Post by lavulpe on Nov 27, 2015 14:29:33 GMT -5
Gwarcheidwaid o Annwn
Lead by the druid Llywelyn ap Maelwys this group is composed of the people of Cymru as well as converts to Cymric Polythiesm. They consider themselves as protectors of the old ways, a faction devoted to retaining a more natural way of life in harmony with nature and the spirits. Living in the forests of the southwestern region they prefer to live their lives among the woods and the gods that still take care of them.
Brought to the region by Llywelyn, the Gwarcheidwaid o Annwn, or Guardians of the Otherworld, act as a spiritual refuge from the clutter of civilization, as well as the oppression of Christianity. The assorted people that make up the group tend to be hunters and warriors seeking the wilds to give them strength and sustenance, as well as craftsmen and farmers who just want to get away from the rest of the world. In times of need the Gwarcheidwaid form together to defend the forests, their home given to them by the gods that needs their hands to help protect it as the spirits can only do so much. Being of Cymric decent Archery is common and encouraged practice, high quality bows of great size and strength being guided by experienced hands. Though they are not fond of the great gatherings of people in the cities, they accept them as part of their life and will venture into them to trade and teach as any other man. When it comes to war however they retreat back to the forests they know like their own hands, with destructive followers being lost amidst the trees, only to be found pinned to them by meter long arrows.
Despite being sheltered away in the woods, the Gwarcheidwaid are generally a rather intelligent people, the Druid leading them happily sharing his knowledge to his kin. This has led to them having good relations with the nearby Pictish clans, sharing an interest in a more rural lifestyle and ancient religion, as well as providing advice and news to the clans. Their hit-and-run tactics aid them in war against invaders who may try to change them from across the walls, and their knowledge assists them in matters both material and spiritual. This comes with an understanding that they are to be consulted before their woods are touched, lest they find themselves providing food for the soil.
Derwydd (Druid)
Llywelyn ap Maelwys
Helfarch (Hunters)
Rhyfelwr (Warriors)
Crefftwr (Craftsmen)
Dynion (Men)
