Post by Papa Cain on Sept 10, 2013 0:38:30 GMT -5
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Planet/Moon Application
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Planet/Moon's Name = Da'goh ( Dah-Go )
If a Moon, Moon to what planet? = Javos
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History =
When the first settlers came to Javos, there were a few groups who were not exactly thrilled with the new world or technological advances. After hearing rumors of a moon with even more land masses, they got together and made way to the new moon. Settling on one of Javos' moons, it was soon being called Da'goh (Da-Go). The name stemming from Javos outsiders not understanding thick accents when the people of Da'goh said they loved on The God's moon. The Da'goh moon was made up of new and interesting animal and plant life. A beautiful place for nature lovers indeed.
The original settlers of Da'goh broke into three main settlements. The first, were very against the oncoming new technologies. So much they reverted back into a tribal living. They would forgo any and all technology and live off the land. Hunters who respected the nature they lived. No one hunted for fun, but survival. If they killed an animal, they gave prayer, thanked their gods, and used it fully. Their furs, skins, bones, and meat. Nothing was thrown away. They built their own tools and lived a very natural and spiritual way of life. They came to build villages in the canopy of the forests, a top trees as tall if not taller than a red wood tree, keeping them safe from the man ground dwelling creatures of the forest. They took on the name Noteka (No-Tek-Ah) Tribe, though most outsiders have come to simply call them Tree Folk. The only items they have for barter are the things they hunt and gather. Bone tools and jewelery, animal skin and fur clothing and blankets as well as the unique wild plants for the Da'goh forest. Their weapons are fashioned from the tusks of a Borsk. Swords, knives, axe's, arrows, spears etc. The tusk of a Borsk can be as harder to break than a sword, and just as sharp. When on the ground they travel on the backs of what they call "Hell Hounds" or " War Dogs".
The second settlers moved to the swamps of Da'goh. The original seven families that went to the swamp, while not wanting to be as advanced as the new world wanted to be, did not want to go completely with out technology as the Noteka Tribe did. Also, while they live in houses made in trees some what similar to the Noteka's, the trees of the swamp lands are much smaller in comparison making houses usually only a few stories off the ground, if not built in to the trunks. The original seven families were lead to the swamps and settled there by a woman only known to outsiders as Mama Jusi ( Ju-Sai ).
With her came knowledge of old world Haitian Voodoo. As houses went up and spread through the swamps, they called their settlement, Lotek (Lo-Tech) City. While all sorts of walks of life have come from and been raised in Lotek City, it is easy to say the city has produced a majority of two types of citizens. Doctors and chefs. Both coming from the use of the wild vegetation found in the swamps that make for some amazing spice and if cultured right can make holistic medicine like you would not believe. Those who have taken to learn the ways of Mama Jusi and he voodoo knowledge, the vegetation, and a very spiritual nature they share with the Noteka's, the citizens of Lotek City who practice voodoo, practice it more in a Shaman like fashion. Only looking to heal and help those who are sick and in need. Not to say there are not a bad egg or two who could use such skills in harmful ways. Lotek City has kept their old world ways when it comes to a Cajun style cooking. You can expect if you meet a Lotek citizen, they want you to make their food spicier.
The third group of settlers were not as anti technology as the other two, but were more wanting to keep their way of living. They descend form a cross breed of pacific islander traditions and customs blended with a bit of technology to make their living in the new word as comfortable as it once was in the old world. While swimming one day one of the group discovered just how deep the islands of Da'goh are and found caves leading into the center of the island from below. With the use of technology, they were able to create a stable living system from inside and they call this " Kama-Kama Village ". Rooting from the Hawaiian word " Kama’aina ", meaning a local island resident, whether native or someone who now lives on the island. If you find yourself near Shaka Ocean, home of the Kama-Kama Village island and come across a villager, don't be surprised if you hear them say, " Ma La Hinit " or in other words, not a native islander. There culture is a very wet one to say the least. Main form of trade is seafood. They make jewelry from fish bones and seashells as well that look almost steampunk in appearance. Jetski's, surfboards, their boats and were adapted to hover and or fly.
Present =
Generations later the three original settlements still exist and are still very peaceful to one another. However, there are more outsiders now than there use to be. The reason for this is that " Playable Character " made a deal with the three settlements to open the Da'goh Hotel and Tourism Center which is a multi floor hotel renting rooms to vacationers looking to see the sights, restaurants,activities and the like. It also houses 3 floors of markets that Da'goh settlers run to sell their trades and crafts to outsiders. This in particular helped the Noteka tribe expand their bartering with more then the people they already deal with from Lotek City and Kama-Kama Village, as they do not ever leave Da'goh. " Playable Character " was also allowed to open Star Island, a 5 Star resort out in the middle of Polu Lani.
*Note*
" Playable Character " is open for grabs. He can be anyone. Current thoughts on this would be some evil minded ceo for possible sl's to come. Someone like Lex Luther. Someone who at face value is a good person of the community and at the same time trying to rule the world kind of guy. Or gal. Just a thought. Open for talks.
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Weather =
Da'goh rarely see's temperatures low enough to cause snow though it may happen. Winter for Dag'ph is more so a " Rainy Season ". In particular, in the swamps. Winter can cause high flood volumes. Durring the summer the highest it gets is in the mid 90's and lowest is 50's. Fall nights can get down to mid 40's, ans winter push the mid 30's but usually stay above.
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Local Attractions =
Da'goh Hotel and Tourism Center =
Star Island =
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Scenery =
The Forest =
The Islands/Beaches =
The Jungles =
The Swamps =
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Wild Life =
- Forest-
Borsk =
A wild boar with multiple tusk and the size of a Great Dane. Mean vicious animals that typically are found by themselves not in packs, and will readily attack if you get too close for it's comfort. If you see one it's best to simply stay as far away from it as you can.
Golden Forest Hen =
Forest Fowl. About the size of a turkey. Noteka's primary trade as wild Golden Forest Hen (free range at it's finest) taste better than a chemically grown Golden Hen. The Noteka also call them " T.A.D.s " or Taddy's. When the Noteka tribe settled and went on their first hunt in the forests, it is said the following conversation took place.
Man A: " Is that... a chicken ? "
Man B: Not sure what you call it... I call it some " Tasty Ass Dinner "
Horned Wolf =
About the size of a St. Bernard, so smaller than Kerb. However they have horns like a ram in which they use to attack prey.
Kerb =
Called " Hell Hounds" and War Dogs" by the Noteka Tribe. A wolf like creature the size of a horse. Take a long time to properly train a Kerb but once done they are loyal for life. Used by the Noteka tribe as they are fast and able to sniff out and track prey for miles in the forests of Da'gah.
Flying Ringtail =
Flying Ringtail Monkey, while not a nocturnal creature do have excellent night vision. They tend to hang around Noteka homes and for the most part are harmless however are mischievous. Curious nature has been known to see a Ringtail steal many sorts of items from Notekas and even more strangers who happen to travel through Noteka Forest. They stick to a grub and fruit diet. They glide from tree to tree, hence their name.
- Island/Beach/Ocean-
Aloha Fish =
Named such for the first time Kama-Kama fisherman saw one it was flying past their face and the fisherman said " Aloha " as it went by. Vertical nets are used to catch them as they "fly". Now most islanders call them "Flappers"
Blue Orca = Friendly. So to speak. More like, these whales just don't care about people. They never attack, they don't run away. They simply drift through the great big blue.
Fang Whale =
This whale for the most part looks like, except for it's rigid spine and fanged like teeth, looks like a humpback whale. However it travels the water like a great white shark.
Green Squid =
Not to much different from that of your average squid except it's green skin tone, squirts red ink, and is only about the size of a large jelly fish. Squid is commonly served fried up and wrapped around a stick in the Kama-Kama Tribe's village.
Plamingo =
Reminder's of Flamingo of the past due to it's pink color, Plamingo's are not anything like Flamingos. They are birds of prey. They use their beaks like pelicans, catching small fish in them as they flay across the Ocean's surface. For large fish, they fly down and use their talons like a Hawk or Eagle. The Kama-Kama call them " Pinky's."
- Jungles -
Leopard Koi =
Very similar to that of the snow leopard back from Original Earth, though as one can see from the name and look of the wild cat of Da'goh, this creature also has the ability to swim as smoothly as a fish. Typically keeps to itself and will not bother people unless they feel threatened.
Poison Jungle Turtle =
Size and color of a poison frog, complete look of a sea turtle. However they do crawl a little more like a frog and can be found stuck all over the trees of the jungles. Not uncommon to hear stories of people licking them to get high.
Rainbow Tailed Monkey =
Characteristics of an Orangutan. Poacher's tend to kill them for their tails. They like to stick to the upper canopy of the jungle and shy around people. As long as you show no sign of attacking to them, they'll be likely to lounge around with you in their presence. They don't steal like the Ringtail monkeys but they will eventually come for it if you hold long enough.
Red Furred Rat =
They look and are the size of a common Red Squirrel, but have the teeth, tail, and attitude of a rat.
Savage Tooth =
A mix of prehistoric Sabretooth tiger, and lion, this animal certainly is unquestioned as Da'goh's king of the jungle. It's average size is 50% bigger than a common lion and is known to be more nocturnal. Savage Tooth's and many other animals are reasons tourists are reminded to stay away from the jungle after the sun goes down. This creature will hunt down it's prey until it gets it, or dies trying. If seen, run or do not hesitate to strike first.
- Swamp -
Hydra Snake =
Named from the myth, but thankfully their heads don't grow back. A commonly hunted creature of Lotek Hougan's and Mambo's, for their unique venom. Commonly. the left heads carry a poisons venom that will eventually put you through a heart attack. The head on the right cause paralysis. Commonly referred to as a " Drop ya and Stop ya" method.
Little Rex =
For all purposes, the Little Rex, Lil' Rex, or Rexy, looks just like a Tyrannosaurs Rex, except, it's about the size of a kitten. It extremely skittish. Typically they go running from the site of well anything bigger than it is.
Mud Crawlers =
Taste like catfish, half the size, and typically feed on insects but have been known to eat animals their size and smaller.
Swamp Gator =
Citizens of Lotek City have always been around swamp gators. Even here on this new moon they have them. They saw no reason to give it a new name. They just call it " Gator ".
Swamp Hoppers =
They look like a bird yes but they are all fish. Fins long enough to make them get a few feet, hence the name. Stick to an all insect diet. Most commonly found in the shores of Swamp Rivers or near very shallow waters.
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Vegetation =
- Forest -
Night Lights =
Like those of their underwater brothers, this plant comes out of hiding and illuminates. But if touched, it's leaves will retract back into the plant.
Orange Berry=
A cocoon of leaves wrap around and produce an orange colored, pear sized grape and twice as juicy. Hanging from trees like Bananas.
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Lobster Tails =
A flower commonly used for medicine. A cousin of the Aloe plant.
Palm Trap =
Named for it's palm tree like leaves that look like they should be a Venus Fly Trap, this plant is actually a Cacti. It produces an Orange Squash like plant in it's trunk but tastes like buttered potatoes.
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Moon Fruit = Moon Fruit: A member of the melon family. Grows with a thick vine holding it like ivy on the side of a wall. Named for the fact that at night, when the moon is at it's highest, the juice inside begins to glow and causes the rest of the partially transparent surface of the melon to do so as well. Giving the Moon Fruit a lunar halo effect. It is because of this effect the people of Lotek City refer to it sometimes as "Fruit of the Loas" or "Fruit of the Gods" during their Hougan's ceremonies. It tastes like that of a very sweetened blue berries.
It was later to be discovered that the vine, once severed stiffened like a branch, (and called Luna Sticks) and was very brittle. The vine itself and the juice when drank alone cause no problems. However with time, it was discovered that when the vine dried and were to fall into the juice, it would dissolve into it like sugar. Once it dissolves in the juice a chemical reaction was made from the vine making the juice highly hallucinogenic.
When the first wave came, Lotek City kept the knowledge of such fruit secret from the rest of the At-Verse. As they thought it a blessed fruit due to it's lunar eclipse effect, only Hougans (High Priests) and Mambos (High Priestess) were allowed to drink from it and only did so during ceremonies. It was unknown the more they drink, the more they passed on slightly evolved genetics to their children.
The second generation of Lotek Hougan's and Mambo's had shown to have minds open to learn. They picked up skills, knowledge, languages just partaking in or watching activities. Learning in advanced rate. Those in Lotek City who believed all should be able to learn, decided to begin selling the fruit to travelers and eventually when the Da'goh Hotel and Tourism Center opened, in their markets. This spread the fruit all the way through the At-Verse.
The discovery of the "Luna Sticks" enhancing their Moon Juice was not until the third generation. The first time anyone had done this was a Hougan by the name of Josias. He had dropped a vine in only to watch it melt a way. Tasting the Moon Juice, it had sweetened. This encouraged him to put in many, many additional vines into his drink. What happened next know one knows if it truly happened or was all made up in passing of cautionary tales. The word is, Josias, was hit so hard by the hallucinogenic compound that is said he described his "vision" with strange detail.
- " At first I saw myself. I floated in de clouds above watchin' my own self. I could'nah hear myself no matter how loud I scream. Everywhere I look.. was blue fog. So much even de sunlight was blue. Then as de fog rolled away I saw dem. De invisibles I tell you. Dey warned me . We have to hide de fruit from outsiders. Da fruit was going to help us talk to de invisibles. Help us see dem. So we can help dem get to where dey had to go. "
Record goes to show Josias had gone into a coma for three days and fore mentioned is what he recalled of his experience. That's when Lotek stopped selling to outsiders. It wasn't till years later outsiders realized the hallucinogenic effects and "Luna Sticks" became outlawed for purchase or consumption. Making it become a high priced item in the black market.
After the fourth generation was born and raised on Moon Juice, it was noted not only their mind was open, but their bodies. It was noted that some of the fourth generations senses were so heightened, they could hear the lost souls from the other side crying for their help.
Outside of Lotek City, through out the At-Verse, those who did not properly regulate themselves when using "Luna Sticks", became quickly addicted. There were multiple stages.
1. Those who did not frequent use would see a blue tint when they drank Moon Juice and mellow them out.
2. Casual users eventually began to hallucinate and each trip was different. Some fantasy some nightmares.
3. More than casual users started having out of body experiences that would leave them in a trance like state ( They call this "Eclipsing" ). If you reached this state, specks of green would start showing in your eyes.
4. Daily users would go into trances that lasted days , even weeks depending on how much they abused it.
5. Addicts, got to a point that when using, or not using, they still were seeing and hearing things. Shades of blue could flicker on and off. Driving the abuser eventually insane. One's that far call are usually referred to by people as " Lunies" ( looney's )
Venus Vines =
A mushroom plant that also captures insects like the Venus Fly Trap with it's sweet scented vines. Grow about as big as a small bush. The vines are not eaten but can be dipped in food and or drinks to sweeten the taste.
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Butterfly Flower =
A purple flower that is common near swamp like areas
Lava Ball plant =
Called that for the hot sap that it produces. The Pods have a hard husk that smell like skunk but if you can put up with that, the citrus pulp in the middle is quite a divine taste. Commonly used for jams, and smoothie like drinks.
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Tech
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Noteka Bow Blade and Knife =
The bow itself is a two swords that twist and connect together. Making it usable as dual swords or a bow as well as able to swing at an enemy and still do harm if said enemy gets to close for the long range action of the bow. A well trained Noteka tribesman can accurately hit a quarter sized target up to 100 yards.
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E.H.G =
The Electric Harpoon Gun or simply a Harpoon among Kama-Kama. For most fish, Kama-Kama simply use you common fishing rods. However, if you're hunting bigger game, this gun comes in handy. Once the harpoon pierces it's target, a flip of a switch will shock it just enough to kill it with out making it inedible.
Flying Ship =
The Ocean's of Da'goh have many islands. To get around such a problem, the Kama-Kama took their boats to the sky. They can as high as the clouds. They can not be used to leave Da'goh and fly to another planet or moon.
Hoverboards =
Surfboards that have been modified with hovering devices and jets. They only hover around three inches off the ground. They have a max speed of 5 miles. The Kama-Kama call them "Sky Surfers".
Watergates =
Water gates help keep the hidden caves of the Kama-Kama islands dry. Stopping the water from coming in and drowning them. In addition they pull oxygen from the water and make sure the Kama-Kama can survive in their hideaway towns.
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Sonic Bug Repellant =
Wristbands that create a sonic tune not picked up by human ears that repel insects. Most commonly worn in the swamps to keep leaches at bay. People of Lotek City have similar devices in disc and or standing rod forms to keep the many insects of the swamp out of their houses.
Stun Glove =
The glove is worn by those looking to tangle with the wild. The rubber and hard shell are strong enough to protect an arm from the bite of a young gators. most animals smaller than or weaker than will not bight through. Though you may want to look out for claws. The stun device will then make them unconscious. Like a padded suit for training attack dogs, is expected for the wearer to hold their arm up for an animal to bite down onto.
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A full grown may still crush through. Even if doesn't, it does not mean a gator won't rip your arm off or roll you in the waters.
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Local Lingo
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Family Trees
-Lotek City-
*1st Gen =
- Juci de Vergès ( Mama Juci ) (Widow)
2nd Gen ( open )=
3rd Gen ( open ) =
4th Gen =
- Qayin de Vergès - ( While not in the history, I am open to siblings )
*Note*
Other founding familes be it in the Kama-Kama Village, Noteka Tribe, or Lotek City are open and up for grabs
* Additional Notes*
I'm fine with this as a moon or a planet. Based on my understandings of the other planets I just did not think it fit in on any them but if everyone thinks this would be better as one of the other planets I am fine with that. It doesn't really change the history in anyway. I don't mind if the animals are on other planets/moons. Though I would like the more exotic ones ( Flying ringtail, Fang Whale, Plamingo, Leopard Koi, Posion Jungle Turtle, Rainbow Tailed Monkey, Savage Tooth, and Hydra) to be specifically known as Da'goh animals. Not to say some, specially Flying Ringtals and Poision Jungle Turtle ( Cause they're so damn cute ) have been bred and sold to people to take to other places. As for other animals. I have plenty. I plan to put them up on the voting boards for people to use as they please. Put where you want. Some I love but just don't see here on Da'goh. This Moon or Planet, is officially up for full discussion. If anyone wants to write fully descriptions on these animals, plants, tech, etc I'm certainly open and even more so, open to having additional animals, plants, tech added by others. If this is a planet, or even as a moon, remember. I described the settling families and cultures. Not to say there isn't more cities, villages, sea towns etc around. As this entire group is about voting process ( and I really do love this process more than I do a council of Mod's who say no cause they don't know what you want, or just don't like it) I'm all for voting new stuff in. Nothing has to be up to me. I just ask to hear my input. Thank you and good day.