of Benefactors]], the chronicle allows the Wintermark National Assembly to add a name to the Chronicle by [[Member_of_the_Synod#Judgement\|raising]] a [[statement of principle]], which must pass with a [[Judgement#Greater_Majority\|greater majority]]. The judgement should include a clear description of the heroic deeds being chronicled, these would be added to the record along with the hero's name. As always with a statement of principle that receives a greater majority, there is some potential for additional effects.

	The Chronicle of Heroism is recorded [[Heroism#Chronicle of Heroism\|here]]</box>		The Chronicle of Heroism is recorded [[Heroism#Chronicle of Heroism\|here]]</box>
	<!-- The Chroncile of Heroism text is repeated on the Heroism page -->		<!-- The Chroncile of Heroism text is repeated on the Heroism page -->
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	'''Non-Kallavesi ~~Stromcrows~~'''<br>		'''Non-Kallavesi Stormcrows'''<br>
	Players often ask what costume is appropriate for non-Kallavesi ~~Stormcrows~~. Remember all that is said is that they wear the traditional Kallavesi feathers and a black or grey tattered and layered robe. the main distinction of a ~~Kallavesit Stormcrow~~ specifically is that they will wear a full bird headdress. The tattered and/or layered effect is meant to give the impression of feathers, and this is partly because we recognise that making costume that incorporates a lot of feathers can be tricky to achieve quickly. Instead of a robe, Feathers can be incorporated in other ways, such as a mantle or collar, or as part of a Suaq coat, but the costume should include some black.		Players often ask what costume is appropriate for non-Kallavesi stormcrows. Remember all that is said is that they wear the traditional Kallavesi feathers and a black or grey tattered and layered robe. the main distinction of a Kallavesi stormcrow specifically is that they will wear a full bird headdress. The tattered and/or layered effect is meant to give the impression of feathers, and this is partly because we recognise that making costume that incorporates a lot of feathers can be tricky to achieve quickly. Instead of a robe, Feathers can be incorporated in other ways, such as a mantle or collar, or as part of a Suaq coat, but the costume should include some black.

	Many players want to make sure they retain their Suaq or Steinr identity whilst still appearing to be a Stormcrow, but it is partially by design that ~~Stormcrows~~ are instantly recognisable regardless of their tradition. The point is that Winterfolk are proud, and they need ~~Stormcrows~~ to talk about sensitive matters they don't want to bring up in public - often related to shortcomings of themselves or others. For that reason it is important to be confident that someone is a ~~Stormcrow~~ before they start the conversation. In addition to this ~~Stromcrows~~ are meant o be a watchful presence, that encourages others to virtue by their presence. Further to this, remember the ~~Stormcrow~~ tradition is an evolution of the religious traditions of the Kallavesi, so if the priestly garb of Wintermark has a slightly Kallavesi look, that is again by design.</box>		Many players want to make sure they retain their Suaq or Steinr identity whilst still appearing to be a Stormcrow, but it is partially by design that stormcrows are instantly recognisable regardless of their tradition. The point is that Winterfolk are proud, and they need stormcrows to talk about sensitive matters they don't want to bring up in public - often related to shortcomings of themselves or others. For that reason it is important to be confident that someone is a stormcrow before they start the conversation. In addition to this stormcrows are meant o be a watchful presence, that encourages others to virtue by their presence. Further to this, remember the stormcrow tradition is an evolution of the religious traditions of the Kallavesi, so if the priestly garb of Wintermark has a slightly Kallavesi look, that is again by design.</box>
	{{Wintermark Links}}		{{Wintermark Links}}

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Cathtice at 17:38, 12 August 2021

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	Many players want to make sure they retain their Suaq or Steinr identity whilst still appearing to be a Stormcrow, but it is partially by design that Stormcrows are instantly recognisable regardless of their tradition. The point is that Winterfolk are proud, and they need Stormcrows to talk about sensitive matters they don't want to bring up in public - often related to shortcomings of themselves or others. For that reason it is important to be confident that someone is a Stormcrow before they start the conversation. In addition to this Stromcrows are meant o be a watchful presence, that encourages others to virtue by their presence. Further to this, remember the Stormcrow tradition is an evolution of the religious traditions of the Kallavesi, so if the priestly garb of Wintermark has a slightly Kallavesi look, that is again by design.</box>		Many players want to make sure they retain their Suaq or Steinr identity whilst still appearing to be a Stormcrow, but it is partially by design that Stormcrows are instantly recognisable regardless of their tradition. The point is that Winterfolk are proud, and they need Stormcrows to talk about sensitive matters they don't want to bring up in public - often related to shortcomings of themselves or others. For that reason it is important to be confident that someone is a Stormcrow before they start the conversation. In addition to this Stromcrows are meant o be a watchful presence, that encourages others to virtue by their presence. Further to this, remember the Stormcrow tradition is an evolution of the religious traditions of the Kallavesi, so if the priestly garb of Wintermark has a slightly Kallavesi look, that is again by design.</box>
	{{Wintermark Links}}		{{Wintermark Links}}

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Hastur at 12:41, 4 May 2021

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	Players often ask what costume is appropriate for non-Kallavesi Stormcrows. Remember all that is said is that they wear the traditional Kallavesi feathers and a black or grey tattered and layered robe. the main distinction of a Kallavesit Stormcrow specifically is that they will wear a full bird headdress. The tattered and/or layered effect is meant to give the impression of feathers, and this is partly because we recognise that making costume that incorporates a lot of feathers can be tricky to achieve quickly. Instead of a robe, Feathers can be incorporated in other ways, such as a mantle or collar, or as part of a Suaq coat, but the costume should include some black.		Players often ask what costume is appropriate for non-Kallavesi Stormcrows. Remember all that is said is that they wear the traditional Kallavesi feathers and a black or grey tattered and layered robe. the main distinction of a Kallavesit Stormcrow specifically is that they will wear a full bird headdress. The tattered and/or layered effect is meant to give the impression of feathers, and this is partly because we recognise that making costume that incorporates a lot of feathers can be tricky to achieve quickly. Instead of a robe, Feathers can be incorporated in other ways, such as a mantle or collar, or as part of a Suaq coat, but the costume should include some black.

	Many players want to make sure they retain their Suaq or Steinr identity whilst still appearing to be a Stormcrow, but it is partially by design that Stormcrows are instantly recognisable regardless of their tradition. The point is that Winterfolk are proud, and they need Stormcrows to talk about sensitive matters they don't want to bring up in public - often related to shortcomings of themselves or others. For that reason it is important to be confident that someone is a Stormcrow before they start the conversation. In addition to this Stromcrows are meant o be a watchful presence, that encourages others to virtue by their presence. Further to this, remember the Stormcrow tradition is an evolution of the religious traditions of the Kallavesi ~~tribe~~, so if the priestly garb of Wintermark has a slightly Kallavesi look, that is again by design.</box>		Many players want to make sure they retain their Suaq or Steinr identity whilst still appearing to be a Stormcrow, but it is partially by design that Stormcrows are instantly recognisable regardless of their tradition. The point is that Winterfolk are proud, and they need Stormcrows to talk about sensitive matters they don't want to bring up in public - often related to shortcomings of themselves or others. For that reason it is important to be confident that someone is a Stormcrow before they start the conversation. In addition to this Stromcrows are meant o be a watchful presence, that encourages others to virtue by their presence. Further to this, remember the Stormcrow tradition is an evolution of the religious traditions of the Kallavesi, so if the priestly garb of Wintermark has a slightly Kallavesi look, that is again by design.</box>
	{{Wintermark Links}}		{{Wintermark Links}}

Rafferty at 17:02, 19 February 2020

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	Many players want to make sure they retain their Suaq or Steinr identity whilst still appearing to be a Stormcrow, but it is partially by design that Stormcrows are instantly recognisable regardless of their tradition. The point is that Winterfolk are proud, and they need Stormcrows to talk about sensitive matters they don't want to bring up in public - often related to shortcomings of themselves or others. For that reason it is important to be confident that someone is a Stormcrow before they start the conversation. In addition to this Stromcrows are meant o be a watchful presence, that encourages others to virtue by their presence. Further to this, remember the Stormcrow tradition is an evolution of the religious traditions of the Kallavesi tribe, so if the priestly garb of Wintermark has a slightly Kallavesi look, that is again by design.</box>		Many players want to make sure they retain their Suaq or Steinr identity whilst still appearing to be a Stormcrow, but it is partially by design that Stormcrows are instantly recognisable regardless of their tradition. The point is that Winterfolk are proud, and they need Stormcrows to talk about sensitive matters they don't want to bring up in public - often related to shortcomings of themselves or others. For that reason it is important to be confident that someone is a Stormcrow before they start the conversation. In addition to this Stromcrows are meant o be a watchful presence, that encourages others to virtue by their presence. Further to this, remember the Stormcrow tradition is an evolution of the religious traditions of the Kallavesi tribe, so if the priestly garb of Wintermark has a slightly Kallavesi look, that is again by design.</box>
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Rafferty: /* Stormcrow */

2019-09-26T13:36:02Z

Stormcrow

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	Stormcrows also serve as witnesses to what their people say and do. In Wintermark it is important to carry through on any deed that you have claimed you will do. They have no patience for empty boasting. This embodies the Virtue of Courage as well as the idea that it is important not to go back on your Skein. Stormcrows fight alongside Winterfolk who have made boasts or claims for their achievements in a coming battle or who have otherwise set themselves a particularly dangerous task. In this the stormcrow serves two important roles. Firstly they can carry back the tale of a good death or vouch for the honesty of accomplishment if a person survives the battle. More importantly a stormcrow knows that by acting as a watcher they can bolster the courage of the person they are watching, helping them to stay true in the face of their fear.		Stormcrows also serve as witnesses to what their people say and do. In Wintermark it is important to carry through on any deed that you have claimed you will do. They have no patience for empty boasting. This embodies the Virtue of Courage as well as the idea that it is important not to go back on your Skein. Stormcrows fight alongside Winterfolk who have made boasts or claims for their achievements in a coming battle or who have otherwise set themselves a particularly dangerous task. In this the stormcrow serves two important roles. Firstly they can carry back the tale of a good death or vouch for the honesty of accomplishment if a person survives the battle. More importantly a stormcrow knows that by acting as a watcher they can bolster the courage of the person they are watching, helping them to stay true in the face of their fear.

			During the [[Wintermark_political_leadership#Leading_a_territory\|election]] of the Wintermark [[senator\|senators]], the Stormcrows are also responsible for distributing the coins used as part of the election to the poorest Winterfolk present.
	{{CaptionedImage\|file=Hawkfrost.jpg\|width=400\|caption=The Stormcrows must sometimes be hard.\|align=left}}		{{CaptionedImage\|file=Hawkfrost.jpg\|width=400\|caption=The Stormcrows must sometimes be hard.\|align=left}}

	==The Frayed==		==The Frayed==
	Individuals who make inauspicious choices, committing crimes or making cowardly or greedy decisions that betray the trust of others, lock themselves into an unheroic skein. They incur the contempt of their fellows as their skein carries them towards [[The Labyrinth of Ages and the Paragons and Exemplars\|the Labyrinth of Ages]] with their souls stained by their actions. They are called the frayed, a reference to the way their choices have damaged their skein. Wintermark heroes who are convicted of serious crimes, or individuals who feel great guilt over a personal failing, become frayed.		Individuals who make inauspicious choices, committing crimes or making cowardly or greedy decisions that betray the trust of others, lock themselves into an unheroic skein. They incur the contempt of their fellows as their skein carries them towards [[The Labyrinth of Ages and the Paragons and Exemplars\|the Labyrinth of Ages]] with their souls stained by their actions. They are called the frayed, a reference to the way their choices have damaged their skein. Wintermark heroes who are convicted of serious crimes, or individuals who feel great guilt over a personal failing, become frayed.

Rafferty: Chronicle of Heroism 1

2019-08-19T15:57:42Z

Chronicle of Heroism 1

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	<quote by="Wayfarer Malachi in Epistles to the Winds of Virtue, 12 BE">The Winterfolk are, by nature, a virtuous people and their Stormcrows were teaching about Pride and Courage long before we arrived. Our words about the reincarnation of souls were also accepted as confirmation of truths already known to them. Their superstitions around birds are misguided, but I sense no idolatry here; merely the lingering traces of older traditions from less enlightened times.</quote>		<quote by="Wayfarer Malachi in Epistles to the Winds of Virtue, 12 BE">The Winterfolk are, by nature, a virtuous people and their Stormcrows were teaching about Pride and Courage long before we arrived. Our words about the reincarnation of souls were also accepted as confirmation of truths already known to them. Their superstitions around birds are misguided, but I sense no idolatry here; merely the lingering traces of older traditions from less enlightened times.</quote>
			<box>'''Chronicle of Heroism'''<br>
			During the Summer Solstice 383YE, the Senate voted to support the creation of a "chronicle of heroes", allowing the priests of Wintermark to identify and record the heroic deeds of the scions of the storm. Taking inspiration from the assembly of [[Prosperity]], and their [[Roll of Benefactors]], the chronicle allows the Wintermark National Assembly to add a name to the Chronicle by [[Member_of_the_Synod#Judgement\|raising]] a [[statement of principle]], which must pass with a [[Judgement#Greater_Majority\|greater majority]]. The judgement should include a clear description of the heroic deeds being chronicled, these would be added to the record along with the heroe's name. As always with a statement of principle that receives a greater majority, there is some potential for additional effects.

			The Chronicle of Heroism is recorded [[Heroism#Chronicle of Heroism\|here]]</box>
			<!-- The Chroncile of Heroism text is repeated on the Heroism page -->
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	'''Non-Kallavesi Stromcrows'''<br>		'''Non-Kallavesi Stromcrows'''<br>

Rafferty at 12:54, 13 May 2019

2019-05-13T12:54:43Z

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	Priests in Wintermark are a widely varied group. The three people traditionally tend to favour certain virtues over than others and priests often argue among themselves about the best balance between virtue and heroism for the Winterfolk. In addition to the priests familiar to Imperial citizens, some Winterfolk choose to adopt the calling of the stormcrows.		Priests in Wintermark are a widely varied group. The three people traditionally tend to favour certain virtues over than others and priests often argue among themselves about the best balance between virtue and heroism for the Winterfolk. In addition to the priests familiar to Imperial citizens, some Winterfolk choose to adopt the calling of the stormcrows.
	==Stormcrow==		==Stormcrow==
	~~The priests of Wintermark~~ provide spiritual and moral guidance through the tales of the greatest heroes of the past. ~~Called [[stormcrows]]~~, they wear the ~~traditional~~ [[Wintermark_culture_and_customs#Birds_and_feathers\|Kallavesi feathers]] and a black or grey tattered and layered robe. The stormcrows compose and recite verses which recount the feats of the Paragons and other heroes.		Stormcrows provide spiritual and moral guidance through the tales of the greatest heroes of the past. Regardless of their tradition, they wear the familiar [[Wintermark_culture_and_customs#Birds_and_feathers\|Kallavesi feathers]] and a black or grey tattered and layered robe. The stormcrows compose and recite verses which recount the feats of the Paragons and other heroes.

	A stormcrow provides the moral centre of every hall, pushing them to perform the deeds their souls long to achieve and to live up to the legacy of the heroes who have gone before. Their duties are often very serious, but many also strive to be the heart of the community, providing cheer through the dark winter nights and reminding their fellows of the joys of being alive. A stormcrow might find themselves preaching the need to laugh in the face of death, conducting grand and glorious death rites, or testing their congregation with riddles. Their preaching, rites and riddles often refer to the [[Wintermark_culture_and_customs#Birds_and_feathers\|birds sacred to the Winterfolk.]] Whatever form religious observance takes, it usually ends with music, laughter and feasting.		A stormcrow provides the moral centre of every hall, pushing them to perform the deeds their souls long to achieve and to live up to the legacy of the heroes who have gone before. Their duties are often very serious, but many also strive to be the heart of the community, providing cheer through the dark winter nights and reminding their fellows of the joys of being alive. A stormcrow might find themselves preaching the need to laugh in the face of death, conducting grand and glorious death rites, or testing their congregation with riddles. Their preaching, rites and riddles often refer to the [[Wintermark_culture_and_customs#Birds_and_feathers\|birds sacred to the Winterfolk.]] Whatever form religious observance takes, it usually ends with music, laughter and feasting.

Rafferty at 17:23, 17 March 2018

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	==Overview==		==Overview==
	As with the other Imperial nations, the people of Wintermark embrace [[the Way]]. For centuries before the foundation of the Empire, however, the halls of Wintermark practiced their own spiritual beliefs, rich with ancestor spirits and mysticism. These beliefs have largely fallen out of favour, but along with [[heroism]], some elements of these traditions have endured and become entwined with modern Wintermark practice of the Way.		As with the other Imperial nations, the people of Wintermark embrace [[the Way]]. For centuries before the foundation of the Empire, however, the halls of Wintermark practiced their own spiritual beliefs, rich with ancestor spirits and mysticism. These beliefs have largely fallen out of favour, but along with [[heroism]], some elements of these traditions have endured and become entwined with modern Wintermark practice of the Way.

			Priests in Wintermark are a widely varied group. The three people traditionally tend to favour certain virtues over than others and priests often argue among themselves about the best balance between virtue and heroism for the Winterfolk. In addition to the priests familiar to Imperial citizens, some Winterfolk choose to adopt the calling of the stormcrows.
	==Stormcrow==		==Stormcrow==
	The priests of Wintermark provide spiritual and moral guidance through the tales of the greatest heroes of the past. Called [[stormcrows]], they wear the traditional [[Wintermark_culture_and_customs#Birds_and_feathers\|Kallavesi feathers]] and a black or grey tattered and layered robe. The stormcrows compose and recite verses which recount the feats of the Paragons and other heroes.		The priests of Wintermark provide spiritual and moral guidance through the tales of the greatest heroes of the past. Called [[stormcrows]], they wear the traditional [[Wintermark_culture_and_customs#Birds_and_feathers\|Kallavesi feathers]] and a black or grey tattered and layered robe. The stormcrows compose and recite verses which recount the feats of the Paragons and other heroes.

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	Priests in Wintermark are a widely varied group. The three people traditionally tend to favour certain virtues over than others and priests often argue among themselves about the best balance between virtue and heroism for the Winterfolk. In addition to the priests familiar to Imperial citizens, some Winterfolk choose to adopt the calling of the stormcrows.		Priests in Wintermark are a widely varied group. The three people traditionally tend to favour certain virtues over than others and priests often argue among themselves about the best balance between virtue and heroism for the Winterfolk. In addition to the priests familiar to Imperial citizens, some Winterfolk choose to adopt the calling of the stormcrows.
	==Stormcrow==		==Stormcrow==
	Stormcrows provide spiritual and moral guidance through the tales of the greatest heroes of the past. Regardless of their tradition, they wear the familiar [[Wintermark_culture_and_customs#Birds_and_feathers\|Kallavesi feathers]] and a black or grey tattered and layered robe. The stormcrows compose and recite verses which recount the feats of the ~~Paragons~~ and other heroes.		Stormcrows provide spiritual and moral guidance through the tales of the greatest heroes of the past. Regardless of their tradition, they wear the familiar [[Wintermark_culture_and_customs#Birds_and_feathers\|Kallavesi feathers]] and a black or grey tattered and layered robe. The stormcrows compose and recite verses which recount the feats of the paragons and other heroes.

	A stormcrow provides the moral centre of every hall, pushing them to perform the deeds their souls long to achieve and to live up to the legacy of the heroes who have gone before. Their duties are often very serious, but many also strive to be the heart of the community, providing cheer through the dark winter nights and reminding their fellows of the joys of being alive. A stormcrow might find themselves preaching the need to laugh in the face of death, conducting grand and glorious death rites, or testing their congregation with riddles. Their preaching, rites and riddles often refer to the [[Wintermark_culture_and_customs#Birds_and_feathers\|birds sacred to the Winterfolk.]] Whatever form religious observance takes, it usually ends with music, laughter and feasting.		A stormcrow provides the moral centre of every hall, pushing them to perform the deeds their souls long to achieve and to live up to the legacy of the heroes who have gone before. Their duties are often very serious, but many also strive to be the heart of the community, providing cheer through the dark winter nights and reminding their fellows of the joys of being alive. A stormcrow might find themselves preaching the need to laugh in the face of death, conducting grand and glorious death rites, or testing their congregation with riddles. Their preaching, rites, and riddles often refer to the [[Wintermark_culture_and_customs#Birds_and_feathers\|birds sacred to the Winterfolk.]] Whatever form religious observance takes, it usually ends with music, laughter, and feasting.

	Inevitably the stormcrows favour those tales that sing to the Wintermark spirit. [[Pride]] and [[Courage]] are prized above all things followed closely by [[Wisdom]]. Tales of [[Ambition]] or [[Prosperity]] are usually reserved for those thanes who seem to be exhibiting an unseemly tendency towards caution or miserliness. In battle, however, at least one stormcrow will endeavour to remain by the side of whoever has command. In this way they seek to remind them that it is a warrior’s place to show Courage, but a thane’s place to show Wisdom.		Inevitably the stormcrows favour those tales that sing to the Wintermark spirit. [[Pride]] and [[Courage]] are prized above all things followed closely by [[Wisdom]]. Tales of [[Ambition]] or [[Prosperity]] are usually reserved for those thanes who seem to be exhibiting an unseemly tendency towards caution or miserliness. In battle, however, at least one stormcrow will endeavour to remain by the side of whoever has command. In this way they seek to remind them that it is a warrior’s place to show Courage, but a thane’s place to show Wisdom.
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	In Wintermark it is considered a cowardly, childish thing to gossip about the inadequacies or misdeeds of another. Instead the stormcrows serve as a sort of confessor. Anyone can go to them and share a story of a misdeed or failing they have witnessed, and then depart secure in the knowledge that the stormcrow will deal with it. The priest seeks out the truth of the matter and deals with the situation as openly or discreetly as they see fit. When a stormcrow says “''the birds told me''” they mean that someone has confided in the stormcrow. They will not reveal the source. Likewise a person who feels guilty can seek out a stormcrow and confide whatever it is that is prompting the guilty feelings. A stormcrow can lay a penance, and witness the completion of that penance, effectively absolving the person of their shame.		In Wintermark it is considered a cowardly, childish thing to gossip about the inadequacies or misdeeds of another. Instead the stormcrows serve as a sort of confessor. Anyone can go to them and share a story of a misdeed or failing they have witnessed, and then depart secure in the knowledge that the stormcrow will deal with it. The priest seeks out the truth of the matter and deals with the situation as openly or discreetly as they see fit. When a stormcrow says “''the birds told me''” they mean that someone has confided in the stormcrow. They will not reveal the source. Likewise a person who feels guilty can seek out a stormcrow and confide whatever it is that is prompting the guilty feelings. A stormcrow can lay a penance, and witness the completion of that penance, effectively absolving the person of their shame.

	Stormcrows also serve as witnesses to what their people say and do. In Wintermark it is important to carry through on any deed that you have claimed you will do. They have no patience for empty boasting. This embodies the ~~Virtue~~ of Courage as well as the idea that it is important not to go back on your ~~Skein~~. Stormcrows fight alongside Winterfolk who have made boasts or claims for their achievements in a coming battle or who have otherwise set themselves a particularly dangerous task. In this the stormcrow serves two important roles. Firstly they can carry back the tale of a good death or vouch for the honesty of accomplishment if a person survives the battle. More importantly a stormcrow knows that by acting as a watcher they can bolster the courage of the person they are watching, helping them to stay true in the face of their fear.		Stormcrows also serve as witnesses to what their people say and do. In Wintermark it is important to carry through on any deed that you have claimed you will do. They have no patience for empty boasting. This embodies the virtue of Courage as well as the idea that it is important not to go back on your skein. Stormcrows fight alongside Winterfolk who have made boasts or claims for their achievements in a coming battle or who have otherwise set themselves a particularly dangerous task. In this the stormcrow serves two important roles. Firstly they can carry back the tale of a good death or vouch for the honesty of accomplishment if a person survives the battle. More importantly a stormcrow knows that by acting as a watcher they can bolster the courage of the person they are watching, helping them to stay true in the face of their fear.

	During the [[Wintermark_political_leadership#Leading_a_territory\|election]] of the Wintermark [[senator\|senators]], the ~~Stormcrows~~ are also responsible for distributing the coins used as part of the election to the poorest Winterfolk present.		During the [[Wintermark_political_leadership#Leading_a_territory\|election]] of the Wintermark [[senator\|senators]], the stormcrows are also responsible for distributing the coins used as part of the election to the poorest Winterfolk present.
	{{CaptionedImage\|file=Hawkfrost.jpg\|width=400\|caption=The ~~Stormcrows~~ must sometimes be hard.\|align=left}}		{{CaptionedImage\|file=Hawkfrost.jpg\|width=400\|caption=The stormcrows must sometimes be hard.\|align=left}}

	==The Frayed==		==The Frayed==
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	It is common for several frayed to fight together in battle to improve the chances of all and some groups of frayed take an oath to continue to fight together as a warband until all have proven themselves. If worthy, such bands often attract a stormcrow, who fights with the band even though they are not frayed. The stormcrow provide spiritual guidance as well as witnessing their efforts to redeem themselves.		It is common for several frayed to fight together in battle to improve the chances of all and some groups of frayed take an oath to continue to fight together as a warband until all have proven themselves. If worthy, such bands often attract a stormcrow, who fights with the band even though they are not frayed. The stormcrow provide spiritual guidance as well as witnessing their efforts to redeem themselves.

	<quote by="Wayfarer Malachi in Epistles to the Winds of Virtue, 12 BE">The Winterfolk are, by nature, a virtuous people and their ~~Stormcrows~~ were teaching about Pride and Courage long before we arrived. Our words about the reincarnation of souls were also accepted as confirmation of truths already known to them. Their superstitions around birds are misguided, but I sense no idolatry here; merely the lingering traces of older traditions from less enlightened times.</quote>		<quote by="Wayfarer Malachi in Epistles to the Winds of Virtue, 12 BE">The Winterfolk are, by nature, a virtuous people and their stormcrows were teaching about Pride and Courage long before we arrived. Our words about the reincarnation of souls were also accepted as confirmation of truths already known to them. Their superstitions around birds are misguided, but I sense no idolatry here; merely the lingering traces of older traditions from less enlightened times.</quote>
	<box>'''Chronicle of Heroism'''<br>		<box>'''Chronicle of Heroism'''<br>
	During the Summer Solstice 383YE, the Senate voted to support the creation of a "chronicle of heroes", allowing the priests of Wintermark to identify and record the heroic deeds of the scions of the storm. Taking inspiration from the assembly of [[Prosperity]], and their [[Roll of Benefactors]], the chronicle allows the Wintermark National Assembly to add a name to the ~~Chronicle~~ by [[Member_of_the_Synod#Judgement\|raising]] a [[statement of principle]], which must pass with a [[Judgement#Greater_Majority\|greater majority]]. The judgement should include a clear description of the heroic deeds being chronicled, these would be added to the record along with the hero's name. As always with a statement of principle that receives a greater majority, there is some potential for additional effects.		During the Summer Solstice 383YE, the Senate voted to support the creation of a "chronicle of heroes", allowing the priests of Wintermark to identify and record the heroic deeds of the scions of the storm. Taking inspiration from the assembly of [[Prosperity]], and their [[Roll of Benefactors]], the chronicle allows the Wintermark National Assembly to add a name to the chronicle by [[Member_of_the_Synod#Judgement\|raising]] a [[statement of principle]], which must pass with a [[Judgement#Greater_Majority\|greater majority]]. The judgement should include a clear description of the heroic deeds being chronicled, these would be added to the record along with the hero's name. As always with a statement of principle that receives a greater majority, there is some potential for additional effects.

	The Chronicle of Heroism is recorded [[Heroism#Chronicle of Heroism\|here]]</box>		The Chronicle of Heroism is recorded [[Heroism#Chronicle of Heroism\|here]]</box>
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	'''Non-Kallavesi Stormcrows'''<br>		'''Non-Kallavesi Stormcrows'''<br>
	Players often ask what costume is appropriate for non-Kallavesi stormcrows. Remember all that is said is that they wear the traditional Kallavesi feathers and a black or grey tattered and layered robe. ~~the~~ main distinction of a Kallavesi stormcrow specifically is that they will wear a full bird headdress. The tattered and/or layered effect is meant to give the impression of feathers, and this is partly because we recognise that making costume that incorporates a lot of feathers can be tricky to achieve quickly. Instead of a robe, ~~Feathers~~ can be incorporated in other ways, such as a mantle or collar, or as part of a Suaq coat, but the costume should include some black.		Players often ask what costume is appropriate for non-Kallavesi stormcrows. Remember all that is said is that they wear the traditional Kallavesi feathers and a black or grey tattered and layered robe. The main distinction of a Kallavesi stormcrow specifically is that they will wear a full bird headdress. The tattered and/or layered effect is meant to give the impression of feathers, and this is partly because we recognise that making costume that incorporates a lot of feathers can be tricky to achieve quickly. Instead of a robe, feathers can be incorporated in other ways, such as a mantle or collar, or as part of a Suaq coat, but the costume should include some black.

	Many players want to make sure they retain their Suaq or Steinr identity whilst still appearing to be a ~~Stormcrow~~, but it is partially by design that stormcrows are instantly recognisable regardless of their tradition. The point is that Winterfolk are proud, and they need stormcrows to talk about sensitive matters they don't want to bring up in public - often related to shortcomings of themselves or others. For that reason it is important to be confident that someone is a stormcrow before they start the conversation. In addition to this stormcrows are meant o be a watchful presence, that encourages others to virtue by their presence. Further to this, remember the stormcrow tradition is an evolution of the religious traditions of the Kallavesi, so if the priestly garb of Wintermark has a slightly Kallavesi look, that is again by design.</box>		Many players want to make sure they retain their Suaq or Steinr identity whilst still appearing to be a stormcrow, but it is partially by design that stormcrows are instantly recognisable regardless of their tradition. The point is that Winterfolk are proud, and they need stormcrows to talk about sensitive matters they don't want to bring up in public - often related to shortcomings of themselves or others. For that reason it is important to be confident that someone is a stormcrow before they start the conversation. In addition to this stormcrows are meant to be a watchful presence, that encourages others to virtue by their presence. Further to this, remember the stormcrow tradition is an evolution of the religious traditions of the Kallavesi, so if the priestly garb of Wintermark has a slightly Kallavesi look, that is again by design.</box>
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