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Posted: Sun Aug 26, 2012 12:34 pm
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Posted: Tue Aug 28, 2012 6:58 pm
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Posted: Tue Aug 28, 2012 7:17 pm
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Posted: Tue Aug 28, 2012 7:18 pm
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Posted: Tue Aug 28, 2012 7:19 pm
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Posted: Tue Aug 28, 2012 7:20 pm
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Posted: Tue Aug 28, 2012 7:24 pm
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Posted: Tue Aug 28, 2012 7:26 pm
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Posted: Tue Aug 28, 2012 7:39 pm
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Posted: Tue Aug 28, 2012 7:40 pm
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Posted: Tue Aug 28, 2012 7:42 pm
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Alkidike
Long, pointed ears, black, bug-like eyes, and antennae characterize this completely female species. Standing, on average, between five and six feet, they loom above most Earthlings. Their antennae are much like those belonging to an insect's. They're long and flexible, but not muscular; although they can twitch and be moved slightly, they are not strong enough to be maneuvered to any great degrees. They are, however, capable of picking up trace vibrations in the environment, which is what makes the Alkidikes such excellent hunters.
This unique band of sisters originates from Chibale Island. At the center of the island is Aisha, the shimmering, brilliantly blue tree from whose rich, pink, lotus-like flowers every Alkidike is born. A strong-willed tribe of warriors and mystics, they consider themselves to be the oldest species and, thus, have deemed it their duty to explore the entirety of Tendaji.
Although they return to Chibale to breed and perform spiritual rites, the Alkidikes have settled in Jauhar, the rainforest on the mainland. They primarily dwell within the smooth, violet trunks of the tallest, straightest, most awe-inspiring emergent trees in the region. Entrances to their vertical homes are often hidden underground amongst the trees’ deep, intricate networks of roots. The Alkidikes can travel easily through their trees, allowing them to access the upper canopy, where food is particularly abundant.
These women feel entitled to the land and do not appreciate having to share their home with the Shifters. A tension has been created through this dissension that has turned Jauhar into a bloody battle field on more than one occasion.
Religion: The Alkidikes worship the great tree Aisha as their mother and creator. While they might recognize other deities as the creators of other species, they believe Aisha to be the supreme ruler. After all, she is a living, tangible part of Tendaji from which every one of their people is born. To them, this alone is enough proof of their racial superiority and entitlement to the entirety of Tendaji, not just Jauhar.
Government: The Alkidikes are run by a group of matriarchs, the Elders. There is no set number of Elders, nor is there a specific age at which one may obtain this rank; Alkidike women obtain this status by proving themselves as leaders within the tribe. Every so often, an Alkidike will show great spiritual promise. These few are the only ones not required to follow the warrior path. Although the Elders have a say, the tribe looks to their spiritual leader and mystic (currently Eshe) for guidance in dire situations or in things on which the Elders disagree.
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Posted: Tue Aug 28, 2012 7:42 pm
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Posted: Tue Aug 28, 2012 7:42 pm
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Posted: Tue Aug 28, 2012 7:43 pm
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Posted: Tue Aug 28, 2012 7:43 pm
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