The Asyli de Alienus Animae

Tucked within canyons of the Ascent, an extensive cave system presents a warm dry place to begin a life. The Asyli offers many chambers, rocks to languish on,a lake to lounge in and peace from the singing wind. Inside, the Clan lives peacefully, content in their simple lifestyles. Although they worship the Windsinger, the customs, laws, and traditions are completely their own, formed from each of their experiences.

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Laws of the Clan

1. The Council’s word is law.           -Though one may disagree with the Council, it is still a dragon’s duty to follow the instructions given.           -If given an order from only one member of the Council, a dragon is allowed to appeal to other council members to overrule the decision. 

2. All duties must be preformed to the satisfaction of the faction leader.          -Faction leaders are elected through popular vote, approved by the Council, and must have at least one year in their chosen faction.          -All dragons are given four in ten days off and may choose the order, with the approval of their faction leader.

3. No dragon who claims peace may be harmed within the Asyli.            -Those that do not claim peace may be driven away but not killed unless necessary.            -Any dragon breaking this law is punishable by death.

4. Hatchlings are to be given the utmost and primary care and attention.             -No mother shall be forced to raise her clutch in any manner she doesn’t approve.             -Any dragon caught neglecting the hatchlings in anyway, including it’s parents, will be driven from the Asyli without hesitation. 

5. Once hatchlings are old enough, (6-18 months) they are given as many chances to switch between factions until they choose which one suits them best.              -All hatchlings are expected to spend at least one month in each faction but are also expected to choose to a permanent position by 2 years of age.            -Hatchlings are welcome to leave the clan and return once before entering this apprenticeship period, and once before they choose their permanent faction; absences may be as long as they like. 

6. All allegiances must be paid to the Windsinger.            -No dragon is forced to worship the Windsinger in the exact same way and no dragon is forced to attend any ritual’s preformed by the Shaman.           -Other deities may be acknowledged and prayed too, but the Windsinger must be accepted as the first god. 

7. Any dragons, friend or foe, hatchling or elder, found suffering must be brought to the Healers and cared for until healthy.            -Enemy dragons are expected to be under guard until they can be escorted far from the Asyli.            -Any dragon is free to stay within the Asyli should they choose, including former rivals, though they are given a ten month probationary period. 

8. Feathers are rankings within each faction and are sorted by color.             -Only the Council are allowed to wear anything to cover their heads, but those with more feathers are ranked higher in the Asyli.            -Feathers can be earned and taken away and are bestowed by faction leaders with the approval of the Council. 

Should any of these laws be broken, the Council may decide punishments of varying severity. While each member of the Council has authority outside of the whole, no council member is able to dole out a punishment without approval of two other Council members. It should also be noted that Rydellenan and Namid individually hold more weight and power on the Council than Jaidarana and Delbaeth individually. The Council holds the right to add and amend this manifesto at any given moment, though any amendment must have majority at three fourths of the vote.  

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Past the nesting grounds, lies the Healer’s quarters. No one has been allowed into the darkest recess where the three nocturne’s nest, but many have spent a few nights here, recovering from what ails them. The fresh sunlight brightens the mood and the open air clears the sickness, even as strange smells rise from small bundles of herbs lying in niches in the walls. Alcoves dip into the shelf above a dribbling creek, and they are freshly lined with soft moss every other day to keep illness from spreading. With fresh water at the ready and careful attention from the Healers, most dragons barely spend a night here before they sent away, as hearty as ever. 

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This bolt hole is the tiniest, and used in only the direst measures as it opens into the nursery. Only the fae and the hatchlings can slip through this gap, and it is left largely unguarded, as it is well known that nesting mother’s are often the most fierce and cranky. At night, one tiny fae guard is posted as a precaution. 

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This bright warm space is the nursery. It’s filled with affection, nests, and noise as the eggs laid here hatch and release the next generation. Here the ground is covered in a thick layer of sand, softening every step. No dragon is required to lay her eggs here, as she is free to nest wherever she may choose, and several of the less social species choose to raise their clutches in their personal chambers. However, this space is the closest to the Healers and most mother’s prefer to nest where the Windsinger can see and bless each clutch as he chooses. 

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This large open passage is filled with stalagmites and stalactites, making it difficult for many of the larger dragons to traverse, but it’s do able with care and precision. Unfortunately, such delicacies cannot be afforded and several pillars have been knocked over by sick and injured dragons on their way to visit the Healers, who’s quarters lie past the bright nursery. Connecting to the entrance chamber, this passage glows with the clear bright future of the clan. 

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Besides the tailored home quarters, this storeroom in the only place in the Asyli that does not receive any natural light. Most of the clan avoid the depository, as the darkness and claustrophobia frighten them. It is here that Hunters, Gatherers, and Warriors stash their hard won resources and it is here that the Homemakers, Nest Watchers, and Healers find the supplies they need to care for their clan members. The cool, undisturbed darkness allows for the stores to last much longer than being left in the sun, and the bioluminescent life forms here, such as Ancient Fungi and Cave Jewels, provide enough light to see.

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From the ante chamber, extends this broad passage, wide enough to contain a guardian twice Rodon’s size. While not very well lit, some dried brush is often burned along the inner wall providing light and guidance. Not many spend much time in this place, as it doesn’t allow the melodies of the Windsinger to pass through the Asyli. However, after collecting for the clan, Hunters and Gatherers will spend moments drying and curing their food supplies here, while Warriors tramp past depositing what winnings they’ve earned to the store room.

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This serenely lit chamber rests deep under ground, further than any other nesting hollows, and only one dragon enters it. Ustilago, wounded from the loss of his family, spends most of his time here, guarding the only precious thing left to him. A flower that is his Charge. Though he’s still loyal to the Asyli, he must mourn for what he has lost and mend his soul. This muted, tranquil chamber provides both the solitude and comfort he needs. 

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This bolt hole connects to the antechamber right off the entrance. It’s as closely guarded as the main opening, since this leads directly towards the resting chambers of the Asyli. It would be an excellent area of ambush, especially at night when all are sleeping. Except Kerzal, who watches this entrance every nightfall, devotedly protecting his clan mates. 

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From the giant entrance chamber branches this smaller ante chamber. It’s quieter here, without the noise of the water gently stirring, or the echos of voices bouncing from the walls. This ante chamber contains many passages, snaking deeper into the cliffs, passages that lead to small hollows clan members claim as their personal quarters. These personal quarters are highly respected and never entered without permission. A bolt hole, fit for the mid sized dragons, sprays light across this cavern. 

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Welcome to the entrance chamber of the Asyli de Alienus Animae. With the high vaulted ceiling and the broad open walls, this primary alcove is the perfect place for the clan members to assemble, relax, and socialize. A soft bed of flora carpets the ground, thinning as it strays away from the hollow in the ceiling. The sun flows through this grotto as the wind dances within and many of the hatchlings often dare each other to climb the tree near the center, while driving their Watchers off the Ascent. The small clear basin of water rises from the ground providing for all. This chamber is never empty, filling and clearing as the clanmembers go about their lives. 

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Though there are many entrances to the Asyli, this is the biggest and most used. All of the dragons are capable of fitting through this corridor, including Jaidarana, the biggest and broadest in the clan.  It opens right into the entrance chamber and the sand is worn soft and thick from so many paws and claws scraping across it. No hatchlings are allowed past this point unless accompanied by their parents and with permission from at least two council members. 

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