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== The Curse == | == The Curse == | ||
'''The Curse''' is a vampiric affliction placed upon the [[Valorèin/High Valorèin|High Valorèin]] following their rebellion against the [[Sherok]]. This tragic legacy affects adult Valorèin, forcing them to consume blood for survival. While once a proud and pure race, the [[High Valorèin|High Valorèin's]] defiance led to their fall, the ravaging of their society, and enslavement under the [[Malisik]] | '''The Curse''' is a vampiric affliction placed upon the [[Valorèin/High Valorèin|High Valorèin]] following their rebellion against the [[Sherok]]. This tragic legacy affects adult Valorèin, forcing them to consume blood for survival. While once a proud and pure race, the [[High Valorèin|High Valorèin's]] defiance led to their fall, the ravaging of their society, and led to temporary enslavement under the [[Malisik]], [[Morai|Malismorai]], and his other overlords. | ||
=== Origins === | === Origins === | ||
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=== The Shemèin === | === The Shemèin === | ||
Valorèin who become '''[[Shemèin]]''' do not merely succumb to the | Valorèin who become '''[[Shemèin]]''' do not merely succumb to '''the Curse'''—they embrace it. By giving in to "the creature," they willingly surrender to the darker aspects of their being. These individuals forsake [[Call of Itslémwé|The Call of Itslémwé]], the guiding force of the afterlife, and instead embrace the abyssal darkness of [[Gozog’nok]]. | ||
* '''Transformation''': Shemèin lose their psionic bond to the [[Vistrum]], cutting them off from the emotional and sensory connection shared by other Valorèin. | * '''Transformation''': Shemèin lose their psionic bond to the [[Vistrum]], cutting them off from the emotional and sensory connection shared by other [[Valorèin]]. | ||
* '''Unholy | * '''Unholy Cost''': While they gain increased mental power, this comes at the cost of their humanity, physical strength, compassion, and morality. | ||
* '''Exile and Danger''': Shemèin are seen as a grave threat to Valorèin society. Most are exiled or hunted, as their acceptance of the Curse makes them | * '''Exile and Danger''': Shemèin are seen as a grave threat to Valorèin society. Most are exiled or hunted, as their acceptance of the Curse makes them dangerous and an affront to their culture. | ||
=== Alleviation === | === Alleviation === | ||
The Curse has no easy cure, but there are two known methods to mitigate its effects: | '''The Curse''' has no easy cure, but there are two known methods to mitigate its effects: | ||
* '''[[The Ulèum]]''': An intimate bonding ritual that strengthens the connection between two mates of [[Valorik Species]] or [[Near-Valorik Species]]. This practice is considered both sacred and taboo. | * '''[[The Ulèum]]''': An intimate and sensual bonding ritual that strengthens the connection between two mates of [[Valorik Species]] or [[Near-Valorik Species]]. This practice is considered both sacred and taboo. | ||
* '''The Binding''': A mystical ceremony that intertwines the minds and souls of two individuals, creating a deep spiritual bond known as the [[Soul-Tether]]. Bound individuals are resistant to the Curse's ravages. | * [[The Binding (Valorèin)|'''The Binding''']]: A mystical ceremony that intertwines the minds and souls of two individuals, creating a deep spiritual bond known as the [[Soul-Tether]]. Bound individuals are resistant to the Curse's ravages. | ||
=== Cultural Impact === | === Cultural Impact === | ||