just dnd shit

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An account purely for all my dnd things.

If you are one of my players:

A HUGE spoiler warning. Read at your own risk, I would prefer you didn’t tho.

If you decide to follow, block the tag "Sulea Spoilers".

Now that that’s out of the way, let’s enjoy this.

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Wait why do they need a hallucinogen to safely navigate space in dune?

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LET ME TELL YOU... ABOUT MY WONDERFUL SPECIAL BOYS...

THE SPACING GUILD NAVIGATORS.

So a major facet of Dune's world-building is that it's taking place after an event called "The Butlerian Jihad"--sometime after humanity colonized space, there was a massive purge of "Thinking Machines"--we completely wiped out all computers and AI. "But Nite," you're saying, "We need computers to do so many things! How the fuck are people in Dune functioning without computers?! I mean they're in fucking space!!!"

Well, fun fact! A lot of the technology in Dune is in fact, analog! We're talking like weird fucked up mutant children of clockwork and VCR-core! It's wild stuff! Some factions in Dune (like the Tleilaxu) probably have computers and robots hidden away somewhere, but AI is a HUGE taboo in the Dune Universe.

"But wait, we still need computers to calculate stuff."

Well yes, and that's where Mentats come in.

Mentats are humans who have been conditioned from a young age to basically... do what computers do. They can run rapid calculations, store insane amounts of memory, and combine human logic with perfect calculation to advise and instruct.

But there are some calculations that even Mentats can't handle, and that's where my special special boys the Spacing Guild Navigators come in:

See... the thing about Spice in Dune is it isn't just a hallucinogen. It literally expands consciousness--it makes you no longer perceive time linearly-- so spacing guild navigators have conditioning similar to mentats, but this is paired with being dosed with massive amounts of Spice until it mutates their bodies into fucked up fish people and they can't survive outside of a spice-infused tank. So that combination of pinpoint accuracy calculating capabilities with a mind that has been bombarded with so much Space Acid you can plot out the movements of celestial bodies results in a being who can calculate safe FTL travel through the stars!! That's a fucking person in that tank!! It's so fucked up!! I love them!!! And that's how Dune uses Spice to safely navigate space!! That's why Spice is vital to space travel!!!

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Rennes Azarath

The triton man in charge of the Heluazuno branch of Aqautic Aid. He is Lawful Neutral and only truly follows the rules of his organization. Azarath is in contact with Vuoor Xae, the Kuotoa in charge of Slyrun, often to get new materials or food for those at his base. 

Azarath has a strong sense of loyalty and, once he trusts you, he trusts you forever. He is a powerful ally, and one that you would not want on your bad side. 

Rennes is a high level paladin of Njord, the Norse god of Sea and Wind.

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Society for the Advancement of Wizards

Society for the Advancement of Wizards is a well known group with bases in cities and a few larger towns. Any Wizard worth their salt has trained with S.A.W. at least once. 

S.A.W. was created by Alatar the Wise years ago when he decided to spread his knowledge amongst the people. Alatar was the most powerful wizard of his time, and he felt that he would be selfish if he kept his hard earned knowledge to himself. 

Today, the Society has their own HeadQuarters, several scouting agents, and teachers for every type of student. They have even began to accept Sorcerers and Bards that wish to further their knowledge of the arcane. 

For those that must learn outside the classroom, they sell “Arcane Masters On The Go”. It contains basic information that one would learn in their first year in S.A.W. They are currently working on follow up textbooks.

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The Unchained

A large group that has taken complete control of a section of New City and does not allow magic. They are ruthless and believe that magic belongs to no one but them. If someone in their area is caught using magic, they are either killed or severely punished.

The Unchained have made deals with the New City Guards in that area in order to maintain their idea of peace. They hope to eventually unseat Alton Tosscobble and make the entirety of New City a “Pure City” in their eyes. 

The head of The Unchained is an Aarakocra named Seiðr.

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Aquatic Aid

Aquatic Aid is made of mostly water-bound creatures that found their home on a series of small islands off the coast. They monitor the oceans in order to keep the people safe. They have bases all around the planet, but their strongest base is here in Heluazuno.\

They have no political affiliation and no ties to any specific kingdom. None are born into AA, they are inducted and sworn in. In order to become a member, one must “die”, in a sense, and give up their old life. Their only love, their only duty, is to the ocean.

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Brisby

Brisby receives more snow than anywhere else on the continent, and more sorcerers are born here than any other town, city, or village. The town is made mostly of smaller, or furrier, creatures. Goblins, Dwarves, Halfling, and Gnomes and significantly less Bugbears, Hobgoblins, Centaurs, Minotaurs, and Satyrs. 

This small village has a large wlw presence.

The elected official of Brisby is a Dwarf named Sibrihilde Whitjaw.

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Steapa

A town built on the edge of the gnomish forest, this town is incredibly superstitious. Careful not to disturb any quiet magic that may be lying in wait, they have built a small wall between the edge of the town and forests that lie beyond. 

Steapa is one of the only towns that has a larger religious presence. Steapa has a designated shrine to Balder, God of Joy, Sunlight, and the Summer Sun. In the middle of the town, there is a statue of Balder. If couples go before that statue, pledge their love for one another, and lay a single flower from the gnomish forest on his feet, the couple will have a blessed marriage. 

The people of Steapa are from all backgrounds. Close enough to the city to make a profit, but far enough to avoid the heinous taxes, it has invited quite a few people to their door. They are welcoming and lovely.

Steapa also holds many secrets. The Sons of Loki have a base here and have paid off most of the guards here. There is an underground gambling ring here, this is also where most trading of Femmes takes place. 

Steapa gets most of its money from  Brothels. 

The elected official of Steapa is a Leonin named Ekene.

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Klaton

Klaton is a small village nestled in between rivers and a lake. This village is mostly made of Tritons and fish people that wanted to move more inland. Most people in Klaton make their living by diving into the depths of the lake and finding hidden treasures, precious metals, clay, stones, and all sorts of things. 

These individuals don’t travel a lot and were absorbed into Steapa for tax purposes only. 

The elected official of Klaton is a Triton named Vlaryn Unasath.

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Cobble Run

Cobble Run is a small town off of the river where people have been known to find gold. In honor of finding riches, Tosscobble named it after himself. 

Many of the citizens of Cobble Run moved to Arid once it opened up, so there is plenty of room here for individuals trying to find a place to live without the stress of a big city. 

Unfortunately, the people of Cobble Run have been known to run into their fair share of raiding parties. Because of this, the people of Cobble have built their houses into the ground, disguising them with the nature around them. 

The tax on Cobble Run would be higher, but the elected individual that bargains with Tosscobble is incredibly charismatic and has been able to keep him from raising it to an insane amount. 

The elected official of Cobble Run is a tabaxi named Kite Veil.

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Arid

Arid is the wealthiest and most recently established city. Because most cities and towns already had an established trading position, Arid was able to explore new options. An avid trader with Freyfalls and Millspell, the merchants of Arid take the fruit native to those areas and make delectable wines with them. Of course, they make more than wine, but that is their main export. 

Arid has yet to be corrupted to its very roots, but that isn’t for lack of trying. Tosscobble has purchased a second home there and his favorite right and left hands stay there to keep an eye on things. Those that have been sent there from the guard are also new additions. This city was what New City was supposed to be before Tosscobble ruined it. The people are nice. The entire city is paved with brick. 

The elected official of Arid is the tiefling woman Leth Calamitas.

Hippie vibes x1000

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Freyfalls

A much more pretentious people than their neighbors across the falls. Freyfalls is named for the large waterfall that they have settled next to. 

The people of Freyfalls are a town of mostly wood elves. They are some of the only elves that have come from Mohiri and it is because they wish to claim the upper part of Heluazuno for themselves and make Elves completely separate from everyone else in Heluazuno, Mohiri, and even Uwei. 

They hope to expand their territory soon, but in the meantime they trade heavily with New City. 

The elected official of Freyfalls is a wood elf named Eira Barkblossom.

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Millspell

Millspell is a town of druids of all races. They have set up a small town very reliant on nature, their homes are built into the trees. They are pledged to help nature thrive. 

Tosscobble believes them to be crazy and have no worth, so they are not taxed. They stay out of the political affairs of the world and are not informed of any large changes to the world around them. 

People are hesitant to enter their property because it is believed that their forest is enchanted with strange natural magic. 

The people are all very friendly, but only when you warm up to them. Their first instinct is to protect their home and they will attack if you force your way into their forest. 

Has a large centaur/minotaur/satyr populace. 

The elected representative of Millspell is a centaur named Tolonius Omphyllis.

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Vanesse

The closest village to “The Devil’s Den”. Surrounded by mountains and rivers, Vanesse is fairly secluded and not very populated. The people of Vanesse are constantly suffering from raids from the tribes that found a home within the Devil’s Den. Because of this, the people of Vanesse have become a dangerous people. Everyone there can hold their own in a fight. Those that move there are typically searching for a more dangerous lifestyle. Many foolishly hopeful people have moved there to make a difference and found an unfortunate end. 

Vanesse is a farming village in a trade circle with Hog’s Breath and Tumunzah. A fairly basic village with no outstanding qualities. Little to no children or families. The main focus of Vanesse is fruits and vegetables, and armory/weaponry.

The elected representative of Vanesse is a half-elf named Caltina Flynser.