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The Empire of Halcast - Interest Check

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01-24-2025, 01:42 PM (This post was last modified: 01-25-2025, 03:31 PM by Sorina. Edited 31 times in total.)
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THIS IS A BIG WIP

 
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THE COURT OF NIGHT AND FROST


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Location: The Everfrost- Marziam

Leadership

Sovreign | @Sorina @Erebus (MM/DD/YY leadership began)
RegentN/A


Nestled within the forever frozen forest, lies a newly forged Empire. The unification of two Kingdoms, nestled into one.
Originally Founded by Sorina Salvatoré, Halcast is an empire forged from Haldis, now revived, merging with Shadowcast, Halcast is bound by two ideologies, loyalty and ambition. For without either, one cannot survive. Wolves from all walks of life are welcome, so long as they are committed to building something greater than themselves. Opportunities lie with those that seek it. Blood does not necessarily grant power here, Halcast is considered a chaotic neutral pack. They are sturdy wolves, that prefer the cold and ice. Yet they are not naturalists by any means, their system is a strict Hierarchy with a twist on traditional Monarchy. They are not opposed to defending themselves, or their allies. 

Currently Seeking
Desired Sorina and Erebus' first litter needs players! Adoptable page here

Lacking Members! Healers, Hunters, Spies, any wolf that wishes to be part of something new.

Surplus N/A
— Looking to join? Tag our leaders in a thread at LOCATIONS LEADERS FREQUENT HERE!
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Ranks


SOVREIGN
Addressed as “Lord” or “Lady”
The ruling couple,  main decision makers, leaders of both house Salvatoré and Tenebris. They accept initiates into the ranks, officiate ceremonies and hold Seasonal gatherings of The Court to discuss the wellfare of the Empire.
Currently: @Sorina @Erebus

Regent, 
Addressed as “Commander, Mistress, Master, Captain or Herald”
Second in command, traditionally, one is chosen by the Lady and one by the Lord, acting as their consul and right hand man(woman). In the absence of their bound Sovereign, the Regent(s)  may step up to initiate certain duties.
each wolf acts as the “Lead” over each area of the pack, they will have a title bestowed upon them befitting their area.
Currently ? - Bound to Lady Sorina and ? Bound to Lord Erebus

Commander of The Blade- Lead of the Guardsmen
Currently: ?
Master/Mistress of the Shadows- Lead of the Scouts/Spies
Currently: ?
Captain of the Bow Deerstalker- Lead Hunter
Currently: ?
Herald of The Moon - Lead Healer
Currently: ?


The Maester
Teachers of the young, often the eldest members of the pack. They are usually tasked with sitting the pups and telling stories of old. Some may be called once in a while to The Council for guidance and Wisdom.
Currently: ?

The Guard (?)

Warriors, protectors of The Empire, their duties are to patrol the borders and train new recruits. 
Currently: ?

The Venator

Hunters, they may pair up with The Guard to bring down larger prey, skilled in their craft.
Currently: ?

The Emissary

Scouts and Spies of the pack, they are often called upon by The Court to carry messages to alliances and spy upon potential threats to The Empire. 
Currently: ?

The Seer
Healers, whether it be of the faith or of the physical body.
Currently: ?

Neophyte
New wolves to The Empire, they will stay at this rank until they complete RITUAL NAME HERE. And are accepted into The Empire.
Currently: ?

Fledgeling
Pups, offspring of any member of The Empire.
Currently: Ordella Tenebris-Salvatoré & Rebel’s Tenebris-Salvatoré

Captive
Those that have broken the laws, harmed and committed crimes against The Empire.
Currently: ?
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ABOUT

TITLES

Bestowed upon any member by the Sovereign, these titles are known throughout the Empire and the member received will be addressed as such. It is the highest honour within Halcast to receive a title. 

Lord/Lady- Ruler
Deerstalker- An excellent hunter
Shadowsinger- Master Spy
Moondaner- Healer/Visionary 


 
 


SAMHAIN (snow-when. first night of winter.):
Marking the first night of Winter, the wolves of Halcast father to celebrate the special occasion under the starless skies. Gifts are given of pelts and trinkets and are presented in a special ceremony to one another, whether it be a mate or a family member, or even a wolf one looks up too, it is a special time for all. Mateships often happen around the time of the ceremony... with special announcements to follow.


CALANMAI  (first day of spring.): 
Celebrating a bountiful year, Halcast calls all alliances together at the ceremonial grounds to celebrate the coming of life and a new year, food is shared and stories are told between the packs to strengthen bonds. At this time rank challenges are expected, important announcements and promotions are often given in front of all.

THE GREAT HUNT
A lot of their seasonal traditions were centered around the eb and flow of the wild, such as peak hunting seasons or times where there was no hunting of big game at all
They also had a tradition of letting captured wolves loose and then hunting them down....



It is common practice for high ranking wolves to have an arranged marriage, to strengthen political bonds.[/font]
Tarnished Wolves in extreme cases will be offered in The Great Hunt.


As ambition is encouraged within the Empire, promotions are highly sought after. When a wolf wishes to rise in the ranks, especially to the High Court a special ceremony (usually at Calanmai) is held, should the participant be successful, they are granted the rank and rewarded. Should they fail, they are cast to Tarnished to work upwards once more. See the googledoc for more information on what each rank requires. (OOCLY it is expected that your wolf masters one skill relating to the rank within the High Court.)


PROMOTIONS:
As ambition is encouraged within the Empire, promotions are highly sought after. When a wolf wishes to rise in the ranks, especially to the High Court a special ceremony (usually at Calanmai) is held, should the participant be successful, they are granted the rank and rewarded. Should they fail, they are cast to Tarnished to work upwards once more. See the googledoc for more information on what each rank requires. (OOCLY it is expected that your wolf masters one skill relating to the rank within the High Court.)



MARRIAGES:
It is common practice for high ranking wolves to have an arranged marriage, to strengthen political bonds.

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01-24-2025, 01:49 PM
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peeks head in

Don't have to ask me twice! I may toss @Bane at this, since I haven't placed him anywhere yet.

Where will they be setting up camp? I can throw him there and tag you if you're ready for a start up thread. ^^
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01-24-2025, 02:16 PM (This post was last modified: 01-24-2025, 02:16 PM by Legend.)
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Idk where legend will end up yet but keeping this for her radar!! She's my spy/messenger
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01-24-2025, 02:48 PM
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would love to send someone this way!!
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01-24-2025, 06:48 PM
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01-24-2025, 07:21 PM
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(01-24-2025, 01:49 PM)Grim Wrote: peeks head in

Don't have to ask me twice! I may toss @Bane at this, since I haven't placed him anywhere yet.

Where will they be setting up camp? I can throw him there and tag you if you're ready for a start up thread. ^^

They will be in the Everfrost in Mirzam! If you would like to go ahead, that would be awesome!
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01-24-2025, 07:22 PM
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(01-24-2025, 07:21 PM)Sorina Wrote:
(01-24-2025, 01:49 PM)Grim Wrote: peeks head in

Don't have to ask me twice! I may toss @Bane at this, since I haven't placed him anywhere yet.

Where will they be setting up camp? I can throw him there and tag you if you're ready for a start up thread. ^^

They will be in the Everfrost in Mirzam! If you would like to go ahead, that would be awesome!

Sure! I'll pop something in there real quick.
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01-24-2025, 07:23 PM
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Loving the interest already! I will also be throwing up some designs if anyone is interested! If you have any questions in the meantime please message myself or wolf.mouth on discord!
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01-25-2025, 03:19 PM
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@Grim
@Legend
@bon
@Moth

If you toss a thread out into the Everfrost and tag either Sorina or Erebus, I'll throw my boy in! <3
I'll also be working on getting some AW threads up so, if you'd rather reply then just keep your eyes peeled for those!
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01-29-2025, 04:37 PM
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01-29-2025, 08:20 PM
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Vae has an open thread here if anyone wants to join it! ^^ Can be family members or potential recruits!
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01-29-2025, 10:31 PM (This post was last modified: 01-29-2025, 10:44 PM by sweets. Edited 2 times in total.)
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02-01-2025, 10:38 AM
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(01-29-2025, 10:31 PM)sweets Wrote: aaah i love!!! I have elowen whose a little prickly but this seems like a place she could flourish in!

She would be perfect! I will be putting up a thread today, i can tag her in that one if you'd like?
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