The Animal Lords - Revision history

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	'''The Coyote Lord''' -		'''The Coyote Lord''' -

	'''The Penguin Lord''' -		'''The Penguin Lord''' - The Penguin Lord, affectionately known as [http://farm4.static.flickr.com/3160/2643628772_ebc11873d6_o.jpg Big Sis Prinny], is a little known Animal Lord with a large clan of mostly ineffectual Penguin Shifters mostly concentrated in the northern areas of Khorvaire and throughout Frostfell.

			Prinnies, as they're known, aren't the strongest things in the world. Or the most agile. Or, well...ok, outside catching fish and exploding, they're pretty much useless.

			But there's a LOT of them!

			The exploding doesn't kill them, but it can hurt. It's an ability given them in a ritual gone wrong involving asking the Mockery to grant them more power in order to keep everyone, including those good for nothing 2nd ED Halflings, from laughing at them for being pathetic. It hasn't worked so far.


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Lesser Animal Lords

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	Sheep Shifters are normally meek and docile, not to mention EXTREMELY huggable, but they are sometimes known for a sudden change in temper when threatened, often not to the liking of the recipients. Often identifiable through their soft wolly coat and doe eyes.		Sheep Shifters are normally meek and docile, not to mention EXTREMELY huggable, but they are sometimes known for a sudden change in temper when threatened, often not to the liking of the recipients. Often identifiable through their soft wolly coat and doe eyes.

			Surprisingly, Werewolves not beholden to the Thorn of Rage are extremely protective of Sheep Shifters, some chosing to take up residence near them out of some primal instinct not related to food. Perhaps it's the snuggly wugglyness that gets them.

	'''The Octopus Lord''' -		'''The Octopus Lord''' -

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	By in large, the Shifters who bear the likeness of these beings come from a line that made a pact with the Lesser Lord. Few practice such rites now, and many who hold their power no longer realize where it comes from, but the knowledge is not completely lost.		By in large, the Shifters who bear the likeness of these beings come from a line that made a pact with the Lesser Lord. Few practice such rites now, and many who hold their power no longer realize where it comes from, but the knowledge is not completely lost.



	'''The Sheep Lord''' - Created as an intermediate spirit between Herne and Yumiko, it is in charge of Agricultural duties, often associated with Arawai, and ancient paintings of Arawai in a frilly dress and a shepherd's crook followed by a sheep lend some credence to the theory that the Goddess of Agriculture bade Eberron make her an emmissary to better channel her blessings. Though it remains only speculation, the presence of Sheep Shifters is always taken as a sign of good luck for farmers, and some anectodal evidence suggests increased yields in areas containing this line.		'''The Sheep Lord''' - Created as an intermediate spirit between Herne and Yumiko, it is in charge of Agricultural duties, often associated with Arawai, and ancient paintings of Arawai in a frilly dress and a shepherd's crook followed by a sheep lend some credence to the theory that the Goddess of Agriculture bade Eberron make her an emmissary to better channel her blessings. Though it remains only speculation, the presence of Sheep Shifters is always taken as a sign of good luck for farmers, and some anectodal evidence suggests increased yields in areas containing this line.

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	The old Fenric, the defender of his mistress' children, can still be seen in the unyielding devotion a Werewolf shows to those it considers one of its own. The Silver Flame was not wrong in killing many of the Werewolves. A large number of them were, indeed, in the thrall of the Thorn of Rage. It was the failure to consider the softer side of the patron animal that brought down the hate they now suffer.		The old Fenric, the defender of his mistress' children, can still be seen in the unyielding devotion a Werewolf shows to those it considers one of its own. The Silver Flame was not wrong in killing many of the Werewolves. A large number of them were, indeed, in the thrall of the Thorn of Rage. It was the failure to consider the softer side of the patron animal that brought down the hate they now suffer.

			After the events of the Karrnathi Civil War, the Thorn of Rage's hold on Fenric and, by extension, his heirs, has weakened significantly. For those battling the Thorn, the temptation to give in has lost a significant portion of it's punch. This means little over all, unfortunately, as most anyone infected previously will tell you that the Thorn was all but impossible to resist in the first place.


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	'''Associated Moon''': Rhaan		'''Associated Moon''': Rhaan

	Nogitsune was created to be the brains behind the Animal Lords. Managing the battle between the Demons of Khyber and the Angels of Siberys required a cunning mind and a willingness to do what one must. The Fox Lord, by directing the energies of ~~its~~ brethren, held the balance for countless aeons, but even Eberron knew such an effort was ultimately futile.		Nogitsune was created to be the brains behind the Animal Lords. Managing the battle between the Demons of Khyber and the Angels of Siberys required a cunning mind and a willingness to do what one must. The Fox Lord, by directing the energies of her brethren, held the balance for countless aeons, but even Eberron knew such an effort was ultimately futile.

	Nyarlathotep took the Tactician and twisted ~~its~~ brilliance into an endless Vanity. The Thorn of Pride is exceptionally potent among the heirs of the Animal Lords, driving those at its mercy to untold heights to avenge a wrong, real or perceived. Nogitsune's pride brought it to commit atrocities that stood out even in the carnage and madness of the Demon Age, slaughtering Dragons and Couatl alike in an effort to quench the burning desire for revenge after every loss. It is thought that this is the reason for the Werefox Curse's minimal spread, even among Shifters. Too many members brought ruination upon them.		Nyarlathotep took the Tactician and twisted her brilliance into an endless Vanity. The Thorn of Pride is exceptionally potent among the heirs of the Animal Lords, driving those at its mercy to untold heights to avenge a wrong, real or perceived. Nogitsune's pride brought her to commit atrocities that stood out even in the carnage and madness of the Demon Age, slaughtering Dragons and Couatl alike in an effort to quench the burning desire for revenge after every loss. It is thought that this is the reason for the Werefox Curse's minimal spread, even among Shifters. Too many members brought ruination upon them.

	The old Nogitsune is ~~beginning~~ to ~~reemerge~~, ~~and~~ is ~~finding it harder and harder to completely disregard considerations other than "how does~~ this ~~benefit me~~ and ~~mine". He has only one living heir~~ in ~~Thelia,~~ a ~~Fox Shifter~~. ~~His consciousness has also been partially boud within a magical body known as Karin by~~ the ~~Fallen Angel Pyriel. This extraordinarily limited ability to maeuver has led him~~ to ~~be frustrated~~ at ~~most every one~~ of ~~his plans so far, though this may~~ be ~~changing~~.		The old Nogitsune is now free to muck about in the affairs of the higher planes and the non-mortal world thanks in part to [[Pyriel]], whom constructed the body of [[Karin]], which she has now taken full control of. To what extent her true power is accessable through this body, she has not shown, but her dealings with the Dragons, the Order of Damarius, and even the gods themselves in what she knows it a likely futile battle against the overwhelming Evil present in the world has shown her brilliance has not dulled.

			While Thelia is the only remaining link to Eberron she possesses at the moment, the approaching birth of the first new Fox Shifters in seven years will be a momentus event.


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	Because of this, the Thorn of Loneliness is perhaps the least outright Evil of the Thorns, at least in regards to its effect on the world. Those under the Thorn's influence can become paralyzed with loneliness, and crave companionship and physical contact almost as much as, if not moreso than, food.		Because of this, the Thorn of Loneliness is perhaps the least outright Evil of the Thorns, at least in regards to its effect on the world. Those under the Thorn's influence can become paralyzed with loneliness, and crave companionship and physical contact almost as much as, if not moreso than, food.

	It seems Usagi may be regaining its sanity, but the road is bound to be long. It's ~~only~~ heirs ~~currently alive are~~ a ~~pair of~~ Rabbit ~~shifters~~, ~~Maya~~ and ~~Marie~~, ~~and a Vampire clone~~ of ~~Marie~~'~~s named Muffin whose connection is tenuous at best~~.		It seems Usagi may be regaining its sanity, but the road is bound to be long. As for it's heirs, what was at first thought to be a painfully short list has in fact grown exponentially in recent years. Apparently, the Rabbit Shifters were not wiped out, but driven into Lammania. Many have returned to Eberron, and several lines have been discovered with Rabbit Shifter blood in them. To no one's surprise, several of them are connected to the Ir'Wynarn line.

	== '''The Stag Lord''' ==		== '''The Stag Lord''' ==
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	Nyarlathotep took this love of nature and twisted it into a deep seated hate of all who disfigured it. The Thorn of Defilement was the result. Particularly devastating when a Druid Werestag or Stag Shifter fell to its effects, it more often than not resulted in the wholesale destruction of the very land they had hoped to defend. In fact, the first known Blighters were actually Werestags.		Nyarlathotep took this love of nature and twisted it into a deep seated hate of all who disfigured it. The Thorn of Defilement was the result. Particularly devastating when a Druid Werestag or Stag Shifter fell to its effects, it more often than not resulted in the wholesale destruction of the very land they had hoped to defend. In fact, the first known Blighters were actually Werestags.

	~~Whether or not Herne could have redeemed itself will forever be unknown, as its entire~~ line was ~~completely wiped out by~~ the ~~Silver Claw. The resulting wrenching separation from~~ the ~~Material Plane (~~and ~~thus its creator) caused it~~ to ~~go completely mad~~, ~~and~~ was ~~only stopped by [[Melissa D'Deneith\|Melissa]]~~, ~~[[Karin]], and Jaina~~'s ~~efforts against it (plus some luck)~~. ~~The heart~~ and ~~body have been separated~~, ~~the heart in Melissa's possession~~ and the ~~body (in spirit form) is~~ in ~~[[Lord Shadowspawn]]'s~~.		The destruction of the Stag Lord's line was perhaps one of the most devastating events for the seal upon Khyber since the end of the Demon War, and when what remained of his spirit body was defeated and imprisoned, the wound was thought to never be healed. However, when Fenric was released in the Karrnathi Civil War, Herne's remains were used to bind and control him. When the power of God Usagi was unleashed to calm Fenric and end the nightmare, Herne was cleansed at long last. His essence is far from secure, but there is hope. A single Stag Shifter was born shortly afterward to a pair of Greensingers, and the baby sent into hiding in Thelanis.


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	As a side note, Illiden's heirs are fairly amphibious. They can spend their whole lives on land, but they are very much sensitive to dry environs. Weresharks can breath underwater when transformed, and Shark Shifters can do so when Shifted, and both are excellent swimmers.		As a side note, Illiden's heirs are fairly amphibious. They can spend their whole lives on land, but they are very much sensitive to dry environs. Weresharks can breath underwater when transformed, and Shark Shifters can do so when Shifted, and both are excellent swimmers.


			== Lesser Animal Lords ==

			The Thirteen Lords listed above are the ruling spirits of Eberron, but they are in no way the only ones. Through the power of Eberron (some say her sense of humor made several of them) and the needs of the Greater Animal Lords, these lesser spirits were created. Lycanthropy is, thankfully, rare to non-existent among them, as the events that led to the corruption, enslavement, and eventual shattering of the Greater Lords largely missed them.

			By in large, the Shifters who bear the likeness of these beings come from a line that made a pact with the Lesser Lord. Few practice such rites now, and many who hold their power no longer realize where it comes from, but the knowledge is not completely lost.

			'''The Sheep Lord''' - Created as an intermediate spirit between Herne and Yumiko, it is in charge of Agricultural duties, often associated with Arawai, and ancient paintings of Arawai in a frilly dress and a shepherd's crook followed by a sheep lend some credence to the theory that the Goddess of Agriculture bade Eberron make her an emmissary to better channel her blessings. Though it remains only speculation, the presence of Sheep Shifters is always taken as a sign of good luck for farmers, and some anectodal evidence suggests increased yields in areas containing this line.

			Sheep Shifters are normally meek and docile, not to mention EXTREMELY huggable, but they are sometimes known for a sudden change in temper when threatened, often not to the liking of the recipients. Often identifiable through their soft wolly coat and doe eyes.

			'''The Octopus Lord''' -

			'''The Hippo Lord''' -

			'''The Coyote Lord''' -

			'''The Penguin Lord''' -


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	== '''The Shark Lord''' ==		== '''The Shark Lord''' ==

	Illiden; The Seeker		'''Illiden'''; The Seeker

	'''Alignment''': Chaotic Evil (was originally Chaotic Neutral)		'''Alignment''': Chaotic Evil (was originally Chaotic Neutral)

	'''Associated Moon''': Barrakas		'''Associated Moon''': Barrakas

			While Herne was given mastery of the Land, Illiden was granted dominion of the Sea. Those who wished to cross his waters had to pay their respects to this fearsome guardian as well as treat its awesome power with the proper reverence. Those who defiled his home met a swift and vicious end in his jaws.

			Nyarlathotep brought this guardian low by creating the Thorn of Jealousy. Before, the sea was open to those who did not anger him. After, the sea was dared only by the most foolhardy or desperate, as his presence meant death. Trespassing on HIS ocean was the greatest sin he could imagine. Needless to say, the Demon War saw the destruction of all manner of supply lines thanks to the unswerving drive to destroy anything on the water, regardless of allegiance. Nogi was forced to distract him often, to varying levels of success, in order to avoid being hindered by one of their own.

			Weresharks and Shark Shifters in its embrace are highly territorial. Unlike Tigyra's heirs, they could care less about material objects, but step ONE FOOT in their claimed land, and you're fish food. Typically loners, they have been known to form smaller groups, but rarely communities.

			Those free of it are still territorial, but less "bite first, then bite again". They tend to take on a more Defender than Overlord role of their territory, ignoring those who don't bother them. The vicious nature of their brethren has left many an heir to Illiden rebuffed from society, though Druids and other nature wanderers, as well as many sea farers, are bettered when they know which to trust, as they tend to have a great deal of knowledge about the aquatic environs of the area.

			As a side note, Illiden's heirs are fairly amphibious. They can spend their whole lives on land, but they are very much sensitive to dry environs. Weresharks can breath underwater when transformed, and Shark Shifters can do so when Shifted, and both are excellent swimmers.


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'''The Rabbit Lord''': God Usagi, the Healer

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	Because of this, the Thorn of Loneliness is perhaps the least outright Evil of the Thorns, at least in regards to its effect on the world. Those under the Thorn's influence can become paralyzed with loneliness, and crave companionship and physical contact almost as much as, if not moreso than, food.		Because of this, the Thorn of Loneliness is perhaps the least outright Evil of the Thorns, at least in regards to its effect on the world. Those under the Thorn's influence can become paralyzed with loneliness, and crave companionship and physical contact almost as much as, if not moreso than, food.

	It seems Usagi may be regaining its sanity, but the road is bound to be long. It's only heirs currently alive are a pair of Rabbit shifters, Maya and Marie, and a Vampire clone of Marie's named Muffin ~~whos~~ connection is tenuous at best.		It seems Usagi may be regaining its sanity, but the road is bound to be long. It's only heirs currently alive are a pair of Rabbit shifters, Maya and Marie, and a Vampire clone of Marie's named Muffin whose connection is tenuous at best.


	== '''The Stag Lord''': Herne, the Hunter ==		== '''The Stag Lord''': Herne, the Hunter ==

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	Many legends abound about the moon's effect on Lycanthrope creation. Some say a True Lycan born when the associated moon is Full or at its Zenith will be closer to their patron animal, and legends of Werecreature Lord's being born at higher rates during such times remain unconfirmed.		Many legends abound about the moon's effect on Lycanthrope creation. Some say a True Lycan born when the associated moon is Full or at its Zenith will be closer to their patron animal, and legends of Werecreature Lord's being born at higher rates during such times remain unconfirmed.

	~~==The Lords==~~

	'''The Wolf Lord''': Fenric, the Protector		----

			'''The Lords'''

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			== '''The Wolf Lord''': Fenric, the Protector ==

	'''Alignment''': Chaotic Neutral (shifts between CG and CE)		'''Alignment''': Chaotic Neutral (shifts between CG and CE)
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	'''The Fox Lord''': Nogitsune, the Tactician		== '''The Fox Lord''': Nogitsune, the Tactician ==

	'''Alignment''': Neutral Evil (often tends towards True or Chaotic Neutral)		'''Alignment''': Neutral Evil (often tends towards True or Chaotic Neutral)
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	'''The Rabbit Lord''': God Usagi, the Healer		== '''The Rabbit Lord''': God Usagi, the Healer ==


	'''Alignment''': CG (shifts to LG when facing Evil)		'''Alignment''': CG (shifts to LG when facing Evil)
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	'''The Stag Lord''': Herne, the Hunter		== '''The Stag Lord''': Herne, the Hunter ==


	'''Alignment''': Neutral Evil (was originally True Neutral)		'''Alignment''': Neutral Evil (was originally True Neutral)
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	'''The Ursine Lord''': Hashmalim, the Judge		== '''The Ursine Lord''': Hashmalim, the Judge ==


	'''Alignment''': Lawful Neutral (was once Lawful Good)		'''Alignment''': Lawful Neutral (was once Lawful Good)
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	'''The Raven Lord''': Shemhazi; the Loremaster		== '''The Raven Lord''': Shemhazi; the Loremaster ==

	'''Alignment''': Lawful Evil (used to be Lawful Neutral)		'''Alignment''': Lawful Evil (used to be Lawful Neutral)
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	'''The Cat Lord''': Tigyra, the Scout		== '''The Cat Lord''': Tigyra, the Scout ==


	'''Alignment''': True Neutral (shifts between Lawful Evil and Chaotic Good, was originally only CG)		'''Alignment''': True Neutral (shifts between Lawful Evil and Chaotic Good, was originally only CG)
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	'''The Boar Lord''': Yumiko; the Berzerker		== '''The Boar Lord''': Yumiko; the Berzerker ==


	'''Alignment''': Chaotic Evil (was originally Chaotic Neutral)		'''Alignment''': Chaotic Evil (was originally Chaotic Neutral)
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	'''The Crocodile Lord''': Saturos; The Devourer		== '''The Crocodile Lord''': Saturos; The Devourer ==


	'''Alignment''': Chaotic Evil (was originally Chaotic Neutral)		'''Alignment''': Chaotic Evil (was originally Chaotic Neutral)
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	'''The Ape Lord''': Kothan; The Builder		== '''The Ape Lord''': Kothan; The Builder ==


	'''Alignment''': Lawful Evil (was originally Lawful Neutral)		'''Alignment''': Lawful Evil (was originally Lawful Neutral)
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	'''The Horse Lord''': Rin; The Noble		== '''The Horse Lord''': Rin; The Noble ==


	'''Alignment''': Lawful Evil (was originally Lawful Neutral)		'''Alignment''': Lawful Evil (was originally Lawful Neutral)
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	'''The Rat Lord''': Corcus; The Skulker		== '''The Rat Lord''': Corcus; The Skulker ==


	'''Alignment''': Chaotic Evil (was originally True Neutral)		'''Alignment''': Chaotic Evil (was originally True Neutral)
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	'''The Shark Lord''': Illiden; The Seeker		== '''The Shark Lord''': Illiden; The Seeker ==

	'''Alignment''': Chaotic Evil (was originally Chaotic Neutral)		'''Alignment''': Chaotic Evil (was originally Chaotic Neutral)

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	'''Associated Moon''': Dravago		'''Associated Moon''': Dravago

			Honor. Loyalty. Devotion to an idea rather than a thing. These are what Rin represented. Her presence was one of inspiration, bringing others to think beyond the Here and Now and look towards the Future, for good or ill. To earn her favor was seen as a sign that you were destined for great things. Of all the Animal Lords, she and Hashmalim were closest.

			Nyarlathotep's corruption of her was particularly cruel. By creating the Thorn of Control, he twisted what should have been a creature tasked with bringing the mortal races to aspire to remake the world and break from the inevitable stagnation comfort and complacency breeds into a force for ensuring the breaking of spirits and stifling of free thought. While Nogitsune directed the other Animal Lords, Rin was the one who would drive Khyber's forces against the Children of Siberys. Any prisoners that were taken were ultimately her responsibility, and a great many Fallen Angels, corrupted dragons, and twisted Couatl resulted from her mental and spiritual torments.

			Werehorses and Horse Shifters (Centaurs) caught in the grasp of Rin's Thorn emulate their patron, ensuring that the status quo as they see it is not questioned. Ironically, it can lead to vicious internal battles between competing viewpoints, a potentially drastic change resulting from a new Thorn bearer coming to power in a group. The primary driving force of these unfortunate individuals, though, is still the opposition of Change.

			Those free of it are much like their patron's true nature, free spirits that enjoy challenging the assumptions of others, though many of them will do it just for kicks and to cause chaos rather than some attempt to better anyone.