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Hero
“The Sea is vicious and cruel.
It should be treated with due respect.
All are equal within Her grace.”
collective of individuals whose lives revolve around the sea, and revere it as a force of nature, one that should be at the core of a new deity. Inspired by the scriptures of old, they would see her independent once again, free from those that would claim it, be it Visage or Jax—even if many within the sect have a history with them.Though divinity is a strange and convoluted concept, difficult for mortals to fully grasp, it is the foremost intention of the Apostles to raise the old goddess of the sea, Laets, back to her former position on the Pantheon. If she is truly gone, however, then the faith will direct their efforts into the creation of a new entity in her image.
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Ѻ Braes Redwood and others (To be added)
To join – or if you have any questions – contact us! We are all open to RP with new members ∶)
And if you're unsure whether your character will fit in, we could help you create a new one.
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The ocean faith rules over or influences a number of different regions across the realm.
Some are far removed from the world's political sphere, though are clearly defined claims nonetheless. Others have been abandoned entirely, with no de facto control.
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Founding
The Apostles of the Sea are formally created as a religious organization, and announced via posters shortly after.
https://hollowworld.co.uk/threads/cult-apostles-of-the-sea.53290/ [November 2021]
Sailing the Open Ocean
The Apostles venture out aboard the Tideborne flagship All for Naught, with the galleon Trenchant Smile sailing in consort, to commune with the Ocean or some lesser figment of it. Magical artifacts are thrown into the sea as offerings – namely ‘Golden Collar’ and ‘Locker’ – as well as the galleon. Some sailors don’t return to the main vessel in time, and are taken by the depths as well.
It results in the summoning of Lightless Void; a conversation is held, though little sense is made of it.
https://hollowworld.co.uk/threads/december-21st-sailing-the-open-ocean.53359/ [December 21 2021]
Once Upon A Shore
The Apostles dare to cross the vast ocean, back towards the old continent, in order to speak with ‘Shoreless Gulf’, the royal sea elemental. Items of value are sacrificed; communication is attempted. The lack of audible or visible response was taken as failure, but it was uncertain if all hope was lost—until the elemental attacked. The crew narrowly escapes, the ship heavily damaged, several members of its crew lost to the ravenous waves. Despite the ruination, the Apostles’ survival bespoke their mastery in seafaring, and their resolve.
https://hollowworld.co.uk/threads/jan-19-once-upon-a-shore.53557/ [January 19 2022]
Summer Under the Sea
Briarwood and other masked followers gather at the beach outside Storm’s Landing to herald the joining of Unknown Depths to Visage’s divine court. The Apostles later enter the scene, and take the opportunity to confront the 'Seaborn'. Denouncing a number of inaccuracies or false claims—and generally just antagonizing them, et cetera.
https://hollowworld.co.uk/threads/moderate-8th-of-march-3pm-est-summer-under-the-sea.53848/ [March 8 2022]
The Grating End
The Apostles of the Sea rally fighters and sailors to slay the Pale Beast, which had wreaked destruction upon them in past attempts. The crews are composed of people of different faiths and creeds, each enlisted for their own reasons, but all are determined to end this threat. An unconventional yet brilliant strategy is devised, and – with the auxiliaries's help – they successfully defeat the monster.
https://hollowworld.co.uk/threads/mar-20-the-grating-end.53901/ [March 20 2022]
Reprise
Josef, Ardaric, and Raigo conduct the ancient ritual to initiate Avalyn into the Tideborne family. She sees the ceremony to the end, swearing undying loyalty to the House and the Ocean as they have all done before.
https://hollowworld.co.uk/threads/reprise.54133/ [April 25 2022]
Trouble with the Tides
Apostles and friends withdraw from their duties to instead enjoy the southern waters and its beautiful sights—colourful reefs, frolicking dolphins, and radiant skieels are looked upon with wonder by all on board. The diversion is then interrupted by a pack of red-tinted, scaled lions; injuries are sustained in the fight to ward them off, but all return to port in decent condition.
https://hollowworld.co.uk/threads/28-may-the-trouble-with-tides.54310/ [May 28 2022]
Eastern Reefs
What had started as a nondescript exploratory voyage into the east... ended up as much more. A secret was uncovered, and much is yet to be understood. The beginning of a new chapter.
https://hollowworld.co.uk/threads/jul-2-eastern-reefs.54485/ [July 2 2022]
Spelunking
Sailors tell of intriguing happenings in the sea; the Apostles chart a course for the unknown, to discern the truth amid all the hearsay. The encounters are indeed strange—otherworldly, even, as though coming from a madman's tale. Further remnants are chanced upon, indicating of much more to be discovered. The Apostles return to port, with the intent of preparing for another ambitious voyage.
https://hollowworld.co.uk/threads/sep-24-spelunking.54953/ [September 24 2022]
Beacon in the Ocean
The fragments of a old journal lead the Apostles to the wander the southern seas of the Old World, where the eventually find an abandoned lighthouse, and discover a Laets shrine within. The mysteries of the 'Navalesse Navy' continue to unfold, though much is left to be wholly understood. Among the ruins, coordinates to another faraway settlement are found, this one said to be in the North. Once again, further adventure awaits.
https://hollowworld.co.uk/threads/nov-19-beacon-in-the-ocean.55190/ [November 15 2022]
The Drowned
Old tracks are traced to frozen depths, to a danger, a door, a secret. Runes painted with the blood of their fallen crewmate unlocks the gate to a bygone being's rest, and the Apostles fall to the lull of the deep. They've found what they're looking for, and now they must free it.
[January 21 2023]
Abluvion
Laets roams once again, free of their chains, no longer forgotten.
Finished - [March 26th] Abluvion
〚 A B L U V I O N 〛 The Apostles gather to reform that which has been long forgotten. An end to a long journey, and the start of many more. High tide washes over. ╔═══════════════════╗ DATE | March 26th TIME | 3 PM EST LOCATION | Serpent's Cradle RATING | Violent ╚═══════════════════╝
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The noble house Mandovi, held in high regard.
Family ties and shared business interests bring them together, however dormant they are.
The Sect of the Scholarly, held in high regard.
The two 'heretical' cults have found common ground in destabilizing Visage and restoring ancient gods.
OOC
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Since the lore surrounding gods, figments – and everything in between – has changed several times over the years, it’s become somewhat difficult to keep track of what it really takes to ‘revive’ a god (if even possible at all) or to create a new one. The precedent set by Valiant’s court leads us to believe that gods never truly die, and will always exist somewhere in the cosmos as some sort of fragment of their old self. At least- for as long as they are thought of, even if they only occupy the minds of a handful of people.
Ideally, Laets’ remnants are empowered through continuous devotion, enough that she rises again as a figment(?) of respectable prevalence, until eventually becoming a god proper. Another name and identity can be worked with if this isn’t amenable.
*(halfway through writing this i have been made aware that Laets was in fact originally a ‘he’ so now idk how to feel- anyway i’m going to continue to address the sea as female. call me generic idc)
Yeah we understand how ambitious our goals are, and that it’ll be an uphill battle to achieve this objective, we don’t mind too much that it takes forever- as long as it’s OOC fun. The focus is on driving our characters into an interesting, long-term story arc (though conflict does create rp, it can also be touchy; that’s something we’re aware of, and will deal with sensibly.)
If you have any questions, hit us up!
me - Santiagø#8231
Juvix_ - Juvix_#4467
Warwolf - Warwolf#6174
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