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Silatukvik (Interest Check)

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01-19-2025, 08:10 PM (This post was last modified: 01-25-2025, 10:46 AM by Nanuktaaq. Edited 2 times in total.)
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About
Stemming from it's mother village, the birthplace of Nanuktaaq, Silaktukvik is a village of Inuktitut origins. Guided by the wisdom of the moon mother, the village will become home to those seek a place to heal, grow, learn, and live a life of peace. This will be a place centered around a familial like community, who strive for loyalty and trust among the ranks.


Culture
The traditional Inuktitut cultures will be loosely followed here, but with traditions uniquely designed for this group. The Inuktitut people are well adapted to the more colder terrains, thus the village's chosen home of the Frostspire Highlands. A majority of these people are skilled in hunting, tracking, trading, and collection of natural resources. Fur pelt making is common and will often be a skill that many will learn, especially the youth. Those that are more skilled in fighting will also be welcomed as guardians of the village. Spiritual knowledge and worship will be a common practice, but not required by those who choose to call the village home.

 


Traditions

The village will harbor many traditions specific to the moon mother's design. Some of those traditions are as listed below:
· Nutaat Saqqititsiniq ("to give a new beginning") — When one joins the village, they may choose for a new to be given, one likely of Inuktitut origin. It is a way to allow a fresh start to those who want it. With their old name set aside, their past is no longer theirs, but only in the wastes of the mind. Sins may be forgotten and prior mistakes may be corrected in this new life.
· Nutaaq Siqiniq Panniujuq ("rising of the new sun" — When the sun rises on the morn of a new season, the village will come together to rejoice, be thankful for what good has come to them, and speak of what good they hope to come soon. This is also a time for members of the village to suggest some changes they might like to see, in the hopes of better improving the community and how they fare through the new season.
· Ihuqqutsiarniq Inutuqaq ("judgement of the corrupt") — When one of the village has been found committing a grave crime, they will be called before leadership in a time of judgement. Those who may have been wronged will also be called forward to speak against they are who are being judged. This is a time to decide on a just punishment, whether it be demotion, imprisonment, or exile. Members of the village will often be allowed to attend solely to observe, if it is deemed appropriate.



Hierarchy


Silatuniq
Angajuqqaaq – "The One Who Leads." The head of the village; the most respected, who oversees the survival and prosperity of the village.
Ikajuqti"Advisor." The second in command, who stands alongside the head to show support and enforce their decisions.
Saimmaqti"Peacemaker." The third in command, charged with keeping harmony within the village, resolving any minor disputes, and bringing any issues to the attention of the head.
Qimmiqtiit
Nigiviniq "The Provider." Skilled hunters, tasked with providing food for everyone.
Sikuqtir"Tracker." Skilled in reading the land, following trails, and finding prey.
Avatiit
Suraqti"Defender." Skilled warriors, present to protect the village from any outside threats.
Pisuqti"Scout." Explores new territories and searches for any signs of potential dangers to the village.


Arnait
Mannilik"Provider of Life." Tends to the injured and aids new and upcoming mothers of the village.
Arnaluk"Great Caregiver." Protects and nurtures young and ensures the well-being of the village’s future.
Qimmilirniit
Ikutsiq"Learner." Yearlings training to take on specific roles and duties within the village.
Natturaliit"Young Ones." The newborns, or the general young, who are still learning the ways of the village.
Taimani
Silakujak"Humble One." A subordinate member learning their place and contributing as needed. 
Silarjuat
Tukummak"The Weight Bearer." One who has been brought before leadership for judgement and assigned the lowest, most grueling tasks as punishment for their actions.
Igutsuq"The Scarred." One who is punished for the most heinous crimes, often marked by wounds or symbolic ostracism, serving as a warning to others. They are often imprisoned or forbidden from interacting with any of the village until leadership finds trust in them again.

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01-20-2025, 12:53 AM (This post was last modified: 02-05-2025, 08:07 PM by Nanuktaaq. Edited 12 times in total.)
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Roster
Nanuktaaq (Played by Grim)Angajuqqaaq
Kirain (Played by UnLuckyLady)Mannilik
Vawraek (Played by Devi)

Formation Threads

1. Nanuktaaq meets Kirain and offers for them to join her — Completed
2. Nanuktaaq stumbles upon Vawraek and he offers to accompany her — Completed
3. Nanuktaaq and her new companion, Vawraek, venture further into the highlands, finding a place to rest for the night — In progress
4. Nanuk shows off the highlands to her newest devotee — In progress


Adoptables
Interested in joining the Issurtuq/Arnalukjuak family tree? Check out the adoptables page here for more information!

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01-25-2025, 01:47 AM
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I love this idea! I'd happily throw my girl at it! I think she'd fit in well ♡
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01-25-2025, 09:56 AM
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(01-25-2025, 01:47 AM)UnLuckyLady Wrote: I love this idea! I'd happily throw my girl at it! I think she'd fit in well ♡

Would love to have her!! Nanuktaaq is currently still in The Everfrost; however, they may be moving to claim a new territory that I have submitted, assuming it gets approved. 

If you'd like, they can meet in The Everfrost and begin traveling together from there? ^^
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01-25-2025, 02:04 PM
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(01-25-2025, 09:56 AM)Nanuktaaq Wrote:
(01-25-2025, 01:47 AM)UnLuckyLady Wrote: I love this idea! I'd happily throw my girl at it! I think she'd fit in well ♡

Would love to have her!! Nanuktaaq is currently still in The Everfrost; however, they may be moving to claim a new territory that I have submitted, assuming it gets approved. 

If you'd like, they can meet in The Everfrost and begin traveling together from there? ^^

Works for me!
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01-25-2025, 02:55 PM
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(01-25-2025, 02:04 PM)UnLuckyLady Wrote:
(01-25-2025, 09:56 AM)Nanuktaaq Wrote:
(01-25-2025, 01:47 AM)UnLuckyLady Wrote: I love this idea! I'd happily throw my girl at it! I think she'd fit in well ♡

Would love to have her!! Nanuktaaq is currently still in The Everfrost; however, they may be moving to claim a new territory that I have submitted, assuming it gets approved. 

If you'd like, they can meet in The Everfrost and begin traveling together from there? ^^

Works for me!

I think I may just reply to that opening thread you have, and then we can go from there, rather than me making a whole new one. Should have a reply up here shortly!
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02-03-2025, 10:41 AM
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Throwing Vawraek here Officially. Who knows where he'll fit or how long he'll stay, but he'll be here to help formation <3
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02-03-2025, 10:44 AM
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(02-03-2025, 10:41 AM)Vawraek Wrote: Throwing Vawraek here Officially. Who knows where he'll fit or how long he'll stay, but he'll be here to help formation <3

Yiipppeee :3
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02-05-2025, 02:03 PM (This post was last modified: 02-05-2025, 02:03 PM by Nanuktaaq. Edited 2 times in total.)
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Quick update! @Kirain @Vawraek — We now have three full fledged members!! All we need to do is get Frostpire Highlands discovered and then the pack can be submitted for the formation process. Then the real fun begins, hehe. Nanuk is always open for additional threads of exploring the highlands, and such, so feel free to tag her in anything if you'd like for your characters to learn more about the group IC, or to simply further interact.
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