Shubugal - Revision history

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	Their emphases on cohesion, responsibility, and duty have been major factors in earning the Shubugal their reputation as renowned soldiers. A significant proportion of most clans end up working as mercenaries at some point in their lives, though even those that do not are still trained in martial ways from a young age. Even if one does not join a phalanx company, the ability to work as part of a tightly honed team is crucial to forming effective hunting parties, defending the campsites, and keeping order within the clan.		Their emphases on cohesion, responsibility, and duty have been major factors in earning the Shubugal their reputation as renowned soldiers. A significant proportion of most clans end up working as mercenaries at some point in their lives, though even those that do not are still trained in martial ways from a young age. Even if one does not join a phalanx company, the ability to work as part of a tightly honed team is crucial to forming effective hunting parties, defending the campsites, and keeping order within the clan.

			The Shubugal have elaborate rituals that are employed whenever an outsider, either a non-orc or a member of another clan, seeks an audience with a clan leader. Such an individual must seek, and be granted, permission to speak with a succession of people, usually the leader's trusted advisors, aides, and close family member. Often this involves giving gifts or performing some feat or service in order to gain their approval.

	=== Equipment ===		=== Equipment ===

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History

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	== History ==		== History ==
	The ancestors of the Shubugal originally lived in eastern Thadria, in a region once primarily inhabited by orcs. As [[Viridia]] expanded eastward and human settlements in the area consolidated and grew, however, these orcs began to be pushed out of territory in which they had lived for generations. By the late eighth millennium, after decades of fighting against the Dominion, the orcs of eastern Thadria had come to the conclusion that their position was untenable. Large migrations began out of the region; over the next four centuries, the majority of orcish clans departed, leaving their homelands behind. Most traveled north past the edge of the [[Zakros Range]], into what would later become [[Druzda]], but some chose other destinations. Those that would eventually become the Shubugal wandered south, crossing the [[Urra Highlands]] into Dalbanu.		The ancestors of the Shubugal originally lived in eastern Thadria, in a region once primarily inhabited by orcs. As [[Viridia]] expanded eastward and [[human]] settlements in the area consolidated and grew, however, these orcs began to be pushed out of territory in which they had lived for generations. By the late eighth millennium, after decades of fighting against the Dominion, the orcs of eastern Thadria had come to the conclusion that their position was untenable. Large migrations began out of the region; over the next four centuries, the majority of orcish clans departed, leaving their homelands behind. Most traveled north past the edge of the [[Zakros Range]], into what would later become [[Druzda]], but some chose other destinations. Those that would eventually become the Shubugal wandered south, crossing the [[Urra Highlands]] into Dalbanu.

	Left aimless and in crisis, many of the orcs began to depart their clans in search of opportunities elsewhere. Quite a few found work as mercenaries, using their years of experience in service to the cities of Dalbanu, which were at this point still frequently at war with each other. Impressed by their prowess, the Dalbanu gave the orcs the name "shubugal", or worthy soldiers. Gradually the orcs began to adopt this name as their own, turning it from an exonym into their own term for themselves.		Left aimless and in crisis, many of the orcs began to depart their clans in search of opportunities elsewhere. Quite a few found work as mercenaries, using their years of experience in service to the cities of Dalbanu, which were at this point still frequently at war with each other. Impressed by their prowess, the Dalbanu gave the orcs the name "shubugal", or worthy soldiers. Gradually the orcs began to adopt this name as their own, turning it from an exonym into their own term for themselves.

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	The '''Shubugal''' {{Pronunciation\|shoo-boo-GALL}} are an orcish people that live primarily in [[Dalbanu]]. In the great orcish migrations out of eastern [[Thadria]], when most went north to the lands now known as [[Druzda]], the Shubugal instead traveled south ~~into Dalbanu~~. Fusing their traditions and cultural practices with those of the Dalbanu, the orcs quickly earned a reputation as elite mercenaries, lending their experience as formation fighting experts to the disparate cities of the region.		The '''Shubugal''' {{Pronunciation\|shoo-boo-GALL}} are an orcish people that live primarily in [[Dalbanu]]. In the great orcish migrations out of eastern [[Thadria]], when most went north to the lands now known as [[Druzda]], the Shubugal instead traveled south. Fusing their traditions and cultural practices with those of the Dalbanu, the orcs quickly earned a reputation as elite mercenaries, lending their experience as formation fighting experts to the disparate cities of the region.

	== History ==		== History ==

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Equipment

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	=== Equipment ===		=== Equipment ===
	Shubugal soldiers tend to prefer weapons that extend their reach, particularly spears, sarissas, and polearms. Most have adopted the typical lamellar armor common in Dalbanu, though they tend to prefer their armor heavier than is the norm. Dragon hide armor is a particular status symbol amongst the Shubugal, ~~though~~ found less rarely than many outside the clans would expect.		Shubugal soldiers tend to prefer weapons that extend their reach, particularly spears, sarissas, and polearms. Most have adopted the typical lamellar armor common in Dalbanu, though they tend to prefer their armor heavier than is the norm. Dragon hide armor is a particular status symbol amongst the Shubugal, found less rarely than many outside the clans would expect.

	[[Category:Orcs]]		[[Category:Orcs]]

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Architecture and migration

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	Though many aspects of Shubugal culture have become greatly influenced by broader Dalbanu practices, including their clothing, cuisine, and holidays, they still maintain their traditional semi-sedentary lifestyles. Shubugal clans relocate seasonally, typically between two or more campsites, moving whenever resources in their local area begin to deplete. Most of these campsites are located away from the major cities of Dalbanu, within the arid hills and plains between the two rivers. Their relative isolation reinforces their independence, helping to ensure the Shubugal never fall under the direct control of the cities or dragon-lords.		Though many aspects of Shubugal culture have become greatly influenced by broader Dalbanu practices, including their clothing, cuisine, and holidays, they still maintain their traditional semi-sedentary lifestyles. Shubugal clans relocate seasonally, typically between two or more campsites, moving whenever resources in their local area begin to deplete. Most of these campsites are located away from the major cities of Dalbanu, within the arid hills and plains between the two rivers. Their relative isolation reinforces their independence, helping to ensure the Shubugal never fall under the direct control of the cities or dragon-lords.

	The Shubugal's distinctive bleached white yurt-like tents, constructed of tanned animal hides stretched over semi-circular frames, are large enough to comfortably house extended families. Their decorated exteriors cover spacious and equally elaborate interiors, usually with only thin paper or cloth barriers between different sections of the living area. Despite their size, these tents can be packed up for relocation with relative ease, carried to a new campsite where it will remain for at least the next few months.		The Shubugal's distinctive bleached white yurt-like tents, constructed of tanned animal hides stretched over semi-circular frames, are large enough to comfortably house extended families. Their decorated exteriors cover spacious and equally elaborate interiors, usually with only thin paper or cloth barriers between different sections of the living area. Despite their size, these tents can be packed up for relocation with relative ease, carried to a new campsite where they will remain for at least the next few months.

	=== Society ===		=== Society ===

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	The '''Shubugal''' {{Pronunciation\|shoo-boo-GALL}} are an orcish people that live primarily in [[~~Ishtar~~]]. In the great orcish migrations out of eastern [[Thadria]], when most went north to the lands now known as [[Druzda]], the Shubugal instead traveled south into ~~Ishtar~~. Fusing their traditions and cultural practices with those of the ~~Ishtarans~~, the orcs quickly earned a reputation as elite mercenaries, lending their experience as formation fighting experts to the disparate cities of the region.		The '''Shubugal''' {{Pronunciation\|shoo-boo-GALL}} are an orcish people that live primarily in [[Dalbanu]]. In the great orcish migrations out of eastern [[Thadria]], when most went north to the lands now known as [[Druzda]], the Shubugal instead traveled south into Dalbanu. Fusing their traditions and cultural practices with those of the Dalbanu, the orcs quickly earned a reputation as elite mercenaries, lending their experience as formation fighting experts to the disparate cities of the region.

	== History ==		== History ==
	The ancestors of the Shubugal originally lived in eastern Thadria, in a region once primarily inhabited by orcs. As [[Viridia]] expanded eastward and human settlements in the area consolidated and grew, however, these orcs began to be pushed out of territory in which they had lived for generations. By the late eighth millennium, after decades of fighting against the Dominion, the orcs of eastern Thadria had come to the conclusion that their position was untenable. Large migrations began out of the region; over the next four centuries, the majority of orcish clans departed, leaving their homelands behind. Most traveled north past the edge of the [[Zakros Range]], into what would later become [[Druzda]], but some chose other destinations. Those that would eventually become the Shubugal wandered south, crossing the [[Urra Highlands]] into ~~Ishtar~~.		The ancestors of the Shubugal originally lived in eastern Thadria, in a region once primarily inhabited by orcs. As [[Viridia]] expanded eastward and human settlements in the area consolidated and grew, however, these orcs began to be pushed out of territory in which they had lived for generations. By the late eighth millennium, after decades of fighting against the Dominion, the orcs of eastern Thadria had come to the conclusion that their position was untenable. Large migrations began out of the region; over the next four centuries, the majority of orcish clans departed, leaving their homelands behind. Most traveled north past the edge of the [[Zakros Range]], into what would later become [[Druzda]], but some chose other destinations. Those that would eventually become the Shubugal wandered south, crossing the [[Urra Highlands]] into Dalbanu.

	Left aimless and in crisis, many of the orcs began to depart their clans in search of opportunities elsewhere. Quite a few found work as mercenaries, using their years of experience in service to the cities of ~~Ishtar~~, which were at this point still frequently at war with each other. Impressed by their prowess, the ~~Ishtarans~~ gave the orcs the name "shubugal", or worthy soldiers. Gradually the orcs began to adopt this name as their own, turning it from an exonym into their own term for themselves.		Left aimless and in crisis, many of the orcs began to depart their clans in search of opportunities elsewhere. Quite a few found work as mercenaries, using their years of experience in service to the cities of Dalbanu, which were at this point still frequently at war with each other. Impressed by their prowess, the Dalbanu gave the orcs the name "shubugal", or worthy soldiers. Gradually the orcs began to adopt this name as their own, turning it from an exonym into their own term for themselves.

	Over the centuries the cultural practices of the Shubugal changed into a form more resembling their modern ways. Carving out a niche for themselves as experts in martial prowess, groups of Shubugal mercenaries leveraged their experience in phalanx, testudo, and other formations to become crucial parts of the armies of ~~Ishtaran~~ cities, feared and respected enough that even the most power-hungry dragons of ~~Ishtar~~ knew better than to fight them. Shubugal traditions shifted and morphed, taking on significant influence from others in ~~Ishtar~~. At the same time, they consciously maintained many of their oldest practices, continuing to live semi-nomadic lifestyles and worship the gods of their old pantheon.		Over the centuries the cultural practices of the Shubugal changed into a form more resembling their modern ways. Carving out a niche for themselves as experts in martial prowess, groups of Shubugal mercenaries leveraged their experience in phalanx, testudo, and other formations to become crucial parts of the armies of Dalbanu cities, feared and respected enough that even the most power-hungry dragons of Dalbanu knew better than to fight them. Shubugal traditions shifted and morphed, taking on significant influence from others in Dalbanu. At the same time, they consciously maintained many of their oldest practices, continuing to live semi-nomadic lifestyles and worship the gods of their old pantheon.

	The Shubugal played an influential role in defending ~~Ishtar~~ against the Viridian conquests under the Sun King, [[Avus Salonius IV\|Avus IV]]. Though too few in number to defend the disorganized cities from the advancing legions of the Dominion, the Shubugal were a significant factor in Viridia's abandonment of its conquests in {{Year\|6410}}. Well-trained Shubugal troops harassed the legions during the occupation, striking at Viridian encampments before retreating back into the arid regions between the rivers.		The Shubugal played an influential role in defending Dalbanu against the Viridian conquests under the Sun King, [[Avus Salonius IV\|Avus IV]]. Though too few in number to defend the disorganized cities from the advancing legions of the Dominion, the Shubugal were a significant factor in Viridia's abandonment of its conquests in {{Year\|6410}}. Well-trained Shubugal troops harassed the legions during the occupation, striking at Viridian encampments before retreating back into the arid regions between the rivers.

	== Location ==		== Location ==
	Nearly all Shubugal reside in ~~Ishtar~~. Clans typically set up seasonal camps in the central regions between [[River Qaro]] and [[River Qes]], maintaining a distance from major cities. Individual Shubugal and mercenary warbands are frequently found in the cities, however, finding work or trading before returning to their clan's camps. Outside of ~~Ishtar~~ the Shubugal orcs are quite uncommon, though some have left over the centuries for [[Druzda]], the [[Arrajan Wilds]], the [[Western Coast]], or other nearby parts of the world.		Nearly all Shubugal reside in Dalbanu. Clans typically set up seasonal camps in the central regions between [[River Qaro]] and [[River Qes]], maintaining a distance from major cities. Individual Shubugal and mercenary warbands are frequently found in the cities, however, finding work or trading before returning to their clan's camps. Outside of Dalbanu the Shubugal orcs are quite uncommon, though some have left over the centuries for [[Druzda]], the [[Arrajan Wilds]], the [[Western Coast]], or other nearby parts of the world.

	== Culture ==		== Culture ==
	=== Religion ===		=== Religion ===
	Worship of the [[Orcish pantheon]] remains strong amongst the Shubugal. [[Mortuga]] is elevated above all other gods in Shubugal religious life, with her martial side given particularly great importance. At the same time, ~~Ishtaran~~ religious influence on the Shubugal can be clearly seen. Many Shubugal have been elevated as saints, a phenomenon not typically seen amongst followers of the Orcish pantheon elsewhere.		Worship of the [[Orcish pantheon]] remains strong amongst the Shubugal. [[Mortuga]] is elevated above all other gods in Shubugal religious life, with her martial side given particularly great importance. At the same time, Dalbanu religious influence on the Shubugal can be clearly seen. Many Shubugal have been elevated as saints, a phenomenon not typically seen amongst followers of the Orcish pantheon elsewhere.

	=== Architecture and migration ===		=== Architecture and migration ===
	Though many aspects of Shubugal culture have become greatly influenced by broader ~~Ishtaran~~ practices, including their clothing, cuisine, and holidays, they still maintain their traditional semi-sedentary lifestyles. Shubugal clans relocate seasonally, typically between two or more campsites, moving whenever resources in their local area begin to deplete. Most of these campsites are located away from the major cities of ~~Ishtar~~, within the arid hills and plains between the two rivers. Their relative isolation reinforces their independence, helping to ensure the Shubugal never fall under the direct control of the cities or dragon-lords.		Though many aspects of Shubugal culture have become greatly influenced by broader Dalbanu practices, including their clothing, cuisine, and holidays, they still maintain their traditional semi-sedentary lifestyles. Shubugal clans relocate seasonally, typically between two or more campsites, moving whenever resources in their local area begin to deplete. Most of these campsites are located away from the major cities of Dalbanu, within the arid hills and plains between the two rivers. Their relative isolation reinforces their independence, helping to ensure the Shubugal never fall under the direct control of the cities or dragon-lords.

	The Shubugal's distinctive bleached white yurt-like tents, constructed of tanned animal hides stretched over semi-circular frames, are large enough to comfortably house extended families. Their decorated exteriors cover spacious and equally elaborate interiors, usually with only thin paper or cloth barriers between different sections of the living area. Despite their size, these tents can be packed up for relocation with relative ease, carried to a new campsite where it will remain for at least the next few months.		The Shubugal's distinctive bleached white yurt-like tents, constructed of tanned animal hides stretched over semi-circular frames, are large enough to comfortably house extended families. Their decorated exteriors cover spacious and equally elaborate interiors, usually with only thin paper or cloth barriers between different sections of the living area. Despite their size, these tents can be packed up for relocation with relative ease, carried to a new campsite where it will remain for at least the next few months.
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	=== Equipment ===		=== Equipment ===
	Shubugal soldiers tend to prefer weapons that extend their reach, particularly spears, sarissas, and polearms. Most have adopted the typical lamellar armor common in ~~Ishtar~~, though they tend to prefer their armor heavier than is the norm. Dragon hide armor is a particular status symbol amongst the Shubugal, though found less rarely than many outside the clans would expect.		Shubugal soldiers tend to prefer weapons that extend their reach, particularly spears, sarissas, and polearms. Most have adopted the typical lamellar armor common in Dalbanu, though they tend to prefer their armor heavier than is the norm. Dragon hide armor is a particular status symbol amongst the Shubugal, though found less rarely than many outside the clans would expect.

	[[Category:Orcs]]		[[Category:Orcs]]
	[[Category:Heritages]]		[[Category:Heritages]]
	[[Category:Orcs/Heritages]]		[[Category:Orcs/Heritages]]
	[[Category:~~Ishtar~~]]		[[Category:Dalbanu]]

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History

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	== History ==		== History ==
	The ancestors of the Shubugal originally lived in eastern Thadria, in a region once primarily inhabited by orcs. As [[Viridia]] expanded eastward and human settlements in the area consolidated and grew, however, these orcs began to be pushed out of territory in which they had lived for generations. By the late eighth millennium, after decades of fighting against the ~~states that grew in their lands~~, the orcs of eastern Thadria had come to the conclusion that their position was untenable. Large migrations began out of the region; over the next four centuries, the majority of orcish clans departed, leaving their homelands behind. Most traveled north past the edge of the [[Zakros Range]], into what would later become [[Druzda]], but some chose other destinations. Those that would eventually become the Shubugal wandered south, crossing the [[Urra Highlands]] into Ishtar.		The ancestors of the Shubugal originally lived in eastern Thadria, in a region once primarily inhabited by orcs. As [[Viridia]] expanded eastward and human settlements in the area consolidated and grew, however, these orcs began to be pushed out of territory in which they had lived for generations. By the late eighth millennium, after decades of fighting against the Dominion, the orcs of eastern Thadria had come to the conclusion that their position was untenable. Large migrations began out of the region; over the next four centuries, the majority of orcish clans departed, leaving their homelands behind. Most traveled north past the edge of the [[Zakros Range]], into what would later become [[Druzda]], but some chose other destinations. Those that would eventually become the Shubugal wandered south, crossing the [[Urra Highlands]] into Ishtar.

	Left aimless and in crisis, many of the orcs began to depart their clans in search of opportunities elsewhere. Quite a few found work as mercenaries, using their years of experience in service to the cities of Ishtar, which were at this point still frequently at war with each other. Impressed by their prowess, the Ishtarans gave the orcs the name "shubugal", or worthy soldiers. Gradually the orcs began to adopt this name as their own, turning it from an exonym into their own term for themselves.		Left aimless and in crisis, many of the orcs began to depart their clans in search of opportunities elsewhere. Quite a few found work as mercenaries, using their years of experience in service to the cities of Ishtar, which were at this point still frequently at war with each other. Impressed by their prowess, the Ishtarans gave the orcs the name "shubugal", or worthy soldiers. Gradually the orcs began to adopt this name as their own, turning it from an exonym into their own term for themselves.

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	The Shubugal played an influential role in defending Ishtar against the Viridian conquests under the Sun King, [[Avus Salonius IV\|Avus IV]]. Though too few in number to defend the disorganized cities from the advancing legions of the Dominion, the Shubugal were a significant factor in Viridia's abandonment of its conquests in {{Year\|6410}}. Well-trained Shubugal troops harassed the legions during the occupation, striking at Viridian encampments before retreating back into the arid regions between the rivers.		The Shubugal played an influential role in defending Ishtar against the Viridian conquests under the Sun King, [[Avus Salonius IV\|Avus IV]]. Though too few in number to defend the disorganized cities from the advancing legions of the Dominion, the Shubugal were a significant factor in Viridia's abandonment of its conquests in {{Year\|6410}}. Well-trained Shubugal troops harassed the legions during the occupation, striking at Viridian encampments before retreating back into the arid regions between the rivers.

	== ~~Geographical location~~ ==		== Location ==
	Nearly all Shubugal reside in Ishtar. Clans typically set up seasonal camps in the central regions between [[River Qaro]] and [[River Qes]], maintaining a distance from major cities. Individual Shubugal and mercenary warbands are frequently found in the cities, however, finding work or trading before returning to their clan's camps. Outside of Ishtar the Shubugal orcs are quite uncommon, though some have left over the centuries for [[Druzda]], the [[Arrajan Wilds]], the [[Western Coast]], or other nearby parts of the world.		Nearly all Shubugal reside in Ishtar. Clans typically set up seasonal camps in the central regions between [[River Qaro]] and [[River Qes]], maintaining a distance from major cities. Individual Shubugal and mercenary warbands are frequently found in the cities, however, finding work or trading before returning to their clan's camps. Outside of Ishtar the Shubugal orcs are quite uncommon, though some have left over the centuries for [[Druzda]], the [[Arrajan Wilds]], the [[Western Coast]], or other nearby parts of the world.

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	The '''Shubugal''' {{Pronunciation\|shoo-boo-GALL}} are an orcish people that ~~lives~~ primarily in [[Ishtar]]. In the great orcish migrations out of eastern [[Thadria]], when most went north to the lands now known as [[Druzda]], the Shubugal instead traveled south into Ishtar. Fusing their traditions and cultural practices with those of the Ishtarans, the orcs quickly earned a reputation as elite mercenaries, lending their experience as formation fighting experts to the disparate cities of the region.		The '''Shubugal''' {{Pronunciation\|shoo-boo-GALL}} are an orcish people that live primarily in [[Ishtar]]. In the great orcish migrations out of eastern [[Thadria]], when most went north to the lands now known as [[Druzda]], the Shubugal instead traveled south into Ishtar. Fusing their traditions and cultural practices with those of the Ishtarans, the orcs quickly earned a reputation as elite mercenaries, lending their experience as formation fighting experts to the disparate cities of the region.

	== History ==		== History ==

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	[[Category:Orcs]]		[[Category:Orcs]]
	[[Category:~~Ethnicities~~]]		[[Category:Heritages]]
	[[Category:Orcs/~~Ethnicities~~]]		[[Category:Orcs/Heritages]]
	[[Category:Ishtar]]		[[Category:Ishtar]]