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 Posted: Wed Apr 08, 2015 1:03 pm
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Posted: Wed Apr 08, 2015 1:59 pm
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"No matter how far you go, the same path lies in front of you."
~ ~ ~  The Barazahi'Haji Pack is an old pack. Members were drawn to it by a deeply embedded instinct- they were to seek out Paradise. The pack wandered for ages in search of it, but its gate was never found. Soon, a blight struck the pride. Many fell sick and died. The pack scattered- some managed to reconnoiter but were killed by lions. Some simply gave up on the dream of paradise, how could they believe in such a thing after an event like this? And yet others returned to the pack's last known location, only to find the bones scavengers hadn't made off with of their pack mates.
To those that survived all of these hardships, the times seemed to be those of the end of the world. Lions had grown so prevalent in the area, proof of the decay in the world. They were senseless beings- claiming land and slaying other species mercilessly. Warring amongst themselves- not only lions, but leopards and hyenas also! The Earth certainly could not take much more of this. Scattered though they were, the dogs who had been witness to all of the events of their generation became even more driven to find Paradise, even though they may be separate. The instinct was strong and deep in them, and they taught their pups. None of these dogs yet live today- too many moons have passed.
Generations later, there are descendants of this pack who are still inexplicably driven to seek Paradise, wherever it may lay. They are regrouping once more, believing that they will finally be the ones to find it and open it. For only Wild Dogs can enter Paradise- the world as it should be.
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Posted: Wed Apr 08, 2015 4:08 pm
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"They say there's no such place... as Paradise. Even if you search to the ends of the Earth, there's nothing there. No matter how far you walk, it's always the same road. It just goes on and on. But, in spite of that... Why am I so driven to find it? A voice calls to me... It says, 'Search for Paradise.'"
~ ~ ~ The Past: Once, long before memory, the world was a vastly different place. Wild dogs ran free, gaining all of the energy they could ever need from the moon. The world's animals were all dogs- proud and strong and capable. The Earth herself was clothed in grasses, trees, and flowers. The most important and prominent of these were Lunar flowers, blooming day and night- they cast a most delightful smell and were known to belong to this Paradise.
With time, however, some dogs began to feel comfortable. Less proud of what they were, these wild dogs started to forget what it was to be a dog. Their form changed forever, and neither they nor their pups could go back. Slowly, more and more dogs began to degrade, creating all of the animals who walk the Earth today- lions to grasshoppers. With this decay, both the lunar flowers and the power of the moon faded. Dogs and some of the other animals started to need to hunt and chase for their energy. Others needed to browse for plants to eat, and use their energy to flee the hunters, never being able to live in peace.
There were those who stayed strong in spite of this decay- they remain wild dogs still today. Not all can reach the deep instinct to find Paradise, but perhaps with a reminder, that instinct will surface again.
Paradise: All of the wild dogs in this pack believe that Paradise exists somewhere on Earth, and all of them are searching for it. None have ever found it. ((because, as we know, it doesn't exist ICly, but let's not crush their spirits.)) At least, none that are known of. Some believe that dogs have indeed found Paradise, but none would ever want to return to tell of it- none would want to leave it behind. Paradise is known to open at the end of the world.
While no dog has ever gone there and returned to tell about it, many feel they know some things about Paradise just by instinct. The general concensus is that Paradise is something of a "Garden of Eden." There is a gateway somewhere in the world that will lead to Paradise. Beyond that gateway is an entire Earth's worth of perfection. None but Wild dogs can enter, and it is just like the story of the beginning of the world. Dogs can feed on moonlight and romp in lunar flowers, which are abundant. Swim in pure lakes and oceans, unafraid of lions or any other threats- for there are none to be found.
Lunar Flowers: Lunar flowers are tied to Paradise- there is no Paradise without Lunar flowers. It is said that if one finds lunar flowers and waits for them to bloom under a full moon, they will guide the dog (or dogs) who found them to the gateway to Paradise. Their exact aroma is not known as no one knows if one has ever been spotted in living memory, but what is known is that the scent is strong and good. These flowers, though, are extremely rare. They cannot survive well in such a place of decay as the Earth has become. Still, if one finds a Lunar flower, they are both the path and the key to Paradise. The gateway needs a lunar flower present with any wild dogs who approach it in order to open.
The Moon: As mentioned in their beliefs about the past, the wild dogs of the pack believe that that the moon can provide energy to them. These days, this effect is most prominent under a full moon. While before its decay, the moon provided all of the nourishment that any dog could ever want, now it can only provide a fraction of what it used to. It can help quicken healing of minor woulds as well as give a healthy dog a boost in energy.
In actuality, of course, basking in the moonlight can do none of these things except for as a placebo effect.
Non-Wild Dogs: Again, as mentioned in their beliefs about the past, all other species are simply wild dogs who forgot what it meant to be a wild dog- forgot what it was like. The current animals are long-since descended from their wild dog ancestors, and have forgotten all about Paradise, Lunar flowers, the way the Earth was when it was young… All of it is lost to them. And the worst part is that they can never go back. These souls will never see Paradise. Dogs are not particularly mean to them. They are naturally wary of species bigger than them that threaten them harm and they will generally avoid them. They aren't really pitied either, since at least some dogs have never forgotten how to be a wild dog.
Disclaimer: All of this is typed from the point of view of the dogs in the pack. We all know what's possible IC and OOC- that shop lore dictates that Mkodi made all in existence, etc. But the older/"original" pack members generally believe these things. Really, the main two things that every dog, new recruit or old paw, in the pack believes are the main points about Paradise and Lunar flowers.
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Posted: Wed Apr 08, 2015 4:08 pm
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We've found a kind of paradise, below a sky so new. We've weaved a web of mystery so wide, we need the light of day. We've worn the cloak of secret lives, we've seen the truth, magic that we send... Searching for something new. Isle of Gold in flowers bloom
~ ~ ~ Species: Only Wild Dogs are allowed as full members- none of the other main species in the shop are allowed. Canine familiars are allowed as members without a bonded dog, but their ranks are restricted due to their smaller sizes and strengths. Other familiars are allowed to be bonded to a dog, but everyone understands that while they may search for paradise, they will never be permitted. And there was much sadness.
Pack Lands: These dogs are completely nomadic- they haven't ever had a specific territory. Wanderers all!
Interactions: This is a wandering pack, and as such, there's a lot of options for RP. These dogs can essentially be played like a rogue, except that they're part of a pack, which means that they'll come into contact with a lot of animals. Not every member will react the same, but everyone's allowed to RP with any members of other species. Rogues can RP at any time. I'm planning on announcing every so-often which prides they're nearby so that you could play on the borders of those prides, if allowed. :3 Members of other species may interact with pack members, but they will not be welcomed to join the pack, or even to stay the night with them.
Coat Color: A dog's coat color makes no difference to the pack. Older blood tends to have more natural coat colors, but all colors welcome and treated equally!
Gender: Likewise, gender doesn't make a big difference to the dogs as a whole. Individual preferences may apply, but there's no pressure from the pack as a whole.
Mates and Flings: The pack doesn't really care if you fling your genes around or if you select one lifemate. Lifemates are celebrated and recognized. The pack will not be supportive of an outside fling with lifemates, but they won't disallow it either. They're generally wary of anything that could cause a deep rift like this, however.
Pups: When a female in the pack is expecting and very close to being due, The whole pack stops while she dens. As soon as the pups can move, the pack splits into two parts, an advance section and a trailing section. The two parts always make certain that they can reach one another within half a day. This is so the pups can move at a slower pace with part of the pack.
Pack Stance on Gods: Individual thoughts on this vary, but as a whole, the pack acknowledges the existence of gods. They are kind of analogous to the Nobles from Wolf's Rain; unimportant unless they interfere with the search for Paradise. They are largely unconcerned with them, however, as they aren't all that different from lions- dogs that forgot how to be.
No gods are officially worshipped by the pack, but individuals are allowed to, as long as they are congruent with the pack beliefs. (Otherwise, why would they join? XDD)
Naming: More a tendency than a requirement, dogs in the pack tend to have simpler names- meaning few members of old blood have long complicated names.
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Posted: Wed Apr 08, 2015 4:09 pm
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"Why do humans always look to the sky? Why do you try so hard to fly when you don’t have any wings?"
~ ~ ~While the pack is pretty loosely organized, some still prefer to be recognized for a particularly strong skill of theirs, so a rank system was implemented. It is as follows:
Alpha: Since every wild dog pack needs an alpha of some sort, this one is no different! There's no lineage for it- it's usually the dog with the greatest drive and vision. 0 of 1 available ((I'm currently questing this member.))
Artisan: For dogs who need a creative outlet! The pack has found that sometimes trinkets may be bartered for food with wandering rogues, so it's beneficial. Unlimited
Hunter: While every dog is expected to take part in hunts, some who are especially talented may choose to specialize in it. These dogs will make sure that even if the pack moves to an area with few herds, they can still find something. Unlimited
Guard: Not every other animal out there is friendly. There's always the deranged weirdo who would get its kicks harming members of the pack. These guys are the force to call on should such a need arise. Unlimited
Sentry: Dogs who choose to be on the lookout for all sorts of things- trouble, herds, clues as to the location of Paradise… most anything! They tend to wander out in shifts a bit further than the rest of the pack and keep in touch by barking. Unlimited
Seeker: This is the default rank for the pack- they seek Paradise. These dogs do a little bit of everything from all other common ranks, but do not specialize in any one of them. Unlimited
Youth: Pups and adols take this rank. Pups are expected to learn and have fun, adols are expected to at least help out a little as one of the common ranks, but not expected to be as skilled as an adult. Unlimited
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Posted: Wed Apr 08, 2015 4:10 pm
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Even if I don’t see you
I can regain what we seek in the night;
Even if it’s really difficult
I’ll dance my path with the wolves.
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The dogs do not have many rituals, but they do have at least something. ((If you have any ideas for rituals, please do mention it! I'd love to hear what other people might have in mind. :3 ))
Full Moons: On the nights of the full moon, the dogs are particularly active. Each full moon the pack unites and howls, more as a bonding experience. This is often followed by a hunt with as many members as possible.
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Posted: Wed Apr 08, 2015 4:11 pm
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"Even if Hell is what we're headed towards. You people may not have been able to find Paradise, but there's absolutely no doubt in my mind... that we will."
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Joining: This pack is quite open- most dogs have been rogues at some point or another and they are not wary of them. If a rogue dog wants to help them find Paradise, they are welcome to join. They are brought to the alphas and introduced. That night, they are introduced to the pack as a whole. Nearly every wild dog would be welcome to join, if they seek Paradise. However… Dogs with an evil disposition will more than likely be turned away.
Leaving: These wild dogs understand- the journey to Paradise is not an easy one. It is taxing and tiring, and those who are truly driven feel that it is their entire life's purpose to find Paradise. The life isn't for everyone- whether they are born in or joined as an adult. So the pack allows individuals to leave their ranks and try their luck as a plain old rogue, including pups that were born-in but have grown old enough to think and provide for themselves. Dogs who leave and find the fire is even stronger in them to find Paradise are welcome back- such a thing used to happen a lot before the pack was scattered.
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Posted: Wed Apr 08, 2015 4:12 pm
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That hot dog must've fried your brain!
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When questions arise that would make for good clarifications, they'll be added here! :3 Check back later!
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Posted: Wed Apr 08, 2015 4:14 pm
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Posted: Wed Apr 08, 2015 4:15 pm
Looking to join or quest for a member? Here's your chance! Just post the appropriate form in this thread and you'll be added to the list!
For quests, I am willing to help cover/fully cover the cost of a custom adult! PM me for info on that if you need it.
Existing WD:
[color=darkslateblue][size=14]They say there's no such place…[/color][/size]
[b]Username:[/b]
[b]WD Name:[/b]
[b]Cert or uncert image:[/b] [URL=]Dog's name[/URL]
[b]Personality:[/b]
[b]Original or new member?[/b]
[b]Desired Rank:[/b]
Quest WD:
[color=darkslateblue][size=14]I'll see you in Paradise…[/size][/color]
[b]Username:[/b]
[b]WD Name:[/b]
[b]Rough physical description/image:[/b] because I'm curious. 8DDD
[b]Personality:[/b]
[b]Original or new member?[/b]
[b]Desired Rank:[/b]
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Posted: Wed Apr 08, 2015 4:16 pm
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