Farraki Empire

Other Nomad Kings

## Overview

The Second Farraki empire is the westernmost Sand Troll Empire currently unrecognized by the southern and western sand troll tribes that formed the First Farraki Empire after the fallout of the War of the Shifting Sands. The temple city of Zul'farrak, famously referred to as "the Jewel of the Dunes", is the capital city of the Farraki. Neighbouring the unmanned walls of Uldum and Ahn'qiraj, the Farraki tribes remain a mighty sovereign powers dominating southern Kalimdor.

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### History

Founded in the desert of Tanaris, the First Farraki Empire was founded in -13 530 BFW by the Dune Emperor Dhaak after he'd made a wish to a meandering high djinn "to forge an empire of his own". The Dune Emperor Dhaak settled down in the heart of what is today's Zul'farrak and was the first witness of great oasises sprawling within his vicinity, alluring sand trolls to settle and create Zul'farrak.

While many nomadic tribes of sand trolls fought and were later merged into the Empire of Zul, the Farraki Empire was never a part of the coalition as it did not present during its creation. During its occupation by the Kaldorei Empire, the Farraki were the most successful in the retention of their culture and tradition due to the unwelcoming climate and frequent violent resistances the Highborne had to cope with. The Farraki Empire was one of the major participants in the War of the Shifting War, in an attempt to claim all of the southern territories of Ahn'qiraj. Their efforts were half-successful after a disagreement with the unintegrated nomad tribes of Silithus and southern Tanaris over the extends of the Empire's tribes, leading to a bloodless rebellion that resulted in the collapse of the Empire.

Today, the dynasty of Dune King Chak'lifar has consilidated its might over the Empire, claiming lordship over all of Tanaris and Silithus, leading to border wars between the Farraki empire and its nomad tribes.

### Government

The Farraki live in a splintered society, ruled by Dune Emperors and Nomad Kings:

» **Dune Emperor** - Monarch of the Second Farraki Empire struggling against the coalition of nomad tribes. The power of the Dune Emperor is absolute, and only the advisors from the Van'tesh Cabal may take part in carrying or advising his verdicts.

» **Van'tesh Cabal** - Band of the Dune Emperor's advisors handpicked from the priest caste, albeit exceptions can lead to commanders and generals from the warrior caste being selected according to their merits.

» **Van'tesh Council** - The legislative body of the Second Farraki Empire and all of its tribes composed primarily of priests, with a small margin of seats in the council being taken by well-respected commanders of the Farraki Army. The name is derived from the obsidian ziggurat of Van'takar, residence of the Council.

» **Nomad King** - Leaders to nomadic Farraki tribes equal to powers of a Chieftain. Nomad Kings are not hereditary, and are instead elected by the elder witch doctors and prophets. Nomad Kings are responsible for the leadership of their tribe and decide on the route to their next destination.

### Religion

Akin to the Zandalari Empire, the Farraki Empire boasts itself with cultural and racial diversity. Common religions in the Farraki Empire are:

**Farraki Loa Pantheon** - The majority of the Farraki believe in the codified pantheon of the Farraki Loa and often utilizes Voodoo for religious purposes. (TDB)

**Atal'Kushana** (Devoted of Kushan) - TBD

**Farraki Atal'Sultlac** (Devoted of Sultlac) - A sub-branch of Qindoist Dazarism created by Qindo's student and friend, Qufel of the Flames. The Atal'Sultlac remain a minority seldom tolerated by the Loa-worshipping majority.

**Elemental Hoodooism** - TBD

**Uldumani Quadrumvirate** - TBD

### **Economy and common professions**

The Farraki currency is called **Buka**, its coins are minted from truesilver and coloured a strikingly golden tint. The coin's observe features the head of the current monarch, its reserve the sigil of the Farraki Empire. Despite its strict export-focused policy, the Zandalari A'klu remains an acceptable alternative currency. In the lower echelons of the peasant caste, barter remains as a traditional system of exchange.

The Farraki Empire is the largest exporter of **Aloe products** and **Mocluni Silk**, which is harvested from the scarcely-seen Bwopda Spiders of Western Tanaris. **Farhepp artisans** are masterful in the creation of Farraki steel by using a special alchemical powder called **Kerpas**, which amplifies the qualities of iron and renders it invincible against rust and weakening curses. The creation of Kerpas remains a secret only the oldest of Farheppi alchemists know of, and they guard their formula well. Farraki prefer bronze jewelry, and most statues that dot Zul'farrak's streets are created specifically from bronze.

Oasis farmers are responsible for reproducing snakes and "milking" them for venom, which is vast in supply and remains a cheap commodity throughout Tanaris. For non-sand trolls, Farraki cuisine is a morbid curiosity, as the Farraki consider venoms as a spice that "adds a tangy sweetness" to most dishes.

Common professions taken by the Farraki:

» Huntsman

» Oasis farmer

» Beast Tamer

» Mystic

» Artisan

» Apothecary

### Sex roles and marriage

Unlike in most of other troll societies, the women of the Farraki Empire have been emancipated -7400 years ago by the Dune Emperor Shara'zeen VII the Gracious after he was tired of having to listen to his complaining concubines. Dune Emperor Shara'zeen VII's law gave women new rights to own property, take on the professions of farmers, artisans and priestesses and allowed them to decline a proposal from a male without persecutions from her family. Despite Shara'zeen VII's new laws, Farraki males continue to enjoy more privileges than their counterparts.

TBD

### Slavery

The Farraki are well-known as slavers, chasing overseas after what they deem exotic in slave ships, trading slaves in the Eastern Kingdoms to return and sell them back in Tanaris. Goblins remain an all-time favourite in Zul'farrak, where the sadistic Farraki slake their hatred by shaming and humiliating them in public and private.

Unlike in Zandalar, voluntary slavery does not seem to exist as a form of payment of debt. Slaves in Tanaris are treated worse than anywhere else in the world. The Farraki justify this behaviour by comparing their slaves to livestock sent by the Gods. Slavedrivers are more than welcome to punish their slaves however they want, cutting off pinkie fingers on each hand is a notorious practice that weakens the hands, unabling rebelling slaves to hold their weapon for too long.