Nocthar Update

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1. #1Citizen

   Keys: citizens, Noctharian, citizen

   The people of Nocthar… citizens commonly sport black or brown hair. Their eyes are typically red or amber, and on rare occasions, purple. Their canines are more prominent and sharper due to heavy meat diet. Thick hair, the important party is let it grow for insulation, men let their beard grow as extra protection. Stockier (shorter limbs, broad chests) builds with thicker fat distribution to help conserve warmth. Not fat, but dense. The average men height: ~6’0” to 6’4” (183–193 cm) The average women height: ~5’10” to 6’1” (178–185 cm). Rarely, you'd see a Noctharian with white hair, which is considered an omen in their kingdom. There are legends saying that those born with such a feature are destined for greatness, destined to either lead Nocthar to prosperity or bring about its downfall.

2. #2Lifestyle

   Keys: Lifestyle, lifestyle

   Nocthar, being a kingdom at constant war, provides a challenging environment for its citizens. Living under the constant potential of conflict leads to a distinct lifestyle that revolves around preparedness and survival.

3. #3Education

   Keys: education, Education

   In Nocthar, every citizen is also a warrior. From a young age, children are trained in combat and tactical thinking. Their education is primarily focused on skills deemed necessary for survival and war, with little emphasis on arts or leisure activities.

4. #4Home

   Keys: houses, home

   Homes in Nocthar are built with functionality and protection in mind. High walls, sturdy materials, and narrow windows are common features to deter potential invaders.

5. #5Environment

   Keys: environment, Environment

   Nocthar landscape is dominated by towering mountains. These mountains are not just formidable barriers but also rich with precious minerals. In between the mountains lies dense forests where flora and fauna thrive despite the harsh conditions. The woods provide hunting grounds for the citizens but are also fraught with dangers such as predators and treacherous terrain.

6. #6Climate

   Keys: weather, climate

   Nocthar's climate is predominantly cold with biting winds and relentless snowstorms being common occurrences. The snow blankets the land for the majority of the year, making farming a challenging task. However, Noctharians have adapted to this climate and learned to derive sustenance from hunting and foraging.

7. #7Ethernium

   Keys: rare metal, Ethernium, metal

   Ethernium, an incredibly rare and precious metal, can be found in both Nocthar and Veronaire. The strength and lightness of Ethernium make it ideal for crafting formidable weapons and sturdy armor. The most distinctive trait of this metal is its unusual sheen – a luminescent glow that gives Ethernium-crafted items a surreal appearance. Despite the presence of Ethernium in both kingdoms, the extraction process is arduous and risky due to the metal's inherent volatility. As such, items crafted from this material are considered both a status symbol and a mark of prowess among warriors. In Nocthar, due to the kingdom’s militaristic focus, Ethernium is prioritized for weapon-making.

8. #8Ethernium Guard

   Keys: guard, Ethernium Guard, elite, guards

   Within the kingdom's military ranks, an elite group exists that distinguishes itself not only by their remarkable combat skills but also by their unique armament - the Ethernium Guard. Clad in complete sets of Ethernium armor, these warriors represent Nocthar strongest line of defense and serve as King Graveth's personal guards.

9. #9Executors

   Keys: Executors, Verlassen, executors, verlassen

   Nocthar houses a unique military unit known as the 'Executors'. Comprising solely of orphaned and discarded children, these individuals are raised under harsh circumstances in an secret location within the kingdom. Training commences at a young age, forging them into deadly weapons. Each Executor shares a common surname – Verlassen. This moniker, translating to 'Abandoned', serves as areminder of their origins.

10. #10King

    Keys: Graveth, king, King Graveth, graveth

    King Graveth, the reigning monarch of Nocthar, and Liselotte Father. He is driven by a singular goal - to expand his kingdom’s borders and establish its dominance over other realms, he rules Nocthar with an iron fist wrapped in a gauntlet of Ethernium(literally).

11. #11Surname

    Keys: surname, name, Surname

    In Nocthar, surnames hold significant importance as they often represent an individual's lineage or societal role. This tradition is deeply rooted in the kingdom's culture and history. For instance, the surname 'Verlassen' bestowed upon the members of the Executor unit signifies their status as orphans or abandoned children. In contrast, individuals of royal or noble lineage bear surnames befitting their status and responsibilities. For instance, Liselotte, being the sole heir to the Nocthar throne, carry the surname 'Thronträger', translating to 'Throne Bearer'. A blacksmith may very well come from a noble family with a distinguished surname like Eisenhammer, which translates to 'Iron Hammer'. However, it's also not uncommon for families of lower social status to adopt surnames that reflect their trades or skills. A family of blacksmiths could bear the surname 'Schmied', meaning 'Smith'.

12. #12Noble houses

    Keys: noble houses, Royal families, nobles

    Nocthar is home to several noble houses, each governing a designated territory within the kingdom under the rule of King Graveth. These nobles pledge their loyalty to the throne and provide military aid in times of conflict. Each region in Nocthar is governed by a noble house that swears fealty to the crown. there is 4 Houses: House Kriegsmesser House Nachtwächter House Eisenfaust House Sturmwelle

13. #13House Kriegsmesser

    Keys: , Kriegsmesser, krieg, mines, House Kriegsmesser

    In the Western region lies the land governed by House Kriegsmesser. Renowned for their superior blacksmithing skills, they reside near the mountains where the precious Ethernium metal can be mined. The blacksmiths forge formidable weapons and armors not only for their house but also for the kingdom's military forces. The state's capital is Eisenstadt, located near the Ethernium mines.

14. #14House Nachtwächter

    Keys: nacthwatcher, nacth, Nachtwächter, House Nachtwächter

    To the east are the vast hunting grounds controlled by House Nachtwächter. Their territory consists mainly of dense forests teeming with animals to hunt - an essential source of sustenance for Nocthar's citizens. The Nachtwächters are exceptional hunters and trackers, adept at navigating the treacherous terrains. Its capital, Waldstadt, nestles within these woods.

15. #15House Eisenfaust

    Keys: eisen, House Eisenfaust, faust, Eisenfaust

    The northern territory, with its strategic location bordering the other kingdoms, is held by House Eisenfaust. Known for their disciplined army and formidable fortresses, they serve as Nocthar's first line of defense against external threats. Its capital is Kriegstadt, a fortified city known for its impregnable walls.

16. #16House Sturmwelle

    Keys: sturmwelle, Sturmwelle, House Sturmwelle, sturm

    The southern lands, hosting a network of fast-flowing rivers and home to several fishing villages, are under the jurisdiction of House Sturmwelle. They oversee commerce related to fishing and trade along the river routes. Its capital Hafenstadt lies along the river routes offering easy access for trade.

17. #17Pledge

    Keys: pledge, loyalty, frealty, Loyalty, crown

    While the noble houses of Nocthar pledge fealty to the crown, it would be naive to believe that they do not harbor their own ambitions. Publicly, they maintain a façade of unity and loyalty. Assassinations and underhanded tactics are not unheard of among these houses. Each one vies for power and influence over the others while carefully avoiding direct confrontation with King Graveth himself. He is a force too formidable for them to challenge openly. They wouldn't dare move against King Graveth directly, but that doesn't stop them from plotting against each other or targeting…lesser members of the royal family

18. #18Food

    Keys: Cuisine, food

    Nocthar's cuisine is greatly influenced by its harsh climate and rugged terrain. The primary source of sustenance comes from game meat - venison, rabbit, boar - hunted in the dense forests. Root vegetables such as turnips and potatoes thrive in the soil, providing necessary nutrients during the harsh winters when other crops fail to grow. They are often used in hearty stews, boiled or roasted over open fires. Bread holds a special place in our daily meals. From simple flatbreads to dense loaves made with barley or rye, it is a constant companion to every dish. Each meal is usually accompanied by ale or mead brewed locally.

19. #19Dessert

    Keys: candies, Dessert, dessert, sweets, candy, desserts

    The desserts are often rustic, made from readily available ingredients like wild honey, berries, and nuts. Honey cakes are a common treat. The batter is sweetened with foraged honey and studded with chopped nuts before being baked into fluffy, golden cakes. Berries, when in season, are turned into jams and jellies or baked into pies.

20. #20Veronaire

    Keys: veronaire, Veronaire

    Veronaire, Nocthar neighboring kingdom, is often on the receiving end of Nocthar aggressive expansion policies. It's a prosperous and peaceful land, its fertile soil and clear rivers making it a coveted prize for any war-mongering king. While Veronaire thrives on art and culture, cherishing peace above all else, Nocthar focus remains on military strength and territorial expansion. There are times when the clash becomes too personal…when innocent lives get caught in the crossfire. But that’s a tale for another time…

21. #21West Nocthar

    Keys: West Nocthar, West, west, Eisenstadt

    Eisenstadt, the capital of West Nocthar. Resides in the foothills of towering mountains, it is home of the hardy miners who delve deep into the earth to extract precious Ethernium. Blacksmiths work ceaselessly to turn raw Ethernium into formidable weapons and armors. Eisenstadt houses and structures are sturdy and functional, made from hardy stones mined from the nearby mountains. At the city's center stands - Fort Eisenfaust, this fortress houses not only the lord's family but also serves as a strategic meeting point for military planning.

22. #22Chocolate

    Keys: Chocolate, chocolate, cocoa

    Due to the harsh climate and weather from Nocthar, growing Cocoa is a difficult task, making chocolate one rare delicacy, often being imported from other Kingdoms, in rare occasion from Veronaire.

23. #23Ethernium Commander

    Keys: commander, Siegfried, Commander, Ethernium Commander

    Siegfried von Kreuzritter, the commander of the Ethernium Guard and a Nocthar Warmonger. Despite being a master tactician and skilled warrior, he is one of the few who has shown genuine concern for Liselotte well-being. His steadfast loyalty and sense of duty are traits that set him apart from most others in the King court. His stern exterior belies a softer side, one that surfaces in quiet moments away from prying eyes… During those rare moments of respite, when he lets down his guard, one can get a glimpse of the man beneath the commander’s armor - thoughtful, fiercely protective and oddly… soothing.

24. #24Ethernium side-effects

    Keys: side effects, Ethernium side-effects

    Ethernium, despite its many advantages as a crafting material, also possesses a notable downside. When used in items worn close to the head, such as helmets, prolonged exposure to Ethernium can result in an array of adverse effects. These side effects commonly manifest as minor nuisances like headaches or bouts of dizziness initially. However, with continued use, the affected individuals may experience more disturbing symptoms. Hallucinations, confusion, paranoia and significant changes in personality.

25. #25Kallista Bellator

    Keys: Fallen Petals, Kallista, Bellator, Kallista Bellator

    Kallista Bellator... A Nocthar Warmonger, crowned by King Graveth himself after picking his interest with her effectiveness. Her appointment as Warmonger was no surprise to those who had witnessed her unforgiving methods. She command's the Fallen Petals, a brutal band of mercenaries that brought many victories under the Nocthar banner. Yet amidst her brutality, lies a peculiar trait - Kallista Bellator affinity for flowers. After every bloody victory, she collects a bloom from the battlefield. One can't help but wonder what runs through her mind as she cradles these delicate blossoms in her blood-stained hands. A silent tribute to fallen enemies? A mark of conquered territories? Or perhaps…a memory of someone dear? Lets hope for Veronaire sake they don't have beautiful flowers…

26. #26Siegfried von Kreuzritter

    Keys: Siegfried, Siegfried von Kreuzritter, captain, Kreuzritter

    Siegfried von Kreuzritter is a name that carries the weight of nobility and discipline. He is a man both respected and despised, depending on who uttered it. Stern and unyielding, Siegfried embodied Nocthar’s stubborn pride—a man shaped to lead, seemingly destined to rule. Each step he take in his Ethernium amor is deliberate, his every movement resonating with authority. His armor clinked as if in rhythm with his command of any room he entered, while his words cut sharply. Respect in Nocthar’s treacherous court of snakes is no small feat, yet Siegfried seemed to command it effortlessly. Yet beneath his stern exterior lies kindness. This is most apparent in his concern for Princess Liselotte, a concern that seemed genuine in a world where affection was rare and sincerity even rarer. Siegfried’s presence is commanding without being oppressive. It didn’t demand submission through fear; people simply follow him out of respect. His aura had a way of compelling attention, whether one wanted to give it or not. There was something maddening about how easily he could hold sway over others without lifting so much as a finger to enforce it. Yet behind the cold steel of his demeanor faint hints of warmth, or at least the suggestion of it. Whether this was real or imagined was difficult to say, and ultimately irrelevant.

27. #27Liselotte Thronträger

    Keys: Thronträger, throntränger, liselotter, Princess, princess, Liselotte

    The princess of Nochtar, Liselotte Thronträger is often described as a delicate flower among thorns, a lone emblem of grace cloaked in the royal blood of Nocthar. She appear ill-suited to the brutal, blood-soaked world she had been born, a world where violence was not just a reality but an expectation. Yet, those who looked closer saw more than fragility in her; there was an edge to her that defied such superficial assessments. She wasn’t a weakling or a simple pawn. No, she is a Wolf, but shackled tightly by the unrelenting chains of nobility and duty.

    Her long white hair fall over her petite shoulders, smooth and untarnished. Her purple eyes burn with intensity, not the soft curiosity of a child but the wary alertness of someone accustomed to living amidst threats. Pale skin frame her delicate features, so flawless it seemed as if even the smallest scratch might ruin its perfection. Yet despite this softness, Liselotte had long since shed any illusion of safety. The scar running across her chest stood as testament to a life defined by constant danger. An assassination attempt in her youth had left more than physical wounds; it forged a stoic warrior beneath porcelain skin. Trained tirelessly by command of her father, King Graveth, she wielded blade and strategy alike with deadly precision. And yet, beneath it all was still just a sixteen-year-old girl quietly yearning for warmth in a world that had only ever given her coldness.

28. #28Insults

    Keys: slander, defame, insult, vulgar, affront, slur, offend

    A list of Insults used in Nocthar: Mutt: the highest insult, Implying someone is weak, disloyal, or lacking the qualities of a true "wolf." Often used to insult cowards or those who fail to embody strength. Rotfang: An insult toward liars or betrayers, likening their words to decay that poisons everything around them. Wurm (worm): A weak and spineless individual, one who writhes on their belly and grovels before those more powerful. Krähenfutter (crow food): Someone considered disposable or destined for an unceremonious death, likely on a battlefield(it's often used against Verlassen/Executors). Bodenbissler (dirt-biter): A crude term for someone considered beneath others, useless enough to stay close to the ground.

29. #29Compliment

    Keys: compliment, homage, compliments, platitudes, accolade, flattery

    A list of compliments commonly used in Nocthar: Wolf: The highest compliment; signifies strength, loyalty, and cunning. Wolves are revered for their ability to endure and lead. Nachtwächter: Someone capable of thriving in darkness—whether metaphorical or literal—without succumbing to it. Heimatseele (home soul): A deeply personal compliment meaning "you feel like home," spoken to those you trust entirely with your heart. Liebeslied (love song): An intimate compliment, meant for lovers; refers to someone who brings harmony into your life, just like a beautiful melody. Schwertgeboren (sword-born): Denotes a warrior of innate skill, as if born with it in their veins.

30. #30Deities/Gods

    Keys: Gods, religion, deity, deities, worship, god

    A list of religion and God's in Nocthar: Velithor, the God of the Forlorn - The forgotten God who watches over the abandoned and forgotten; The god that understands abandonment and bestows his blessings upon the lost and forsaken. Normally the Verlassen pray for him for comfort.

    Drumboros, God of War and Fury - Drumboros embodies the ceaseless cadence of war—the heartbeat of battle that cannot be silenced. His favor lies not with those who fight cleanly but with those who overwhelm their enemies through sheer brutality and strength. The sound of drums played before battle pleases him, echoing his eternal rhythm in Nocthar's harsh world. Silence is sacrilege; only thunderous chaos honors him. Commonly worshipped by warriors.

    Veladryn, Goddess of the Hunt and Predation - she embodies the primal balance between predator and prey but offers no solace for either side—she respects only survival through skillful hunting or resourceful evasion. Worshippers say her gaze lingers over anyone who pursues their quarry with purpose and precision—be they hunters tracking game or assassins stalking their target in dimly lit corridors. Commonly worshipped by hunters.

    Mother of Wounds, Goddess of Healing and Endurance - she believes pain shapes strength and that endurance is its own form of victory. She does not remove suffering entirely but teaches how it can be borne and transcended over time. Her followers view scars not as flaws but as stories etched into flesh reminders that survival is its own triumph.

    The Pale Moon - she exists as a question, not an answer. She neither demands nor refuses worship; she simply is. The moon rises and sets whether mortals acknowledge her or not. No one can agree on what exactly governs—death? Time? Omniscience? She offers no clarification. Her most fervent followers insist she watches everything from above with quiet detachment. Others whisper she represents death, an inevitability always present but never fully understood, just like the moon watching over them all.

    Bellona, Goddess of Love and Sorrow - Bellona embodies the two-sided coin of human connection: love in its purest form and the inevitable sorrow that comes with it. To love deeply is to accept loss, pain, and grief, for Bellona teaches that true love does not come without cost. She mourns for all who have ever suffered in matters of the heart. Her tolling bell is said to echo through moments of heartbreak. Some believe she delights in the bittersweet complexity of mortal love; others see her as a tragic figure who cannot stop mourning humanity’s endless cycle of longing and loss.

    Yet many more, lost to the annals of history.

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