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Hey Si10k, I'm not sure if you're finished editing (you still have that note on your rank-up), but we've taken a look at your application, and have some feedback. I think you still have a ticket open, so I'll post it in there.
-=- In a void of dreams, Irradiant Reflection feels a chasm opening in their mind, radiant as the moon. Echoes of past deeds reverberate relentlessly not unlike waves crashing on a rocky shore. Amidst an ocean of thoughts, a solitary figure, cloaked in mystery, emerges. Like a tempestuous wave, the figure commands attention, yet its stillness exudes an undeniable force. A whisper rises, indistinct and muffled, though he knows that they are acclaiming their mystery as a source of boundless power. Awakening, they are imbued with profound insight and vigor.
Congratulations, Shadow of Visage, for achieving T3. -=-
-=- In one of her trainings, Estella began to work her blade upon a straw-man target. The teachings of Leofwine reminding her of specific tactics. As she went to strike upon a final blow, an arcing red lighting strike seemed to emanate from the blade - rushing up her arm. A new sense of renewed understanding, and a welcome to the God of Valor. -=-
We are still reviewing the remaining two. Standby!
Teach another character something about something relevant to your character’s faith
Have a conversation about your character’s faith Taught her brother Elis about Visage and why she is a follower. And how Silas sent a horrible message.
Prominent Deeds:
Host a sermon in worship of your character's god (repeatable up to 4x, count as two prominent deeds) (x2 points)
Sermon given in Gallia using the characters voice of "the lion".
Personally accomplish a significant achievement that God would be impressed by (repeatable) (x1 point) Sacrificed a goat to Visage in asking for safe travel when she uses boats. Her logic is since Visage owns the seas, she should give tribute so she will have the knowledge of sea travel. Elis a follower of Jax also was present for the goat sacrifice.
Establish a prominent shrine dedicated to your character's patron (once) (x1 Point)
-2376 / -8163
Describe a meaningful ritual or practice that your character demonstrates their faith by (once) (x1 point)
Her brother Elis saw her at the ritual site in the Red Forest praying and offering thanks to Visage. Lily , being in charge of that particular region constantly is in prayer to Visage, speaking in Elven to him of secrets she learned, confiding only to him. And thanking him for the knowledge.
+ Create or find a shrine that your character prays at regularly
- The Landing
+ 2 prominent deeds from the list above
- Yes, Joining Rogals cult with Pohk'urz guiding him away from Shallhera to be with her and taking Velmont and Rogal as a mentor.
- Mele joined Rogal in 'purifying' a demon artifact changing it to Jishrim meeting one of Jishrims angels. Experincing her own pain in the back due to Pohk'urz becoming cursed.
+ Must decently adhere to the values of their prospective patron.
» 'Do as I say' She'd listen to the angel of suffering and what to do exactly begining to her own journey to Jishrim by 'Listen to me' not saying a word to the angel learning how to read and learning common so she can fully understand Rogal and Velmonts teaching.
+ Create or find a shrine that your character prays at regularly
- The Landing
+ 2 prominent deeds from the list above
- Yes, Joining Rogals cult with Pohk'urz guiding him away from Shallhera to be with her and taking Velmont and Rogal as a mentor. View attachment 140981
- Mele joined Rogal in 'purifying' a demon artifact changing it to Jishrim meeting one of Jishrims angels. Experincing her own pain in the back due to Pohk'urz becoming cursed. View attachment 140982
+ Must decently adhere to the values of their prospective patron.
» 'Do as I say' She'd listen to the angel of suffering and what to do exactly begining to her own journey to Jishrim by 'Listen to me' not saying a word to the angel learning how to read and learning common so she can fully understand Rogal and Velmonts teaching.
[!] Mele finds that on her way to the Grove, a sharp pain echoes in her mind. The sounds of chittering, crawling - ever present. They lurk around her, behind her. The scuttle of what feels like insects crawling entirely over her body consume her, until she finds herself falling into a sleep right in the middle of the woods. When she awakes, she finds the same chittering for a brief time.. but a comfort with it too. And a new power. Welcome to T1.
Show extended worship, with two months OOC since achieving T2. Approved on November 13th 2022 [x]
1 - Attend an event directly related to your character’s faith
Andrew attended a jousting tournament held in the Landing festival grounds under the herald "Making you wish you should've messed with someone your own size, it's the everso valiant Andrew D'Amryun!". He may have not won, but he put up a fair fight. [“Fester not thy body to disrepair.”]X
1 - Attend an event directly related to your character’s faith
Andrew along with several other people fought to reclaim a trading post taken over by presumed scavenging Kaltics. As they snuck into the castle Andrew and his companions attacked a couple kaltic guards, however it was only afterwards it was revealed the Kaltic people had valid reason to take over the trading post to which Andrew still remains regretful to this day. [“Do not betray thy companions, people, or traditions.”]X
1 - Attend an event directly related to your character’s faith
After being caught in a scouting mission to Warped Eden, the party had to both defend themselves against demons, while resisting mind tempering. In combat against a Viand aiding Kharn, he stabbed its knee, but got himself stabbed in the shoulder, rendering his dominant swinging arm hardly able to use. Though Andrew still assisted, casting the spell Call Of The Banner to try and strengthen Marian in resisting illusions. Later casting Bolster in an attempt for all to retreat safely. [“Tremble not upon the field of battle, but always remember the better part of valor.”]X
1 - Personally accomplish a significant achievement that God would be impressed by
He was promoted for the position of Lieutenant, then Guard Captain in Storm’s Landing, having served for two years since taking his oath. [“Defend those that cannot defend themselves.”] X
1 - Personally accomplish a significant achievement that God would be impressed by
He fought the abyssal Reinhard Strussen Blud with Laicelem in the Landing to keep his guard’s oath of protecting Storm’s Landing. Andrew’s leg was broken in the fight, but he managed to immobilize his opponent enough to yield. [“Hold true to thy given word.”]
Andrew’s Report:
Officer Name: Andrew D’Amryun
Suspect Name: Reinhard Strussen Blud
Accused Crimes: Attempted Murder, Physical Assault, Fleeing Arrest, Consensual Possession
Reportedly Adda used magic to get the biting bugs off of Reinhard. The bugs caused a lot of noise, agitating the armored Reinhard further and causing him to attack at Adda. He took his mace and tried to kill him. Laicelem said he tried to intervene which is when Reinhard summoned a demon soldier to keep him at bay. Only when Laicelem yelled at Reinhard to stop did he back down. I arrived at the scene as Reinhard shouted insults at Adda and the demon soldier disappeared. Reinhard would leisurely leave against my demands of an arrest. I attempted putting cuffs on him, but he fled, breaking through the back window. The chase was brief, ending with three of us dueling in an alley. He eventually yielded when there was no other escape than death. With the help of Laicelem and Reinhard was brought to the Guardhouse.
1 - Attend an event directly related to your character’s faith
In Astrakhan during an event to search for soldiers who would join the legion of Astrakhan, Andrew would win the games of javelin throwing and the horseback archery, though he yielded in the wrestle game against Tiek who he has broken the nose of in combat. Andrew made a blood oath in the name of Valiant and joined the legion. [“Defend those that cannot defend themselves.”]X
1 - Describe a meaningful ritual or practice that your character demonstrates their faith by
He is committed to his faith. As a morning ritual, before going on guard duty he prays at his humble shrine that for the remainder of the day he’ll do anything to protect the people around him. [“Do not betray thy companions, people, or traditions.”]
2 - Host a sermon in worship of your character's god
He held a sermon by a bonfire in the festival grounds. He preached the strength that Valiant embodies to him, to fight the odds, remain hopeful and never lose sight of those that may need your strength. [“Do not betray thy companions, people, or traditions.”]X
1 - Attend an event directly related to your character’s faith
Andrew along with a small party went to investigate the theft of a necklace in the Landing. While the thief remains a mystery, they found a Halfling child by docks who was bit by a Crooner. Once the child was healed they uncovered a hidden Crooner nest in the sewers which they would clear out so no other person would ever be attacked. After which Andrew would find the necklace in the Crooner nest, however unbeknownst to him it was occupied by a demon. [“Defend those that cannot defend themselves.”]X
1 - Make a significant personal sacrifice to keep true to your character’s patron’s values
Andrew would exorcize himself, after the demon within him had robbed him of numerous nights and started to break apart his mind. Knowing this can’t continue he asked Eliss Olliran to perform an exorcism on him, sacrificing “The Dragon Slasher” in the ritual. A wooden sword made from his childhood bed frame. The sword next to his current masterwork blades still remains his most prized. Andrew doesn’t recognize the worth of an object by its monetary value or the power it possesses. It’s simply the significance it holds, being the first sword he ever created when he was six and still in Linistel sparring with his childhood friends. [“Fester not thy body to disrepair.”]X
· · ─ ─ ────≺ Notable Deeds ≻──── ─ ─ · ·
Andrew has talked with Estella, a soon to be blessed of Valiant about who wishes to be in the future, what she wishes to do when she’s blessed and how not every fight should be approached with blunt force. Afterwards they spared briefly, Andrew taking a very offensive approach and Estella struggling with her footing.
Andrew took personal interest in the case of a dead councilmember and a missing citizen. He had interrogated the guard at the scene, who had not told him the whole story out of a fear he’d get fired or worse, killed for being a Vyre. Andrew promised by the tenet of Valiant [“Hold true to thy given word.”] that he will keep his vyrcism a secret if he tells him what he knows.
Andrew is not cursed by Valiant.
its two years later and i can get t3 now. imma go sleep. gn
[!]
As Andrew strolls through Astrakhan's evening dusk, a lurking figure emerges from the shadows. With a swift turn, he confronts the mysterious presence—a bandit, but unlike any he's encountered before. There's an otherworldly aura about him, a hint of something beyond the ordinary. Swords immediately clash in a dazzling display of red and blue sparks, a tempest of power swirling around them. Each move is a dance of danger, a test of skill and bravery. With valor and skill, Andrew prevails, delivering the final blow. The bandit, now smiling, utters, 'Welcome to T3, Brave One. Your valor is unmatched.' And with those words, the bandit dissolves into the evening mist, leaving Andrew with a sense of triumph and a renewed spirit.
2 months since Tier 2 Ya (don't remember the exact date, but its been more than 2 months I'm pretty sure.)
10 Total Prominent Deeds
9/3/2023: Went to hell (for a final time hopefully) to escort Melarue and Xander for Aleksei. Claming a demon's head to return to Aleksei
9/8/2023: Faught Branko in the Storm's Landing Cathedral... Fighting valiantly until his end... He was ressurected as a zombie shortly after.
8/19/2023: Was knighted by Aleksei von Ivanov, professing that he would never break the Valiant tenets. After of which he faught in the melee taking out two opponents before (though putting up a good fight) being finished off by Vowrawn.
9/30/2023: Went with Hiedric and Xiqu to a cave, After Hiedric fell into frozen water he dived into it to get him out of it. (Hiedric's Sparking event)
10/18/2023: went to linlea and tried to focus on diplomacy in getting vowrawn released by meeting with ashna, though ultimately failed.
10/27/2023: During a very heated moment, Leofwine used his artifact to stop what he saw as a possible conflict.
11/15/2023: Challenged to a duel by Glory, won and then tended to their wounds. Leofwine then talked to them about honor.
11/25/2023: Leofwine went to Nid Arach, with Aleksei and some others. Moving through a beastmasters trial building, managing to get through it and even calm his nerves enough to face a giant spider. Next they moved to a library where Leofwine assisted in burning it down
12/11/2023: Leofwine faught with branko, finding him along the roads near windkeep. Not fighting him at first, Branko invited leofwine to strangle him to death. Leofwine declined, Branko threatened innocent people if he didn't. Leofwine denied instead deciding that Branko did not deserve to choose his death, before fighting... Where Leofwine went down like a bag a of bricks and Branko claimed his sword once more.
1/7/2024: Leofwine and a group went to a swamp to figure out what was attacking livestock and took someones son. After killing two Fluichs, they went and found a child who was deathly wounded. Faith healed one of their wounds but made another one slightly worse. Leofwine stepped up and offered to take the childs second worse wound (A lethal) which he did taking the wound upon him self leaving him unconscious. Though he managed to survive the ride to a eark settlement. Once he was returned to consciousness they returned the child to their father.
Must have completed the ‘meaningful ritual or practice’ deed for any tier On a Daily basis he trains for atleast 2 hours in his burden set (Hellmetal Custom Plate + full hellmetal greatsword), to prepare for when he must use it. His burden armor being named so as it means he has failed in trying to use Diplomacy to end a conflict , thus his burden of failure.
Must consistently adhere to the tenets and values of their patron He does, he despises bloodlust, often preferring to talk things out rather than fight. As well as protecting those who cannot protect themselves.
Must not be actively cursed by their patron Hes not
Thank you for this application! It is looking really good, however a few of the later acts we are having a question on - specifically the stopping of a conflict with an artifact, and the one in reference to diving into water. At this time, we'd either like further clarification in a ticket or one more act to replace this one.
Thank you! Please reach out to Divine with any questions.
Teach another character something about something relevant to your character’s faith
Have a conversation about your character’s faith Taught her brother Elis about Visage and why she is a follower. And how Silas sent a horrible message.
Prominent Deeds:
Host a sermon in worship of your character's god (repeatable up to 4x, count as two prominent deeds) (x2 points)
Sermon given in Gallia using the characters voice of "the lion".
Personally accomplish a significant achievement that God would be impressed by (repeatable) (x1 point) Sacrificed a goat to Visage in asking for safe travel when she uses boats. Her logic is since Visage owns the seas, she should give tribute so she will have the knowledge of sea travel. Elis a follower of Jax also was present for the goat sacrifice.
Establish a prominent shrine dedicated to your character's patron (once) (x1 Point)
-2376 / -8163
Describe a meaningful ritual or practice that your character demonstrates their faith by (once) (x1 point)
Her brother Elis saw her at the ritual site in the Red Forest praying and offering thanks to Visage. Lily , being in charge of that particular region constantly is in prayer to Visage, speaking in Elven to him of secrets she learned, confiding only to him. And thanking him for the knowledge.
Hi there! The application is looking good but unfortunately the team does not feel that sacrificing a goat aligns with Visage, and therefore we will be asking for one more act to replace it with. Thank you!
Hi there! The application is looking good but unfortunately the team does not feel that sacrificing a goat aligns with Visage, and therefore we will be asking for one more act to replace it with. Thank you!
You are on the right line of thought with sea travel, but you just needed to push it over the line with a bit more forethought. There are several suggestions, but ones I can think of:
- Sacrificing knowledge to him in regards to the event and how it took place - perhaps an event in which the sea chart is dedicated.
- Gaining a ship somehow (commission it or gain it somehow otherwise in RP, with an HC prop for it) and blessing the vessel in a public or private event for Visage.
- Using secrets to enter into a group and obtain knowledge.
- (1) Faith went to hell with Leofwine, Laicelem, Sophie, and Albert to get Sophie's soul back. She has assisted Laicelem in killing one of the demons and freeing a Elf along with taking Vengeance against a demon that has killed a couple of dwarves. View attachment 140755
- (2) She had started to create a clergy for Korog! This is for her own faith and there not being a currently active one. This includes working on a temple behind her home for people to worship in the mountains. Which can be can seen here. This is for magic going haywire along with discover more about Korog. Due to a lot of important imformation not being around. [Clergy]
- (3) Faith had defended the last bastion. As she said a prayer afterwards heading back. As the fight was finally over, Faith had held true to her tenet to strike true with the bow she had made earlier. She had rebuilt it holding up the wall around as undead went to destroy her craft and kill her! Remebering her tenets to strike true with her craft against the threat that was threatening the balance at the sorrows and finishing the job she had promised the dwarf Judah Leatheraxe!
- (4) Faith had taught Gaelwyn some crafting with Alchemy. This includes getting the character into crafting. He had begun to reach out to Faith for assistance and to test out the unknown as Faith views everyone has the right to learn and being obedient to Korog in The Coast by making something. Even if it is the tiniest thing such as carving their first toy! This is to assist in business along with crafting and keeping people alive.
- (6) Faith had remained neutral. As Vowrawn sent men into the hills. Allowing them to past for Grakanant. Even after their dispute and him trying to attack her, dragging her back into Grakanant for arrest! Leofwine had fought Branko Callas and lost. As vowrawn sent people to the kills to deal with some bandits he had found Leofwine bleeding out and saved his life as she was teaching Snaxkz! She has also baptised Snaxkz under Korog.
- (7) On 4/26/2024 Faith turned a book from Nid Arach that is called Anvil of Despair. After doing some business and remaining neutral in an auction she was able to buy the book from Nid Arach to be able to destory it.
- (8) Faith had participated in Nid Arach. Due to her tenet to remember who her liege is. After destroying the pendant of the inquisition at Korog's shrine. She has persuaded Valtae to join remaining neutral and casted Unmoving on her shield. Faith had helped in destroying some bits of Branko's hold. Once returning back to The Coast Faith had destroyed once of the books instead of reading it. This includes a book that Velmont had gave Faith in Nid Arach.
- (9) Faith had attended the fire ceremony at Frost light to burn people's greatest sins on a piece of paper. She took this as a chance to be forgiven, promising Korog that she would leave Nid Arach alone and destroying a book of the necromancer's fort at Nid Arach. Faith believes that such a book is a problem. Especially with her cousin Glory Reeves worshipping Skraag. She is proud of her cousin Glory. But does not believe such a thing should be shown to Glory due to her still working for The Necromancer and not going to her!
- (10) Faith held a drinking contest. As Kristoff brought booze he made it, including gathering people to meet others. She defended her money and her friends since she takes pride in them completely at bliss. Due to her pride she had remained in control of the situation getting Kristoff assistance to expand the library. That way Lana Wake has a place to work and put her books. So she can continue her craft and assistance to teach people.
- (11) Faith made a Pickaxe to be able to go mining for her crafting. That way she can obtain more materials to be able to survive in the hills due to demons acting up around her location to fully assist her ability to make ships and siege materials.
- (12) Faith killed a demon general freeing Kethron and Leofwine with the help of Laicelem from a demons grasp. [Event]
- (13) Faith attended the Cathedral unveiling staying strickly to the Korog shrine and offered a Violin she carved at the unveiling to gift to Korog. Due to her belief of him owning the domain of sound.
View attachment 140790Must have completed the ‘meaningful ritual or practice’ deed for any tier
Faith has taken her time across Altera assisting where she can when it is needed. This is for people baptisms that need or wish to have one. Including for Scion and the like or other races such as Snakzz. Faith takes her time to explain and be rather blunt about her views towards people. Which has caused her to get in problem time to time. Instead of interacting much with people. She starts her day by crafting and attending to the clergy or assisting Valtae in the hospital and writing letters for those that need her guidance to understanding crafting and what should be accepted and what shouldn't be tolerated.
- 4am: Wake up, Say a prayer to Korog.
- 5am: Eat breakfast praying for the meal.
- 6am: Do rounds, checking on the clergy.
- 7-9am: Head to her workshop and saying a prayer.
- 9-10am: She works with her apprentices.
- 10-11am: Holding a ceremony for the sinners of the coast and her friends.
- 11-12 am: Lunch and paperwork.
- 12-1pm: Poor Attempt at nobility training.
- 1-5pm: Workshop and crafting!
- 5-7pm: Prayer and dinner
- 8-10: Night rounds, prayer, and then sleep
View attachment 140791Must consistently adhere to the tenets and values of their patron
» 'Strike as true as your steel, for a well-crafted weapon ought to be wielded as well as it was made' for the tenet. Faith has begun to use more of Master worked weapons for her combat. If not, she tends to drop her weapon if it was not wielded correctly by herself or swearing in another language under her breath to fix this mistake. She has begin to give people gear such as bows or common things to be wielded for people's progress such as for Lana's kid when she made him a toy for his air spirit to mess with. Over the years the pendent had worn down and she replaced it so the tool could be wielded for their skill. Based on her skill for the craft in the morning at around 7-10 she replaces their tools based on their needs. Such as a common iron saw for carving with her lessons then refined steel as they advance.
- Months ago, Faith was able to kill around 50+ zombies/Skeltons in the 'Last Bastion' event. After I had just completed a masterwork bow. This is for progress towards Faith and how far she has come with her views on the world.
- She had struck down one of the animals in Chuiden's event to rescue a kid with her weapons with Edger. She was able to kill one of them and injure another so Frost could kill the horse off. Her weapon was made out of Refined Fire Iron and she was able to make it out alive and casted a spell for transport the kid and Leofwine to safety. She had used 'On Good Faith' Item Valtae had made for her months ago to save the kid.
- 12/13/2023 Faith had taken Kaede as an apprentice! As she vowed to listen to Faith to assist Korog and the clergy. Instead of giving her items such as rare and the like. Faith had set up Kaede with common tools to build up her home in the coast on her lands. That way she can weild her own tools to become a wonderful carver in the future and grow as a smith with the others to assist in building hospitals and the like. Along with 'toys' for people.
[!] As Faith diligently worked on upgrading the ship she had built for the Allfather, a stoic dwarf approached her on the dock, his golden eyes seeming otherworldly in her presence. "Need a hand?" he asked with a bellowing voice. For the afternoon, the two worked together in silence, updating pieces of the beloved vessel. Words were unnecessary; they both understood the task at hand and found solace in the work. As the sun began to set, the peculiar dwarf smiled at Faith before nodding and seemingly fading with the evening sun, returning once more to the Allfather. Yet, an echo of his voice remained, whispering, "Welcome to T3, our great crafter." In the night, Faith's power began to grow, and so too did her faith.
+ Create or find a shrine that your character prays at regularly
The Cathedral
+ 2 prominent deeds from the list above
- When just going into the landing. She went to the hospital pranking Valtae on 4/21/2024 with a bucket of water falling on her head after just finding. Take all that is given and give back only what you must. She talked to Valtae getting radiant for a place to stay. Which she used to buy herself a bow to get started on her adventure.
- Elara played a game of blackjack with the Exalt of Jax and Elis, Valtae's son. Which is the definition of ironic. Due to her pranking Elis's mom, Valtae earlier as she just arrived to the landing to figure out what to do with her life. She discussed about how to read people along with getting Eliss to agree to teach her some games in the future. Eliss gave Elara advise on who to avoid for her faith. Such as Ignis people and Visage people due to them causing the most trouble.
+ Must decently adhere to the values of their prospective patron
» You shall chase all opportunities, to better thy standing; "Nothing Ventured, Nothing Gained." Due to her starting out in the landing. Elara went to explore the landing venturing out and almost getting bitten by a snake! She gained a home by exploring in the landing at the homeless shelter along with a free meal. Instead of staying with her family in Astrakhan she fled the first chance she got to venture out herself,
+ Create or find a shrine that your character prays at regularly
The Cathedral
+ 2 prominent deeds from the list above
- When just going into the landing. She went to the hospital pranking Valtae on 4/21/2024 with a bucket of water falling on her head after just finding. Take all that is given and give back only what you must. She talked to Valtae getting radiant for a place to stay. Which she used to buy herself a bow to get started on her adventure.
- Elara played a game of blackjack with the Exalt of Jax and Elis, Valtae's son. Which is the definition of ironic. Due to her pranking Elis's mom, Valtae earlier as she just arrived to the landing to figure out what to do with her life. She discussed about how to read people along with getting Eliss to agree to teach her some games in the future. Eliss gave Elara advise on who to avoid for her faith. Such as Ignis people and Visage people due to them causing the most trouble.
+ Must decently adhere to the values of their prospective patron
» You shall chase all opportunities, to better thy standing; "Nothing Ventured, Nothing Gained." Due to her starting out in the landing. Elara went to explore the landing venturing out and almost getting bitten by a snake! She gained a home by exploring in the landing at the homeless shelter along with a free meal. Instead of staying with her family in Astrakhan she fled the first chance she got to venture out herself,
Hey there - the team has discussed, and while you definitely have the starts of good Jax faith, we are going to decline this for now. Here's what we're looking for:
- We currently don't think the Prominent Deeds align too well with the Jax faith, nor do they follow the updated guidelines for Prominent Deeds. We would like to see two more.
- An rewrite or an expansion on adhering to the values of their prospective patron. Currently, we don't quite gather how the current background you provided in that statement follows the Jax faith. Perhaps RPing her out a bit more and getting her more settled into the world & expanding on that will be the best suit - especially his tenets.
Please reach out with any questions, and make sure to look over the guide for Prominent Deeds & rankups. Thanks!
+ 2 months since Tier 2
Yes (Last rankup Aug 19, 2022)
+ 10 total prominent deeds
• [Achievement that God would be impressed by (repeatable)] [1/07/2023] Yelena partakes in a tourney joust in Storms Landing in part to raise money for her church. In the arena she meets Lord M, and observes a confrontation between him and Maple (and Adda). She is knocked out in her first round in a close match with M, but they continue to have discussion about Ignis; she gives him her favor. After M is defeated, her favor went to Laicelem, who defeated (Suhkoiza) to win the joust.
This event showcases Yelena's dedication to the church and her commitment to promoting the values associated with Ignis Synnove, and represent herself as aligned with Ignis. By participating in the tourney and dedicating any potential winnings to the church, she contributes to the well-being of her religious community and aligns herself with the Nobility and Glory associated with her divine. The joust becomes a platform for her to interact with lords and influential figures, and spreading the influence of Ignis.
• [Notable] [1/27/2023] Yelena visits Evenfall for a lecture on history, only to find it delayed. She engages in a conversation with Lana and Cael, as well as (Ophelia); they discuss about Arcane Anchors and the opinions of some divine towards it. Ignis is not impressed, and neither is Yelena in some regard. She is able to see one and is described how it works by Lana. Lana gives Yelena a few gifts after hearing about her message to the Realmsguard on her quest to find her lost convent. Yelena and Lana talk privately about the future coexistance of mages and the divine and the development of an organization that trends toward the restriction of mage practice; Yelena opens up with Lana. They both hope that one day there is a solution to their strife.
Yelena sees the discussion about Arcane Anchors as an opportunity to express her concerns to a significant arcanist about the potential disruption of the divine order. Her disapproval aligns with Ignis Synnove's dislike of practices that may upset the established balance. Yelena reinforces the divine's stance against unchecked magical practices.
• [Achievement that God would be impressed by (repeatable)] [2/9/2023] Yelena goes to save her convent from certain peril. She is joined by Tiek and Eirlys; they travel on the road south from Hearth and into the desert. Upon arriving, they find their convent in battle with a giant scorpion. They defeat it, and treat the wounded. Yelena attempts to convince Peter, the leader of the faux-pilgrimage, to return. She manages to convince the rest of the convent, save for him; Yelena defends Tiek from Peter's cruel view of her. She leaves him rations so he does not die as they bring the convent home. They return, and manage to convince an exhausted and nearly starving Peter to return home, leaving behind the artifact.
• [Create or join an active cult dedicated to your character’s patron (once)] [June 2023] Yelena organizes the Convent of the First Light, dedicated to spreading theological and moral virtue; pledged to simple and frugal living detached from outside moral standards, sustained by a dynamic energy drawn from sacramental grace and nourished by a systematic prayer life and service towards the good of the realm. They work for the nunnery, orphanage and convent in Hearth.
• [Host a sermon in worship of character's god (repeatable up to 4x, count as two prominent deeds)] [6/25/2023] Yelena has bonfire at Hearth, where she gives a sermon, sings Ignis folk songs, and worship to Ignis with M, Pohk'urz, and Hiedric. She gives a tour of Hearth (w/ Faith). Pohk'urz wishes to settle in Hearth and Yelena accepts him.
• [Achievement that God would be impressed by (repeatable)] [6/29/2023] Yelena visits the landing, only to find a group of cultists attempting a ritual. She, Faith, and Eris, go to stop them. Xiqu joins them. They take a cultist prisoner and slay an undead dog. They find a note leading them to a further ritual. They go to investigate, and manage to slay the zombies being risen there and apprehending another. They recover some mundane artifacts from them.
• [Attend an event directly related to your character’s faith (repeatable)] [Ticket Event] [ticket-0236] Yelena investigates a shrine to Ignis Synnove in the desert and recovers relics of her faith, attempting to discern and translate text of Lavo and Old Arcturian. The information recovered from the shrine are sacred treasures that connect her to the ancient roots of her faith. They are tangible link to the traditions and teachings of her religious heritage, strengthening her own spiritual journey and deepening her understanding of the beliefs she holds dear, and serve to advance her goals in the Convent of the First Light.
• [Attend an event directly related to your character’s faith (repeatable)] [2/5/2023] Yelena attends a sermon at the Lodestar Ruins, seeing M, Erwin, Sydri, (Albert) and Leonhardt (Ironwood), who hosted. Leonhardt speaks of reform, and they speak about Ignis, whether it was right to decide to kill divine, and more topics about their faith. Yelena inquires with Erwin about his past judgement with the Realmsguard and in Eldpoint.
Yelena's attendance at the sermon demonstrates her commitment to spiritual gatherings and highlights her engagement with fellow believers, promoting unity within the community of Ignis Synnove. For Yelena, it was an opportunity to gain deeper insights into the interpretations of Ignis Synnove's teachings by other followers. The discussions around killing divine beings trigger reflections on the necessity and morality of such actions, challenging her own understanding of her divine's tenets. Inquiring about Erwin's past judgments indicates her curiosity about the practical application of Ignis Synnove's principles in challenging circumstances. Yelena sees these discussions as crucial for the growth and cohesion of her cohort, as they grapple with moral dilemmas and seek guidance on navigating the complexities of their faith.
• [Notable] [6/15/2023] Yelena visits the Tower and listens to what Mts has to say in regards to recent events. He addresses those in audience his plans to eliminate and kill those who are working with the demon Drandoden and hold fiends within them. Yelena speaks out to also consider that those with fiends were once people and that the light can still offer salvation to them, and that they should not be sought after indiscriminately. She postures herself as an ally to his cause as she would attempt to execute persecution in another way. She also sees Frost in attendance, who offers their support. She is curious to another that spoke out (Marian) and their history with Mts. She disagrees with the plans of Laicelem to capture fiend and force their exorcism, for what she's heard many still turn back to becoming fiends through this path. She warns Mts to not rely on fear, for it goes in both directions to ally and enemy.
Yelena sees this moment as a critical juncture where the application of Ignis Synnove's teachings can make a significant impact. Her disagreement with the plan to forcefully exorcise fiends stems from a concern for the well-being of those afflicted and a belief that salvation should be offered willingly. Yelena's warning to Mts about the dangers of relying solely on fear reflects her understanding of the delicate balance between authority and compassion. By positioning herself as an ally to Mts while advocating for a more nuanced approach Yelena aims to exemplify the teachings of Ignis Synnove to emphasize the importance of Order, Truth, and the potential for redemption even in the face of demonic influence.
• [Achievement that God would be impressed by (repeatable)] [7/1/2023] Yelena, along with a group of others: Hiedric, Fronslin, Lacielem, Halvar, Xiqu, and Leofwine, go to Queensport to assist in the eradication of large white-haired creatures that have been infesting the area; they also encounter giant spiders which they slay. She suggests to the noble Hiedric that he recommends each of their locations are burned. They also discover some kind of curse on the spiders that lay there. Fronslin informs Yelena of a phenomeon known as petranatural darkness, which can be driven back by the light. She heeds her advice.
For Yelena, this mission is an embodiment of her duty as a follower of Ignis Synnove. The eradication of creatures threatening the community is a practical application of her faith's commitment to Order on the continent.
• [Achievement that God would be impressed by (repeatable)] [7/2/2023] Yelena partakes in a jousting tourney to raise funds for her church in Hearth. Yelena showcases her willingness to go to great lengths to ensure the financial stability of her church. Recognizing the importance of maintaining a place of worship and gathering for her community, she takes an active role in securing the necessary resources to sustain and enhance the religious services, programs, and outreach efforts.
For Yelena, the jousting tourney is a means to actively support her church and community and represent herself as aligned with Ignis. While there is absence of victory, Yelena recognizes the greater significance of her actions that work in favor of her convent in contributing to its overall prosperity and reputation, particularly in defeat, and aligns herself with the Nobility and Glory associated with her divine, to take defeat in grace.
• [Achievement that God would be impressed by (repeatable)] [5/26/2024] Yelena attends a joust meant to double as a prisoner exchange. In one exchange with a man she defeated, she reconciled with him that he deserves respect for having fought regardless - it inspires him. When a man dies at the joust, she attempts to say a prayer, but fails. The joust later goes poorly when the other side attacks the camp; she defends those within the camp, offering to guide them to Hearth, but counseling with others there she rides with captives back to Barental. She urges those in Barental to send help out to the villages that the Kilroxians may raid; is particularly concerned do to the proximity of her home, Hearth.
• [Describe a meaningful practice that your character demonstrates their faith by (once)] Yelena's journey has led her to develop a unique understanding and outlook on her faith, diverging slightly from the more vengeful approach towards heresy. In many events, Yelena has been outspoken about her perspectives on heresy and tolerance. Rather than emphasizing vengeance in the face of heresy, she leans towards a perspective rooted in mercy and compassion. Yelena believes that by fostering understanding, open dialogue, and offering guidance, individuals can be steered back towards the path of righteousness. Her approach seeks to preserve the order of the world by illuminating the transformative power of forgiveness and redemption, demonstrating that the Light's grace extends even to those who have strayed. In particular, she attempts to convert Reinhard back towards the light on several occasions; Her encounters with Reinhard and their failed attempt to guide him towards the path of light have made her question the effectiveness of harsh persecution. She speaks with arcane users on paths back towards the light; fueling her curiosity and deepen her understanding of the intricate interplay between good and evil forces in the world and the relationship between divine and arcane magic. And within several conversations she embeds contemplation on the importance of discernment, considering the circumstances and motivations that drive individuals towards darkness. She explores the concept of forgiveness and the potential for redemption, embracing the idea that even those who have done wrong may still find their way back to the light and under the guiding tenets of Ignis.
+ Must have completed the ‘meaningful ritual or practice’ deed for any tier
Yes
+ Must consistently adhere to the tenets and values of their patron
Yes
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