Assi
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The Assi are, according to popular myth, a collection of savage raider tribes located in the Nie Valley. This is, however, a misguided view at best. The Assi have deep connections with nature and are a very spiritual people. Their history and legends span centuries, while technologically they are not as advanced as the peoples of Arangoth and most territories to the west, but hold to a primitive way of life.
| The Assi | |
|---|---|
| Racial Characteristics | |
| Country of Origin | Arangoth |
| Regions with Significant Populations | Nie River Valley, Elgar Forest |
| Religion | Polytheistic, Nature-based Beliefs |
| Related Races | Khalar |
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Appearance
An average tribesman stands anywhere between 5'8" to 6' tall, regardless of gender. Though the overall appearance of an Assi varies from tribe to tribe, young warriors generally have a light and lean muscular build, with fair skin as well as hair. Eye color ranges from grey, to brown and green, or to a hazel shade that encompasses any combination of the aforementioned shades. Blue eyes and dark hair are both very unusual among the Assi. The birth of a child possessing one, or both, of these traits is believed to be irrefutable proof that a woman has coupled with a man outside of her marriage, or worse, outside of her tribe and is punishable by death.
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War
War has also evolved into an art form of sorts in Assi culture. Before, during, and after battle several rituals are performed. Single combat is also common. In fact, many disputes are resolved in such a manner, whereby each party involved names its best warrior as a representative. This is contrary to the Arangothian notion that war involves armies on a large scale, butkeeps the casualties down and allows tribal life to continue smoothly (i.e. a large depopulation of warriors results in a lack of organization and possible famine and other catastrophes). Assi warriors have a deep sense of honor as well; war and combat are governed by laws similar to those of marriage and property. Breaking any of those laws is a severe offence and disgrace for any warrior. Many would rather die than be shunned by their fellow tribe members. Fosterage is also a common practice among the Assi, whereby children are exchanged among warrior families and trained in order to strengthen alliances.