Ishanvi

• • SIGIL. A black coeurl with green eyes.
• • WORDS. “Live Free, Die Well.”
• • TITLES.
Satraps of ThavnairItarls of the JungleLords of Radz-at-HanWardens of the Skies• • SEAT. Radz-at-Han, Thavnair
• • REGION. The Near East
• • LORD. Satrap Aslan Ishanvi
• • HEIR. Princess Izani Ishanvi
• • ALLEGIANCE.
• • VASSALS.
• • RELIGION. The Great Spirit
• • AGE. 8,ooo (according to legend)
• • FOUNDER. Raelij Ishanvi

The An Modi

Type: Bodyguards
Leadership:
• Anjali Ishanvi (Currently)
Founded: ???
Territory: Radz-at-Han, Thavnair
Headquarters:
Vihana, Thavnair (Currently)
Meghaduta, Radz-at-Han (former)

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The An Modi (pronounced "AN-MO-DEE") are the personal bodyguards of the Ishanvi heir, recruited from every part of the Ishanvi and Sri Innani.
In addition with their protective function, they are also a pool of superior Hannish men and women. An ancient tradition, the An Modi were assembled as potential Kings and Queens for an unmarried heir, maintaining the peace in the clan by ensuring that every part has the opportunity to put forward one of their sons or daughters for the crown.
An Modi traditionally speak only in the Ravanese dialect, and only to the heir or each other. The practice of employing An Modi was discontinued by Satrap Aslan until recent years.

House Ishanvi of Radz-at-Han is a Great Noble House of Thavnair and the royal house of the Near East with their leader being known as the Satrap.
They rule over vast villages under their family name spread throughout the Near East and the Bounty from their seat in Radz-at-Han. It is one of the oldest lines of Thavnairian nobility by far, claiming a line of descent stretching back over eight thousand years.

They are current satrap and ruler of Radz-at-Han with a lineage dating back to the founding of the nation. As satrap, they only wield their authority in times of crisis to mediate a solution, while the nation is mostly run by the people themselves.

House Ishvani’s sigil is a green-eyed, black coeurl on a white background, over gold. The House Ishvani family motto is a simple but powerful meaning, one that, no matter the circumstances, will always be relevant: "Live Free, Die Well."

✦ The Main & Sub Family
The family is split between a main branch - the Ishanvi - and a cadet brand - the Sri Innani. The sub family are the ones who chose the old ways to live in the jungles of Thavnair and create their individual villages from it. The Sri Innani also are often times bastards or denigrated members of the main branch who have been punished with removal of family standing and inheritance. The Sri Innani work tirelessly in service of the family with a hope to keep the status they afford you.
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The telling signs of the Ishanvi bloodline is their Hazel colored eyes.

The Uonavi

Type: Coalition of the Main and Sub Clans
Government: An absolute power vested in the Commander
Leadership:
• Izani Ishanvi (Currently)
• Valiant Ishanvi (former)
• Earlin Sri Innani (acting; former)
• Bjonse Ishanvi † (through Ontari; former)
• Ontari Sri Innani † (former)
• Raelij Ishanvi † (founder; former)
Founded: ???
Territory: Radz-at-Han, Thavnair
Headquarters: Meghaduta, Radz-at-Han

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Traditionally Ishanvi forces are led by the heir to the Ishanvi clan. Until recently, they were divided and led by Lord Earlin Sri Innani and the Satrap’s brother Valiant Ishanvi until their princess returned home regaining control of her family’s army and becoming Commander. (Vihana arc.)
Dressed in Black-Gold, The Uonavi (OO-NAH-VEE) are armed with sword, spear, and chakhram. They always veil their faces before combat or duels, with the act of killing without a veil seen as dishonourable.
Officers must pass training and trials, much like any other Hannish warrior, as a show of prowess in militaristic arts. Furthermore, Skilled soldiers are often sent to the An Modi in the capital as a method of increasing their standing and prestige amongst the many noble houses as well as the main family.
Perfection in the art of the sword is paramount amongst the higher ranks of the military. Duels are common, though an emphasis is placed on defeating an opponent without serious injury or death, as killing is seen as easy, whilst forcing them to yield being far harder.

History

⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀In The Beginning
In the beginning of Thavnair, the city was built upon the rock that belonged to the Great Wyrm, Vrtra of the First Brood, Midgarsormr’s spawn and sibling of Nidhogg and Hraesvelgr.
Years later, A baby was abandoned by its parents and put into a basket that was then placed into the Bounty.
The basket ran aground, carrying the child and the kit was discovered by the Great Wyrm, Vrtra after hearing it’s cries. The Wyrm cared for the infant for a short time before they were given to a Arkasodara Matanga fisher who then brought up the child.
Though raised with the help of the Arkasodara, the child was named Raelij by Vrtra and treated like his own. He raised the young Viera to his creeds and beliefs and reminded him that life was sacred. That everyone deserved to live a life free and unbound by the rules.
When the Au Ra begun to arrive and Raelij started to reach his teen years he found himself retreating from the villages to visit his father’s lair as none other dared to do. Their respect and reverence of Vrtra made a love for the new settlers to grow in them both.
There was peace for a time.
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Then came the Hyurs from the mainland who threatened their peace and tranquillity. It was Raelij who spoke to his father on their people’s behalf, pleading with him to step forward with him and fight for their home.
When it looked as if things would end in blood, Raelij entered riding on his father’s back to quell the rising conflict. The power and might of Vrtra was seen and a peace accord was reached with oaths sworn in his name.

It would come to pass that the Viera Vrtra looked at as a son, Raelij, would serve as the face of the Satrap, ruler of Radz-at-Han and the generations to come due to the Viera’ s longevity.
This was the establishment of House Ishanvi.

Raelij soon after married and begun to continue his father’s great work by helping their people build their nation.
Land was then be claimed within Thavnair, and small sets of settlements made within it's jungles and coastlines. They also found themselves allied with the beasts of the Jungle, mainly the Coeurls. Ruuj, Raelij’s future wife taught the men and women how to tame the beasts and it was a skill that became useful not to just them but the rest of the island as well. They tamed, hunted and sold the meats and furs of the animals they hunted.

Seeing the contribution that Raelij’s clan made to the island, the main family would find a place among nobility within the neutral walls of Radz-at-Han and continue to do business within it's safe walls. Though this was the life for the main family, the other smaller parts remained inside of the jungles and settlements, helping when called upon.

Continuing their rise, they continued their focus on beast taming, trade of goldsmithing, perfumes and oils while establishing trade routes. They also adapted to making different types of potions learned from Thavnair's famed alchemy.

However, one of Raelij's children would end up having the family name notarized with piracy. The men and women they won over on the seas became the small personal army of the family for years to come, protecting the family and their goods.

Keeping up with the supply and demand and compeition of other houses, the Ishvani begun to utilize the use of their ships to increase the trade efficiency from the Jade sea to other parts of Hydaelyn. Their ships became something other nobles and residents of Radz-at-Han relied on to ship their goods, having their piece of all forms of business. It made them one of the richest and well known families on the island.

Several years before the Garlean treaty, Bjonse Ishanvi, a younger son of the Satrap, was offered and awarded a seat on the Hannish political council securing the families nobility for life.

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The Ishvani on Thavnair continued to build their fortunes and make a place for their family while others took a life to the sea, keeping watch over their goods. When their prince Aslan became of age he decided to expand their reach by taking the occupation of a Sky Pirate. Something that became new to the family as Ironworks became more dominant in technology.
They went from sea to the skies commanding respect and inspiring fear. Aslan Ishanvi became a well known and feared Sky Captain in his youth.
When Satrap Aslan was named heir to the Ishanvi he retired from his exciting life, taking his first mate and first love as his wife against the arranged marriage that was set for him. His reign was less strict on his people encouraging the use of his house words more frequently which bought a golden age for House Ishanvi.

The Family

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Some of these arcs maybe over in my current storyline but you can request to “time travel” to these time periods.
Below are some of Iza’s family members, NPC OCs I created, that can/will appear in her roleplay with you. Should you possibly want to create a family member to add just ask me and I’ll add them here and to Iza’s story!! You can also ask to take control/create one of the NPCs listed.
Key
† = Deceased
⚘ = Alive
★ = NPC
☆ = PC

The Ishanvi

The King & Queen
★ ⚘ Aslan Ishanvi- Father, Satrap of Thavnair
★ ⚘ Faisal Rea’ka-Ishanvi - Mother, Queen of Thavnair
Uncle
★ ⚘ Valiant Ishanvi - Former Commander of the Ishanvi army
Aunt
★ ⚘ Emmera Ishanvi
Aunt
★ ⚘ Anneliese Ishanvi

The Cousins

Cousin
★ ⚘ Anjali Ishanvi - Valiant’s eldest daughter • 1st born
Cousin
★ ⚘ Rishi Ishanvi - Valiant’s eldest Son • 2nd born
Cousin
★ ⚘ Jiyani Ishanvi - Valiant’s 2nd daughter • 3rd born
Cousin
★ ⚘ Akhil Ishanvi - Valiant’s 2nd son • 4th born
Cousin
★ ⚘ Kahani Ishanvi - Valiant’s 4th daughter • 6th born
Cousin
★ ⚘ Dalnim Ishanvi - Emmera’s daughter
Cousin
★ ⚘ Zorya Ishanvi - Emmera’s daughter
Cousin
★ ⚘ Maija Ishanvi - Anneliese’s daughter

The Sub Family

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Some of these arcs maybe over in my current storyline but you can request to “time travel” to these time periods.
Below are some of Iza’s family members, NPC OCs I created, that can/will appear in her roleplay with you. Should you possibly want to create a family member to add just ask me and I’ll add them here and to Iza’s story!! You can also ask to take control/create one of the NPCs listed.
Key
† = Deceased
⚘ = Alive
★ = NPC
☆ = PC

Sri Innani

Aunt
★ ⚘ Xari Sri Innani
Aunt
★ ⚘ Milana Sri Innani
Aunt
★ ⚘ Isolde Sri Innani

The Cousins

Cousin
★ ⚘ Vitani Sri Innani - Valiant’s bastard daughter • 5th born
Cousin
★ ⚘ Samesh Sri Innani - Valiant’s bastard son • 7th born
Cousin
★ ⚘ Devaj Sri Innani - Valiant’s bastard son • 8th born

Beliefs and Religion

The Ishanvi are a Monotheism family, they believe in respecting and acknowledging all walks of life's religion and beliefs. While they may practice this form of Monotheism, in that they hold their deity higher more than others. There isn’t a Ishanvi that doesn't believe in any higher power and respect other people’s belief.

Belief

The Ishanvi clan was born on the belief that life is meant to be lived to the fullest and freedom from birth to death is a gift given to them. Raelji established 3 major tenets he wanted his children and theirs to live by always.

The First Tenet:
"Live free."

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No one should have control over anyone, you're free to think and act as you wish. It does not just command the clan to be free. It also commands that they be wise.

The Second Tenet:
"All Spirit within did flow with Seas of Life."

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Peace with the Great Spirit is peace within the Tribe and brings an abundance of fortune. Keeping the spiritual connection with the ancesters before them blesses them with protection and wealth for the days to come.

The Third Tenet:
"For the Clan, feed thy Coeurl true."

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The Ishanvi believe that every soul has the blood of the coeurl and is split into two. The one they fed was the one that could protect, harm or utterly destroy the tribe bond. The actions of one must never bring harm to the family. If a Ishanvi failed in his or her duty on the field, and was captured or chased, he or she must never commit any action or say anything that could be tied back to the clan, or bring harm to any member of it.

Religion

They adapted the practice of Monotheism putting their faith in a deity only known as the Great Spirit.

They believe he takes the appearance of a giant coeurl and he appears in different sizes to different people, although he himself never changes; as people grow in wisdom and character, they can perceive more of his greatness. The Great Spirit is very wise, and a powerful force for good, but as the Ishanvi tell their children, “He’s not a tame coeurl.” He is dangerous, and an unconquerable enemy, but he is unquestionably good.

Culture

( More to Add )

CoeurlRiders

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Coeurls are intelligent creatures which can be trained to serve as battle mounts and understand vocal commands.
They are said to be capricious in nature, and have to be trained to keep them from attacking everything around them.
When the first Itarl came to the island and begun training the beast and those handling them, he noticed that there was a good amount able to train them however, coeurls will not allow everyone to mount them. In Thavnair, the noble-born coeurlriding families and other noble houses is generally believed that the Hannish heritage and bloodline plays a part. The Ishanvi main family happened to be one of them.
Once a coeurl has bonded with a rider, that coeurl will not allow anyone else to mount it while its rider lives, no matter how familiar said person might be to the coeurl, except when the person bonded to the coeurl is on the coeurl's back. When the rider of a coeurl dies, that coeurl can bond with a new rider. No rider has ever ridden a different coeurl while their current was alive.

Society

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The Ishanvi that live in the Thavnairian jungles and even spread throughout Eorzea are a lot different from the ones that live in the capital.
Their bond with coeurls is such that the Ishanvi are said to be born, fight, and die with their companions. Most of their society is centered around their coeurls: Ishanvi boys learn to fight with their swords from coeurlback when they are only four years old as their rite of passage is earlier than the girls.

Rea’ka

• • RACE. Fae
• • SIGIL. The Emerald Lotus flower
• • WORDS. “Beauty is life.”
• • TITLES.
• Keepers of the Wood
• Healers of Voeburt
• • REGION.
• The Kingdom of Voeburt ( former )
• Il Mheg
• • LORD. Lord Drystan Rea’ka
• • HEIR. Lady Faisal Rea’ka
• • ALLEGIANCE.
• Princess Sauldia, Kingdom of Voeburt ( former )
• Fae Folk
• Titania
• House Ishanvi
• House Liùsaidh
• • AGE. ???
• • FOUNDER. Unknown

The Rea’ka family was a prominent Fae family in the gentry and aristocracy. They reached the peak of their influence during the Voeburt period, when Ceridwen Rea’ka became the wife and duchess of Ezryn Liùsaidh, combining the Fae and Elven bloodlines to create a new, powerful family and alliance.

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All the fae folk existed before the flood. Their ancient home was a forest and was consumed by the flood. For a time they had no home until the Elves that were living in Il Mheg were are all killed by sin eaters. Once it became vacant, they took over the place and even transformed it. The lake used to be a valley and they flooded it.
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Like with the Ishanvi, the telling signs of the Rea’ka bloodline is their Emerald green colored eyes.
The Liùsaidh have Sapphire blue colored eyes.

Liùsaidh

• • RACE. Elezen
• • SIGIL. A white Raven with Blue eyes.
• • WORDS. “Never Forget A Debt.”
• • TITLES.
• Dukes of Voeburt
• • REGION.
• The Kingdom of Voeburt ( former )
• Il Mheg
• • LORD. Lord Niran Liùsaidh
• • HEIR. Lord Theron Liùsaidh
• • ALLEGIANCE.
• Princess Sauldia, Kingdom of Voeburt ( former )
• House Ishanvi
• Rea’ka Clan
• • AGE. ???
• • FOUNDER. Ezryn Liùsaidh

The House of Liùsaidh is a noble house founded by Ezryn Liùsaidh, who was created Duke of Voeburt by the King of Voeburt long before the events of the flood on the First.

The Liùsaidh have been part of the peerage since before then and remained both the Premier Dukes and Earls of the Realm. They were favorites at the court and reached the peek of their power and influence when they combined their family with the Faes of the Rea’ka family.

The Family

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Below are some of Iza’s family members, NPC OCs I created, that can/will appear in her roleplay with you. Should you possibly want to create a family member to add just ask me and I’ll add them here and to Iza’s story!! You can also ask to take control/create one of the NPCs listed.
Key
† = Deceased
⚘ = Alive
★ = NPC
☆ = PC

Rea’ka

Grandfather
★ Kian Rea’ka - Faisal’s father
Uncle
★ Mather Rea’ka - Faisal’s brother
Uncle
★ Noam Rea’ka - Faisal’s brother
Uncle
★ Tilleul Rea’ka - Faisal’s brother
Uncle
★ Kalon Rea’ka - Faisal’s brother
Uncle
★ Azriel Rea’ka - Faisal’s brother
Aunt
★ Kaira Rea’ka - Faisal’s Sister
Aunt
★ Nilay Rea’ka - Faisal’s Sister
Aunt
★ Rowan Rea’ka - Faisal’s Sister
Aunt
★ Karhu Rea’ka - Faisal’s Sister

Liùsaidh

Cousin
★ ⚘ Liva Liùsaidh
Cousin
★ ⚘ Tiana Liùsaidh
Cousin
★ ⚘ Zoella Liùsaidh
Cousin
★ ⚘ Theron Liùsaidh
Cousin
★ ⚘ Nova Liùsaidh
Cousin
★ ⚘ Inari Liùsaidh
Cousin
★ ⚘ Elide Liùsaidh
Cousin
★ ⚘ Nesryn Liùsaidh

The Cousins

Cousin
☆ ⚘ Orpheus Rea’ka-Sri Innani - Faisal’s nephew
Cousin
★ ⚘ Avyanna Rea’ka - Faisal’s niece
Cousin
★ ⚘ Nesta Rea’ka - Faisal’s niece
Cousin
★ ⚘ Jnara Rea’ka - Faisal’s niece
Cousin
★ ⚘ Cressa Rea’ka - Faisal’s niece
Cousin
★ ⚘ Inanna Liùsaidh - Faisal’s niece