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The Serpent's Spine [OOC]

Leya · 2025-05-25T18:34:50Z

Welcome to the OOC for The Serpent's Spine! Quick Links: 𐃯 Collab Pad! 𐃯 ⋆˚ Character Banners ˚⋆ ♫⋆♪ Character Playlists ♪⋆♫ Timelapse/Post Divider https://i.imgur.com/DHwYTGN.png [img]https://i.imgur.com/DHwYTGN.png[/img] https://i.imgur.com/kmJ4RQC.png https://i.imgur.com/bTdHtZh.png House of the Serpent [Envy] The people of House Serpent are known for being especially cunning, jealous and manipulative. They often wear shades of metallic green and silver. Ruled by the Vyrr Family, the Serpents have jurisdiction over the Venom District in the Wilds. The roads are known for being thin, windy, and made of cobblestone. Houses and townhomes are closely clumped together-- leaving almost no room for trees or flora. Serpent-people, physically, look alike to snakes, with shortened noses and scales that spot their skin. Serpents can, of course, morph into snakes. Other houses know not to look at Serpent-born in the eyes, and if they do there's a huge possibility that they'll turn to stone. People of house Serpent can also copy someone else's ability for a very short period of time, if the Serpent-born wants it bad enough. This takes a lot of concentration, and a lot of training. https://i.imgur.com/bEo9Zyk.png House of the Rat [Greed] The people of House Rat are resourceful and never give up. Their clothing often consists of scavenged fabrics, worn leathers, and trinkets collected from their many trades. Ruled by the Grinlok Family, the Rats hold jurisdiction over the Scavenger District, a network of tunnels and abandoned ruins.The streets above are cracked and lifeless, while below, dimly lit tunnels are active with parties. Ratfolk are nimble and sharp-eyed, with slightly elongated limbs and keen senses. They excel at scavenging, trading in forbidden goods, and running intricate black markets. As for abilities, Rat-born can melt into shadows, becoming nearly invisible in dim light, and are perfectionists at detecting the hidden motives of others. They can see beneath the skin, so to say. https://i.imgur.com/VvgHOMh.png House of the Swan [Pride] The people of House Swan are known for being of grace, sophistication, and strict societal expectations. Their people wear flowing robes of white and silver, embroidered with delicate feathers and fine gems. This is the home to the ruling House of the Wilds, the Hyacinth Family. They govern the Lumin District-- marble islands and crystal-clear lakes where mutliple grand palaces lie. The Swan-born are tall and lanky, with pale skin and eyes the color of gemstones. Notably, they have large, white, bird-like wings. Swan-born are obsessed with perfection, and their society revolves around art and music. House Swan wields powers of illusion and can tranform into other people and animals. Memorably, they can also summon razor sharp feathers from the sky when they feel threatened. https://i.imgur.com/sgLBkEG.png House of the Lion [Wrath] House Lion's people are bold, and quick to anger. They wear armor and garments of gold and crimson, adorned with lion emblems. Because a lot of them are raised to battle from birth, Lions-people are known for having visible battle scars. Ruled by the Khaldren Family, they protect the Claw District. Claw consists of vast, rugged mounatins dotted with stone fortresses, training grounds, and multiple academies for the gifted. Lions-people are physically imposing and have feline teeth with a lion's tail. They have immense strength (even though in some, it might not look like it) and fiery tempers. Their powers center on passion and anger which allows them to summon hellfire flames conjured from the center of the planet. House Lion’s society values honor, and many of their leaders are veteran warriors. https://i.imgur.com/YW8demC.png House of the Moth [Lust] The Moth people are closed off, mysterious, emotionally sensitive, and -- normally -- physically appealing to look at. They wear iridescent silks and are all born with delicate, colorful moth-wings and lilac/purple colored hair (which is how most Houses recongize them apart from the others). Ruled by the Landon Family, they hold power over the Glow District that consists of glowing forests, hanging lanterns, and never-ending dusk. Moth-born hold the power of weather manipulation and emotional control. They can often cloud someone's mind or fog a memory. They control all weather patterns across the Wilds. Their society revolves around forbidden knowledge, and the greatness of youth and beauty. https://i.imgur.com/Rti9P1K.png House of the Spider [Sloth] House Spider is patient, calculated, and ruthless. Their people wear dark, woven fabrics and blend into the deep abyss of their home. Ruled by the Nyxen Family, they dominate the Web District. The Web consists of dark forests and swamps, with most homes hanging in the trees. They aren't usually open to the likes of outsiders. Spider-born move slowly but think far ahead. They are often great climbers. Physically, they have elongated limbs with faded patches resembling a spider's exoskeleton. Their powers include weaving webs that can trap or control, and the ability to slow time around them. Spider society prizes patience, long-term plotting, and sneakiness. https://i.imgur.com/83HvRHJ.png House of the Leopard [Gluttony] Leopard people are vibrant and indulgent in every sense. They favor furs and lavish clothing dyed in rich golds, reds, and oranges. Ruled by the Thavek Family, they reign over the Canopy District. Canopy consists of a lush, tropical jungle blooming with exotic flora and fauna. Most of The Wilds food originates from the abundance of crops and fruit that the Canopy Districts nourishes. Leopard-born are agile, with golden eyes and subtle, feline markings on their skin. Their powers grant them extraordinary senses, speed, and the ability to drain other's powers to enhance their own. Their society celebrates abundance, feasting, and dominance. The Wilds / District Maps https://i.imgur.com/WluanRZ.jpeg https://i.imgur.com/HJpUiwf.jpeg https://i.imgur.com/wmQhDK4.jpeg https://i.imgur.com/5G9elwS.jpeg https://i.imgur.com/woxIGiJ.jpeg https://i.imgur.com/jHK4uBl.jpeg https://i.imgur.com/Xh1TrmX.jpeg

In the Venom District, what conflict would you be interested in our characters stumbling upon?

Poll ended at Fri Jun 20, 2025 9:44 pm

Noxious Fog - toxic fog located in the alleyways of Emlithe. This leaves them vulnerable to glass-eyed serpents and evil-intentioned citizens. 8%
The Leader of the Serpent House - The Serpent District is home to the Vyrr family. They want the Serpent's Spine to themselves -- just like every other House. They might try and pull something funny. 17%
Poison Experiment Lab - they wander too far into the Venom District and come across Port Wharf, where they see a bit more than they should. They'll have to escape without getting caught. 8%
Rebel Faction - They decide to spend the night in the Basilisk Inn and run into a Rebel Faction that's also looking for the Spine. This might end badly! 25%
Nythra Hidden Ruins - In the southern region of the Venom District, they come across the city of Nythra. After wandering further, they enter abandoned ruins filled with numerous apothecaries, their walls etched with glyphs that suggest the existence of an 8th House. It hints that it pre-dates all current bloodlines. (Main conflict: traps!) 42%

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syzygy

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Sun May 25, 2025 8:55 pm

syzygy says... · Sun May 25, 2025 8:55 pm

okay i'm like actually gonna be productive in the pad now if anyone wants to join :>

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Sun May 25, 2025 9:35 pm

Ranger says... · Sun May 25, 2025 9:35 pm

might I take house of the lion?

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Sun May 25, 2025 9:37 pm

Leya says... · Sun May 25, 2025 9:37 pm

Yes, it’s yours ranger! :D

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Sun May 25, 2025 9:39 pm

Ranger says... · Sun May 25, 2025 9:39 pm

epic! thank you!

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Sun May 25, 2025 10:16 pm

syzygy says... · Sun May 25, 2025 10:16 pm

Hey Ley, what would you say the technological aspects of this world are?

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Sun May 25, 2025 10:42 pm

Leya says... · Sun May 25, 2025 10:42 pm

Great question @syzygy!

Long story short, there is no "modern technology" in this world. Think late medieval to early industrial. That being said...

Every house would have it's own form of "technology" whether it's magical or mechanical based. For some context, these are a few ideas I cooked up:

House Rat

House Serpent

House Swan

House Leopard

House Lion

House Moth

House Spider

I'll add more to this later ^^ but this is all I could think of on the spot!

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Sun May 25, 2025 11:01 pm

Ravena says... · Sun May 25, 2025 11:01 pm

This is awesome!! Might I snag the House of Spider?? :3

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Sun May 25, 2025 11:06 pm

Leya says... · Sun May 25, 2025 11:06 pm

You may! <3 It's all yours! The spider role is perfect for you :D

We have one spot left for the Serpent! (*cough* this is a really important role so someone pls take it if you're reading this XD)

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Sun May 25, 2025 11:12 pm

syzygy says... · Sun May 25, 2025 11:12 pm

steam powered/clockwork weapons?? :0 (this is not going to get abused...TECH RAT RAHHH)

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Sun May 25, 2025 11:13 pm

Leya says... · Sun May 25, 2025 11:13 pm

yes that works!!!

(obsessed with the tech rat idea FULL SEND)

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Sun May 25, 2025 11:45 pm

Ravena says... · Sun May 25, 2025 11:45 pm

Yay, thank you!! <3 Imma finish a review, then hop in the pad tonight! ^^

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Mon May 26, 2025 12:52 am

Leya says... · Mon May 26, 2025 12:52 am

I’ll be in the pad ^^ :)

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Mon May 26, 2025 1:22 am

Leya says... · Mon May 26, 2025 1:22 am

banner delivery....

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Mon May 26, 2025 2:13 am

romanticchemist says... · Mon May 26, 2025 2:13 am

hey!! could I snatch the serpent spot <.<

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Mon May 26, 2025 2:15 am

Leya says... · Mon May 26, 2025 2:15 am

You may! And with that, we're all full! Excited to have all of you <3

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The Serpent's Spine [OOC]

In the Venom District, what conflict would you be interested in our characters stumbling upon?

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