Kashite
Even to the knowledgeable, the Children of Kash are enigmatic and often misunderstood. Their otherworldly mannerisms come over as brutish, or arrogant, yet there are many nuances to their culture that tells a story of sophistication and deep, rooted heritage.
Another misconception - that of the Blood Curse - is a common one. Though it is true that the Kashites were pulled onto Myrth by the power of the Void Seed, and it is true that their blood war touched by the madness of the god of war, their natural blood lust has faded over the thousand years since their transcendence. Now the only peoples who still revel in the Blood curse are that of the Glut.
Kashite
The mythical origins of the Kashites are that they are the direct descendants of the Malkovians of Gaia. They were pulled onto Myrth by the power of the Void Seed, a feat that tainted their blood and minds with the madness of the god of war.
They were bound to Myrth as outsiders, and forcibly severed from their plane of origin - intended to conquer and dominate the world. But as the madness fell on their captor, his dominance over them shattered as well. Now they are nomads, foreigners in an unknown plane for a thousand years hence.
Appearance
Section titled “Appearance”Though Kashite appearance can vary significantly, they are as tall as Tylwyth and taller than most Humans on average. Their arms are elongated and ripple with naturally formed muscles, protruding from broad shoulders and thick necks.
All Kashites have patches of fur on their backs and the backs of their arms and ears, which are long and pointed downward. Their facial features are pronounced and boney, with protruding jaws and exposed canines and their eyes are usually dark and seemingly without pupils.
Common skin varieties rance from dull gray and olive colours, to even brighter greens, reds and blues.
Virtues
Section titled “Virtues”- Servitude: There is great honour in serving a leader who deserves it.
- Remembrance: Kashites are known for their strong sense of tradition. They are often seen as the most knowledgeable and wisdom.
- Community: Kashites are known for their strong sense of community. They are often seen as the most loyal and faithful to their friends and family.
- Strength: Typical Kashites are physically powerful and capable. Showing your strength is a sign of honour and respect.
- Blood Cursed: Being taken over by the Blood Curse became part of their identity, and therefore indulging in violence is considered fair.
- Rebellion: Kashites are known for their strong sense of rebellion. They are often seen as the most independent and free from the constraints of society.
- Overwhelm: Do not let a job unfinished by showing restraint. Show aggression and force your way through.
Customs
Section titled “Customs”Malkovian society on Gaia is complex, bureaucratic and imperial. There is great honour in serving the whims of their leaders and getting to the top ny any means necessary is considered a virtue.
All Malkovians and Kashites included, originate from the primordial fields of Gaia and as such are creatures defined by their base urges. This often reflects as brutality, the seeking of power, or being overcome by anger or lust. Kashites embrace this fact about their nature and sees an attempt to suppress your base instincts and wants as superfuous.
Since Kashites aren’t considered historically native to Myrth, they tend to live nomadic, often verdant, and secluded lives. Where they form tribes they onften settle on the outskirts of society.
Malkovians and Kashites see each other as family. Though Malkovians tend to think themselves better off than their brethren, Kashites feel no urge to lament their removal from Gaia. In fact most Kashites think themselves better off than their Sylvan kin, since they enjoy much more freedom on Myrth. In rare cases where the two branches do come face to face, however, they remain one people.
Fire beetles, native to Gaia, are “farmed” by Malkovians. They use their carapaces to produce a unstable, explosive substance that they use as a type of gun powder. Kashites often keep their crude, ancestral firearms as relics, even though they are unable to use them often and effectively on Myrth.
Variants
Section titled “Variants”- Keshi: Plains Orks, as they are sometimes referred to, are the most common variant of Kashite on Myrth. They retain some esoteric traditions and practices from the mystical Malkovians, but for the most part remain a free people.
- Gara: Commonly called Forest Orks, this rare variant retain most of their Malkovian traditions and physical aspects. They remain closely allied with the Elven societies that embrace the natural world and verdant forests, who are typically the only ones who can effectively track them or find their settlements inside the deep forests and jungles of the world.
- Glut: The Cave Orks as they are known is the second most common variant of Kashite found on Myrth. They openly embrace the Chaos Rage they see as a gift from Garkash and believe him to be their true patron who freed them from their limiting existence in Gaia. They believe that conquering the lands of Myrth is their birthright.