Taika is a pack in the south, led by Elara, and believes in peace, neutrality, acceptance, self-reflection and the will of the island. The community is violence-free. Their utmost goal is to co-exist with the island and to foster the growth of their own community, maintaining balance between island and wolf.
Players (OOC) are expected to be aware of the IC rules and expectations.
Characters (IC) are expected to be kind to one another and respect the island.
Free roaming, mateships, litters and rank progressions are not highly regulated by the alpha in this pack so long as they conform with ideas about peace, non-meddling and coexistence with the island's will, but players should be prepared to communicate with the alpha regarding these plot choices.
This pack has a low amount of infrastructure to be aware of when making characters.
Svajone's political climate is ever changing. Below you can view the current pack opinion on the other factions, and any specific instructions pertaining to in character interactions with that faction.
Friendly | Neutral | Tense | Hostile
The kindness and charity of the Western stronghold cannot be forgotten. Taika will welcome Stonehaven visitors at their border and is happy to share resources with them if asked. Taika is aware of Stonehaven's elevated border aggression and Taikans are warned to not disturb the boundaries and respect their borders.
Friendly | Neutral | Tense | Hostile
Skydas offered aid to Taika when they needed it most. Taika will gladly return the favour if their neighbours require aid. Taika welcomes Skydan visitors and treat them as equals. This does not mean to seek out Skydas wolves regularly, though, Taika still does not wish to meddle with their business.
Friendly | Neutral | Tense | Hostile
The way Kol operates is not how Taika does, but Taikans do not consider the Northerners to be their enemies and are grateful for their shelter after the flood. Taika is content in isolation and does not actively seek out the Kol. Should a Taikan come across a Kol, they should be treated with respect or a neutral indifference. No information about the inner workings of Taika should be shared.
Elysia [VISUAL]
From the moment the Kol ventured north, those who remained came to revere this cliffside spot by way of defiance, as it is the furthest point from Remiel. Elysia is now contained within the territory of Taika, and thought to be symbolic of the balance of the island.
Lake Išmintis [VISUAL]
Sometimes known as the Lake of Tume. Nestled at the base of a mountain and surrounded by forestry, this lake is quiet and peaceful and an excellent place to reflect. On a full moon, the celestial light seems to illuminate the water’s surface in an ethereal glow. It is said that Tume often came here to think, and even now, wolves often come here for wisdom. It is said that one might seek advice from Tume himself here, but that is merely legend...
Tvirtovė Ridge
A low, narrow mountain range that rests beside the lake, named for its placement as the natural barrier against the temperamental northerly winds of the isle. There are many concealed caves and hideaways hidden within this mountainous site, as well as high cliffs which wolves may climb to in order to look out across the lowlands - and although the peaks do become rather frigid during the colder seasons, it’s very rare to see the Tvirtovė capped in more than a sprinkling of snow.
Southwood
This expanse of trees reaches from the lake and out towards the shore. Closer to the beaches, the trees are spread further apart, offering lots of light and warmth and allowing a huge array of flowers and plants to grow. As you travel further north toward the lake, the forest grows denser, and sometimes is blanketed with a mist from the water's surface. This section of the wood offers excellent shade, and a place to cool off during the intensely hot Southern summers.
The First Tree [VISUAL] [VISUAL - with stone circle]
This grey, weathered old tree looks out across a beautiful meadow filled with purple heather. It’s bark is long dead - birds don’t even roost in it’s branches in Spring. It’s believed by many to have been the first tree to have ever grown on the island, and that it had withered with sadness and shame when the wolves became violent and greedy.
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