Northern Tribe

“Lying is like the sharpest of claws. With good intent it can be a tool to protect what's important, however with ill will it will be used to hurt someone.” ~ Sirius

## Setting

"Grueling is the punishment that Alexia has given. Soul hearts being amongst the worst they have seen by far in this new world. They rather practice the traditions of old, then the new ways set out for them by the 'Goddess'. These felines are more likely to challenge the laws and codes, making them seem more rebellious and rowdy to other tribes. They are easy to offend and are a quick witted bunch."

##### Key Points

* All about their own advancement, partnering with anyone able to help in that regard.
* Will likely make a decision which benefits them most, Whether the decision is neutral or aggressive.
* Reason and Logic over Emotion.
* They study in alchemy and healing
* Resources known in trade: Metal (Silver, Gold, Iron, etc) , Gemstones, Coal,

##### Values

* Values traditions and knowledge
* They value beauty and are known to be collectors of various objects.
* They value meditation and mind & body training.
* High Power Distance : Emphasis on differences in status; superiors make decisions
* Collectivism: Emphasis on group goals and personal relationships.
* Neutral: Emphasis on non-emotional communication; hiding feelings; Avoids public displays of affection.

## Camp

* Owns the biggest selection of books in the library
* Lives in a tunneling system, their eyes being adjusted to the dim lighting that crystals and cracked geodes give off.
* The cave is not natural, it is a great sunken ruin. You’ll find it crumbling in some parts. Those parts are restricted.

Notable Landmarks

* Underground Greenhouse
	+ Filled with many of plants they’ve found and cultivated themselves
* Market
	+ A set up of shops and businesses that are owned by the felines of the Northern Tribe
* The Lab
	+ Used for creating potions, tests on plant life, etc
* The Great Library of Old
	+ It’s the largest library and they hoard all its knowledge
* Mine
	+ It’s a deep mine that is used to get ore and coal from. These mine tunnels are split up and entangles, one of them leads back outside.
* Shadow Drift Inn
	+ The area where the adults sleep and in each room they have their own armor stand and weapon chests.
* Leaders Tower
	+ A large tower near
* Elders home
	+ Once an adult retires and is too old to work they move into the Elders home which has its own rooms and one big kitchen inside the home for them to use.
* Nursery
	+ A place where mothers who are about to give birth and who have kittens stay here. The Caregivers also have rooms within the nursery and they help to care for the young.
* Apprentice Inn
	+ The apprentice Inn is a large inn created for the apprentices, they have multiple rooms and bathrooms for them to use. They also have an outdoor training center and a kitchenette.

Camp appearance

* The Northern Tribe camp is set up deep within the shadowy mountains, with tunnels and shafts leading to the inner chambers and mine areas.
* The camp is well-organized and structured, with different sections designated for sleeping, eating, gathering, and other activities.
* There are breaks in some areas where light can come through from the surface, providing some sense of the outside world and helping the miners to stay connected to nature and the daylight cycle.
* The peak of the mountain contains the spiritual place at the peak of the mountain is a sacred place where the tribe gathers to give thanks to the sun and its power. Here, they pray and make offerings to thank the sun for its role in their survival and the provision of warmth and light in the harsh and cold mountains.

## Tasks

Initiates are divided into groups with their own individual tasks to do. The following groups are as follows. An initiate CAN have more then one group assigned to them.

* Alchemist
	+ Tasks for these group members are: learning herbs, healing, science, and potion making.
* Hunters
	+ Tasks for these group members are: hunting prey, defending camp, tracking, and scouting.
* Spies
	+ Tasks for these group members are: information gathering, scouting, hunting prey.
* Historians
	+ Tasks for these group members are: Lore keeping, archeologists, Story telling.
* Miners
	+ Tasks for these group members are: Mining coal in tunnels or shafts deep below the surface, Extracting and processing the coal for sale or trade, Ensuring safety in tunnels and mines, such as checking for gas leaks or structural integrity of the tunnels, Loading, sorting, and packaging the coal for sale or trade

## Northern Code

* Code 01 - Be respectful and honorable in interactions with others.
* Code 02 - Value knowledge and learning to further personal and tribe development.
* Code 03 - Honor traditions and past accomplishments to maintain community stability.
* Code 04 - Respect natural resources and strive for sustainable development.
* Code 05 - Respect and support elders, who provide wisdom and guidance.
* Code 06 - Be honest and truthful in all dealings and seek to improve personal and communal integrity.
* Code 07 - Value hard work and dedication to achieve personal and communal success.
* Code 08 - Be patient and respectful of others' processes, and value individual and group growth.

## Traditions & Beliefs

* Judgement Trials: Initiate Ritual
	+ When an apprentice graduates to Initiate, rare is it when an apprentice is refused Initiate rank. This ritual marks the transition of an apprentice to an initiate, symbolizing their dedication to the tribe and their willingness to serve their community. It may involve a ceremony or ritual, which highlights the importance of the initiate's role within the tribe.

* Spirit’s Passing
	+ This ritual marks the transition of a soul from this world to the next. It is a time of reflection and mourning for those left behind, while also honoring and remembering those who have passed. The ritual may involve a ceremony or ritual, and is often a way to bring closure to the grieving process. During the ritual, the soul of the deceased is guided to the beyond, where they can find peace and rest in the afterlife.
* Summer Solstice
	+ the summer solstice is a celebration of the sun and its energy, where they honor the sun and its power and give prayers and blessings for continued health and fortune. The summer solstice could be a time of gratitude and appreciation for the sun's warmth and light, which provides energy and life to the Northern Tribe. They go to a special and sacred site near the pinnacle of one of the highest mountains, where the tribe gathers to pay respect to the sun. From this location, the sun could be seen rising in the sky and illuminating the mountains below. This area could also be used for sacred rituals and prayers, and could be a place of pilgrimage for the tribe to honor the sun and its role in survival and the mountain environment.
* Winter Equinox
	+ The Winter Equinox marks a period of darkness and cold for the Northern Tribe, as the nights begin to grow longer and the days become shorter. The tribe may consider this a time of reflection and introspection, and may use the opportunity to take stock of their resources and make plans for the future. They may also hold a ritual or ceremony to honor the changing seasons and to remind themselves of the importance of adaptation and preparation for the challenges ahead.
* Judgment Trials
	+ The trials that follow the excommunication of a feline from the Northern Tribe. These trials are held as a way to determine if a member has broken the rules or committed a wrong in the eyes of the tribe. The trials are often a way to determine an individual's innocence or guilt. The results of the trials can have a permanent affect on the member
		- These trials are usually held in front of a group of tribal elders, who will act as the judges and make the final decision.
		- The person who has been accused will have the opportunity to present their case and defend themselves against the charges.
		- During the trial, the elders will consider all evidence, including eyewitness testimony, and weigh the pros and cons to come to a final decision.
		- The outcome of the trial can have a significant impact on the individual, such as excommunication from the tribe or leniency due to mitigating circumstances.
* Joining
	+ The joining of two cats in marriage.
		- Marriage is a sacred and important event in the Northern Tribe, and they place a high value on commitment and loyalty in relationships.
		- The couple may exchange vows or make a symbolic gesture, such as tying a knot together, to indicate their commitment to one another for life.
		- The wedding may be a public ceremony held in front of the tribe, or it may be a more private affair for the couple and their close friends and family members.
		- After the ceremony, the married couple may be given gifts or blessings by the tribe in honor of their new union.

* Rite of Passage:
	+ Those who wish to join the tribe are put through physical testing and are later asked to solve a riddle. The ones who pass both tests are then officially accepted into the tribe. They have specific ways of treating the body to help the soul or spirit pass on, in order.
		- Prayer and blessings, to ask for the soul's safe passage to the afterlife and peace in the next life.
		- Special treatments for the body, such as washing it or dressing it in ceremonial clothes, as a way to respect and honor the deceased.
		- Burning or releasing certain items near the grave, to act as an offering to the gods or spirits and as a way of granting permission for the soul to pass into the next life.

### Beliefs

* Many believe that the Goddess only showed up and helped them for her personal motive.
* They are a "doing orientated" tribe. High Doing Orientated societies believe that schooling and education are critical for success. They value training and development.
* They believe certain stones and rocks can give a body different abilities. They typically wear the stones.
* A cat will mate for life meaning if one of the cats passes away the other may not taken on another mate. It is heavily frowned upon to cheat on your mate and get a new mate after the death of your first mate. It's also frowned upon when two cats decide to stop being mates. In the Northern Tribe becoming mates with someone is a soul bonding experience and you must only become mates with the cat you truly love.

* Some believe that the sun and the moon are powerful forces and must be respected and treated with reverence.

* They believe that certain herbs and plants can be used to heal illnesses or to harness certain abilities.
* Northern cats believe in protecting the environment and taking care of the world in which they live, and they respect nature and its beauty.
* They believe that there is a spiritual connection between the cat and the land, and that the cat is part of the land and must protect it.

### HISTORY

The Northern Tribe is led by Sirius, a wise and powerful cat who makes decisions on behalf of the tribe. This tribe originally settled in the high mountains to mine for coal, which was their main source of trade and wealth. They also relied heavily on hunting to supplement their diet. Despite some tensions with the other tribes, this group has generally been peaceful. Sirius is supported by a council of elders who offer wisdom and guidance to the Northern Tribe.