Afkir Academy of the Carardala

Origin

Afkir was originally a Fief in the Kingdom of Rocara. The Fief holder was Sir Hamilton op Oberon. Over the course of centuries the kingdoms of Carardala feuded among each other. It hosted a mighty institution of military learning featuring horsemanship.

War of Darkness Falling

The intrusion of the Black Road lasted over 200 years in Caradala. Many of the foe were mounted so horse battles dominated the war and a academy based on horsemanship.

Curriculum of Afkir

A military academy offering Basic Training, Advanced Training, Masterly Training.

Basic Training- Graduate Title-Afkir Adept

Horsemanship & Military Education 1 Horsemanship-Riding, Care 1 Tactics 1 Logistics 1 Horse Archery 1 Horse Weapon Combat 1 Physical Fitness-Chaos Rank- Strength 1 Physical Fitness-Chaos Rank- Endurance Martial Art-Loha Dar [[1]]

Academics & Craftsmanship 1 Academics- General Requirements 1 Academics- History 1 Academics- Survey of Languages 2 Craftsmanship-Leather 2 Craftsmanship-woodwork Furniture 1 1 1

Powers 0 Cantrips 1 Survey of Powers 1 Survey of Multiversal Geography 1 Exposure to the Mark of the Battlemoon 1

Unofficial Talents 1 Alcohol Tolerance 1 Games of Skill 1 Card Games 1 Dice Games 1

Advanced Training-Graduate Title- Afkir Master

Horsemanship & Military Education 1 Strategy 1 Advanced Riding-Common Trick Riding 2 Advanced Logistics 2 Horse Archery 2 Horse Weapon Combat 1 Horse Bloodlines 2 Horsemanship-Riding, Care Martial Arts-Biswas [[2]]

Academics & Craftsmanship 2 Academics - History 1 Academics - History of 1 Academics 1 Academics 1 Craftsmanship-Leather-Armor 1 Craftsmanship-Woodwork-Buildings-Art Carving.

Powers 1 Meditions on the Mark of the Battlemoon-Psyche-Chaos 1 Low Order Magery-Afkir Magery 1 Survey of Multiversal Geography-Historical Details. 1 Exposure to Magical Vortexes and Black Marks 1

Unofficial Talents 1 1 1 1

Masterly Training: Graduate Title-Afkir Mentor

Horsemanship & Military Education 1 Masterly Riding-Advanced Trick Riding 3 Academics -History 3 Horse Archery 3 Horse Weapon Combat Martial Art- Hawa Dar [[3]]

Academics and Craftsmanship 1 Craftsmanship 1 Craftsmanship 1 Academics - History of 1 Academics 1 Academics

Powers 1 1 1

Unofficial Talents 1 1 1 1

Caradalan Martial Arts

Loha dar (Iron Hand Way)

Inspiration: Combines elements of Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu, Capoeira, and Wing Chun.

Description: Loha Dar focuses on fluidity, circular motion, and adaptability. It teaches practitioners to blend defensive grappling techniques from Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu, rhythmic strikes and acrobatics from Capoeira, and the close-quarters trapping and parrying of Wing Chun.

• Key Features:
  • Footwork & Flow: Movements mimic a spinning sphere, allowing practitioners to seamlessly transition between offense and defense.
  • Grappling: Focuses on dynamic takedowns and submissions, ensuring control in ground combat.
  • Striking: Emphasizes quick, unpredictable strikes with limbs that come from various angles using Capoeira's circular momentum.

Signature Technique: Iron Coil Submission – A combination of Capoeira's evasive spins to close distance and a Jiu-Jitsu rear-naked choke for a decisive finish.

Biswas ḍạr (Way of Trust)

Inspiration: Merges elements of Krav Maga, Aikido, and Muay Thai.

   Description: Biswas ḍạr emphasizes practical self-defense, turning an opponent's energy against them while maintaining devastating offensive capabilities. This martial art is designed for real-world situations, combining Krav Maga’s brutal efficiency, Aikido’s redirection of energy, and Muay Thai’s power strikes.

• Key Features:
  • Self-Defense: Focus on disarming weapons and neutralizing threats quickly.
  • Energy Redirection: Uses Aikido's joint locks and throws to deflect attacks with minimal force.
  • Striking: Incorporates Muay Thai’s knees, elbows, and clinching to deliver powerful counterattacks.

Signature Technique: Trust Breaker – Disarm an armed attacker with Aikido, then follow up with Muay Thai elbow strikes to incapacitate them.

Hawa dar(Way of Wind)

Inspiration: Combines elements of Taekwondo, Parkour, and Kendo.

   Description: Kaze-ryu is a highly mobile martial art that emphasizes agility, unpredictability, and precision. Drawing from Taekwondo’s high and dynamic kicks, Parkour's fluid movement, and Kendo’s focus on weapon combat, it is ideal for both open and urban environments.

• Key Features:
  • Mobility: Practitioners use Parkour techniques to maneuver around obstacles and gain tactical advantages.
  • Striking: Features spinning, jumping, and aerial kicks to surprise opponents.
  • Weaponry: Integrates wooden sword training, allowing for both offensive and defensive techniques.

Signature Technique: Whirlwind Strike – A spinning aerial kick followed by a downward Kendo strike, combining power and elegance.