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Naivatkal
 
PostPosted: Thu, Mar 21 2013, 21:08 PM 

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The following is written upon a sheet of exquisite vellum, the writing contained therein is unmistakably that of Zrae'a'stra'fryn. Each letter is skillfully crafted, the handwriting fine and flowing and overall pleasing to the eye. At the bottom, in the center, is the image of a spider posed in the center of it's web, the front two legs are instead arms with hands holding a whip and a longsword. The eyes of the spider are blood colored, though the ink is infused with darkvision powder so that when looked upon in darkness they glow. Otherwise the rest of the parchment is filled with writing, save the margins.

It is prominently posted inside of the foyer of the Temple as well as the idol room and study.


Temple Rankings

Ul'ath'tallar (Arch High Priestess of Lolth)
Zrae'a'stra'fryn

Yath'tallar (High Priestess of Lolth)
Miz'ri Ussen d'Vhid

Yathrin (Priestess of Lolth)
Sel'rinia [NPC]

Honorary Yathrin (Matrons of the Council)


Yath'abban (Temple Agent of Lolth)


Oloth’Sutrinos (Commander of the Spider Guard)
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Temple Leshti (Temple Assistants)
Jabbress d'l'Orbb


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Yath'abban (Temple Agent)

    Yath'abban Requirements:
  • Must be female and deemed pure in the Dread Queen's image (// ie female and full drow only).
  • Must be able to cast basic spells granted by Lolth (// ie first circle spells at least).
  • Must demonstrate a satisfactory knowledge of the Queen's dogma (// ie at least the basic information).
  • Must pledge themselves in service to Lolth.

    Yath'abban Responsibilities:
  • Will at all times seek the betterment of their knowledge of Lolth's Will.
  • Will show proper respect due to those of higher ranking, and make sure of necessary titles.
  • Will obey commands issued from their superiors.
  • Will patrol the city, and generally be on alert at all times, for signs of heresy and violators of the laws.
  • Will also aid in the care of the spiders of the Temple and city.

Yath'abbanen are drow who have at one point in their development begun to serve the Yath instead of pursuing the more mundane vocations. Temple Agents are sent on low-importance missions for Yathrinen or Yath'tallaren in order to test their skills and devotion to Lloth. Especially talented or devout Yath'abbanen can be chosen by a Yathrin to be a personal assistant. Yath'abbanen can expect to run errands, undertake missions, and sometimes fight for the Yath. They should complete these things with vigor and determination.

Note: There is no limit on the number of Yath'abbanen within the Temple's ranks.

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Yathrin (Priestess)

    Yathrin Requirements:
  • Must meet the basic requirements of a Yath'abban.
  • Must be competent of relaying their in-depth knowledge of Lolth's Will.
  • Must be capable of casting the spells Resurrection and Destruction.
  • Must complete other duties and requirements as decreed.
  • Must successfully complete a test given by a Yath'tallar or the Ul'ath'tallar herself.

    Yathrin Responsibilities:
  • Will serve the Dread Queen first. Actions taken in her name hold precedence over other responsibilites.
  • Will at all times seek the betterment of their knowledge of Lolth's Will.
  • Will show proper respect due to those of higher ranking, and make sure of necessary titles.
  • Will obey the commands issued by the Yath'tallar and Ul'ath'tallar.
  • Will continue to patrol the city, and generally be on alert at all times, for signs of heresy and violators of the laws.
  • Will continue to aid in the care of the spiders of the Temple and city.
  • will conduct sacrifices and ceremonies in the name of the all-powerful Lolth, and seek to train the Yath'abban in their ways and rites.
  • Has the right to induct new priestesses to the rank of Yath'abban through testing, no higher.

A Yathrin is a priestess of Lloth, committed to upholding the tenants of the faith. Priestesses, through their ceremonies and other activities, assist in teaching the newer members the rules and expectations. Yathrinen must constantly seek to interpret the whims of the Spider Queen and act to fulfill those expectations. Yathrinen are also responsible for maintaining order and adherence to the old ways, being constantly alert to the possibility of corruption by heretics, and advancing the will of Lloth. Yathrinen should make efforts to research and document the Way of Lloth and document several rituals for future reference.

Note: There may only be seven Yathrinen at one time. Matrons of the noble houses are granted honorary status as Yathrin unless they hold a higher rank already.

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Yath'tallar (High Priestess)

    Yath'tallar Requirements:
  • Must meet the basic requirements of a Yathrin.
  • Must have a firm grasp of Lolth's Will, and Her edicts.
  • Must be capable of casting the spells Implosion and Energy Drain.
  • Must be capable of wielding Lolth's divine power above and beyond that of the average priestess.
  • Must have performed a satisfactory number of living sacrifices.
  • Must be able to demonstrate the ability to lead the Temple and root out heresy.
  • Must complete other duties and requirements as decreed.
  • Must successfully complete a test given by the Ul'ath'tallar, or someone appointed by her.

    Yath'tallar Responsibilities:
  • Will serve the Dread Queen first. Actions taken in her name hold precedence over other responsibilites.
  • Will at all times seek the betterment of their knowledge of Lolth's Will. Even a Yath'tallar has much to learn from the mighty Valsharess.
  • Will assist the Ul'ath'tallar and other Yath'tallaren in running the Temple.
  • Will regularly seek to watch and train the lower priestesses.
  • Will oversee the guidance of the city, ensuring that it does not sway from Lolth's decrees.
  • Will bring the Wrath of the Valsharess upon those that seek to corrupt Her ways.
  • Has the right to induct new priestesses to the rank of Yath'abban through testing, no higher.
  • Has the right to raise a priestess to the rank of Yathrin through testing, no higher.

Yath'tallaren are very, very powerful drow. The dictates of Lloth are delivered via proxy through the Yath'tallaren, and these dictates should be enforced to the best of their ability. Their main duty besides instructing the Yathrinen is to ensure that the Will of Lloth is properly discerned and maintained.

Note: There may only be three Yath'tallaren at one time.

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Kyorl’d’Orbb (Spider Guard)

The Spider Guard consists of only the most honored males, those who hold perfect adherence to Lolthite society. They perform as role models for others to follow. They have many duties all of them involving service to the Arach’tinilith and only the priestesses of Lolth. They guard the Temple and most importantly the priestesses. Only the most dedicated males are accepted, and none that have been guilty of unruly actions in the past.

Under the direction of the priestesses they patrol the streets of the city to insure that the populace is in perfect discipline.

    The Ul’ath’tallar has ultimate authority over the Kyorl’d’Orbb. These are the requirements:
  • Must be male and deemed pure in the Dread Queen's standards (ie male and full drow only)
  • Must be granted divine spells from Selvetarm
  • Must be capable melee combatants and able to venture through our realm
  • Must be tested by the current ranking Olath’sutrinos
  • Must be tested by the Ul'ath'tallar or the Yath'tallar Council
  • Must pledge themselves in service to the Temple, and by extension Lolth and Selvetarm

Note: Blackguards are accepted only if their powers are from Selvetarm or Lolth. (// Remember that you can get help with this via rituals and such from the PCs or DMs if you want to go this path)

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In addition, the following are allowed to keep their heads covered when within the Temple when they see fit. However, the Ul'ath'tallar, and those working under her specific instruction, may ask at any point in time to have a covered removed from any allowed head.
  • The Ul'ath'tallar
  • The Yath'tallaren
  • The female, small in stature, with a spiderweb tattoo on her cheek



// Please no discussion in this thread, it's for IC matters of Temple ranks. It is for the Ul'ath'tallar and Yath'tallaren to post in only.
Sticky this, please!

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Whomst've'll'd'mn't I play:
Salema Nefahri :: A penny for your thots
Zrae'a'stra'fryn :: That which nightmares are made of
Khasir :: From the East a storm is coming


Last edited by Naivatkal on Wed, Aug 31 2016, 2:55 AM, edited 30 times in total.

 
      
LastDragonRider
 
PostPosted: Sun, Jun 09 2013, 5:49 AM 

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Ul'ath'tallar,

The Jalil, N'im Ri'dirra, has passed the test for Yath'abban, may she help us strike the fear of l'Quarval-sharess (Lolth) into the hearts of many, may she remain faithful and free of herecy.

Lolth tlu Malla!!


~Yath'allar Ust'Ilharess Tagnik'zur d'Vilrath.

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Kestrel Swiftwing ~ Warpriest of Tempus
Ilharess Tagnik'zur d'Vilrath ~ l'Har'oloth zhah dro 'sohna!
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Naivatkal
 
PostPosted: Sun, Jun 09 2013, 15:56 PM 

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A pleased looking Ul'ath'tallar makes note of this, updating the rankings with a fresh sheet of parchment. She ensures that every one of the Temple guards know of the newly ranked cleric's name and those from the previous cycle share her description. After she enters the altar room, approaching the sacrificial altar at the idol. Removing a gauntlet she deftly slices her palm, squeezing it to provoke bloodflow to drip onto the cold stone then wiping her hand upon it.

And so, my mighty Queen, more glory is brought to You. Our ranks swell, and so we will gather the faithful priestesses. Mistakes shall not be repeated, nor will failure. Your Will be done through me!

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Whomst've'll'd'mn't I play:
Salema Nefahri :: A penny for your thots
Zrae'a'stra'fryn :: That which nightmares are made of
Khasir :: From the East a storm is coming


 
      
LastDragonRider
 
PostPosted: Wed, Jun 12 2013, 2:43 AM 

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The Shaiith jalil has been granted entrance to the temple as Jabbress d'l'Orbb, Ul'ath'tallar.

~Yah'allar Ust'Ilharess Tagnik'zur d'Vilrath

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Vaeros ~ Forged of Dragonfire
Kestrel Swiftwing ~ Warpriest of Tempus
Ilharess Tagnik'zur d'Vilrath ~ l'Har'oloth zhah dro 'sohna!
Sir Khayri Aphaeleon ~ Avenger of Hoar, Knight of Fort Cystana
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LastDragonRider
 
PostPosted: Tue, Jun 18 2013, 16:10 PM 

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Ul'ath'tallar;

Qara'viena was tested by Yath'abban N'Im as part of her Yathrin training, under ussta supervision. Qara'viena was found suitable to join the ranks of Yath'abban pending dosst approval.

~Yath'allar Ust'Ilharess tagnik'zur d'Vilrath

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Vaeros ~ Forged of Dragonfire
Kestrel Swiftwing ~ Warpriest of Tempus
Ilharess Tagnik'zur d'Vilrath ~ l'Har'oloth zhah dro 'sohna!
Sir Khayri Aphaeleon ~ Avenger of Hoar, Knight of Fort Cystana
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Naivatkal
 
PostPosted: Mon, Jun 24 2013, 4:53 AM 

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On this cycle we welcome Tyri'kiira d'Vilrath into the Queen's Temple under the ranking of Yath'abban. As well, the Valsharess has seen fit to approve N'im d'Vilrath's ascension to the title of Yathrin. May they continue to bring all glory unto Lolth's most honored name.

Lolth tlu malla!

-Ul'ath'tallar Zrae'a'stra'fryn-

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Whomst've'll'd'mn't I play:
Salema Nefahri :: A penny for your thots
Zrae'a'stra'fryn :: That which nightmares are made of
Khasir :: From the East a storm is coming


 
      
Naivatkal
 
PostPosted: Sat, Aug 03 2013, 4:22 AM 

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The postings are refreshed with new copies. However, they hold an additional name.

We welcome yet another priestess into our ranks. G'eld'ardul of House Alean'und joins us under the rank of Yath'abban in Her most glorious Temple! May we ever swell out number sin Her most feared name and bring all glory unto the Dread Valsharess!

Lolth tlu malla!

-Ul'ath'tallar Zrae'a'stra'fryn-

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Whomst've'll'd'mn't I play:
Salema Nefahri :: A penny for your thots
Zrae'a'stra'fryn :: That which nightmares are made of
Khasir :: From the East a storm is coming


 
      
Naivatkal
 
PostPosted: Wed, Dec 04 2013, 5:47 AM 

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The semi-regular refreshing of the notices is interrupted with fresh parchment denoting an additional name.

With the glory that be the most feared and beautiful Valsharess, Tal'Vyrae matron of house Lolarox has ascended to the official ranking of Yathrin in Her Temple. May she, and her house, weave the Queen's webs.

Lolth tlu malla!

-Ul'ath'tallar Zrae'a'stra'fryn-

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Whomst've'll'd'mn't I play:
Salema Nefahri :: A penny for your thots
Zrae'a'stra'fryn :: That which nightmares are made of
Khasir :: From the East a storm is coming


 
      
Naivatkal
 
PostPosted: Sat, Jan 04 2014, 0:00 AM 

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Without much fanfare, as is her style in such things, the Ul'ath'tallar updates the ranking lists.

The Chaos of the most feared Dread Valsharess looks favorably upon our Temple once more. Zarsara has joined our ranks as the newest yath'abban. Rejoice, for Her fantastic gaze is upon us!

Lolth tlu malla!
-Ul'ath'tallar Zrae'a'stra'fryn-

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Whomst've'll'd'mn't I play:
Salema Nefahri :: A penny for your thots
Zrae'a'stra'fryn :: That which nightmares are made of
Khasir :: From the East a storm is coming


 
      
Naivatkal
 
PostPosted: Thu, Jan 09 2014, 20:13 PM 

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A posting is placed within the lounge located to the left of the altar room. As such, it is only visible by priestesses that have been awarded rank within the Temple. It is stylized in her typical fashion with the spider at the bottom whose eyes are infused with darkvision powder.

Quote:
To all priestess:

Going forward you will defer to the authority of other settlements when within them. Should you find offense to the Dread Queen openly displayed it is to be noted and, in the case of L'Obsul, brought to the attention of House Zau'tar. Do not lessen your search for heretics, rather be mindful of where you are. If needed, they can be hunted down and slain outside of a settlement's territory.

Take heed of these words, for Nec'perya's continued growth could be harmed by alienating those that would trade with us. We are superior, but we must act wisely and realistically. The failure to remember this can be deadly in the Valsharess' realm.

Lolth tlu malla!
-Ul'ath'tallar Zrae'a'stra'fryn-

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Whomst've'll'd'mn't I play:
Salema Nefahri :: A penny for your thots
Zrae'a'stra'fryn :: That which nightmares are made of
Khasir :: From the East a storm is coming


 
      
Naivatkal
 
PostPosted: Tue, Jan 14 2014, 5:12 AM 

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By this day, with the Will of the Dread Valsharess' hand, Miz'ri Ussen d'Vhid has ascended to the rank of Yathrin within our glorious Temple! May she continue to aid in bringing the blessings of our most honored and feared Queen to us all!

Lolth tlu malla!
-Ul'ath'tallar Zrae'a'stra'fryn-


There seems to be some other changes, as well...

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Whomst've'll'd'mn't I play:
Salema Nefahri :: A penny for your thots
Zrae'a'stra'fryn :: That which nightmares are made of
Khasir :: From the East a storm is coming


 
      
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PostPosted: Fri, Jan 24 2014, 15:58 PM 

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A note was left in a sealed envelope, the seal indicative of the insignia of qu'ellar Ussen d'Vhid. The writing was most obviously in purple ink which leaves no guess as to the author.

"Countless cycles in the worry, and countless cycles without sending bodies down the pit.

I think we should call upon a handmaiden for guidance.

Else, the concerns of the aboleth, illithid, and skum all together appear small.

-Miz'ri"

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Naivatkal
 
PostPosted: Fri, Jan 24 2014, 16:49 PM 

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The note is taken by Zrae and read, a ghost of a smile gracing her lips as she nods slightly. Shortly after the posting is refreshed with a new one. Of note, is additional freedoms given to the ranks of Yathrin and Yath'tallar as well as the additional of another Yath'abban.

// Made it more clear that Yathrin can bring in Yath'abban and that Yath'tallar can do the same as well as promote to Yathrin :) More power to the yath!

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Whomst've'll'd'mn't I play:
Salema Nefahri :: A penny for your thots
Zrae'a'stra'fryn :: That which nightmares are made of
Khasir :: From the East a storm is coming


 
      
RaveN
 
PostPosted: Thu, Mar 13 2014, 16:36 PM 

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A note is given to Zrae by a slave that was NOT written by Miz'ri for seemingly obvious reasons, but rather someone else, obviously; the handwriting was completely different, but it was still purple!

Ul'yath'tallar,

I'm sure you've head the pleasure of reading this document that re-states that that "Vilrath's compound stand as inspiration."

I had suspected that our sister has retreated due to her pregnancy...

But now it seems that she is gone. Do you think foul play might be involved here? The Sut'rinos didn't inform me of this the last time I spoke to him. Perhaps I should launch an investigation.

In either case, if this news is true, as I largely suspect it is, as I've not seen the Ust'Ilharess in quite a long time; I make no delay in claiming Ust'Quellar, and I make no delay in also claiming the old "Vilrath" compound, and relinquish this aboleth mess I'm currently holed up in.

Miz'ri

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RaveN
 
PostPosted: Fri, Apr 04 2014, 16:34 PM 

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A brief and succinct letter with a purple seal finds itself in the temple.

"Ul'yath'tallar,

The honor of being a Yath'tallar is mine.

-Miz'ri"

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Naivatkal
 
PostPosted: Mon, Apr 07 2014, 20:38 PM 

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No formal response is given, however it would appear that in the glorious chaos of one cycle the posting has been altered somewhat. Miz'ri is, indeed, elevated to the coveted title of Yath'tallar. The Spider Guard is properly informed of this newest change, the Ul'ath'tallar personally ensuring that they are all on level with the Ust'ilharess' new privileges.

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Whomst've'll'd'mn't I play:
Salema Nefahri :: A penny for your thots
Zrae'a'stra'fryn :: That which nightmares are made of
Khasir :: From the East a storm is coming


 
      
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PostPosted: Sat, May 24 2014, 3:34 AM 

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Let it be known that by merit of oath to the Dread Queen, proof of possessing Her divine blessings, and rite of sacrifice Xunisstra of house Zauar has hereby earned the rank of Yathabban in the Valsharess' temple.

Lolth Tlu Malla!
G'eld'ardul Lolarox

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PostPosted: Sat, May 24 2014, 3:38 AM 

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Malla Ul'ath'taller and Yathtaller,

Be it know that from this moment forth, by virtue of my good standing with the Dread Queen, continued service to Her, the city of her mandate, and blood sacrifice of heretics in her name I hereby claim the rank of Yath'taller in the Valsharess' Temple of Nec'perya.

Lolth Tlu Malla!
G'eld'ardul Lolarox

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Naivatkal
 
PostPosted: Sat, May 24 2014, 14:25 PM 

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With a delighted smile the listings are updated for both names.

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Whomst've'll'd'mn't I play:
Salema Nefahri :: A penny for your thots
Zrae'a'stra'fryn :: That which nightmares are made of
Khasir :: From the East a storm is coming


 
      
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PostPosted: Sat, Mar 21 2015, 16:19 PM 

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In this cycle full of trials sent by the Dread Queen, I am pleased to announce Triss'tra has passed the tests for Yath'abban. May she be welcomed under the rankings of the Temple, and walk in darkness, under Her shadow.

Lolth tlu malla!

- Yathrin Chesswae Lolarox

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