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[H-RP] Ashes of Man
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The exact origins of this war band are the subject of much debate among the members of the Horde, simply because no real time scale was ever given of their deeds. However the earliest they appear in any kind of written record is just after the opening of the Dark Portal. In the beginning they were merely a pack of orcs still under the influence of the taint. However there were some that were possessed a little deeper by another force. Hatred. History tells us of the gruesome and bloody wars that were fought, but mixed in with the accepted historical records lies the history of the Ashes of Man... During the First War there existed a powerful orc captain know as Thorgax Redgore, an orc with a loathing so intense it is perhaps comparable to that of Garrosh Hellscream. Thorgax would butcher humans without end and refused mercy to ANY. Those orcs who followed him thought Thorgax a hero and were always prepared to lay down their lives for him. It was after a successful raid on a human settlement that Thorgax's genocidal hatred took on a new level. With the scent of death surrounding him and the euphoria of victory intoxicating him Thorgax let out a frightening battle shout. He took hold of a nearby human corpse and flung it upon the blazing fire before him. As the smell of searing flesh filled his nostrils the captain breathed deeps the desecration of his enemies and addressed his brethren orcs: "These pathetic worms are a disgrace! Even their lifeless corpses mock us. Join me my brothers, eradicate the human vermin!!" Howling in frenzied agreement the band of orcs joined with their captain. Throwing the corpses upon the crackling fire and cursing the human race to extinction. From the base of the fire Thorgax scooped a handful of ash and coated his face with it, once again howling to his orc brothers. "My brothers cover yourselves with their ashes. Ensure all those that see us know, that we will crush them beneath us!! And wipe their very memory from this planet!!!" Thus began the Ashes of Man. They were the most brutal and vicious of the orcs. Massacring and burning all humans in their path, then charging to the next battle smeared in the ashes of their defiled enemies. After the taint was cleansed stories of Ashes Of Man quietened down but were never lost. As time had passed they had become somewhat secretive and more selective of who was admitted. Years passed and as the Horde became more diverse so did the Ashes of Man. The idea appealed to some of the Trolls and their barbaric beliefs about life. The Forsaken agreed whole undeadheatedly with the ideal of ending the humans existence. Even the gentle Tauren have those among them whose dislike for humans is intense enough to warrant them to seek out membership. Any Blood Elves that join usually do so to be around when the magic essence is seared from the humans flesh and released back into the grand flow of magic. No-one is truly certain why Goblins, who make no profit from these endeavours, join yet they can be counted among their ranks regardless. Within the present day Horde Ashes of Man has once again started to rise up into the public eye. There are even rumours that Warchief Hellscream himself is a member, but this obviously cannot be proved. Although the burning of humans doesn't occur frequently anymore, primarily because it can't, there is still a tradition upheld by the guild members. Once a year the members gather atop the cliffs of Durotar under dead of night. Once there they slay a harpy each and together they symbolically burn these human-looking creatures to honour the heritage they have inherited. On this night (I rolled a D3 die here to represent each of your birthdays and it came up as EJ. So the night would be 9 days after EJ's birthday) the guild members sit around the charring fires telling tales of their victories over the Alliance, in particular any battles fought with the human race. All the while coating their faces with the remaining ashes. Such is the tradition of Ashes of Man... Ranks The Ashmask - The leader and most prominent member. (gm) Ashling - The rank given to those whom are new to the ranks (initiate) Grey Ash - The rank given to those who attain entry through friends (Alt toons) Ashen Beast - The rank given to those who have proven themselves to the guild. (members) Ashen Fear - Attained through further deeds and loyalty to the guild. (loyal members) Ashen Terror - One of the most senior ranks that garters much respect from the other members. Their loyalty is unquestioned and their feats countless. (veteran member) Ashen Monstrosity- Second only to the Ashmask. Those whom attain this rank have proven themselves as the best of the best. (officers and officer alts) Upon joining Ashes of Man you are appointed as an Ashling and presented with a Solid Stone (all but White Ash). This is no ordinary stone, it is a piece of the original alter that first human burning fire was built upon. The stone is still charred with the memory of that fateful night. It is a symbol of your membership, even more so than the official tabard. All ranks (except White Ash) must carry their stone and to lose, sell or otherwise dispose of it is the GREATEST insult one can give to the guild. No harm or ill will should befall this stone for it should be carried with ever swelling pride as your proof that you are part of the guild. -------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- Ooc info Hi there, We are starting a new guild called <Ashes of Man> on the Argent Dawn server-horde side. The guild was formed when listeners of our podcast requested a place to get together. After a long debate we decided that Argent Dawn was a very friendly server and since we wanted to follow the rp-rules, we made it into a competition: create an rp guild with an rp background. The Ashes of Man was the winner. So instead of just inviting our listeners to this guild, I also want to invite everyone else to join us. We strive for a friendly atmosphere in our guild. A place where you can feel safe and were we treat each other with respect. Now for the facts: What kind of guild are we: We are mostly a social guild, but we are planning to create and participate in rp-events. Due to the background story of the guild, we will also start bg’s together. I wouldn’t say that we are an ‘evil’ guild, perhaps more focussed around vengeance. Recruitment: is open to any class, race and level Our podcast can be found here: http://itunes.apple.com/gb/podcast/girls-gone-wow/id410309715?ign-mpt=uo%3D4 I’m sure I’ve forgotten loads of other info, but feel free to poke any officer in the game if you want to know more. |
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Bump :D Also we are going to record episode 50 of our podcast this weekend!
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Sounds like a really good idea for a guild. Though, personally I wouldn't have the gonads to suggest the Warchief is a member and that the Horde talk about them all the time. But that's nothin really. What I do like is that you burn harpies.
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Thank you ^^ well that about the warchief is only a rumour. ;) I didn't want to change much about the story since it was an entry of one of our listeners, but we shall burn extra harpies! :D
We've had more people join our guild, so if you need a friendly place to hang out, give us a prod. |
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I like the premise quite a bit, and I hope you grow into a true band of savage warriors! That being said, do be sure to emphasize the "warchief is a member" thing merely being a rumour, lest the lore-hounds of AD will leap at an opportunity for bloodshed. |
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Sounds a great concept for a horde based guild, hopefully yous don't get to big a force of misdeeds that the crusade should have to put yous in your place /wink
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Thank you both for the warm welcome ^^ I knew starting the guild on AD was a great idea!
Aye, the warchief thing is most definitely a rumour! (esp. since what will be happening to him in the future ;) ) Mmm and about us doing lots of misdeeds... well perhaps we are just a bit misunderstood with our lust for vengeance and blood!! Will try to organize some rp-events for our guild in the future and see if other guilds would like to join in :) |
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Aye an don't be expecting tae be burnin any dwarfs or you'll be feelin the full wrath o tha alliance!!!
((welcome to AD ,Sil,EJ and the p.m.t)) |
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I fear dwarves don't give us enough ashes... ;) and just to let AD know; it seems that our listeners who joined, thought that the people on this server were very nice. I think that is a pretty big compliment :D
and lol at the 'poor mans turpster' ;p |
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Have I just been called small by a goblin!! I will sleep with your bodiless head by my feet soon, mark my words!
(( P.M.T and a lack off Scottish is your theme I believe, /cough)) |
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Ashes of... MAN?!
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=sTg5Ldqm8ME |
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That is exactly how we are going to pronounce it!! ;) and another bump :D
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Show 51 is up now ;) and in that show we've also decided to have a raffle for our guild members where they can win a pet from the blizzard shop.
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bump :D
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