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Tribes of Moe Atua Isle
Tribal similarities:
For those who 'can't tell one tribal from another' (most non-tribals) this top section will be all that you need to know!
[*]For the most part the tribes have dreadlocks mainly due to being around salt water all the time (Dread-making step 1: Salt). Also it's easy to take care of and the rest of the tribals have them so why buck tradition?
[*]Many tribals smell like and can be seen using the local 'herb' creating a state of peaceful well being, also munchies. Not all of the being imbibe on the regular yet with all the rum just laying around temptations surround.
[*]Plenty of visitors are under the misconception that tribal femmes are more 'free' with themselves making them easy bedfellows. This is a myth along the lines of any isolated beings (farmers in the country for example). Some unmarried femmes may be open to becoming amorous with newcomers as sea travel isn't cheap, and they would be males they had not gotten to know before.
[*] Savages are unorganized because of their inferior intelligence. Another myth since Tawhiri was a guardsfurre on the mainland before coming to Moe Atua. Others on the Island are also used to being raided by other tribes in the past making them quick to a perceived need for defense. Most of the Island natives speak enough common to get by which also perpetuates the stereotype relying mostly on their first tongue.
Wakasha:
Meaning: Warriors of the Waves.
Tribal Chief: Tawhiri Toluta’u
Tribal Diplomat: Curro Toluta’u
Tribe members: Kailao Toluta’u, Ongo Toluta’u, Iseilei Toluta’u, Mith Zar’Zith, Faaide, Ehen, Bellexie Toluta’u, Arana Lorangi (NPC), Bouk Ranx (NPC), Fetu Lelei (NPC), Vendra Dydden (NPC), Iosefa Rangi (NPC)
Tribe Symbol: A cresting wave with a crossed spear and surfboard.
Holds ceremony for: New tribe members (born or indoctrinated), death of a tribe member, marriages, before large battles, coming of age, honor ancestor spirits, gathering of friends, tribe member gains great honor, member expelled/banished from tribe.
Taboo: Only Tongans may speak the Tongan language as it is considered sacred to the tribe, also to protect tribal heritage, culture, and secrets.
General: This is the most prominent tribe of Kumu now holding onto power only in the sense of being able to override decisions when it seems necessary. Otherwise the Wakasha act as protectors and stewards of Kumu in return for it providing them a paradise to live in. The furres that were left on the Island with the Toluta'u family were mostly inducted into the tribe after proving their worth.
Stywe Lyne:
Meaning: Good luck with fishing.
Tribal Chief: Leslie Bayer (femme's name, furre is male, NPC)
Tribe members: Lota Tane (NPC), Ka'ohu Ne'igalomea (NPC).
Tribe Symbol: http://iliketowastemytime.com/sites/default/files/traditional_fishing_style_mare_island.jpg
Taboo: Stywe Lyne tribesfurres are very superstitious, giving daily offerings of fish and prepared sea plants if they are able to. They believe that their success or failure in fishing depends on the 'temper of the Ocean,' as well as their own skills. They never waste anything they catch and damaging any of their fishing gear is just as bad as punching one of their cousins. They return their dead to the sea at the end of their lives never burying on land.
General: This tribe is mostly peaceful, though stories tell that in the past other tribes that sought to invade were met in the water, never making it to land. They normally choose not to fight, but when they do fishing tools become traps and weapons. Of course encounters in the water are preferred as the Stywe Lyne are adept at hiding under the surface, holding their breath for great amounts of time as well as underwater wrestling.
On herb
Cannabis is grown and used on Moe Atua Isle, just like it has for as long as records (little there is) show. Not all of the tribals smoke the herb, and when they blaze not all of them are stoned 24/7. The ratios, amounts, and habits of cannabis use on the island more or less mimic alcohol usage elsewhere.
As for getting some all you have to do is step out of town and look around for a few wild cannabis plants break off some branches then dry the flowers (in this environment they bloom year-round). There are a few tribals that take special care of a few plants in their gardens which will be of finer taste and quality. They are as likely to share these as someone would be to share tomatoes from their gardens. If it's a friend or neighbor then it's likely free, anyfurre else then get out some coin or barter items. Lastly there is the Hookah lounge near the Voodoo Hut. Anyfurre is welcome to come in, drop some coin or barter items then Yong’gi Obi’ti will load up a shisha bowl (cannabis flower soaked in local molasses then vaporized with a hot coal on top filtered through water).
Obviously cannabis is legal, though there are some unspoken rules about it, they are as follows:
#1: DO NOT GIVE OR ALLOW CANNABIS TO SMOKED BY CHILDREN.
This is the same as giving kids alcohol to the Islanders, it's stupid and damaging to the youth. It's about as bad as beating a kid, which will get you beat up here.
#2: Most furres are not stoned all the time.
Maybe about 10% (generous estimate) of the tribals are high pretty much 24/7. With biological tolerance and the availability a being that smokes enough to maintain a high while awake will end up going through at least 10g of good stuff or 30g of wild every day. Not to mention stoned RP tends to get monotonous for a lot of people really fast (we know, cause it happened).
#3: Most furres use a chalwa to smoke their herb
What is a chalwa you ask? It is a hollowed gourd with a short sugarcane stick going to a clay bowl in which the herb rests usually an ember is used to light it or a small flaming stick. There is also the stem generally made of carved and hollowed wood and curved so that it's comfortable to use keeping the flame and excess smoke far from the muzzle and eyes. Rolling papers (as well as paper in general) are very rare on the island. Some use sugarcane or clay pipes for situations where it would be difficult to take a chalwa to their smoking spot.
Tribal Information
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Can I be a Tribal?
The short answer is: Why yes you can!
The full answer is: Yes you can as long as you apply, prove/promise that you can RP well and hopefully often.
Why do I need approval to play a savage?
Well since the island is owned and the residents are all tribal that gets you a little more than if you are a visitor. If you're one of them the locals are far more accepting, friendly, and trusting of their own which makes this an advantage. The Island officials also being tribal might (depending on your RP and rep) stick their necks out for you.
Tribe Paperless Application: RP with PC tribals, do good things for the Island, prove that you would be an asset and loyal to your prospective tribe. The process is longer, but you'll know you've earned it. Also new tribe members have feasts thrown for them.
Glossary of common tribal words:
Galu: Wave
Toa: Warrior
Motu: Island
Fagota mavae atu: Gone fishing
Korama: Rum
Fafine: Femme
Tane: Male
Vaivai: an insult.
Talofa: Hello
Tofa: Goodbye
O fea o le faletaele: Where is the outhouse?
