One x One Fire and Ice [Characters and World Building]

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Kingdom of Aevrulia
Ruled by King Remfrey and Queen Iliana
Official language: English
Climate: In Aevrulia one can experience all four seasons. It essentially comes down to where one lives. They can choose to live in the warm, coastal regions where it never snows, or the icy mountains where it’s always white. Or, anywhere in between.
Currency: Leone is the common currency, a golden coin with the kingdom’s name and the year it was established. A proud warrior king stands at the center atop a mountain with a sword in his right hand and a crown over his head.

Other currencies: The Sea Silver is used mainly in the coastal regions. It is a bit more rare than Leone, and slightly more valuable. It is also the preferred currency for imports and exports as it is easier to exchange in neighboring lands. It is easily distinguishable by its silver finish and the striking portrait of a siren at sea at its center. Even more rare than the Sea Silver is the Lionheart. This currency is mainly used by the Harbinger. Like the Leone, it is a gold coin. However, it’s a bit bigger in size and Carrie’s the figure of a winged lion drinking from a chalice. Claws is most common among the yokai, fae and other species deemed dangerous or unruly. It’s a gold coin with a silver lining and it’s value engraved around the edges. It’s most distinguishable feature is the square shaped hole at the very center. Lastly, Black Cash is the currency of thieves and pirates alike. It’s an octagonal copper coin, usually dirtied from being hidden. At its center there’s an image of a Pegasus.

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  Yokai (妖怪) roughly translates to “monster”, “attractive, calamity” or “mysterious apparition”. The name itself is a conjunction of descriptors that society has used over time to describe these elusive entities. No one truly knows where they originated, or what their intentions are. The name “yokai” itself is an umbrella term. Within this species, there are multiple subspecies, with differentiating features, domains and skill sets. Despite this, they all tend to have common characteristics such as shapeshifting and being masters of deceit. Older generations refer to them as evil spirits. Though they are not spirits in the literal sense, some of the sub-species do behave as such.
  
  TYPES OF YOKAI
  
  There are four main categories of yokai, some more well-known to the general public than others. The most commonly known are oni, typically referring to orc or ogres. Not only are they the most abundant of yokai, but they are also one of the most feared. Oni are mostly known for their aggressive and evil nature, usually manifested in their prosperity for murder and cannibalism. Though they possess very complex aspects that can not be discarded as simply “evil”, that is the reputation they have garnered over the years and they don’t care enough about it to change it. Physically, they tend to be hulking, muscular figures with one or more horns growing from their head. They skin color can range anywhere from red, blue, black, yellow, pink and so on. Given their grotesque outward appearance, Oni rarely have to do much to instill fear into those around them. They are often the main topic in children’s horror stories.
  
  The second most common, though not as feared, are Tenku, or “heavenly sentinel”. They received this name due to their loyal and wise characteristics. Tengu tend to be more benevolent creatures. They are born in their human form, and when they reach maturity, can take the form of a wolf or bird. In complete contrast to the oni, they are seen as stoic, non-combative and fiercely loyal creatures. Though they are still feared, mainly due to their reclusive way of life, they are also widely respected by many. They have a strong sense of justice and are predisposed to protect the more vulnerable. They are known as the most wise among the Yokai and do often use their wisdom for good rather than evil.
  
  The third category is the rarest, and hardest to spot. They were given the name Yurei or faint spirit because their behavior resembles that of a ghost. They are shape shifting entities that can transform into any human appearance they desire, comparable to doppelgangers. They can mimic the appearance of any human right down to their voice and mannerism. For this very reason, they are widely mistrusted and known as the most deceitful of Yokai despite not having much of a bad trajectory. They are not as feared as the oni, but most tend to keep their distance. Their only physical characteristic that sets them apart from actual humans is their silver-colored eyes when in their native form.
  
  
  
  
  
  The fourth and final type of yokai is the Kitsune, or fox spirit. This is the subspecies with the most controversy surrounding them, and not unlike the Oni, one of the most feared. They are said to be the oldest of the yokai and perceived as manipulative, cunning, dishonest and evil in nature. Though these characteristics may not fit all, they are befitting of most.
  
  All kitsune originate from a fox. Regular foxes tend to live up to 10-15 years give or take a few. However, a select few live beyond that. When a fox lives past the 50 year mark, not only are they considered a kitsune, but they also acquire the ability to shift into human form. Stories of the kitsune and their trickery are told far and wide. And while some may be exaggerated, they don’t stray far from the truth.
  
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  Shapeshifting: The most common ability among fox spirits. They can shapeshift from fox to human form and back, typically able to choose what their human form looks like in order to blend in with their surroundings. Most foxes choose one human form and stick to it, however, the longer the fox lives the easier it becomes for them to shift, often leading them to pick up more than one human appearance. However, unlike the Yuri that are simply able to copy the appearance of a human, kitsune shapeshifting requires blood and soul sacrifice.
  
  It is hard to say how this was discovered or where it started, but the ritual dance performed to obtain a human body has been passed down through generations of kitsune and is the only known way to obtain a human form. The fox that wishes to obtain their human form must first kill the human they wish to resemble. They then consume their soul, thus erasing them from the memory of anyone that once knew them. They are to then take the skull of the human and place it in the center of a pedestal. Using the fallen human’s blood, a circle is drawn around the skull. The fox is then required to set the skull on fire and dance around the outside of the circle nine times until their transformation is complete. If they wish to keep the memories of the sacrificed human, the fox must eat the heart first, and then the soul.
  
  Energy Absorption: Kitsune thrive on sucking the life and energy out of other living creatures, particularly humans. The more energy they absorb, the more powerful they become. This usually has to be done within a short distance which is where their skills of persuasion and seduction come in handy, luring in their victims with their charm. Gaining their trust and attention until they are able to strike. Absorbing the human’s energy isn’t always fatal, however most foxes find themselves unable to stop once they get a taste, often draining the body dry.
  
  Enhanced physiology: the speed and stamina of a kitsune surpasses that of most other creatures, even fellow Yokai. They also possess heightened senses and agility as well as an affinity for persuasion and seduction.
  
  Possession: There are countless stories of people who were said to be possessed by kitsune and driven to insanity. However, the symptoms varied, and it was extremely difficult to pinpoint whether a person was possessed or simply had a mental illness. Typically, they reserve their possession as a last resort, when they’ve exhausted all other means of surviving and their transformation rituals are ineffective. However, the most malevolent use it simply for entertainment, or as a form of revenge against those that have wronged them.
  
  Healing: while all kitsune are gifted with regenerative healing, few are given the ability to heal others. Only those that have obtained all nine tails and have become a complete lifeform can possess this.
  
  Tails
  Kitsune can have anywhere between 1 and 9 tails. Each century lived gains them a new tail, usually seen as a sign of enhanced power and wisdom. If and when they reach their nine tails, they are considered to be “complete”. Overall, they can live up to 1,000 years. After this, they become a malevolent or benevolent spirit that no longer has a physical form.
  

 

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  Harbinger: An ancient race of supernatural hunters. Believed to be the descendants of a race of avenging angels known as Aerie.
  
  The Harbinger mantle is passed from parent to oldest living child. Each familial line can only have one Harbinger at a time. Once the mantle is taken on, a Harbinger will cease to age. With heightened senses and strength, it is possible for them to live for centuries.
  
  Any children they produce will grow and age as normal humans until, or if, the mantle is passed on to them. In spite of this, every child born to a Harbinger family is put through a rigorous training program from an early age, in order to prepare them for the possibility of taking on the mantle.
  
  After officially becoming the next Harbinger, that person is knighted by the king, and is given full immunity for all crimes that would be committed in the line of duty.
  
  Purpose: To protect the human race from all things deemed evil, unworthy, or wrong.
  Including but not limited to: Demons / Shapeshifters / Witches & Warlocks / Vampires / Low level fae beings
  
  Tainted: There is a great deal of racism among the Harbingers, especially those from older generations. What once was a band of protectors, has become tainted by disgust and an abuse of power. Many Harbingers have been known to hunt and kill those not deemed a threat, simply because they feel they are the Master Race, and everyone else is beneath them.
  
  Abilities: Superhuman strength, speed, and resilience. Masters at hand-to-hand combat and tracking.
  
  Notable marks: All Harbingers carry the mark of their race - It appears like a birthmark upon the transfer of the mantle, usually on the shoulder blade, chest, or wrist.