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{{Infobox Nation|Colour=#ADADAD|Name=Vakaser Herders|Capital=[[Amerue]]|Location=Southern [[Gaunasub]]|Government=Tribal Oligarchy|Leader=[[Pinark]], Current Vakast|Population=3|FoundedYearLore=-200|FoundedIRL=04/08/26|BorderColour=#ADADAD|Culture=Vakaser|Religion=Individual Patrons|Major Settlements=[[Amerue]]|Demonym=Vakaser|Enemies=Kapteinskap of [[Kuri//aes]]}} | |||
A tribe of semi-nomadic [[Kobold]]s, ruled by a central figure, the '''Vakast''' of the group. The Vakaser are most familiar with the Southern [[Gaunasub Desert]], where they maintain some permanent camps, considering it their territory more akin to how wild animals will hold land than through any lense of national sovereignty. For purposes of pillaging, trading and information gathering however, they have been known to send small parties to travel vast distances on land. Most frequently they raid and occupy the stationary settlements of other peoples or fight them for water sources, namely native village tribes and the '''[[Kuri//aes]]''', with whom they keep irregular relations. | |||
They are sometimes referred to as the "'''Khasholo'''", a term from the Kuri//aes, and will specifically use it for themselves when interacting with them. It is also used as a lighthearted insult among the Kobolds, although they do not seem to be aware of any meaning this word might possess. | |||
== History == | == History == | ||
=== Arrival in Gaunasub === | === Arrival in Gaunasub === | ||
It is currently not known when the tribe arrived in the Gaunasub Desert, but it is assumed that they are the descendants of a Clan expulsed from the [[Covenant of Grusaak]]. Further | It is currently not known when the tribe arrived in the Gaunasub Desert, but it is assumed that they are the descendants of a Clan expulsed from the [[Covenant of Grusaak]]. Further inquiries to the Kobolds of the Covenant and the Kaptein of the Krui//aes might shed some light on their history. | ||
=== Occupation of Amerue and Lofoai === | === Occupation of Amerue and Lofoai === | ||
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== | == Societal structure == | ||
=== The Vakast === | === The Vakast === | ||
The Vakaser Kobolds do not follow the principle of the separation of powers, quite the opposite in fact. The tribal leadership is trusted entirely to the Vakast, a position of '''universal authority'''. There is no code of law to legitimise this power as it is | The Vakaser Kobolds do not follow the principle of the separation of powers, quite the opposite in fact. The tribal leadership is trusted entirely to the Vakast, a position of '''universal authority'''. There is no code of law to legitimise this power as it is solely based on which Kobold, undead or alive, has the support of those that are best able to cheat, talk and brutalize their surroundings into submission. This group of supporters, known as the Vakast's "'''Herders'''", is usually given some slight privileges, like more comfortable housing and being exempt from doing unpopular chores, but are otherwise not treated much differently from the less capable or outstanding tribe members. The most significant boon the Vakast provides is their '''spiritual protection''' to the whole tribe. To be worthy of this duty the Vakast must always seem to have the greatest '''influence with magical beings''' - both imagined and real -, have the greatest collection of '''occult trinkets''' and charms and have a '''powerful patron deity'''. As long as they are the one most capable of performing this perceived service to the rest of the tribe, they are repaid in trust, privilege and power. If harm befalls the tribe and it is deemed supernatural in origin, which is often the case, the Vakast is blamed for failing in their duty and responsible for mitigation and future prevention. | ||
=== Internal equality and external oppression === | === Internal equality and external oppression === | ||
Excluding the singular position of Vakast, all Kobolds in the tribe are fairly equal. The Herder does not eat any food the regular Vakaser cannot have and does not get a more favourable place in raids, the same way the sane Undead are not considered something less than an able-bodied living Kobold, although they are relegated to special "Living Graves" while in the permanent settlements. The Vakaser are remarkable in their general sense of unity and upward docility in parts because they have a strong group identity, the | Excluding the singular position of Vakast, all Kobolds in the tribe are fairly equal. The Herder does not eat any food the regular Vakaser cannot have and does not get a more favourable place in raids, the same way the sane Undead are not considered something less than an able-bodied living Kobold, although they are relegated to special "Living Graves" while in the permanent settlements. The Vakaser are remarkable in their general sense of unity and upward docility in parts because they have a strong group identity, the unifying influence of their figurehead and believe they are constantly under assault from evil spirits, bad luck and other supernatural forces. While these factors are not to be disregarded, the biggest contribution to tribe unity comes from the oppression and exploitation of the human population within their territory. The smaller village tribes are raided so frequently for resources, that the relationship is often more a kind of ritualistic protection racket than truly violent conflict, and similar tithes are expected from all production and commerce in occupied settlements. During occupation, which may be simply for the duration of a sandstorm or hold across several generations, desirable housing, food and equipment is repossessed entirely by the Vakaser and sometimes extended to favoured humans if there is excess. This way no Kobold has to feel like they are being put down within the tribal group, since even the least of the Vakaser is still an elite of wealth and political power within the larger highly stratified society they maintain. | ||
=== Hierarchical worldview === | === Hierarchical worldview === | ||
Legitimising their '''despotism''' is an | Legitimising their '''despotism''' is an instinctive belief in the '''right of the strong''' to do as they please; that if a person can do something, they gave themself any necessary right by having that ability. The Vakaser know they can get their way with '''aggression and imperialism''' in the context of the small stretch of desert they inhabit, so they do their best to maintain their relative strength. They are also aware of larger and more advanced civilisations in the north of the central continent and subsequently '''terrified of being subjugated themselves'''. '''[[Kheta-Kedet]]''', ancient and imposing, is considered a civilisation of unknowable strength and motivation and the '''Six Gods''' are the only known instance of the Vakaser '''not choosing to adopt and worship''' powerful deities upon discovery, possibly to avoid drawing their attention. | ||
== Locations == | == Locations == | ||
=== Amerue === | === Amerue === | ||
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== Culture == | == Culture == | ||
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=== Religion === | === Religion === | ||
The Vakaser keep a messy and universal pantheon, acknowledging the | The Vakaser keep a messy and universal pantheon, acknowledging the existence and power of every deity they learn about, no matter how minor or local. Worship however is always focused on a single god or spirit and usually motivated by the relative power of the chosen patron. All personal victories and sometimes sacrifices are dedicated to that patron in order to gain the boons of its favour, but only as long as the worshipper does not think a different deity might give them more of their divine attention or offer greater rewards. | ||
Since the Vakaser strive to be practical in all things, each Kobold has to pick a different object of worship, doing their part so the tribe may be favoured by as many gods as possible, which results in tribe members with especially powerful patrons or fervent dedication being | Since the Vakaser strive to be practical in all things, each Kobold has to pick a different object of worship, doing their part so the tribe may be favoured by as many gods as possible, which results in tribe members with especially powerful patrons or fervent dedication being perceived as contributing more to the tribe, achieving a somewhat higher social standing in the group. The Vakast therefore usually has to secure one of the greater patrons available and be unceasingly faithful in order to stay in power. | ||
=== Military === | === Military === | ||
Every Kobold, except the young, the | Every Kobold, except the very young and the unlucky, are expected to go on raids and collection tours, guard food and weapon stores and defend the tribe's territory. They favour light equipment for fast and quiet movement, like to use ranged weaponry in the dark and often employ fire, pits and traps to sow chaos among targets. The only training these warriors receive consists of informal instruction from their elders and personal experience, making for an average population much more capable of violence than those of other nations, but no real military to speak of. They excel in night time ambushes and chaotic fights, but would struggle holding their ground in a daytime battle against a more organised force of professional soldiers. | ||
== Geography == | == Geography == | ||
Major points of interest. | Major points of interest. | ||
== | == News Posts == | ||
News posts by the Vakaser Herders / Khasholo: | |||
* TBA | |||
== Notable People == | |||
Current Members of the Vakaser Herders / Khasholo: | |||
{| class="wikitable" | |||
|+ | |||
!Name | |||
!Position | |||
!Player | |||
|- | |||
|'''[[Pinark]]''' | |||
|'''Vakast''' | |||
|[[Krelanu]] | |||
|- | |||
|'''???''' | |||
|'''???''' | |||
|[[Voidstaar]] | |||
|} | |||
[[Category:Nations]] | [[Category:Nations]] | ||
Latest revision as of 23:41, 19 August 2026
| Vakaser Herders | |
|---|---|
| Capital | Amerue |
| Culture | Vakaser |
| Location | Southern Gaunasub |
| Government | Tribal Oligarchy |
| Leader | Pinark, Current Vakast |
| Religion | Individual Patrons
|
| Demonym | Vakaser |
| Major Settlements | Amerue |
| Population | 3 |
| Enemies | Kapteinskap of Kuri//aes |
| Age (Lore) | 204 Years |
| Founded (Lore) | Era Vetus Year 200 |
| Founded (IRL) | 04/08/26 (46 days old) |
| Status | Operational |
A tribe of semi-nomadic Kobolds, ruled by a central figure, the Vakast of the group. The Vakaser are most familiar with the Southern Gaunasub Desert, where they maintain some permanent camps, considering it their territory more akin to how wild animals will hold land than through any lense of national sovereignty. For purposes of pillaging, trading and information gathering however, they have been known to send small parties to travel vast distances on land. Most frequently they raid and occupy the stationary settlements of other peoples or fight them for water sources, namely native village tribes and the Kuri//aes, with whom they keep irregular relations.
They are sometimes referred to as the "Khasholo", a term from the Kuri//aes, and will specifically use it for themselves when interacting with them. It is also used as a lighthearted insult among the Kobolds, although they do not seem to be aware of any meaning this word might possess.
History
Arrival in Gaunasub
It is currently not known when the tribe arrived in the Gaunasub Desert, but it is assumed that they are the descendants of a Clan expulsed from the Covenant of Grusaak. Further inquiries to the Kobolds of the Covenant and the Kaptein of the Krui//aes might shed some light on their history.
Occupation of Amerue and Lofoai
wip
Societal structure
The Vakast
The Vakaser Kobolds do not follow the principle of the separation of powers, quite the opposite in fact. The tribal leadership is trusted entirely to the Vakast, a position of universal authority. There is no code of law to legitimise this power as it is solely based on which Kobold, undead or alive, has the support of those that are best able to cheat, talk and brutalize their surroundings into submission. This group of supporters, known as the Vakast's "Herders", is usually given some slight privileges, like more comfortable housing and being exempt from doing unpopular chores, but are otherwise not treated much differently from the less capable or outstanding tribe members. The most significant boon the Vakast provides is their spiritual protection to the whole tribe. To be worthy of this duty the Vakast must always seem to have the greatest influence with magical beings - both imagined and real -, have the greatest collection of occult trinkets and charms and have a powerful patron deity. As long as they are the one most capable of performing this perceived service to the rest of the tribe, they are repaid in trust, privilege and power. If harm befalls the tribe and it is deemed supernatural in origin, which is often the case, the Vakast is blamed for failing in their duty and responsible for mitigation and future prevention.
Internal equality and external oppression
Excluding the singular position of Vakast, all Kobolds in the tribe are fairly equal. The Herder does not eat any food the regular Vakaser cannot have and does not get a more favourable place in raids, the same way the sane Undead are not considered something less than an able-bodied living Kobold, although they are relegated to special "Living Graves" while in the permanent settlements. The Vakaser are remarkable in their general sense of unity and upward docility in parts because they have a strong group identity, the unifying influence of their figurehead and believe they are constantly under assault from evil spirits, bad luck and other supernatural forces. While these factors are not to be disregarded, the biggest contribution to tribe unity comes from the oppression and exploitation of the human population within their territory. The smaller village tribes are raided so frequently for resources, that the relationship is often more a kind of ritualistic protection racket than truly violent conflict, and similar tithes are expected from all production and commerce in occupied settlements. During occupation, which may be simply for the duration of a sandstorm or hold across several generations, desirable housing, food and equipment is repossessed entirely by the Vakaser and sometimes extended to favoured humans if there is excess. This way no Kobold has to feel like they are being put down within the tribal group, since even the least of the Vakaser is still an elite of wealth and political power within the larger highly stratified society they maintain.
Hierarchical worldview
Legitimising their despotism is an instinctive belief in the right of the strong to do as they please; that if a person can do something, they gave themself any necessary right by having that ability. The Vakaser know they can get their way with aggression and imperialism in the context of the small stretch of desert they inhabit, so they do their best to maintain their relative strength. They are also aware of larger and more advanced civilisations in the north of the central continent and subsequently terrified of being subjugated themselves. Kheta-Kedet, ancient and imposing, is considered a civilisation of unknowable strength and motivation and the Six Gods are the only known instance of the Vakaser not choosing to adopt and worship powerful deities upon discovery, possibly to avoid drawing their attention.
Locations
Amerue
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Culture
Architecture
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Religion
The Vakaser keep a messy and universal pantheon, acknowledging the existence and power of every deity they learn about, no matter how minor or local. Worship however is always focused on a single god or spirit and usually motivated by the relative power of the chosen patron. All personal victories and sometimes sacrifices are dedicated to that patron in order to gain the boons of its favour, but only as long as the worshipper does not think a different deity might give them more of their divine attention or offer greater rewards.
Since the Vakaser strive to be practical in all things, each Kobold has to pick a different object of worship, doing their part so the tribe may be favoured by as many gods as possible, which results in tribe members with especially powerful patrons or fervent dedication being perceived as contributing more to the tribe, achieving a somewhat higher social standing in the group. The Vakast therefore usually has to secure one of the greater patrons available and be unceasingly faithful in order to stay in power.
Military
Every Kobold, except the very young and the unlucky, are expected to go on raids and collection tours, guard food and weapon stores and defend the tribe's territory. They favour light equipment for fast and quiet movement, like to use ranged weaponry in the dark and often employ fire, pits and traps to sow chaos among targets. The only training these warriors receive consists of informal instruction from their elders and personal experience, making for an average population much more capable of violence than those of other nations, but no real military to speak of. They excel in night time ambushes and chaotic fights, but would struggle holding their ground in a daytime battle against a more organised force of professional soldiers.
Geography
Major points of interest.
News Posts
News posts by the Vakaser Herders / Khasholo:
- TBA
Notable People
Current Members of the Vakaser Herders / Khasholo:
| Name | Position | Player |
|---|---|---|
| Pinark | Vakast | Krelanu |
| ??? | ??? | Voidstaar |