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 Posted: Mon Apr 06, 2020 6:51 pm
Frequently Asked Questions
If you have any questions, please post them here and a staff member will respond as quickly as possible!
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Posted: Mon Apr 06, 2020 6:54 pm
WORLD
LOCATIONS
What does Tale look like exactly and how are the houses structured?
Leaf earthlings live in the trees as well as on the ground. But, generally speaking, there are ladders that they use, rope ladders, or built into the trees. These trees are smaller than those in Jauhar, but still pretty gigantic. The trees in Jauhar average 100 ft+ while the trees in Tale can grow to 70-80 ft. The difference is the pocket formation that the trees grow in Tale. The forests grow on top of water pockets in the earth, so they only sprout up in clusters (making forests stretch only a few miles in diameter before it's exchanged for sandy plains). Not all of the housing is connected to one another, usually families string their houses together to form chains between the generations, but they would be connected by small rope bridges. The market and other large buildings such as inns are on the ground, typically near trees to help with the structure. Tale's markets are open air markets, so instead of buildings, it's stalls gathered together in a local place. Platforms are usually built into the trees, using the trunks as a support for their cantilever structures. The same is true for the living situation of shifters.
What do Zenan villages and housing look like?
Their houses are typically built in sturdy dense wood to keep the cold out, and their villages have a touch of civilization like roads and porches, multi-floor designs (though typically not more than 3 floors), jobs like snow shovelers so their is usually a build up of snow against buildings to keep the roads clear. Busier roads have actual stone pavement, while most just stick to flat earth. Something similar to this.
Are there settlements outside of the official settlements in Tendaji?
The vast majority of the people of Tendaji live in one of the official settlements. We don't limit owners to just living in those specified locations though so there is the possibility of random families living somewhere off on the outskirts somewhere, and we don't mind if there are other super small settlements created to fit with the character's story.
Is there anything noticeably different about the Yaeli people and their culture from the rest of mainland Tendaji?
No, the yaeli are at the same cultural and technological level as the rest of Tendaji. They use the same means of travel and the same materials for buildings and cities as the rest of the mainland, and use the same methods for hunting, gathering, and cooking as everyone else.
What do Kaha’iko villages look like, and how are their homes constructed?
The Kaha’iko enjoy dual level houses that sit near and over the river. For the smaller settlements, these homes branch out across the river like a bridge, but the biggest settlement is forced to keep the homes near the shore because of the strong current of the river. Their homes are made of a mix of stone foundation and woven walls. Some of the larger settlements use the wood collected from the area to build sturdy walls. All of the homes have a lower level where the Kaha’iko live and an upper level reserved for dry storage.
What do Menehune villages look like, and how are their homes constructed?
The Menehune live near the shallower waters of the Elehun, where they have developed houses of dried mud and wood. These houses are often made of one round room per family, with wood or stone ‘walls’ that control the entrance to and from the area. The roof is slanted, with a small hole in the top for their central hearth. For storage, the Menehune use pots that they mount on the walls or store near the shore.
What do Hapuna villages look like, and how are their homes constructed?
The Hapuna live on the shores of the Haukea, where they have simple homes in the natural environment. The Haukea also build platforms near the reefs on the water where the Hapuna can easily sunbathe during their free time. The major design of each settlement is around the connection of the people, and the marketplaces that bring them all together to interact.
What do Moakai villages look like, and how are their homes constructed?
The Moakai live deep in the trenches of Ka'lei, where most light cannot reach beyond the dense forest above. Instead of natural light, they use the bioluminescence from the plants and animals to light their towns and settlements, leaving a dusky glow about the towns. Their homes are carved into the natural rocks of the land, dug in to walls of the trench or the rocks on the floor. Because they are housed in landmarks of safety, there are no known settlements outside of the four established ones in Ka'lei. Between each of the settlements are strategic markers left to guide those unfamiliar with the depths of the trenches, and often one will need a seasoned guide if they have never traveled so far into Ka’lei.
HISTORY/MECHANICS
What is the cultural equivalent of Tendaji's technology in real history?
Tendaji is purely fantasy-based and isn't set to a specific culture or era. Kan doesn't feel comfortable enough with any specific history to give a definite answer to this, but they can be seen as having similar technology to Ancient Rome… ish...
How long was Matori slave to the Obans?
The enslavement goes way way back in their history. Roughly 200 years back, so there aren't any living people who were around before Matori became a slave nation, though it wasn't always a thing.
Do things like ghosts and spirits exist?
Ghosts do not exist in Tendaji. While some religions in Tendaji believe in spirits, these are non-corporeal entities in concept, and not actual spirits that can be seen or communed with. Like in this world, there are those who want to believe, or do believe in spirits, but there is no actual proof of them, and most would believe anyone who would claim to know of spirits would be crazy or not in their right mind.
What happens on Mt. Xi’i?
Zena is home to Mt. Xi'i, the largest mountain in Tendaji and permanently covered in snow. The journey to reach Mt. Xi'i is long and difficult, blocked by smaller rocky mountains, and cut off by cliffs so not many know of the going-ons there. The council in Zidel are the only people in contact with those on the mountain and stories leak through about prophets and oracles leading Zena from their permanent home on the mountain. When the council needs word on an issue from the Oracle of Mount Xi'i, a lone messenger is sent to make the dangerous journey and is only to speak directly to the council upon return and no one else. When the situation is grave, one of the men or women of Mt. Xi'i themselves will travel down to bring word of what the Oracle has seen. The celebration event in Zidel every year is the closest all Zenians get to Mt. Xi'i and is to celebrate Bergchi and her mysterious Oracle.
Is there monetary currency in Tendaji?
A lot of it is bartering, but there is currency. It is widely used gold and silver pieces. The currency doesn't differ between earthlings and Alkidike, though Alkidike prefer to barter between Sisters and take gold from earthlings. There is much more currency exchange in Zena, Oba, and Belrea than in the rest of Tendaji.
Are there mines or areas where crystals can be found?
Crystals can be mined from the forests of Jauhar and Yael where they grow naturally on the ground and in the trees, in the mountains of Sauti and Zena to the north, and in the mines and mountains of Belrea (though Belrea rock is more known for fuel sources than crystals).
Do the yaeli remember far enough in their history to know that they were originally outcasts and criminals?
It's been long enough that almost 10 generations have passed since the original people were sentenced to Yael. The people of Yael no longer know that their original ancestors to the island were criminals, somewhere along the lines deciding to omit that from their history.
Does anyone know IC that the toxins are the cause for the Yaeli eye glow and their darkened colors?
Not as fact. There is speculation, and there are theories, but it hasn't been proven without a doubt. Usually people refer to the cause for their dark colors as more of a story, or attribute it to the Gods.
What is the life span of all of the species?
They all have varied lifespans, listed below. This does not mean that you have to kill off your characters after you grow to a certain point. This is just for those that are curious and want to use it in RP or something.
Earthling - 80-95 years
Alkidike - 100-110 years
Kahikinans - 80-95 years
TRAVEL
Passage between Matori and the other territories are dangerous, is it impossible to get through?
Not necessarily. Northern Matori is the base of the cliffs that cut it off from the rest of Tendaji, leaving Matori with a ton of waterfalls, and sharp ledges that make it difficult to get through. Southern Tale also has dense almost impassible forests overgrown with vegetation so that's also a problem, making the only safe passage through Oba and up into Jauhar (hence the war's route). But it is possible to get from Matori to the other territories through these obstacles, just not wise, not very often tried, and usually requires specialized equipment to pass.
What are normal traveling times in Tendaji?
It really depends on where the villages are located. For example, Yera to Sol would be less than two days journey on foot. By animal (whether riding it or using a cart) would shorten the time by probably 1/3. To go from Sulburi (Oba's capital) to Yera (which requires going west through Jauhar and then north) would take much much longer, around two to three weeks of traveling. To get from Matori to anywhere else besides Oba would require much much more traveling since Matori's only viable exit is through Oba. To reach Zena from Setal (Matori) would take at least 7 weeks of traveling.
How hard is it to get to or leave Yael?
Yael is a large island off of the coast of Tendaji, but it is still very difficult to get there or back. The distance between the coasts of Tendaji and Yael is about 100 miles at the closest point (200 to the dearest dock). This means days at sea before being able to reach the other side. While the north end of Yael does have beaches, the closer to the volcano you get, the more rocky and impossible it is to dock. The distance is only the first problem, the seas are infested with large and dangerous fish, the size of the boats themselves, and many ships can get tossed onto any of the rocky outcroppings surrounding the island (even on the beach side of Yael).
What are normal traveling times in Kahikina?
It really depends on where the villages are located. The main source of travel through Kahikina is water-based, so the type of boat as well as the water conditions all effect travel times. A character to expect to spend a fair amount of time on the water to reach their destination. To see a full map of the settlements, as well as a distance guide, please see the Settlement page.
How difficult is it to scale the waterfalls to Noelani Spring?
The Kaha’iko have created a stair system behind the falls, allowing travelers to easily climb up the cliff to the springs. This trip can take a day, and to ensure that travelers can rest, small caves have been dug out of the cliff side at varying intervals. If one does not begin the climb early in the day, there is a cave near the halfway point where an inn has been constructed, so travelers can rest before continuing on.
Where are the ports in Tendaji and how do they get to each continent?
We've attached a map with the different routes that the people of Tendaji can take to get back and forth from one land mass to another. The route in yellow is the only way to travel by airships. The routes in red are all ship routes and the cities they drop off their passengers in.
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Posted: Mon Apr 06, 2020 7:01 pm
FLORA AND FAUNA
FLORA/FAUNA/SPECIES
Can fauna be kept outside their natural habitat?
Yes. Although characters will not see fauna from other lands, they can bring them back. It is important to consider ICly how the character has encountered and acquired fauna from other regions. Because there are no familiars at this time in the shop, how you encounter and keep the fauna are up to you.
Are there any other snake-like creatures in Tendaji besides the Keldari?
Yes. None are detailed at the moment, but there would probably be snake-inspired creatures in areas like Oba, Matori, Jauhar, and Yael.
Would the toxins on Yael effect the other races?
No. The Yaeli are the only species that is effected by the terrain and it took generations to accomplish. The others would not be effected.
Would the food on Yael cause any sort of illness to the other races?
It's more like a funny tasting water sort of thing. The Yaeli have found ways to prep the food and drink to reduce any harm, it would just be a weird aftertaste to the other races. If they were to go out and forage for food themselves, there could be upset stomachs if the food is not prepped first.
Where would most of the grains in Tendaji be grown?
Grains can be found mostly in Sauti, Oba, Yael, and Belrea. While there are a lot of places that aren't conducive to growing grains, the people try to manage so even though it's not as common elsewhere, they can be found in most areas of Tendaji.
ROLEPLAYING
What is the carrying limit for a scorra?
A scorra can carry small things, all the way up to the weight of a youngling IC, but they are not mounts and cannot carry anything much heavier than that. (So a max of around 50lbs on its back if that helps).
Are sprites rare, is there lore surrounding them IC?
There isn't really any lore surrounding them, they're considered to be like all the other animals in Tendaji. The winter sprites are almost exclusive to Zena, while the summer sprites are located in Tale and Jauhar.
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Posted: Mon Apr 06, 2020 7:07 pm
HYBRIDS
CULTURE
Are Aishan hybrids allowed to live with their Aishan Sisters?
Typically they can only live within Aishan culture if they follow the way of their race (choosing an aishan class and aishan culture, i.e. wearing dreads, their clothes, etc).
How would Aishans view a hybrid with dreads of a different color?
The same as they would view most hybrids. Most will not like them and will not accept them. They may tolerate them if they are female and largely resemble their Aishan side. The opinions on hybrids are becoming increasingly less hostile, but certain stigmas still remain to this day.
How are hybrids viewed on Kahakina?
Hybrids are very rare in Kahikina, because of the limited contact between the four races. The Menehune and the Moakai would be more resistant to accepting a hybrid, as they focus on keeping to themselves and their society. It is more likely that any family containing hybrids would be accepted by the Kaha'iko and the Hapuna, as they are a much more welcoming group to differences culturally.
APPEARANCE
Do mixed breeds with Shifter in them shift?
Halfbreeds and others with part shifter really depend on a case by case basis. Most half shifters do not inherit their changing colors and only shifter colors can shift (so shifter colored skin and/or shifter colored eyes). The odds of a mixed breed keeping their shifting appearance is about 1:4, and even less if there is less than half-shifter in them.
Would Alkidike hybrids be able to have black scleras and colored iris?
No, this is not possible due to the biology of the eyes between earthlings and Alkidike.
Do Aishan hybrids have the poor eyesight of the Aishan, or the eyesight of earthlings?
This is based on the physical choices the owner has made when creating the character. If the character has Aishan eye anatomy then they will have the poorer eyesight that the anatomy of the eye comes with. If the character has earthling eye anatomy, then they will have an earthling's eyesight. Since this is a physiological trait difference passed on genetically there is no in between. The eyes of the earthlings and the Aishans are quite different in makeup so it's either one or the other regardless of what color the eyes are.
Would Kahikinan hybrids be able to have markings in locations from both parents?
No. Marking location is a dominant trait, so hybrids would always have their marking locations based off of one parent only. The other location would be recessive.
How would marking color work on a hybrid?
marking color also is dominant based on a single parent. However, it is split between major and accent colors. For example, a hybrid child may have brown markings as a major trait from their Menehune parent, but an accent color of light blue from their Kaha'iko parent. There is no way that markings would mix in terms of two or more major colors or two or more minor colors from each parent. The colors that do not pass on visually would be recessive.
Can Kahikinan special traits like the Menehune's barbels pass on?
Yes! Racial special traits can pass on to hybrids, although it is impossible to have more than one racial special trait pass on to a child.
Why do some hybrids have rules about what colors have to match the others, like with hapuna and moakai hair/markings?
The hapuna race and the moakai race have genetic markers that restrict their hair and marking colors to strictly matching each other. So if a moakai and a hapuna were to come together to make a hybrid, there is still a 100% chance of that marker still being in their genetics (so the colors for their hair must match their markings). If a moakai were to breed with a menehune, then there is only a 50% chance that the marker would still be there, so races like the menehune and kaha'iko don't have those specific restrictions when combined with the hapuna or moakai.
MECHANICS
What are the chances an Aishan hybrid would have reproductive organs?
This is up to owners, though hybrids with less than 1/2 Alk blood almost always have reproductive organs.
Can characters have more diluted ancestry?
Yes! Having mixed ancestry other than parents or even grandparents is definitely allowed and believable and gives even more variety to Tendaji. The only thing to note is that if a character is less than 1/8 a race, it will not show up in the cert. All subtle lineages should be noted when questing (and in their journals) Another thing to note is if the lineage changes the appearance from the norm of their main species, the character counts as a hybrid.
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Posted: Mon Apr 06, 2020 7:10 pm
AISHANS
CHIBALE/ZINRIS/CHIUME/KIROS
Can earthlings go to Chibale or visit Aisha (or the other Aishan areas)?
NO. Earthlings cannot travel to Chibale or see Aisha, even if they're just waiting at the shore. It is considered insulting/rude/blasphemous and/or an attack, etc for earthlings to even touch Chibale soil. The only way an earthling can go to Aisha is to breed, and only when they are breeding. (They cannot go visit just because they've been there before.)
Do the Alkidike return to Chibale every year for a ritual? Do earthlings have the same thing?
The Alkidike travel back to Chibale Island once a year. It is only available to the Alkidikes and possibly Half-breeds, depending on whether they were brought up as Alkidike children or earthling children. This event happens for a couple of weeks in the summer, around July. The same is true about the other three Aishan locations. And yes, Earthlings also have an event to celebrate their species though it is not as secretive as the Alkidikes or as exclusive. In the early summer, around May and June, the earthlings throw a celebration, or a series of celebrations depending on if more than one location is holding the event.
Does the Alkidike ritual happen at a specific time?
It only happens once a year and at the same time for all alkidike. The Alkidike gather under Aisha and pretty much celebrate her in all of her glory. These celebrations last days on end and after the ritual, the Alkidikes are free to return to their homes/previous locations.
Is being born from a lotus the only criteria to visit Aisha?
Born from a lotus is not the only criteria to visiting Aisha. Only those who are following the path of the Alkidike are allowed to visit Aisha (so full alkidike and hybrids who are an alkidike class).
Do Aisha and Elzira look different in appearance?
Elzira is still growing, so right now it is much smaller than Aisha and will be for quite a while, but Elzira, having grown from polluted soil has changed color to match the trees in Yael, as well as it's surface being more gnarled than Aisha's smoother bark.
CULTURE
How can the mystics tell which bloom belongs to which Aishan mother?
Just like the bloom of a mystic has a unique and distinct aura, the other blooms the trees produce have their own feeling of familiarity. The mystics are able to tell which flower belongs to which mother by the aura that the flower emits during growth.
What are the roles of older Aishans in their society?
All are considered elders to an extent, only a few are given the role of Elder (as in part of a council). The Aishan races are extremely battle inclined women, so once they are too old to fight, they pick up trades such as sewing, cooking, crafting, weapon work, training the younger generation, staying home with the younglings during battle, etc. The older generation are responsible for all of the societal work that does not include battle. This means that Aishans that do not fight are incredibly rare. Incredibly rare and frowned upon unless they are unable to fight.
How do the Elaria view the Matron and other Alkidike Elders?
Over time the alkidike elders that had started Zinris and the elaria have passed or grown very old in age. The Matron is not longer a representative of the Elaria and with her passing the strict view of the extremists have relaxed.
APPEARANCE
Do the Elaria have any physical or mental ailments from the toxins on Yael?
No. Elzira, like Aisha, works to purify the earth around it, so by the time the flowers began to grow the toxins were already absorbed and purified. Elzira wouldn't have started to bloom if it would have posed harm to the children inside.
MECHANICS
How do Alkidike eyes work?
I'm not super informed on the science behind how animal and bug eyes work, but it's more like the eye of a jumping spider (but just one set of eyes obviously)
Does an Alkidike's vision go worse faster because of the light?
The Alkidike are made to live in the bottom level of the rainforest, where not much light comes through (pretty much eternal night/dusk except for the edges of the forest) so their eyes register dimmer lights than the earthlings. They do come from the islands though, which have more light involved in their day to day and have developed an extra organ to filter the excess. Direct sunlight, while it doesn't physically hurt (for a while at least), takes its toll on the Alkidike eye and most who venture out from the forests tend to lose their vision as they age, eventually becoming blind by the time they're around 60-70 depending on what the prolonged exposure was like. The snow bouncing off of Zena for instance kills the organ helping with light absorption faster, so their eyes would go bad earlier on in their life. Since the characters aren't really played even into their 50s it's not such a big deal about the going blind part unless they want their characters to go blind. Alkidike do tend to have worse vision than earthlings, which the antennae compensate for some, it's just not really common knowledge.
Are a lot of Alkidike elders visually impaired?
A lot of elders are visually impaired, but there are still many many many Alkidike that never leave the forests except when visiting Aisha (and then there are those who never leave the island so they might not ever get the full effect of sun on them). Once a year exposure is not enough to blind Alkidike even in their old old age.
Do all Aishans have the same classes as the Alkidikes?
Yes. The elaria, vandrea, and elidae are being raised with alkidike ideals, they will only be able to follow Aishan classes.
How sensitive are Aishan antennae and tendrils?
Antennae and tendrils are fairly sensitive, more so than regular ears. They can feel, they are sensitive to pain, and can be used to sense vibrations. The tips are where most of the nerves are, so to pierce the antennae/tendrils would be very painful and limit their use, though some still opt to do so.
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Posted: Mon Apr 06, 2020 7:19 pm
SPECIES BEHAVIOR / CULTURE
SOCIETY
What are the views on homosexuality, polygamy, cheating and marriage throughout Tenadji?
Each group has its own set of religious and cultural beliefs (found in their respective Species Info threads), but in general, polygamy and cheating would both be frowned upon. Loyalty is an important trait to have in societies that depend upon mutual, group support for survival, so marriage (although not given that name specifically) would be looked at as a life bond between two individuals. No group has ever (…yet?) come close enough to extinction to make fruitful child bearing more important than that loyalty. As far as sexuality is concerned, individuals may choose to be with whomever they desire. Some Earthlings may be disappointed to see a same-sex couple, simply for the fact that the couple would be unable to produce children without the help of a surrogate or donor, but it is certainly neither a taboo nor unheard of. Especially among the Alkidikes, same-sex relationships are incredibly common (after all, there are no men around). With them, it is more of the opposite, where it is strange to see an Alkidike woman with a man… especially because that means he is at least half-some other species.
What are the marriage rituals for all the tribes?
All races and species of Tendaji have a marriage ceremony, though they can range from area to area. The Alkidike gather around Aisha and swear they're spirits to each other, usually in privacy, though in special occasions with guests. The Yaeli go to the Sanctum to officially seal their marriage to each other. The Shifters, Leaf, and Water earthlings all have large parties/celebrations where entire villages join in on the fun and dancing, drinking and partying late into the night surrounded by bonfires. The Wind and Ice earthlings celebrations can range from very small (in the case of wind nomads) to very large. It is a celebration in the same sense, though the wind earthlings seal their vows with a decorative wreath that each wear, connected by ribbons to one another. Oban weddings are probably by far the most formal, having the marriage ceremony, then a dinner with partying afterward (sort of like by today's standards) though their parties are still large and rambunctious with lots of drinking and fun.
Do same sex rituals differ from heterosexual relationships?
Same sex celebrations are the same as heterosexual ones. No one is shunned from creating a bond with one another.
Are there rituals for surrogacy/donorship?
Surrogacy and donorship are intimate choices in a couple's relationship and one does not require a ritual or any sort of announcement of the choice.
Are there customs/rituals for having children?
Having children doesn’t really have a ceremony. Their villages of course will wish them good luck, and there will be gifts delivered to their houses from the rest of the village, but there is no official 'ceremony' of sorts to announce the child.
Do halfbreeds change the rituals at all?
The only way a half breed would change the ritual at all would be if it were an Aishan x Earthling relationship. This would cause more controversy and would have to be dealt with as to whether they share in Aisha's or Earthling's wedding rituals, both of which would probably be smaller than usual do to the unconventional circumstances. In mixed earthling marriages, there could also be some controversy, but not nearly enough to cause a stir or change in ceremony.
What are the death customs of Tendaji?
A lot of it is just burials in cemetery like lots of land. The Alkidike take their Sisters back to the Islands where they have a night ceremony, bringing them back to Aisha, and then floating them off to sea on a pyre. The earthlings have funerals and bury their dead, leaving a stone marker in their place. They usually bury their deceased and pass their belongings down to kin during the ceremony. Each earthling tribe uses a specific burial blanket during their funerals.
When there is war, do people pay respects to the opponents' dead?
When the opposing side falls, the side left will line the bodies up for their family to collect, but they don't really pay much more respect than that. They do not desecrate bodies or (typically) pillage after battle.
What makes a family wealthy, middle class, or poor in Tendaji?
There is no hypothetical amount I can place on what a wealthy family would be since there is no standardized rate of exchange throughout Tendaji. Usually the key to discerning it is just how comfortable their daily life is. A lot of the areas of Tendaji still use bartering as a system, so monetary trading doesn't have much value to them, but they could have a plethora of nice belongings and be considered a wealthy family.
Do the people of Tendaji still have tournaments after The Tournament from the meta?
It's a form of entertainment, but generally speaking they do. It's spread out and not very common, but every once in a while the call for fighters will go out for those who are interested. Like the one in the meta, it's all in good fun and usually comes with a burst of merchants and a fair-like celebration. Official tournaments run by staff will also be announced when the time comes.
Is there a school system in place for younglings, or are they all home schooled?
The younglings of Tendaji are a mix of both. The Aishans tend to train and study together, taught by one of their elders until they are old enough to take on other responsibilities. The earthlings of Tendaji offer the same type of learning environment (without the more intensive training of the Alkidike), but there definitely are those who are home schooled. Usually those who live further away from the larger villages and cities are home schooled, or those lesser few who live in a city and parents choose to home school regardless.
What is the relationship between the Yaeli and the rest of Tendaji like currently?
It has been enough time that while the Yaeli might still be wary of normal earthlings, or some might still be fearful, the majority would at this point be willing to accept that there are other civil people in the world and be open to interaction.
What is the education system on Belrea like?
The entirety of education on Belrea is centered around the Academy and their Sectors. While the lectures directly from the Academy focus on the adults (and an idea that there is never an age to stop learning), there are classes for children within their Sectors. Usually it is groups of children much like a normal classroom where adults will help the children acquire the attitude and resources necessary to facilitate learning beyond normal schooling and encouraging them to take up personal projects in their own time. Essentially they are being taught skills to learn on their own rather than focusing on memorization of information. These classes are held by an adult within their sector, only teaching those who are from the same sector, and once the children are old enough (usually prentice stage) the children will become more of an apprentice and learn one on one from someone within their own sector rather than a classroom setting.
How do the yaeli deal with criminals?
The yaeli deal with criminals in much of the same way as the rest of Tendaji. It really depends on the severity of the crime. If someone was caught stealing, they might be detained in what is basically a jail and made to pay essentially a fine. If someone is caught for murder, the result might be sentencing that person to death themselves.
What is the average family size in Kahakina?
Average family size depends on the location in question. For instance, the Kaha'iko travel more often and will have smaller families in the river area, most only having two to three children max. In the lake areas the families might have one or two additional kids because they are more stationary. The Menehune, as a working race, will often have larger families with up to six or eight children per family on average.
What are the relationships between the Kahikinan races?
Kahikina is a very hospitable setting, and there are no hard feelings between any of the races. While the Menehune might not understand or agree with what they consider to be decadence from the Kaha’iko, there is no animosity between the two races. The Kaha’iko just for the most part find the Menehune interesting and don’t quite understand them either.
In terms of the new races, both the freshwater and the sea races are hesitant when interacting with each other. The relationship is new, and unfamiliar to everyone, so there's a lot of lessons to be learned. There's no anger or animosity between the groups, but there's definitely a lot of hesitance with getting to know their new neighbors.
RELIGION
What are the races views on heaven and hell?
It would most definitely depend on the culture. The Alkidike don't believe in a heaven or hell, they accept the circle of life and know that the dead's life energy rejoins Aisha after death to feed the natural world. The same idea goes for the leaf earthlings, that their bodies will feed the earth. Most of the other earthlings have some sort of belief as to what their version of 'heaven' or 'hell' is like, but we'll leave it up to the owners to decide what their character calls it and envisions it as.
Does the Sanctum have an effect on normal Yaelis' daily lives? Or are they just an official form of government?
The Yaeli are a deeply religious people, and there are churches in all cities and villages for the people to attend service and find guidance through the priests and priestesses that are stationed there. They follow the teachings of the Sanctum in their daily lives and it plays a fairly large role for them.
LANGUAGE
Do the species of Tendaji have a written language?
Theoretically: yes. All of the members of Tendaji speak the same common language and it does have a written form, though specifics of what it looks like have not been decided as of yet due to lack of necessity for it. Each individual culture and species also have unique languages that are spoken in their areas. For instance: the Alkidikes, being a completely different species as opposed to a different race, also have a separate language called the Language of the Trees which is the Alkidike native tongue.
Would the races have different dialects?
Canonically yes. The different races would have different dialects, some more than others. Yaeli would be one of the most different for instance, being completely detached from the mainland.
ORPHANS
Who takes care of parentless lotus children?
Though it isn't as frequent as lotuses that are pleaded for, Aisha does occasionally produce lotuses that are "parentless". These parentless children are first cared for by Eshe while they are still infants, but then handed off to volunteers. The Alkidike are a close knit sisterhood that don't shun the blessings of Aisha and willingly take in children as their own. "Parentless" children almost always don't even know about it, since their mother(s) raise them as if Aisha had granted them a gift they were always waiting for.
Are there earthling orphanages?
It's rare, but there are homes for stranded children. The Alkidike have them also, where Eshe tends to them. The earthling version would more than likely be small, with 3-5 children per nation/area. It doesn't happen very often that children are left without a place to go.
Would it be reasonable to have a village of smaller huts dedicated to orphans rather than one large home for them?
Unfortunately no. There would be no reason for them to build small homes for children when they would be cared for by adults. They would all share the same space as their caretakers.
MECHANICS
Can earthlings be infertile?
They can be born with ineffective organs or maybe have an accident when they were younger, so yeah, they can.
Are Yaeli glasses made of crystal or glass?
Yaeli glasses are made of glass processed into a corrective lens.
Do the earthlings have any special features from their races? IE: Water earthlings having an affinity to water like larger lung capacity?
No, the earthlings race names are purely aesthetic. Physically all earthlings are the same, there is no difference internally between the races. The names came to be as sort of nicknames in relation to the colors they developed over time and the locations they came from. (like the ice earthlings living in the mountains, the water earthlings having almost fish-like markings, the fire earthlings living in the desert.) Their real race names are things like Obans, Yaeli, Zenan, much like the location name they came from.
Can Crystals break, shatter, or fracture?
Crystals growing from earthlings are incredibly hard and difficult to break, harder than any rock found in Tendaji. It would take a massive amount of strength or strong determination in order to break off an earthling's crystals. They are so hard, they would not split or fissure, only chip off of the surface.
Is it possible to file down a chipped crystal?
It would take a metal file and someone who knew what they were doing like a healer, but they could be filed and in some extent polished.
Do crystals have nerves? Do they produce pain sensors?
The crystals of an earthling does not have nerves, the crystals themselves can't emit pain. But crystals are grown from the bone and out through the flesh, all of which do have nerves, so the pain would come from the surrounding bones and tissues.
Is it possible to fill a crystal with metal or clay if it were split or cracked?
The crystals would not split or crack, so they would not be able to be filled, only filed. There is also no means of something like this to happen in Tendaji with their level of technology.
Are the people of Kahikina restricted to being male or female?
Biologically, the aquatic races of Kahikina are hermaphroditic. While owners may choose to assign a gender to a character, all pairings may breed because of their biology. Owners will have the option to select male, female, or androgynous when creating a character, and this will be reflected on the cert. Artists also have the ability to edit the bases to reflect anatomy that users desire for their characters.
Do the people of Kahikina live underwater?
The people of Kahikina are more or less amphibious. The cities and villages in Kahikina are built mostly on land, but they can travel in water and can spend a longer than usual amount of time submerged than the normal races. Since the discovery of Kahikina by the rest of Tendaji, more areas are choosing to live the majority of their lives on land in order to accommodate their visitors.
Do specific Kahikina races have special features compared to other races?
Yes! Certain races have developed in unique ways as an adaptation to their environment. For example, the Menehune have developed barbels on their cheeks to help in their muddy swamps, while the Moakai have developed a bioluminescent bobber on their forehead to help light their way in the dark.
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Posted: Mon Apr 06, 2020 7:24 pm
SPECIES APPEARANCE
STANDARDS
What are the official crystal locations for each of the races?
Here is a chart of where crystals can be located. For pure-earthlings, crystals will only be located on their individual locations on this chart. For hybrids, they can appear in either location.
Do all girls have to have long hair/certain hairstyles?
It is most definitely not required at all. There are almost no restrictions to hairstyles in Tendaji, with some small exceptions (such as Alkidike having dreads, and hair color traits existing per race) And to eleborate: Alkidike have dreads as a sign of power. Because this is common knowledge in Tendaji, it would be really hard to find an earthling with dreads unless they were part Alkidike or Oban (who disregard Alkidike anger with them). This should be kept in mind when creating any character in Tendaji.
Can Aishans wear their hair in something other than dreads?
Aishans wear their hair in dreads as a symbol of their strength as an Aishan. It is the reason that earthlings do not wear their hair in dreads, and why Aishans continue to wear the dreads. An Aishan choosing to not wear dreads is the equivalent of saying they aren't proud of their heritage and being of Aisha. So... you can do with that as you wish, but it would be a monster change in their perception of their life.
Can other races eyes glow like the Yaeli?
No. The Yaeli's eyes glow due to a combination of their biology and their diet on the island. There is no way for a different race to obtain the glow, and if a Yaeli were to move off of the island for an extended period of time their glow would fade and disappear since they were no longer eating the same diet as if they were on Yael.
How do the Alkidike feel about tattoos?
Alkidike can have tattoos if they choose to. Culturally it would be frowned upon, mostly alks feeling that their body already came with all of the markings that their Mother wanted them to have. It would not be seen as a positive thing by other alkidike and they would be evaluated differently if they returned to Chibale with markings that aren't of Aisha.
Would Shifter infants be born off schedule with their shifting and eventually adjust?
Personally, I think it would be really cute to see shifter babies that are off rhythm, so I'm going to say that shifter babies adjust to their shifts after about a year and from then on, they match the rest of the race.
How does the Menehune modest lifestyle affect their clothing?
The Menehune follow Ko’kapu, a set of rules that guide them through their life. These rules are wide spread, and there are no Menehune that have not be raised without these guidelines. As a result, their outfits are much more modest, made with duller colors and lacking fancy designs. Although some may change their style thanks to influences from other races, any Menehune who currently lives in Elehun is expected to follow these guidelines, as they are strictly enforced. You can see more about the Menehune religion and the Ko'kapu in the Kahikina species thread.
What colors can Menehune get their tattoos in?
Menehune only have the technology to create black tattoos. There are no other colors they can get a tattoo in, nor would they wish to have any other colors thanks to their modest lifestyle.
What are the tattoo standards for the Menehune?
Menehune use tattoos as an expression of symbolism, and the design is a mix of tribal designs mixed with symbols significant to their culture (think Polynesian and Maori style). A Menehune may have multiple tattoos that they gain throughout their life, but always they have an important meaning. Some examples of the tattoos a Menehune might get are spiritual animals, interpretations of their gods, or locations and items that have a great impact on their life. If you have any questions on the types of tattoos you can get for your Menehune, please don't hesitate to ask!
When can Menehune start getting tattoos?
Menehune can begin getting their tattoos when they reach the prentice stage. Children are still too young to receive them.
How many barbels do the Menehune have?
The people of Elehun have a varying number of barbels. They can range from one pair up to three pairs, always located on the face near the mouth area.
Can the forehead lure on the Moakai be different lengths/styles?
Yes! There are three different lure lengths that a Moakai can have: Long, Medium, and Short.
How bright does the forehead lure glow?
While not as bright as a flashlight, the forehead lure does glow enough for a Moakai to use as a tool to see out about two feet into the darkness around them, as well as lure in others who may see the light. It is faint overall, and harder to see the closer to a light source they are.
How many hair colors can my character have?
Genetically characters can only have up to 2 colors. Characters can dye their hair to include more, but these are synthetic colors and not something that will pass down through breedings.
DISORDERS
Is it possible to have a character with a deformity, disorder or disability of some sort?
Any anomaly that makes a physical change to the art is reserved for event only (or breeding) characters. But anomalies or disorders that can't be seen can be quested, but require staff permission first! They are considered on a case by case basis, but we encourage owners to create unique characters with variety. When questing or creating the character, it would require some reason or explanation in their history/personality description.
What would an Albino shifter look like?
An albino shifter would consist of all of the light attributes of a normal shifter, such as light skin, light eyes, light hair, and even paler crystals, but strangely enough, they don't shift. Albinos are incredibly rare and because of the lack of pigmentation in the skin, they don't change as the others do and are constantly light skinned and prone to burning. They would be quite miserable and would require ample protection from the sun.
What would a melanistic Alkidike look like?
A melanistic Alkidike... is an interesting question. Melanism in the humanoid races are even more rare than Albino, and I would think that they would have dark brown skin and incredibly dark blue/black markings.
Can Alkidike antennae regenerate?
Alkidike antennae will not regenerate under any circumstances.
Is it possible for a water earthling to have different markings?
No. The marking areas and shape are set for water earthlings. They would not be able to have anything abnormal, the only variation is in the number of speckles per location.
Is it possible for markings to be located in different areas than the racial standards?
No. The marking areas and coloring are set for each race. Characters would not be able to have anything abnormal with their markings.
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Posted: Mon Apr 06, 2020 7:30 pm
OBTAINING A CHARACTER
QUESTING
Can an owner quest for more than one character at a time?
Yes. They will only be approved if you have character slots open for them though.
Do you have to mark a quest priority if you want it approved first?
If there's a specific one you would like to get approved first, just let us know somehow. Either mark priority or quote us or something.
Can you quest for a youngling?
Younglings are breeding only! You may only quest for a prentice stage character.
Can characters be trans/androgynous/nongenderbinary?
This kind of question is so much more than just are they allowed. We're not trying to discourage any kind of freedom with characters, but like with all other things a character could possibly be (gay, straight, hybrid, etc), it should be a part of who they are and something they might have to deal with on a daily basis and not just something to tag onto a character.
If you received a character related to another character, but that owner has retired, can you continue to make new family members?
You cannot recreate the original character that was related to your character, but you can build off of your own character and create siblings for them if you so choose.
What happens if my character's name is too long to fit on the shop graphics?
Unfortunately, if the name of your character cannot fit on the cert or thumbnail image without altering the design we will not allow the name. Reasonably speaking, our thumbnails fit up to 10 characters, it can be more depending on the width of certain letters (such as the width of an "i" compared to the width of a "w" ).
What are the rules about naming characters in Tendaji?
Tendaji is pretty lenient when it comes to naming, but all names are subject to final staff approval. Typically we request no overly english or japanese sounding names. So names like Mitsuki, Tamake, Ichigo wouldn't be allowed, as well as names like Brian, Denise, Fiona, etc. If you have a specific question about a name feel free to ask, but a good rule of thumb is to use fantasy sounding names, or names with African roots. Staff is always here if an owner needs help with naming ideas! Kahikinans have names that sound Hawaiian or Polynesian!
Can I use special character or letters in my character's name?
As a shop, we are unable to accommodate special characters in our certs and thumbnails. Therefore, we do not accept or track them for characters. You are welcome to still use them when referencing your character, but official shop names will only reflect letters from the English alphabet.
CHARACTER LIMITS
Are character limits waived during events?
No. Character limits are never waived unless they are specifically stated that they are. You can find it in the first post on the second page if it is. If it isn't being waived, it will not be stated so it should be assumed the character limit is in place unless you see otherwise.
Can I win more than one character in a shop event?
We aim to spread wins out as fairly as we can, which typically means one win per owner in most events. In the case that there aren't enough entries to give out all of the characters, owners who entered for more than one may win an additional character at the staff's discretion. Any exceptions to this will be clearly stated during the event.
PAYMENTS
Is there a price for getting a character in Tendaji?
Tendaji is completely free to play! Our events are free, usually resulting in an RP prompt or raffle/game of some kind, and breedings and quests are always free. There is a chance to obtain special fullbody art of characters through RLCs but it is not a requirement of the shop to pay any currency, real or through Gaia.
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Posted: Tue Apr 07, 2020 10:18 am
GROWING YOUR CHARACTERS
TIMER
When does the timer to submit another growth actually start?
The growth timer starts only after receiving an official approval in the growth request post. Owners will be quoted within their original post with an approval and the date approved for future reference.
When does the timer for the same character start after growth?
The timer for a character to grow again starts after they've received art. So if they officially grew, they would be able to begin RPing as the next stage, but their timer wouldn't start until their art was dropped (whenever that is ready).
GROWTH REQS
When waiting for art for a growth can a character be RPed as their next stage?
As long as the growth has been officially approved, you can begin to RP as the next stage.
Can extra RPs that take place in one stage be used in another's requirements?
RPs that take place in one stage do not count as requirements for another. It is considered to be a new chapter in a character's life and cannot be used for character development. (This includes solos and prps.)
How do solos stack up exactly?
Solos do not have to be related to each other in order to bunch together. They have to be at least 300 words each, and can be added together to create solo growth points. (ex: a 500 word solo and a 400 word solo can be added to make a total of 3 growth points)
Can solos count for youngling growth?
Yes! Younglings can now use solos or RPs for growths.
Do RPs need to be completed before submitting for a growth request?
We prefer that all RPs are wrapped up before submitting for a growth request, but there is no strict rule saying they need to be completed.
Is there a limit to how many adventure points a character can use per growth?
No. These points are still earned through participation with the character IC, so there is no limit to how many you can use. You cannot use an adventure to replace required solos such as class choice or breeding requirements.
If a character has already written a class affinity solo but changes their mind before growing out of prentice stage, can they write a new affinity solo?
Yes. As a prentice, a character can change their minds as many times as they need to, they just need to have a class affinity solo for whatever class they ultimately choose. Once they grow they are not able to switch classes.
CLASSES
Can a character switch classes?
No. Once a character has reached stage 2 of a certain class they will follow the course to stage 4.
Can artisan classes become writers?
Short answer: yes. The "Personal Title" Artisan class is basically for anything that doesn't fit in any of the other non-battle classes, including Writers, Crafters, Sculptors, Painters, etc. Even things like Masonry, Religious Devotion, etc, anything you can think of wanting your non-battle class character to do.
Is a singer a Minstrel or would they be their own class?
The minstrel class includes all musicians, so this would be those playing an instrument or using their voice.
What do the classes do? Like are the assassin class characters actually assassins?
The battle class characters have titles assigned to their names, but their jobs in Tendaji are not the same as their titles. When designing the shop we had to come up with some way to differentiate their paths, but assassins don't actually go out and kill people for money, just like guards don't just stand around guarding things all day. They're noncommittal titles that can help you create stories and histories for your characters, but they're not limiting the character's lives for the most part. With this being said, assassin class character could potentially be actual assassins, but this line of work is considered dark and not at all normal within Tendaji.
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Posted: Tue Apr 07, 2020 10:23 am
GROWTH ART
CHARACTERS
Can characters in Tendaji wear skulls?
Generally speaking, the animals of Tendaji are too large to use their skulls for fashion. Smaller skulls though can be worn, such as those of the keldari which are seen as good luck and can sometimes be seen on art on a belt/necklace/bracelet/etc.
WEAPONS
Are weapons required in growth art?
No! Artists may choose to add weapons, or owners may ask for weapons to appear, but they are not required for growth art in Tendaji.
Can non-battle class characters have weapons in their art?
If your character has chosen to go the route of a non-battle class, they can ask to have a small personal protection weapon added to their art.
Is there any way to get additional weapons added to their art besides their main weapon?
This is up to the artist. Owners can ask for multiple weapons but an artist can choose to limit it to one or whatever the pose allows for that stage.
MOUNTS/FAUNA
Can my character have an animal in my growth art?
No, unfortunately the character art will be only the character. Tendaji animals (even if they're used during adventures) will not show up in the art.
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Posted: Tue Apr 07, 2020 10:27 am
ACTIVITY
ACTIVITY
What constitutes as activity in reference to the activity rule?
You have to be active at least once every three months to avoid receiving an activity warning. This means just post somewhere. It can be in the main thread, in the guild, an RP, just saying hi, whatever as long as we see your face.
How long do I have to get my quest approved?
We don't have any limits for original quests, but for events and adoptables we allow owners one month to finalize their quests before we reassign the character to a new owner.
Can characters be rehomed?
As a shop policy we will only rehome characters in the prentice stage. If an owner chooses to leave the shop and would like their characters to be used again we will rehome them. If a character was won through an event and the owner does not complete their journal in the appropriate amount of time, they will be rehomed to the runner up.
How does a hiatus work with activity checks?
If an owner comes to staff and announces a hiatus to us we will note that in the staff thread and you will not be sent anything regarding activity during the period that the hiatus encompasses. If the end time was not specified, we will just check in with an occasional PM seeing how you're doing but nothing serious.
RETIRING
What happens if I retire a character and how can I un-retire them?
Retiring a character will open that slot back up for you as an owner. There is also a cool down between the time you retire a character to the time you can gain a new one in order to prevent this from being abused. Retiring a character should be done as a last resort because you just cannot continue on with whatever that character was doing or was as a person. If you would like to un-retire them, then you would need to open a slot back up first in order to make room for them.
What is the cool down when retiring a character?
If you do choose to retire a character please note that the cool down is one month per character. The time can stack, so if you retire more than one your cool down will be whatever that time frame is. During this time you cannot breed, win, quest, or custom any new character.
Can retired characters come back?
Yes! Retired characters are characters that are confirmed not active at the time. All an owner has to do is ask us anywhere they like if they can be reinstated and we will move them out of retirement.
If a character dies, is there a cool down like there is for retiring?
Yes. Killing off a character is more permanent than retiring. There is the one month cool down as well as the character never being able to be pulled back into active status.
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Posted: Tue Apr 07, 2020 10:35 am
ROLEPLAYING
POSTING
Can I RP two characters I own as one post?
All characters within an RP (normal or meta or otherwise) must have their own gaia posts in their own POV. You cannot combine characters together into one post. Posts such as these will not be counted toward the post count for any RP.
What does having one post per character mean technically?
Having one post per character means that in their post it is only their POV, only their thoughts, and only their actions. Character B cannot have inner monologue within Character A's post. Character A cannot initiate the actions of Character B, etc.
So things like Aminah's post: "Aminah pushed Sathe's shoulder. Sathe returned the favor and Sathe couldn't believe how angry her sister was and was hurt by her actions." would not be allowed since it is voicing Sathe's inner monologue within Aminah's post.
Something acceptable would be like "Aminah's post: Aminah pushed Sathe's shoulder, her anger showing in her eyes." Sathe's post: "Sathe felt her sister's hands hit her shoulder before she was pushed hard. She could see how angry Aminah was, etc." because this shows Sathe reacting to Aminah's actions and not Aminah initiating Sathe's response in Aminah's post.
Is there any advice for what staff looks for when approving RP reqs for growth?
Something to keep in mind when RPing with more than one of your own characters is - how would you RP with another owner? If you wouldn't write that way if you were RPing with someone else, then it's probably not allowed when RPing with yourself. Try to think of each of your characters belonging to a different person. Each person would put their own character in their own post and would have their own thoughts on what's going on.
Do chat RPs have to be posted within a thread as separate posts a well?
Yes. Chat RPs (whether discord, slack, etc) will have to be transcribed into a thread with a separate post per character, but one owner can do all the transcribing (so it's easier to transfer over).
Do the characters all have to stick to the same post order the whole RP?
The order of the posts can be fluid - as long as all owners are on board and each character only gets one post per round. So ok: chara1 then chara2, then chara3, then chara2, then chara3, then chara1. Not ok: chara1, chara2, chara1, chara1, chara3, chara1. (etc)
Are minimum post counts for each character?
Each character. Our counts right now are 10 posts per character for regular RPs and 7 per character for RPs with four or more characters involved.
NPCS
If I use NPCs in my RP, do they also need to have a separate post?
If NPCs are occasionally used in RPs it should be like hearing it from your character's perspective. So you wouldn't know what their internal thoughts were like as if they had their own post but your character can see what they're doing and hear what they're saying. They cannot have such a prominent part of the RP that they necessitate having their own post. Additionally, they cannot be used to RP with other owners outside of your own existing characters; for example, every post you make must include your character as a major player, and not the NPC.
TIMELINE
What are the rules on reminiscing RPs?
This is a case by case basis. If a character started as a prentice, then most, if not all, RPs taking place when they are younglings will be for fun. But if you feel that the RP did something to greatly influence your character, then you can PM Suhuba to get approval for it to count towards growth, but only during the prentice stage if they did not have a youngling stage. Memory/reminiscing RPs of any other kind will not be allowed to count towards growth.
Can a character's RPs jump around in their timeline?
Of course! As long as you know how your timeline goes, there's no issues. You can't go back in stages, like you can't RP as a prentice after they've grown to stage 2, but besides that there's no problems with jumping around.
CLASSES IC
What do the non battle classes do, mechanics/rp wise?
Non battle classes apply only to the RPs. Artisans make things IC, primas dance, minstrels sing and play songs, and collectors search the world for treasures and valuables. These things can be utilized in journals and in RP with others, to give more depth to a character.
Can spells be used in RP?
For RP purposes we've listed the allowed spells for those characters that choose not to participate in adventures (found in the RP forum). Those that do want to participate in adventures will have their own character sheet that will show what spells are available to them. These are all spells that can be used in RP as long as they belong to the class associated with the spell.
Are prentices able to use their weapons in RP?
Characters can RP using their weapons for practice purposes while in their prentice stage generally speaking. Prentices CANNOT use spells in RP. (Same for younglings.)
Do characters unlock their magical abilities in stage 2, or can they know some as a prentice?
All characters using magic "unlock" them at stage 2! Prior to that characters may not use magic in RPs.
Can healers sell their potions for others to take home and use themselves?
Yes. Healers and magic users can create potions, remedies that can be used by the patient without the healer being there IC.
What is a Sacred Heart's magic like? Is it taught to them, does it have to do with their weapon, or is it just something that they realize they can do?
Essentially they learn magic. The weapon isn't imbued with magic, but what they can do now is choose to cast spells or physically attack in battle since they're equally balanced in both. This is a super specialized class for the Alkidike and is taught to them directly from the residential Mystics. Alkidike are just as capable to learn the magic that the earthlings use, but their society puts a much bigger emphasis on physical strength and they make sure that all Alkidike learn to use physical power before those who choose to use magic can branch out. The Alkidike as a society doesn't put as much stock in the magical arts as they do with pure physical prowess.
SOLOS
What is a solo?
A solo is an RP containing only your character. The solo can include animal pets or wild animals or include characters that are NOT owned by anyone (including yourself) such as parents/random encounters/etc. Solos should not include the same NPC characters over and over again.
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Posted: Tue Apr 07, 2020 10:37 am
MISCELLANEOUS
MISC
What time zone should I use when posting forms for events or growths in Tendaji?
Tendaji runs in -5.00 EST. If something refreshes at midnight, it is EST midnight, if an event is noted to close at a certain time, the same rules apply (EST).
Why is older art on different bases?
They are discontinued bases used when the shop first started before the reopening. Some of those bases were relined to fit the new shop, but the others will not be used again.
Can an owner choose to change the name of their character?
Typically no. Any and all name changes must be part of a plot and cleared by the appropriate staff before it can be approved.
STAFF
Who judges contests in Tendaji and how are they judged?
Within Tendaji staff, the managers are the only ones who are able to judge in contests. First and foremost, all entries are judged based on their response to the prompt and the information asked for within the form. Judges do not judge based on writing ability, so a 'better' writer will not necessarily win, and judging does not discriminate against new owners vs established owners.
Are staff allowed to enter contests in Tendaji?
Staff are not able to enter contests to keep things fair. This includes artists and managers both in order to avoid any issues with judging. Staff are however still allowed to enter into contests that do not require judging. So auctions, raffles, and chance games are still open to everyone including staff unless otherwise stated.
But if staff aren't allowed to enter into contests or customs, how do they ever get new characters?
Staff are allowed to quest for characters and receive them that way, without having to wait for customs to open so it doesn't detract from other owners' chances.
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Posted: Tue Apr 07, 2020 10:38 am
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Posted: Tue Apr 07, 2020 10:38 am
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