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Post by Aguila Saber on Dec 22, 2008 16:56:24 GMT -5
Sort of. That was based on this wiki, but the article may be incorrect:
lonewolf.wikia.com/wiki/Sommlending I think most sources lists both Ishir and Kai. The created part is also doubtful. At least I'd consider the possibility that they were created long before they were sent to Magnamund or to repel the Darklords. Best is to simply say "send" like the MC does since this term does not contradict anything else. Honorific is a word most non-english users would not understand without looking it up in a dictionary. Too uncommon. It's a 'noble class', rather than a 'character class'. Perhaps the best thing to do is have an article on LWRPG character classes which can be linked to when appropriate. Not using the word "class" here results in more clunkiness IMO. I guess the best way to solve this part is probably to remove this part of the article because it describes the nation and not the race as per the general comment. Hmm. Is that based on The Story So Far from Book 13? There are a few dates floating about, including MS 5075. Not sure where I got '67 from, it could be a typo. If you can give a canon citation we'll go with it. Partly, but you have the same mention in more or less every book from game book 13. At some point JD introduces a five year mis-match in the story so far though. (Dating the destruction of Helgedad to MS 5075.) You can also get there by counting 8 year forwards from falling into the Shadow Gate in Torgar to arriving back in Sommerlund. The Torgar event can be derived to be somewhere in MS 5061 or MS 5062. |
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Post by Doomy on Dec 22, 2008 17:39:41 GMT -5
Has anyone got a date and source for the Battle of the Maakengorge? I think it was around 3810, when the Baron of Toran became Sun Eagle.
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Post by Doomy on Dec 22, 2008 17:59:35 GMT -5
Second draft.
The Sommlending people were created by the good gods Kai and Ishir.
Led by King Kian, the blond-haired warriors settled in the Lastlands in MS 3434, having traveled from an archipegalo in the Northern Void.
Aided by their Durenese allies, the Sommlending saved Northern Magnamund from Darklands forces led by Darklord Vashna, but this was just the beginning of a centuries-long war culminating in MS 3799 with the slaying of Vashna by King Ulnar I, wielding the divine Sommerswerd - a holy weapon gifted to the Sommlending by Kai himself - at the Battle of the Maakengorge.
The feudal kingdom boasts four great cities - Holmgard, Toran, Anskaven and Tyso, commanded by the Barons of Sommerlund, powerful warrior lords.
At the age of seven every Sommlending swears loyalty to the King – the Oath of Fehmarn, which is renewed annually at the Feast of Fehmarn, on the first day of Spring.
A diverse people, the Sommlending are craftsmen, merchants and farmers as well as warriors, with the wealthiest given the title of Fryemen of the Realm, freed of baronial service.
Regardless of their birth status, exceptional distinction in battle can see a Sommlending awarded the title of Fryearl - making them equivalent in rank to a Baron.
The constant threat of war means the Sommlending are a martial society, with every child trained to fight. Naturally-gifted warriors are encouraged to join the small but superbly trained and equipped army, while those who show an aptitude for magic are recruited into the magicians' guild - the Brotherhood of the Crystal Star. Also, their close connection to Kai means a few Sommlending show exceptional potential which can be developed into Kai Disciplines through training at the Kai Monastery.
The first Kai Order was founded in the year MS 3810 by the warrior Baron of Toran, who became known as Sun Eagle.
After the First Order was exterminated in MS 5050, the sole survivor Lone Wolf founded the Second Order of the Kai. Although the Darklord threat was eradicated in MS 5070 peace was but fleeting. By MS 5075, the servants of Naar had once again begun to threaten the land.
Sources:
The Magnamund Companion
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Post by Aguila Saber on Dec 22, 2008 17:59:43 GMT -5
Has anyone got a date and source for the Battle of the Maakengorge? I think it was around 3810, when the Baron of Toran became Sun Eagle. The MC on page 6. The picture of the timeline lists this as MS 3799. (A text search will not give you that match.) |
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Post by Doomy on Dec 22, 2008 18:09:36 GMT -5
Thanks. I think this section is done, unless there is any more that needs mentioned.
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Post by Aguila Saber on Dec 22, 2008 18:29:42 GMT -5
General. Most of the datings have the year before MS instead of after. All the dates should have MS xxxx. Aided by their Durenese allies, the Sommlending saved Northern Magnamund from Darklands forces led by Darklord Vashna, but this was just the beginning of a centuries-long war culminating in the slaying of Vashna by King Ulnar I, wielding the divine Sommerswerd - a holy weapon gifted to the Sommlending by Kai himself - at the Battle of the Maakengorge in MS 3799. Long sentences are difficult to read. I think you should mention their purpose and the gifts they received from the Gods. "Ishir and Kai, woefully ill-prepared for the speed with which Naar's champions were conquering Magnamund, sent forth a race of men called Sommlending and armed them with wisdom and a great power called the Sommerswerd: the sword of the sun." According to other sources the Sommerswerd was gifted later, as a means for the Sommlending to combat the Helghasts effectively during the Helghast Wars. The feudal kingdom boasts four great cities - Holmgard, Toran, Anskaven and Tyso, commanded by the Barons of Sommerlund, powerful warrior lords. The way it is phrased I'd say this belong on nations page. But what is a Sommlending achivement is to constuct these cities while at the same time warring the darklords. Naturally-gifted warriors are encouraged to join the small but superbly trained and equipped army, while those who show an aptitude for magic are recruited into the magicians' guild - the Brotherhood of the Crystal Star. Small army? I thought Sommerlund had one of the largest and most powerful armies in Magnamund. Small was perhaps in comparison to the Darkland armies, but since it was the largest army in Magnamund that comparison is rather misleading. Also, their close connection to Kai means a few Sommlending show exceptional potential which can be developed into Kai Disciplines through training at the Kai Monastery. You should probably mention this in conjunction with the part I quoted above. I'd say something like this: Some Sommlending are born with latent Kai essence within them. These people have the potential to develop Kai Disciplines through training at the Kai Monastery. The first Kai Order was founded in the year 3810 MS by the warrior Baron of Toran, who became known as Sun Eagle. You might mention that his name was Ruanor. I.e. : The first Order of the Kai was founded in the year MS 3810 by Ruanor, a Baron of Toran, who in later years became known as Sun Eagle. |
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Post by Doomy on Dec 22, 2008 18:39:15 GMT -5
Sigh. This is going to be a long project.  Page 62 of the Project Aon MC - heading The Warriors of Sommerlund - describes the army as small (but superbly trained, equipped and motivated). I think it is important to mention the Barons in the races page as they are a "type" of Sommlending. Didn't know Sun Eagle's name was Ruanor though, that's not in the MC. |
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Post by Swiftstrike on Dec 22, 2008 19:06:19 GMT -5
Here is the first three off the items list
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Post by Aguila Saber on Dec 22, 2008 19:06:45 GMT -5
Sigh. This is going to be a long project. Page 62 of the Project Aon MC - heading The Warriors of Sommerlund - describes the army as small (but superbly trained, equipped and motivated). I think it is important to mention the Barons in the races page as they are a "type" of Sommlending. Didn't know Sun Eagle's name was Ruanor though, that's not in the MC. lol. You started with the most difficult race where there is the most material and different versions. ;D As I said I think the small is in comparison with the darklands armies. It is not a comparison to other armies in Magnamund. Or perhaps small is merely a comparison between its size and its might. I believe other places makes it clear that Sommerlund is one of the most powerful military nations. The numbers of soliders are vastly greater than many other nations. Also remember the part of training both boys and girls for the military to select the best from both genders. I've seen Ruanor mentioned in a couple of places. Hmmm.... I guess they may all be Legends. Hmmm.... |
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Post by Beowuuf on Dec 22, 2008 19:19:33 GMT -5
Small in size perhaps, but like Britain in the 19th / 20tj century its naval strength may well give it an advantage. That and the Kai / BCS, plus standard of training of even the normal soldiers make it a reckoned army even though in terms of numbers it would be small.
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Post by Aguila Saber on Dec 23, 2008 2:55:45 GMT -5
Split up in sections for improved readability. One large chunk of text is difficult to read.
I've rearranged so you have the same general flow of information.
1. Location
2. Parts of the Herb which can be used, and the effect
3. Detailed description and consequences of usage
4. Any other information.
Adgana leaves
Rareness: Rare
Item type: Herb
Effect: Increased aggression and possible addiction
Cost: Unknown
Adgana is a plant that grows in abundance in the Bavari Hills of northern Dessi.
Its leaves can be crushed and used to increase strength and sharpen reflexes. This effect only lasts for a short period of time and the effect is dimished after the first usage. The crushed leaves give off a pungent aroma.
The leaves are banned in Sommerlund and the lastlands due to the fact they have a narcotic effect with a high chance of addiction already after one or two usages. Addiction to Adgana permanently weakens your health.
Usage of the herb can leave a user shaking uncontrollably, and with sweat dripping from their faces due to its powerful effects.
Sources
07cd\sect129.htm
12tmod\sect145.htm
16tlov\sect124.htm
Alether
Rareness: Common I'd say Uncommon. You do not find this one in many places. The bonus adventure in Lone Wolf #6 gives some more information on this herb in particular where you can expect it to grow.
Item type: Berries, Potion
Effect: Increased Strength and Skill
Cost: Varies
An orange berry found growing all over Magnamund.
The berries can be distilled down into an orange potion which has the same effects as the berries.
Taking a handful of the berries before a battle can increases both the strength and skill of the consumer for a short period of time.
The potion and the berries are much sought after by warriors and soldiers for their effect.
Also notable: In the Dragons of Lencia we are lead to believe that the Berries do not only carry good effects. In fact it is stated there that they too are outlawed in Sommerlund.
Sources
01fftd\sect164.htm
03tcok\sect311.htm
06tkot\sect123.htm
06tkot\sect250.htm
Azawood Leaves
Rareness: Common in South-eastern Magnamund, Rare Elsewhere
Item type: Leaf
Effect: Protection
Cost: Unknown
The Azawood tree are among the tallest found anywhere on Magnamund. The Azawood tree is common in the rain forests of Azanam.
The broad, dark leaves of the Azawood tree are much sought after by alchemists and magicians, for the smoke of the burning leaves is said to grant protection against the forces of evil.
The smoke from the leaves is very pungent and the choking stench which makes the eyes water can also be used to ward off insects.
When dried and crushed, they can be sprinkled into various potions as a charm to increase magical potency.
Sources
01gstw\sect350.htm
02tfc\sect216.htm[/quote]
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Post by Swiftstrike on Dec 23, 2008 6:45:34 GMT -5
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Post by Swiftstrike on Dec 23, 2008 9:34:42 GMT -5
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Post by Aguila Saber on Dec 23, 2008 15:28:19 GMT -5
Hmmmm... perhaps we should make entries for the materials instead of for the specific items made of said materials.
The benefits from an item will always vary depending on the quality of the smith and the effects the smith wants to produce anyway.
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Post by Swiftstrike on Dec 23, 2008 16:07:26 GMT -5
I considered doing that but figured most people would be looking for the complete item. Unless we had a direct to the type of material from the page linking the item.
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