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Excerpt, ‘Elections of the Fellposts of Broadfell Keep’
Kolyada who ruled 15 years, from age 43 to 58 years, died of unknown disease, aged 58 years
Venk-Tegg, brother of Kolyada, ruled 10 years, who died of dysentery, aged 51 years
Margolefin Whale Bitten, wealthiest merchant, ruled 11 years, died in a whaling accident, aged 43 years
Goardeen, self elected, ruled 6 years until the Great Schism, cast out and excommunicated, death unknown, aged unknown.
The Great Schism: when the Fāy-Núl Tör seceded from the Sanctum of Souls
HelBenorg first true elected Fellpost, ruled 51 years, from 29 to 71, forfeited the position, died in bed of old age, aged 91 years
Tradition of Names established by Fellpost Helbenorg, that all men Fellpost will bear his father HelBenafort’s name and all women will bear his mother HinBriga’s name
HelBenaVindine, second true elected Fellpost, ruled 22 years, from age 20 to age 42, who died in the construction of the Mines of Vohfay, aged 47 years
HelBenTorkinlok, third true elected Fellpost, ruled 29 years, from age 20 to age 49, who died in a drunken squabble, aged 56 years
Law of Reckoning is instituted by King Wonum the Wise of Dintash, official records are begun in Broadfell Keep by HelBenTorkinlok
HinBrimiya, fourth true elected Fellpost, ruled 31 years, from age 20 to age 51, died of old age, aged 71 years
HelBenshimiss, fifth true elected Fellpost, ruled 18 years, from age 20 until age 38, died in landslide on the Cliffs of Thunigh Moon, aged 46 years
HinBridisha, sixth true elected Fellpost, ruled 33 years, from age 20 until age 53, passed the Fellpost to firstborn son upon true election, died of old age, aged 76 years
HelBenledore, seventh true elected Fellpost, son of Fellpost HinBridisha and who has ruled 43 years, since age 20 to current age 63,
Saints Be Praised
From The Lineages of the Four Nations, written by Maliabar Handwell in the 93rd Reckoned Year and Revised in the 125th Reckoned Year
Excerpt From ‘Common Larger Sea Life’
Wake Folders are currently classified as a large fish, though they bear many similarities to a whale. They breathe through a blowhole on their dorsal side, and they possess a horizontal caudal tail fin. Wake folders are extremely friendly and are often seen playing in the wakes of ships or swimming along beside them. They are known to be a variety of colors and patterns, ranging from black to a pinkish white, depending on the sea they are found in. The largest recorded wake folder was 15 feet long.
Ginder Rays are the largest of the rays, reaching wingspans of several towers across. They possess four wings, a dorsal set and a pectoral set, and use primarily the dorsal set for movement. The pectoral set is often folded down to create a funnel that forces fish into their mouth which lay on the underside of the ginder ray. They also possess a large straight tail that extends off their body for several towers, however it does not have any poison. Ginders are typically harmless, save for the occasional tendency to capsize smaller vessels in their curiosity.
Fisher Sharks are a deep-dwelling shark, possessing large black eyes for sight in those black abyssal waters. However, they are frequently sighted near the surface of the water during the three days of the blacksmiths phase of the moon. They possess two unique characteristics among sharks: a large torso-length frill that appears to be for breathing, in place of gills, and a cluster of tentacles on their face. The fisher shark was named for its method of hunting larger prey by spearing smaller fish on one of its two lure tentacles. It is thought that the other shorter tentacles are used to pull prey into its mouth, perhaps even fanning outward to camouflage the fisher shark as seaweed or coral.
Slick Skin Sharks are long and thin, reaching lengths of 15 to 20 feet. They are most commonly found near sunken vessels and are generally not aggressive. They possess many fins, allowing for high maneuverability and they tend to swim in groups of three or four. They have four pectoral fins, three dorsal fins at different angles, four pelvic fins, and a standard caudal tail fin. All of their fins, save for the caudal, are capable of folding tight against the body for increased speed. They were likely named for their speed and maneuverability, as their skin is surprisingly rough and coarse. They are easily distinguished from other sharks and fish by their many fins and their long whiskers that stem from beside their mouth.
Balehorns are six feet tall on average. They are very slow swimmers, resembling a twisted cluster of rocks more than a fish. Their head is directly above their curled tail, much like a human’s head is above their feet. The only fins a balehorn has are two weak pectoral fins on its side used to steer in slight movements, and a wavy dorsal fin that undulates for slow propulsion. Despite being one of the slowest fish in the ocean, it is still dangerous. Balehorns possess a sharp and hard horn on their face which they use to crack open shells and rocks in search of morsels. Another noteworthy thing about them is their strange habit of holding an object in the curl of their tail. The reason for this is unknown, and as the object varies from balehorn to balehorn, the purpose is also as yet, unknown.
Boulderclaws are the much larger and more common variant of pebbleclaws, standing 15 to 20 feet tall. Where pebbleclaws are small and produce an expensive thread-like material, boulderclaws are masters of camoflauge. They are often mistaken for a rock or reef, which enables them to stay still and catch fish or rays. This is because they attach materials to their shell using a sticky secretion that they spit up. They often stay near balehorns, using the rubble from balehorn’s digging as their camoflauge. This is the boulderclaw’s chosen method of hunting, rather than spinning a sticky web like the smaller pebbleclaws do. Both the pebbleclaw and boulderclaw possess shells that resemble rocks, however only the boulderclaws camoflauge the rest of their exterior.
Gale Rag are a lesser-known eel, despite being extremely common. This is likely because they live and hunt from burrows in the sand. They are very intelligent, often using debris or vegetation to hide their burrow until they wish to strike. They are not very thick or dense in size, being as thick as an arm, but are categorized as large sea life due to their sheer length. An average gale rag burrow can extend horizontally or vertically for a full tower. They do not intentionally harm humans, however because they are ambush hunters, and have been known to unwittingly bite those clumsy enough to disturb a burrow.
Translated From the Filkish Text, Sea Life of Yath, written by Remull Mawgard in the 100th Reckoned Year and Revised in the 124th Year
Excerpt, ‘Official Commission of Expansion and Exploration’
To the Mines of Vohfay,
I, Fellpost HelBenledore, do decree that the Mines of Vohfay be increased in depth by the addition of 20 and 5 tunnels. I hereby commission further digging into the mountains. This commission gives the high foreman of the mine the right to delegate any foreman to any new digging deemed necessary.
By order of the Fellpost HelBenledore
To the Caves of Vohmun-Steeck,
I, Fellpost HelBenledore, do decree that the Caves of Vohmun-Steeck be searched out and plumbed in their entirety. I hereby commission an expedition to search out these caves, and to map out their passages thoroughly and fully. This commission gives the chosen expedition leader the right to select any miner or worker of Vohfay to assist them in the task of mapping the Caves.
By order of the Fellpost HelBenledore
From Correspondence to the Mines, dictated by Fellpost HelBenledore, written by High Priest Benkutsawn of the Sanctum of Souls in the 89th Reckoned Year
Excerpt, ‘Phases of the Night-Sky Celestial’
…It is known that the phases have certain effects on the sea, as well as sea life. The phases each last three days, completing a full cycle of phases once a month. The phases are named after their resemblance and follow common trades; cobbler’s moon, farmer’s moon, carpenter’s moon, tailor’s moon, queen's moon and king’s moon, blacksmith’s moon, and the three Saint moons.
The Cobbler’s Moon is when the moon's full face is lit completely by the blue-white light of the Saints sun. This phase has been associated with steeper and larger waves and has also been known to draw deep sea creatures to the surface. The Farmer’s Moon is the phase that resembles a golden sickle shape from the light of the Second sun on the right side, with blue-white Saints sunlight illuminating the rest of the moon. The Carpenter’s Moon is the phase resembling a thick gold wood shaving with darker bark on the edge. It is a fully white moon lit by the Saint’s sun, with the right side being lit by the yellow-orange light from the Second sun and a tinge of crimson along the right-most edge. The Tailor's Moon is the phase resembling a patchwork of colors. The left side of the moon is lit by the blue-white light of the Saints sun, the middle is lit by the yellow-orange light of the Second sun, and the right side is lit by the red glow of the Small sun.
The Queen’s Moon is the phase that resembles a crown of gold with a ruby set into it. The left side of the moon is lit by the yellow-orange glow of the Second sun and the middle is lit by the red glow of the Small sun, which dims to a dull gray at the right edge. The King’s Moon is the phase resembling the blood of the kingly line. The left side is lit by the red glow of the Small sun, which dims to a dull gray, then black on the right-most edge. The Blacksmith’s Moon is the opposite phase of the Cobbler, when the moon remains a dull gray-black color, not receiving any of the light from the three suns. It is also associated with calmer seas and more activity from the creatures that emit their own light, such as millie or ghost fish. The three phases of the partially blue-white moon are ascribed to the Saints, though which Saint is ascribed which phase is a matter of religious preference. This completes the lunar cycle, returning to the fully lit Cobbler’s Moon.
From Astronomy and Astrology, written by Orson Kowull in the 33rd Reckoned Year
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