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 Posted: Wed Feb 10, 2016 7:33 am
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 Bahari'mtoto (Epine de Rose) - The Pride is bringing it's self back together after the Tsunami. Neith is now the ruler which is a touchy subject for some in the pride. With her new leadership comes new rules which some aren't liking as much as others. The pride is in turmoil and only time will tell whether or not the new queen can bring the pride back together.
 Ela'wadiyi (Safaia, Ecavi) - The gods have smiled on the small Ela'wadiyi pride, and their numbers have doubled since the migration and the plague that took a strong hit to their numbers. Though most of the pride is currently living as one clan, a few of the clans are beginning to grow as some of the children lost in the migration find their way home. Tawa'di has stepped up as a temporary leader to help keep things together, and though it is known that he is old, it is unknown how much longer he will live.
 Motoujamii (Ecavi, Andranis) - Deep in the heart of the desert dwell the Motoujamii-Simo; Firekin and rogues who rebelled against traditions for change. Slavery abolished, royalty forgotten and Finar-Si’s name banished, these lions rely on their strength and intelligence rather than the blind faith of their counterparts. However, whilst many traditions have died, some have remained. The Motoujamii-Simo remain an elitist race and rogues attempting to join will face hard tasks to prove themselves worthy. Not only will they have to be the traditional colours of; red, black and white, they will have to be strong of body and mind. The Motoujamii-Simo, led by regents, Kidondo and No, are an army of fiery giants in constant civil war with their divided brethren the Motoujamii-Safi.
 Mwezi'Johari (Ecavi) - After warring with a neighbouring pride over territory, the Mwezi'Johari were forced to leave their original homeland- not because they lost the war but because they lost a traditional and irreplaceable resource. Working together, spreading out and with the help of a new member, the pride eventually found a new place to live with everything they needed, from important flora to a clear view of the night sky, and they quickly began to thrive once again. The moon is the single most important part of their religion, believing it to be the eye of a deity known only as the "Great Lion" and it is his watchful (or blind) eye that is the base for pride life. They are a very tradition bound and class-oriented group of lions who welcome new members that are open to their ways.
 N'ezi-ozu (oo DeD, Epine de Rose) - description here
 Pridelands (Quaji) - Having recently lost the much loved king and queen of the lands, the Pridelands is going through a time of subtle revisions and settling. The new queen Kamilika took much after her father Mufasa, using many of his ideas and basic ideals while also trying to add a little but of her own touch to the pride. Recently, however, she and her daughter, Sarakiva, were kidnapped by humans. Her son Simi has become King, and a council of advisers has been formed, consisting of his siblings Akida and Safuma and two non-royals, the lionesses Mosi and Shomoro. Despite being the largest of the prides the Pridelands still rings with the diversity, closeness, and life that makes a comfortable and safe home for all members. With favorable environment, pleasant and welcoming members, and a body count of well over 100 members the Pridelands makes a perfect home for families and individuals looking for peace and tranquility underneath the African sun.
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Posted: Sat Feb 27, 2016 4:59 pm
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 Al-Siq Sayir (Epine de Rose) - War torn and isolated, its existence was a secret kept only by the high walls of their own. Divided heavily my religion, tradition and politics - this is a pride filled with intrigue and one where an individual is defined by the side they choose to embrace...
 Doma (NovaCracker, MangoMeow, Das Tor) - A fairly isolated pride situated between the sea and the mountains. They are a relaxed group, welcoming to merchants and rogues, but respect and honor are very important. Domans believe in bushido - a code of morality that guides all, from the Royal House to the lowest peasant.
 Dov`Strunmah (Greenie, Seaki) - Up in the mountains, comes together a pride. A pride whom has with-held themselves for many a years from the outside world. Their traditions are set in stone and hierarchy far more so. The regions are tough, and rough, so any lion who dares approach should be prepared. This may be the fight for their lives in an extreme terrain with extremely old-day individuals.
 Iknimaya (Split Personality, AstoriaFallen) A very secluded and traditional pride based around nature and one major deity (Eywa). In the middle of their grove is a large 'Home Tree' in which the entire pride lives in. Everyone is treated as family here. The basis for coat color however is very strict, being only on the cool colors primarily, though those of unacceptable colors are accepted but only into a single rank. The pride was once attacked and dismantled and is now in the process of becoming one with each other and nature again.
 Ithambo’hlabathi - (Quaji, SilverLutz) - In English, Ithambo’hlabathi means land of the bone. It is called this as the heavy droughts during some years often leave animal carcasses strewn throughout the pride lands. The Ithambo’hlabathi pride used to be a migratory pride of a few related females, following herds across the plains lands. In recent decades, however, weather in their current location has stabilized to a point that they were allowed to stay. A group of four male rogues traded protection for certain rights, and the pride grew much stronger with more diverse genetics and opinions. The pride has sense gone through four generations of offspring and one other, single leader. It remains a waypoint for traveling rogue females and lions with strong family ties on the journey of life. Because it is a maternal oriented society (based on who a lion’s mother is), it is unlikely that the pride itself will “die out”, though it may split into factions and migrate in years to come.
 Kitwana'atara - (mouselet) - This pride is a diseased lion pride. Yes, that's right, diseased. Many of its members are either affected by or carriers of a particular plague. It is carried through their saliva or blood and, should the pride members scatter and roam, there's a chance of infecting others. The current rulers, not wanting to blemish the pride's name and rumors associated with it any further, rule with a firm paw that lions born within or those that become members are disallowed to roam. They keep themselves self-quarantined, if you will, and only certain members are free to come and go as they choose. Despite the strict rules, bonds are tight within the pride and they DO welcome strangers and visitors. In fact, they rather relish the idea because it's another way to gain information on happenings outside their pride. Though visitors are welcome, there are rules about where a visitor can roam without becoming a member. Safety first, of course...
 Kizingo'zaa (Daffupanda, LadyPipen) - Stories tell of a Haven where lamb lays with lion. Where the lack of rules is the only rule. The inhabitants of the Kizingo'zaa were once blessed (or cursed, depending on who you ask) with insanity, and while most of the goddess' influence has fled, the pride is still more than strange. Songs, dance, tricks and chaos are daily occurrences and while everything might seem a bit off, one thing is certain, boredom is not a possibility. Now that they must actively protect themselves, the Kizingo have become more wary, and more deceptive. While this 'paradise' is open to all, those seeking refuge should enter at their own risk.
 Likno Tis Zois (Seaki) - The Likno tis Zois is a pride that values family over everything. These families take the form of a harem, lead by the head of the family. The Likno prides itself on equalities of sexes, allowing any members looking to start a family to have a chance at one. It promotes culture and growth within itself, allowing members to feel comfortable within their home and family. With a special defense force, the pride is protected both inside and out to keep the pride safe from any injustices.
 Mto'Mkuu (MangoMeow) - The history of the Mto’Mkuu is a simple one, though perhaps not the most glamorous. It all began with a single lion, a loner with no name or home to call his own, settling within the jungle. Wandering his new home one day, the rogue male discovered a leopard stuck beneath a fallen log. Taking pity on him, he freed him from his “cage”, and the leopard swore fealty, “Under this starry sky, I swear my life to you.” The lion laughed, but agreed to let the leopard trail behind him. Then a young lioness journeyed into the jungle, bringing alongside her a leopard slave from a previous pride. She brought with her strange words and cultures, but the male was enamored. His attempts to court her though... didn’t go well.
Finally, one day, the female eyed up this male and his leopard, before challenging him for the right to live in the jungle and to become mates -- by having their leopards fight for their honor. The male was surprised as she explained this custom of her former people, but the leopard was intrigued. Offering himself up to this challenge, the two leopards clashed in the stead of their lions.
And thus, the first Kipenzi fight within the Mto’Mkuu occurred, and alongside it, the founding of the pride.
 Myrsky Syntynyt (*Greenie) - Having recently changed leadership in a cunning coup d'etat, the Stormborn are going through a settling-in period under their new Warlord, who is working both to preserve the status quo while instituting changes to increase the range of his Reavers' vikings. The new Warlord is looking to expand the borders of his pride by occupying the lands abandoned by those seeking to evade the fierce Stormborn Reavers, and if necessary press on into new territory by sending his Reavers viking to hold the land and people, rather than simply plunder its wealth. The pride hopes for greater glory and better comforts in this world and the next.
 Schnee la Neige'milima (I Lady Kiya I, *Greenie, Samus x) - After given blessings by the Goddess of Winter, Urza and Natintrapa established a community at the bottom of a small mountain that's covered completely in snow. After an almost tragic event, Urza came to realize that they needed help within the pride and decided to co-exist peacefully with the hares in the area. Soon, the pride came together to where lions that left the pride must have a hare companion in case of past events happened again. Hares keep pride members safe, and for that Lions keep hares safe from outside members.
 Skiringssal (*Greenie, Felyn, Z o m b i k ii) - Ages ago, in a time before their current history can even recall, a small group of traveling rogues stumbled upon the maze at the center of a strange, eerie forest. It was so spectacular that they believed it must have been something created by the gods and thus, something that could not be ignored Each of them tested their wit against it and although it took some of them several tries to enter, many of them made it into the safe and secluded valley on the other side. The first eight to pass each founded a house and between them, they elected their pride leaders into place. Believing only in wit and strength, they have fought for the right to lead their pride and their houses ever since. Those that did not make it through were claimed by the magic of the forest and their once ties have long been forgotten.
 Sûzat (SilverLutz) - If a life of peace and plenty is what you're after, come join the happy home of the hobbits. This group of small, fat lions pride themselves on their hospitality, their Brew, and their parties. Life with the Sûzat is relaxed and happy. They love to entertain travelers almost as much as they love to eat! Nestled safely between a large mountain range, a deep, wide river, and a seemingly endless marsh, the Sûzat want for very little and lead content lives in their picturesque valley. Come kick up your paws, grab some iboga to chew, and make yourself at home.
 Tutaamka-jivu (Meepfur) - description here
 Tianxia (Quaji) - Located in the rugged but beautiful Ethiopian Highlands, Tianxia is the domain of Emperor Wei Gang, commonly known as Ahali'bagawa, and Empress Tzu Hsi, more commonly known as Afu. The pride contains four houses: North, South, East, and West, each with it's own ruling Lord and Lady, who oversee a portion of the pridal lands: Moto'vianzio and Mwana rule the North, Yua'Lopoka and Tui'lian in the East, Zagaa'ymanio in the South, and Mio and Zahi'jyotsna in the West. Currently, the pride is settling into their new territory, seeking alliances and forming the political laws that will guide their culture in the years to come.
 Ulili-Mlindaji (Safaia) - With a small surge of membership, the development of the shrines to the gods is in full swing. Carvers inscribe the stones for specific gods or ancestors, Shifters move the stones to their designated areas. Keepers are keeping the shrines clean and organized, and Guides are leading visitors to the shrines to pay their respects. Salma, as Leader, oversees this, and hopes that it continues to go smoothly.
 Væringjar (Seaki, Schicksalswende) - Væringjar is an old pride, going back through generations of lions. However, due to a leader from the recent past, the pride was plunged into despair. With a new Jarl and his wife, they hope to bring prosperity back to their lands through any means necessary. Whatever time may bring, this pride is ready to fight for their home and for their future.
 Vita'Alizaliwa (Lightning Shadow X, *Greenie, Kivras) - A pride comprised of ancient battle hungry lions, the Vita'Alizaliwa appear almost to be brutal savages from an outsider's point of view. However their roots are deeply spiritual and have a code of honor, even amidst their bull headed, near primal culture. Indomitable in battle, but loyal to one another and their Warchief above all - these are not lions you'd want to insult or meet on a bad day. But get on their good side and you might just have an ally for life.
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Posted: Sat Feb 27, 2016 5:00 pm
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 Aérastouvíos (Seaki) - The Aérastouvíos is a nomadic wild dog pack that followed the goddess of the wind. They travel with the wind currents and breezes, trading with any other packs and prides that they happen to come across. The pack tends to follow a set path, while those who are more adept find new routes to follow, reporting back to the pack to inform them of their journey. Most of the pack bonds to avians, showing the Goddess of Wind their devotion, as well as a belief that their avian bonded carries a piece of their soul.
 Anvesana Caritra (Fairy Snails, Seaki) - Anvesana Caritra central focus is history. They are the keepers of past events. They seek out other prides to learn about their history, while keeping their own pride a secret in fear of being attacked. The pride is non-aggressive, but they are not overly welcoming of newcomers. Originally the pride was lion dominate, with other felines took more servant like roles. After the destruction of the original pride and the creation of the new, current one, the pride members became more accepting of non-lions.
 Dumanne (Polette) - A coalition of cheetah species that maintains the ideals of a nomadic lifestyle.
 Elimisha'sombea (nessiaing. Seaki) - A peaceful pride dedicated to the pursuit of knowledge and safety, the Tree Dwellers are colonised by leopards and their familiars. The leopards claim the treetops of the thick jungle as their home, while Familiars roam the forest ground. Leopards may use the ground for travel, but the ‘dens’ and homes for the leopards are in the trees.
Dedicated to safety, the Tree Dwellers do have a defense force, but it is intended for defense, not offense. Sentry (Guards) and Warrior (Soldiers) forces are maintained to protect the colony from danger. Many in the pride's defense forces believe that knowledge can be found through fighting and strength, not only through the collection of knowledge.
The largest segment of the pride is made up of Scholars. Scholars pursue knowledge in a variety of forms, and take ranks to reflect their dedication to learning and understanding the world.
Koti Kaikille (Schicksalswende, Seaki) - After a massive flood that wiped out a good majority of the pride that also took their leader, the Koti find themselves regrouping and growing again under new leadership. By using mostly word-of-mouth, they were able to find other hybrids that were interested in joining their ranks. Now they are mostly focused on strengthening their pride again, and bringing both new life and new blood into the pride.
 Kuuza-upanga (Seaki) - Kuuza-upanga is an isolated pride that values skill in battle above all else. Their home base is located in the cliffs surrounding the Kokari waterfall, which resides in the midst of a harsh, unforgiving jungle. Their lives revolve around 'selling' their battle services to outside groups in exchange for goods, and long standing agreements. They are mercenaries; hired claws looking for the best deal. Once bought, their loyalty will only come into question when a better offer is presented. As the pride grows in numbers, so does their reputation for quality service. They have an extensive network of spies prowling the rogue lands (perhaps even dabbling in established prides/packs), ferreting out possible leads. The one thing that remains certain is this; you don't find the Kuuza, they find you. The only thing more secretive than their agenda is the location of their home base, and outsiders are never welcomed.
Mava'Bunda (Safaia) - The Mava'Bunda are based off of the Elephant Graveyard hyenas from the film. They are a vicious sort who detest lions. Many in their ranks hold a deep hatred against the Prideland lions, and scuffles along the border between the two lands breaks out often. Any hyena is welcome to join, but beware others that wander too close - they will also snatch rogues and enslave them.
 Mimi'naona (nessiaing, Seaki) - The Mimi’naona is a pride of seers, protected by guardians and others without the gift of sight. It is intended to be a place of refuge and protection; a place of learning to understand the gifts given to some. Gods are welcomed, as are their offspring, as the pride grows with seers and attempts to protect those seeking safety within it’s walls.
Nil'nocere (Seaki) - Nil'nocere started out as a small pride that lived near a hotspring - well, technically. The first founding members of the pride were born in the hotsprings. A leopardess by the name of Asha and a Leopon by the name of Kilua. Asha left first, of course, wanting to learn to hunt and fight, but she could not do that around healers, really. Kilua left after, searching for her own adventure.
The two met up, traveling together for a time and collecting members as they wandered. The finally settled into a new home in a river-valley near the ocean where they started a new home with new members.
Saba'Nyumba (Seaki) - Reared by their mother in a rather distant fashion, the seven siblings that lived in the clearing began to find their own lives and passions. When they grew they celebrated their differences but longed to find others like them. They each set out on a pilgrimage to find other wild dogs with the same passions as themselves. Some were more successful than others, but they all worked together to ensure the pack was a safe and ultimately happy place to be.
Tangambili (Seaki) - Tangambili is a pack of journeys, a pack that once followed the wind. They settled in the mountains, where the wind constantly swirled around them - a home they could belong to. Here they strengthened their bonds and settled down, though they still follow the winds in their hearts and sing to have their thoughts and prayers carried along it.
Te'a-Nakhun (Meepfur) - Rising from the ashes of previous warrior and female-dominated prides, the Te'a-Nakhun is a multi-species coalition that holds honor to be of utmost importance, and believes that one's appearance is dictated by the honor or dishonor with which they lived previous live(s). All predator species are welcome, and while they will always rank below females, males are welcome as well, provided they are willing to lead peaceful, honorable lives in the interest of bettering themselves. They have claimed a tidal island once occupied by another pride, making it difficult for outsiders to access it, but they are by no means isolationist, with parties often venturing to the mainland to hunt or gather information.
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Posted: Sat Feb 27, 2016 5:01 pm
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Not all prides allow all familiars to become members, even bonded to a regular pridemember. Now that familiars may be certed as members of a pride themselves, which familiars are allowed in each pride is very important information and is compiled here. If the species of familiar you are trying to get a pride cert for is not listed here as welcome in that pride, your cert request will be rejected!
Note 1: In cases where prides gave general statements (e.g. Non-prey only) followed by a specific list of acceptable familiars, the list supersedes the general statement (e.g. If a 'non-prey only' pride gives a list that does not include jackals, jackals are not considered allowed despite being predators).
Note 2: Familiars do not count towards official member counts as far as lineart qualification goes, though some prides may have official ranks available for them.
Certing information can be found HERE.
If you are the owner of a pride with 'unknown' familiar regulations.. or if something has changed, please PM Mkodi with your pride's rules regarding familiars! Make sure all owners agree before you do.
 Unique Lined Prides & Packs
Bahari'mtoto - All familiars welcome!
Ela'wadiyi - All familiars welcome!
Kizingo'zaa - All familiars welcome!
Motoujamii-Simo - Non-prey familiars only (Avians, Jackals, Maned Wolves, Ratels, Servals, Snakes).
Myrsky Syntynyt - All familiars welcome as thralls, must be bonded to a regular member.
Mwezi'Johari - All familiars welcome!
N'ezi-ozu - unknown
Pridelands - All familiars welcome!
Lion-Dominated Prides & Packs
Aegnor'hini - Non-prey familiars only.
Al-Siq Sayir - All familiars welcome!
Dov`Strunmah - non-canine, non-prey familiars only
Iknimaya - Unknown
Ithambo'hlabathi - Primarily Vultures, other Avians welcome.
Kitwana'antara - All familiars welcome!
Kusini'Mwezi - All welcome.
Likno Tis Zois - All familiars welcome, must be bonded.
Mirilli'tavari - All familiars welcome, must be bonded.
Schnee la Neige'milima - Hares only
Skiringssal - Unknown
Sûzat - All familiars welcome, must be bonded.
Tutaamka-jivu - Unknown
Tianxia - All familiars welcome!
Ukuhlwa'Izwe - All familiars welcome, must be bonded.
Ulili-Mlindaji - All familiars welcome!
Væringjar - Jackals, Maned Wolves, Servals, and Ravens. Others need IC permission.
Vita'Alizaliwa -Non-prey familiars only. (Avians, Genets, Ratels, Maned Wolves, Snakes and Jackals only)
Non-Lion Packs & Coalitions
Aérastouvíos - Avians Only
Anvesana Caritra - All welcome.
Dumanne - All Welcome - prey-familiars must be bonded to a regular member.
Elimisha'sombea - No canine familiars (i.e. jackals, maned wolves, ect.)
Isoba'Velius - Non-prey familiars only.
Koti Kaikille - Non-prey familiars only.
Kuroi'Nera - All familiars welcome, must be bonded to a regular member.
Kuuza-upanga - All familiars welcome, must be bonded to a regular member.
Mava'Bunda - Non-prey familiars only.
Mimi'naona - All familiars welcome!
Nil'nocere - All familiars welcome!
Pakiti Ya'jua - Unknown
Saba'Nyumba - All familiars welcome, encouraged to be bonded.
Tangambili - All familiars welcome!
Te'a-Nakhun non-prey, unbonded only.
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Posted: Sat Feb 27, 2016 5:04 pm
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The lands occupied by many of the creatures of Shadows of Africa are within the region known as the Great Rift Valley, a unique area nestled between two great rifts and their corresponding mountain ranges. Formed by the splitting of the Africa Plate into the Somali and Nubian Plates, this region shows a great deal of past and current tectonic activity. Many 'mountains' are actually dormant volcanoes, and there are several active volcanoes as well. The lakes within the rift valley are extremely deep, and many of them are actually saltwater lakes instead of freshwater. The largest of these lakes, to the north, is so vast that were it not a freshwater lake it could easily be mistaken for an ocean in its own right - it is not possible to see the distant shore from land.
Within the protective bounds of the mountains and valleys, the lands are relatively lush. The dry season is still dry and life-threatening, of course, but it is not nearly so deadly as the deserts that lie beyond the mountains.
A lion would be able to travel between 35-40 miles in one day, if he/she did not stop to hunt or rest. This sort of dedicated travel is unusual, of course, as most lions or prides will move slowly over a span of time (at a rate of 10-25 miles per day). Gods can cover far more ground in a far shorter time, thanks to their ability to fly. Most prides occupy a territory no larger than 100 square miles (10 miles across) with a large buffer space of rogue lands between them, but larger prides will require more space.
The above is an map of the general area SoA takes place in. Though not currently ongoing, at one point prides were asked for their locations for the map. The map is used to give a general idea as to the area where much of the SoA-realm lies. As mentioned in the RP information thread, however:
The landscape is not RL-accurate. Originally intended to be set in/near the Great Rift Valley, SoA has long since expanded beyond its original borders, and we play pretty fast and loose with locations. Though important geographical locations do exist (the Ngorongoro Crater, the Nile, the Namib, etc.) our critters have spread from sea to shining sea, and if we want them to live in a desert or by a river, we make a desert or a river. We won't be policing where you choose to set up your pride, but if you want to set them up as bordering on another pride, you do need permission from that pride's owner(s).
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