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The '''Free Species''' are a classification of sentient, often mortal species within [[ | The '''Free Species''' are a classification of sentient, often mortal species within [[Lethurîa]] that remain spiritually independent of the corruptive dominion of [[Malis]]. They are marked by their rejection of infernal servitude to [[Malis]] and their sovereignty. All were conceived as children of the [[Meera|Mother]] and [[Merrik|Father]], birthed into existence to fulfill their divine purpose and uphold [[Divine Law]]. | ||
Though some Free Species have warred amongst themselves, they are generally united in their rejection of Malis and his followers. Several formerly corrupted peoples, such as the [[ | Though some Free Species have warred amongst themselves, they are generally united in their rejection of Malis and his followers. Several formerly corrupted peoples, such as the [[Zekerin]], have earned redemption and are recognized as Free Species once more. | ||
== Defining Traits == | == Defining Traits == | ||
* '''Spiritual Allegiance''': All Free Species are spiritually affiliated with the noble spirit tribes of [[Kiitikon]], [[Volamin]], [[Haavolin]], or [[ | * '''Spiritual Allegiance''': All Free Species are spiritually affiliated with the noble spirit tribes of [[Kiitikon]], [[Volamin]], [[Haavolin]], or [[Elesîa]]. They stand in opposition to those corrupted or claimed by Malis. | ||
* '''Freedom Through Redemption''': Some species, such as the [[ | * '''Freedom Through Redemption''': Some species, such as the [[Zekerin]], once fell under Malis's influence but have since been redeemed and reclaimed their spiritual autonomy. | ||
* '''Mortal Majority''': Most Free Species are mortal, but a number of fringe immortals and redeemed divine beings are also counted among them. | * '''Mortal Majority''': Most Free Species are mortal, but a number of fringe immortals and redeemed divine beings are also counted among them. | ||
* '''Cultural Sovereignty''': Free Species evolve culturally and philosophically without the spiritual governance of Malis. Their beliefs, rituals, and societal structures are uniquely their own, though many still uphold ancient divine traditions. | * '''Cultural Sovereignty''': Free Species evolve culturally and philosophically without the spiritual governance of Malis. Their beliefs, rituals, and societal structures are uniquely their own, though many still uphold ancient divine traditions. | ||
== Relationship with the Divine Family == | == Relationship with the Divine Family == | ||
Free Species are regarded with love and dignity by the [[Divine Family]]. They are considered among the children of the [[Meera | Free Species are regarded with love and dignity by the [[Divine Family]]. They are considered among the children of the [[Meera|Mother]] and [[Merrik|Father]], and while all of their offspring may be born with divine potential, only those who remain spiritually free of corruption retain the title of “Free.” | ||
They are encouraged by the Divine Family to grow, flourish, and ascend, often serving as champions, chosen ones, or guardians in the ever-unfolding struggle against the legions of Malis. | They are encouraged by the Divine Family to grow, flourish, and ascend, often serving as champions, chosen ones, or guardians in the ever-unfolding struggle against the legions of Malis. | ||
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== Historical Conflicts == | == Historical Conflicts == | ||
* After the [[First War ( | * After the [[The First War (Lethurîa)]], some Free Species clashed among themselves in lingering tribal or political disputes. | ||
* During the [[ | * During the [[Valorîin Rebellion]], nearly all Free Species united under a singular cause, setting aside their grudges to combat the encroaching darkness. | ||
* The beginning of the [[One War ( | * The beginning of the [[One War (Lethurîa)]] marked a significant turning point where Free Species acted in almost unanimous defiance of Malis. | ||
== Gray Zones and Corruption == | == Gray Zones and Corruption == | ||
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* Cults and heresies formed within otherwise Free species. | * Cults and heresies formed within otherwise Free species. | ||
* The [[Grand | * The [[Grand Tîran Empire]], whose internal corruption serves as a cautionary tale. | ||
* Villages or provinces that willingly forsake Divine Law for forbidden power. | * Villages or provinces that willingly forsake Divine Law for forbidden power. | ||
== Notable Free Species == | == Notable Free Species == | ||
Below is a list of confirmed Free Species throughout [[ | Below is a list of confirmed Free Species throughout [[Lethurîa]], formatted in a four-column table for easier reading. | ||
{| class="wikitable sortable" | {| class="wikitable sortable" | ||
!Species Name | !Species Name | ||
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!Notes | !Notes | ||
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|[[ | |[[Athîthîin]] | ||
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|[[Dorgûmok]] | |[[Dorgûmok]] | ||
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|[[Dursh’lon]] | |[[Dursh’lon]] | ||
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|[[ | |[[Elesîin]] | ||
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|[[ | |[[Hamtîrîin]] | ||
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|[[Harthin]] | |[[Harthin]] | ||
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|[[ | |[[Hembrigîin]] | ||
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|[[ | |[[Hîpmik]] | ||
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|[[ | |[[Jak’ratîin]] | ||
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|[[ | |[[Koltoynîin]] | ||
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|[[Lizoy’in]] | |[[Lizoy’in]] | ||
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|[[ | |[[Lûdokrîin]] | ||
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|[[ | |[[Notorîin]] | ||
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|[[Ozkarik]] | |[[Ozkarik]] | ||
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|[[ | |[[Ozhîkin]] | ||
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|[[Kwin’herin]] | |[[Kwin’herin]] | ||
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|[[ | |[[Kwinerîin]] | ||
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|[[Sherok]] | |[[Sherok]] | ||
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|[[Skozarak]] | |[[Skozarak]] | ||
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|[[ | |[[Skozîrîin]] | ||
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|[[ | |[[Tîran]] | ||
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|[[ | |[[Tenzolîin]] | ||
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|[[ | |[[Valorîin]] | ||
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|[[ | |[[Vâthîin]] | ||
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|[[Vongûmok]] | |[[Vongûmok]] | ||
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|[[ | |[[Vorogîin]] | ||
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|[[ | |[[Zekerin]] | ||
|Redeemed species,<br>formerly under Malis. | |Redeemed species,<br>formerly under Malis. | ||
|[[ | |[[Zekorîin]] | ||
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|[[ | |[[Zhederin]] | ||
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* Free Species often retain generational memories of divine encounters, passed down through oral traditions or crystal-encoded scripture. | * Free Species often retain generational memories of divine encounters, passed down through oral traditions or crystal-encoded scripture. | ||
* The title "Free" is not an official legal designation, but rather a spiritual and cultural one recognized across all faithful societies of | * The title "Free" is not an official legal designation, but rather a spiritual and cultural one recognized across all faithful societies of Lethurîa. | ||
* Many Free Species refer to the corrupted races as the "Chained" or "Fallen," though this is considered derogatory by some interspecies councils. | * Many Free Species refer to the corrupted races as the "Chained" or "Fallen," though this is considered derogatory by some interspecies councils. | ||
* Several Free Species have developed psionic or biological defenses specifically to resist the influence of Malis. | * Several Free Species have developed psionic or biological defenses specifically to resist the influence of Malis. | ||
[[Category: | [[Category:Lethurîa universe]] | ||
[[Category:Organizations]] | [[Category:Organizations]] | ||