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Bloodlines

Voilenigme

The Voilenigme (pronounced: Voo-al-ey-neeg-mey) Bloodline
Morvanus & Valtriante
Ithanian Sovereignty
Haute Culture socialites
enjoy the intrigue and espionage in high society

Nerocanto

The Nerocanto (pronounced: Ney-ro-can-to) Bloodline
Shannon
Vultaro
blackmail bargains and extortionists, rogues
enjoy blackmailing those who know they're vampires

Vintgast

The Vintgast (pronounced: Vey-nt-gah-st) Bloodline
Shirva
Sarnan lands & countryside
countryside festival (feed the peasants and feed when they're in food comas)
enjoy fattening up their victims

Torrghlas

The Torrghlas (pronounced: Tor(rhyme with door)-glass(short a from the English "aghast") Bloodline
Mannis
Gallovia
Monsters and shocktroops
Overlaps with Drixagh variant and Dymolov, can maybe be changed to a new bloodline in a new area

Bremnevel

The Bremnevel (pronounced: Brem(rhyme with bed)-ney-vel) Bloodline
Zardar
Anglia
Bog Witches
might be too niche but eh
enjoy, alchemy? weak

Silberfeder

The Silberfeder (pronounced: Sil-burr-fey-der) established themselves in the Wirtemcaller Kingdom after the Vampire War, finding a home with the very military commanders who defeated them in Dorkarth. Adapting to the Wirtem Culture, the Silberfeder became known as courtly vampires with a refined sense of class, while simultaneously becoming skilled military officers and strategists. The fight between vampire and hunter is a game of tactical wits to them, with many obsessing over strategies to inflict as much terror as possible while minimizing their own casualties. Silberfeder are proud of themselves, and carefully choose only the most competent minds of duelists to join their vampiric ranks.

Valhersir

The Valhersir (pronounced Val-hur-seer) Bloodline
Otrygg
Drixagh
religious perfectionists?
also kinda sucks as a theme

Aullavientos

The Aullavientos (pronounced Au(rhyme with ouch)-la-vee-yen-tos) Bloodline
Kydaer
Daen
beast tamers
enjoy the thrill of the hunt

Dymolov

The Dymolov (pronounced: Dee-mo-lov) Bloodline
Ramonder
Magic Russia
Demon folklore Vampires
enjoy demon larping and being the stuff of nightmares

Onionism

Schismatic History

While Unionism professes a need for all people to unite under the Regalian banner, its history has shown several conflicts within the faith that have led to various schismatic groups forming over the centuries, often leading to violent confrontations. Below is a short synopsis of the various schisms within Unionism's history.

The Evintarian Schism

Following the death of Emperor Theomar, discussions regarding Unionism's future led to the convening of the First Conclave, where all celates met up to discuss matters of the faith. During the conclave, one group of celates began to draw the ire of the others. Known as the Evintarians and led by a celate by the name of Horopados, these celates argued that all mortals were inherently flawed, and must transcend to a higher spirituality by various means. While activities such as meditation and exercise were one such option, the Evintarians also advocated for occult methods, such as utilizing magic to overcome one's natural weaknesses or by engaging with Demons. To emphasize the latter point, the Evintarians cited the desire of the Demon Belialus to submit to the Everwatcher, while suggesting that other Demons could likewise prove beneficial allies to Unionism. This assertion that Demons could be bargained with for benefits caused the conclave to declare the Evintarians as heretics, with a violent mob driving Horopados and his followers out of the capital into exile. While some Evintarians travelled to the distant lands of the Tsaiqvanes & Krakimardik, the majority of Evintarians settled on the remote island of Aetosil and continued to develop ways to engage with Demons without falling victim to their many traps.

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-==Vampire Update==
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+==Bloodlines==
-===Vampire Brood===
+===Voilenigme===
-Vampires sire offspring called Vampire-Broods, also known as Dhampirs. Vampire Broods are affected by the Sanguine Curse but are not Vampires themselves. They can be born from one or both parents being Vampires. Broods can be born with no telltale Vampire signs, or with red eyes and fangs. They can be born with heterochromia also, with one normal eye and one vampiric eye. Vampire broods always have a strong connection to Abyss Magic but aren't Occult by default unless they invest in Magic. Vampire Broods see considerably less public scrutiny from law-abiding citizens of Regalia, though may still occasionally be attacked on sight by people who do not know they are Broods.
+[[File:Alaisreworkvamp.png|left|150px|caption]]
+* The Voilenigme (pronounced: Voo-al-ey-neeg-mey) Bloodline
+* Morvanus & Valtriante
+* Ithanian Sovereignty
+* Haute Culture socialites
+* enjoy the intrigue and espionage in high society
-All Broods get a set of Mechanics for being Broods.
+===Nerocanto===
-{|
+[[File:Bargainpire.png|left|150px|caption]]
-|-
+* The Nerocanto (pronounced: Ney-ro-can-to) Bloodline
-| style="padding: 10px" | '''Dhampir <BR> Vision'''
+* Shannon
-| You are immune to Hidden Scourge, and can always identify Vampires. However, you are unable to reveal this information to anyone but other Vampires or Broods.
+* Vultaro
-|-
+* blackmail bargains and extortionists, rogues
-| style="padding: 10px" | '''Dhampir <BR> Fortitude'''
+* enjoy blackmailing those who know they're vampires
-| You are not affected by the mental or emotional effects of Vampirism if infected, and are able to retain their conscience and normal personality.
-|-
-| style="padding: 10px" | '''Dhampir <BR> Curing'''
-| You can be fully cured of Vampirism without a Divinium cost or two week waiting period.
-|-
-| style="padding: 10px" | '''Dhampir <BR> Blood'''
-| Your blood will sizzle and spark with a low flame when exposed to sunlight if you are uninfected with Vampirism. This can be used to prove your identity as a Brood to non-Vampires.
-|-
-|}
-==Unionism V2: Electric Boogaloo==
+===Vintgast===
+[[File:Milotreworkvampir.png|left|150px|caption]]
+* The Vintgast (pronounced: Vey-nt-gah-st) Bloodline
+* Shirva
+* Sarnan lands & countryside
+* countryside festival (feed the peasants and feed when they're in food comas)
+* enjoy fattening up their victims
-===Organizations===
+===Torrghlas===
-Unionism has several organizations which fall under the control of the Unionist College. Below are a few of the most notable of these groups.
+[[File:Doughallvamp.png|left|150px|caption]]
-*The Nonnatean Order is an ascetic organization of lay-priests tasked with supporting Unionists through difficult times, chiefly during the deaths of loved ones. They are also known as Silent Sisters, as their work done during burial rites is performed in complete silence. Nonnateans either wear the robes of a nurse or the habit of a nun, with some donning a face mask to symbolize humility and blind service to the faith. Most Nonnateans live in abbeys close to the local temple, though some also live in aristocratic manors as personal aids to the nobility. Anyone can join the Nonnateans, though doing so requires taking monastic vows, a decision few are willing to make.
+* The Torrghlas (pronounced: Tor(rhyme with door)-glass(short a from the English "aghast") Bloodline
-*The Dogartan Order is another ascetic organization of lay-priests who reject the wealth and politics of the Unionist College to live humble lives in service to others. They are known as the Pious Brothers, due to their strict vows of poverty and monastic living. Despite their simple lives, the Dogartans are famous for their apiaries which produce some of the best honey and mead, which endears them to the local population. Dogartans wear the robes of monks and friars, and also live in abbeys close to temples. Anyone can join the Dogartans, though doing so requires taking monastic vows, a decision few are willing to make.
+* Mannis
-*The White Order, also known as the Inquisition, is the secret service of the Unionist College and the equivalent to the Black Hand organization. The White Order was founded soon after the Evintarian Schism to combat heretical ideas in the early Unionist community, before slowly transforming into an information network for the Concilly College to use for both religious and political machinations. The White Order is rarely seen or mentioned in the present day, though occasionally an Inquisitor is sent to investigate possible blasphemy charges. The White Order is an NPC organization.
+* Gallovia
-*The Helerian Order is the military branch of the Unionist College, comprising an army and navy. Everians who attended military academies serve as officers within the Helerian Order, with the rank and file filled with veteran Tenpennies and religious volunteers. The Helerian Order rarely deploys alongside the Regalian Mlitary, instead providing security and transportation for the Unionist College. The Helerian Order is an NPC organization.
+* Monsters and shocktroops
+* Overlaps with Drixagh variant and Dymolov, can maybe be changed to a new bloodline in a new area
-===Feast Days===
+===Bremnevel===
-No such thing as days off of work, so make them community feast days/lunches and stuff
+[[File:Swampire.png|left|150px|caption]]
-*Feast of the Emperor, May 22nd
+* The Bremnevel (pronounced: Brem(rhyme with bed)-ney-vel) Bloodline
-**Regalian 4th of July/national founding day. Celebrates the Empire as a whole with the Emperor as an easy focal point
+* Zardar
-*Feast of Love, Valentine's Day
+* Anglia
-**Duh
+* Bog Witches
-*Feast of all Souls, Halloween/Day of the Dead/
+* might be too niche but eh
-**Remember the dead. Throw in trick or treating, also jack o' lanterns for Undeath Terror
+* enjoy, alchemy? weak
-*Feast of Summertide
-**Summer Festival
-*Feast of Wintertide
-**We have Saint Nicholas. He was Regulus. Draconists have a gift-giving holiday the same month. Yay religious appropriation.
-===Priestly Hierarchy===
+===Silberfeder===
-The Unionist College contains several ranks of priests, known as Celates. Higher officeholders are considered more versed in theological and bureaucratic knowledge. Below is a list of all priestly ranks in increasing order of seniority.
+[[File:Vonkerle.png|left|150px|caption]]
-*'''Lay-priests''' are not part of the Unionist College, but are mentioned here due to their close association with the clergy. Lay-priests are faithful Unionists who act as community leaders and assistants to priests. Anyone can play a lay-priest, as it only requires rudimentary knowledge of Unionist theology.
+The Silberfeder (pronounced: Sil-burr-fey-der) established themselves in the Wirtemcaller Kingdom after the Vampire War, finding a home with the very military commanders who defeated them in Dorkarth. Adapting to the Wirtem Culture, the Silberfeder became known as courtly vampires with a refined sense of class, while simultaneously becoming skilled military officers and strategists. The fight between vampire and hunter is a game of tactical wits to them, with many obsessing over strategies to inflict as much terror as possible while minimizing their own casualties. Silberfeder are proud of themselves, and carefully choose only the most competent minds of duelists to join their vampiric ranks.
-* '''Celates''' are the rank and file priests in Unionism, and are responsible for spiritual outreach, guiding theological discussions, and maintaining the temples. Prospective Celates attend seminary classes next to a major Temple for several years, until being ordained by another Celate. Anyone can play a Celate.
-*'''Everians''' are a senior priest equivalent to a secular Duke. They are assigned to a major Temple in an urban center and oversee several Celates under them. They also serve as secular rulers over large areas and are more political than a regular Celate. Everians are played as NPCs.
+===Valhersir===
-* '''Concilly Councilors''' are priests who oversee the Unionist College as a whole. Only a handful of Everians are chosen to become Concilly Councilors, with political deals and secular authorities greatly influencing the appointments. The Council used to be led by a Supreme Everian chosen by the Emperor, but the position has remained unfilled since the assassination of the previous officeholder. Concilly Councillors are rarely played as NPCs.
+[[File:Draughrvamp.png|left|150px|caption]]
+* The Valhersir (pronounced Val-hur-seer) Bloodline
+* Otrygg
+* Drixagh
+* religious perfectionists?
+* also kinda sucks as a theme
+===Aullavientos===
+[[File:Vampirewolf.png|left|150px|caption]]
+* The Aullavientos (pronounced Au(rhyme with ouch)-la-vee-yen-tos) Bloodline
+* Kydaer
+* Daen
+* beast tamers
+* enjoy the thrill of the hunt
+===Dymolov===
+[[File:Tieflingvamp.png|left|150px|caption]]
+* The Dymolov (pronounced: Dee-mo-lov) Bloodline
+* Ramonder
+* Magic Russia
+* Demon folklore Vampires
+* enjoy demon larping and being the stuff of nightmares
+=Onionism=
+===Schismatic History===
+While Unionism professes a need for all people to unite under the Regalian banner, its history has shown several conflicts within the faith that have led to various schismatic groups forming over the centuries, often leading to violent confrontations. Below is a short synopsis of the various schisms within Unionism's history.
+====The Evintarian Schism====
+Following the death of Emperor Theomar, discussions regarding Unionism's future led to the convening of the First Conclave, where all celates met up to discuss matters of the faith. During the conclave, one group of celates began to draw the ire of the others. Known as the Evintarians and led by a celate by the name of Horopados, these celates argued that all mortals were inherently flawed, and must transcend to a higher spirituality by various means. While activities such as meditation and exercise were one such option, the Evintarians also advocated for occult methods, such as utilizing magic to overcome one's natural weaknesses or by engaging with Demons. To emphasize the latter point, the Evintarians cited the desire of the Demon Belialus to submit to the Everwatcher, while suggesting that other Demons could likewise prove beneficial allies to Unionism. This assertion that Demons could be bargained with for benefits caused the conclave to declare the Evintarians as heretics, with a violent mob driving Horopados and his followers out of the capital into exile. While some Evintarians travelled to the distant lands of the Tsaiqvanes & Krakimardik, the majority of Evintarians settled on the remote island of Aetosil and continued to develop ways to engage with Demons without falling victim to their many traps.