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[Tio Silver]

Sea Slime

Sea Slime

Developed by Tio Silver

Details: Scientists are still debating over whether this monster is an animal, plant or some kind of sentient material, but all agree that it's something to stay away from. This creature had a body structure very like a jellyfish, being composed almost entirely out of a unique slimy substance, however is far more flexible in shape and able to assume a multitude of forms. Although it feeds on meat to survive it also needs to expose itself to sunlight before it can properly digest the nutrients absorbed from its prey, and must intake a daily about of salt in order to keep itself thick enough to avoid falling apart.
Lifespan and Development: Apparently ageless, and with no clear signs defining different stages of a lifespan. Asexual. Usually found in beaches or coastal areas.
Diet: Carnivorous. Typically hunts sea creatures, though any meat will do.
Temperament: Highly Aggressive.
Abilities: The slimy substance it is composed of is highly acidic, meaning that any organic creature that touches it suffers a nasty burn, and very sticky, making it hard to escape from once caught. Additionally its gloppy body makes it invulnerable to piercing attacks.
Weaknesses: Very slow and physically weak. Can only sense using sound and touch. Combusts when exposed to fire, and gradually melts when exposed to fresh water (most notably rain).

Alchemists and Chemists alike can work with this creature's acidic substance at Competent levels.

!	Message from: Aegis
	Approved, added a tiny blurb about competency level for alchemists and chemists

[Tio Silver]

Faldrass Fire Drake

Developed by Tio Silver

Details: This monster makes the volcano on Faldrass its home, but can be seen hunting all across the island and occasionally on the Scalvoris mainland. They are the size of a small dog and capable of flight, making them fairly dangerous when provoked, but tend to shy away from settlements and so rarely clash with people. Their heat-resistant scales can be found woven into the clothes of a fair number of people on Faldrass as they help to protect against the heat of the volcano, and when cooked have a spicy flavor that is considered something of a delicacy.
Lifespan and Development: They reach maturity at the age of 2, and live for around 20 years.
Diet: Carnivorous.
Temperament: Generally passive, though very territorial and easily provoked.
Abilities: Flight. Heat-resistant scales. Capable of breathing a fireball up to a foot in front of them once per day.
Weaknesses: Fairly small.

!	Message from: Aegis
	I will have to ask that this creature be made less... dragon like, if at all possible. This is due to the Development Project of Dragons that is underway but not yet released. As such, we can't really approve dragons, drakes, and the like at this time. PM if you have questions and such.

[Tio Silver]

Pyre Hydra

Developed by Tio Silver

Details: One of the most dangerous monsters on Scalvoris, Pyre Hydras are enormous, six-headed fire-breathing snakes that live deep within the volcano on Faldrass, preying on fire drakes and anything else foolish enough to venture within. According to legend Faldrun himself created these monsters when he stole a guardian snake from Ethelynda, molded it into a terrifying form and tasked it and its descendants to guard a treasure he hid deep at the bottom of the volcano. Those bearing Faldrun's mark are still just as susceptible to these creatures wrath as anyone else though, so there doesn't seem to be much truth to the story.
Lifespan and Development: These creatures reach maturity at the age of 50, and tend to live for somewhere between 800 and 900 years.
Diet: Fire drakes, volcanic rock and anything else that enters their territory.
Temperament: Highly aggressive.
Abilities: Immune to heat and fire. Capable of breathing jets of fire from their mouths for a seemingly unlimited amount of time. Surprisingly stealthy.
Weaknesses: When they breathe in before spewing fire a weak portion of their chest covering their lungs illuminates, which if stabbed will cause them to suffocate. Their heads can be turned against each other.

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Message from: Aegis

This is mostly ready, just need a few things to be adjusted and added. One is, as mentioned above, an edit for the Drakes bit due to the Dragons Development Project. I would also like to see a blurb about scarcity due to their immense size and smaller habitat range. Also, maybe a blurb as to if/when they leave the volcanic areas. Under what circumstances does that happen? Does anything happen to them when they do?

[Tio Silver]

Original Submission Magmakite

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Magmakite

Developed by Tio Silver

Type of Material: Metal
Acquired By: Mining
Rarity: Rare
Details: This pitch black metal is uniquely found inside the volcano on Faldrass, where the intense heat and pressure are just right for it to form. When placed on a fire or other hot surface it will slowly absorb excess heat energy from it and then very slowly release it once taken away, making it a desirable material to obtain for nobles, as if left over a fireplace it will keep the room warm for the rest night when the fire is out.
Price: 300gn per ingot.
Other Information: After years of experiementing Forbick has found a way to blend Magmakite into other metals so as to give them a special property without loosing sharpness or durability. For an extra 300gn a weapon bought (in thread) from Forbick will be a shade darker and laced with thin black veins, and will retain the heat of any temperature it is exposed to for trials to come without melting. The handle and sheath of this weapon will be modified to make it safe to hold.

!	Message from: Pegasus
	[img]/gallery/image ... ge_id=5575[/img] Great idea and I love the inclusion of the Faldrass NPC. Thanks!

[Tio Silver]

Wraithgrass Original Submission

Wraithgrass

Developed by Tio Silver

Found: In noisy areas in the Scalvoris wilds. (e.g. mountains with howling winds, around loud animal's habitats, etc)
Toxicity/Hazard: None
Appearance: Like regular grass, but very long and black.
Properties: This grass feeds on sound energy as well as light, giving it a noise-dampening property popular with alchemists for the ease in which it can be imbued into clothes to make them stealthier. However each blade of grass only absorbs a little bit of sound, so a large quantity of it and a lot of time to spend on repeated refinement is needed to make its property effective in a foreign source.
Other Information: Herbivores that graze on this grass will temporarily go mute. If killed and cooked while in this state, their meat has a smooth aftertaste that is great for soothing sore throats.

!	Message from: Pegasus
	Great idea and I love the inclusion of the Faldrass NPC. Thanks!

[Tio Silver]

Original Submission Food Yangia Fruit

Yangja Fruit

Developed by Tio Silver

Found: Around the volcano on Faldrass
Toxicity/Hazard: None
Appearance: Small purple fruit about the size of a tennis ball.
Properties: Delicious to eat and pleasantly warming.
Other Information: This fruit is found on trees that can only grow in areas with volcanic soil, such as Faldrass. It is popular for its sweet and spicy taste and can be made into a luxury wine by an expert in brewing, though is rumored to have slightly hallucinogenic effects if too much is consumed..

!	Message from: Pegasus
	Hmmm... warm purple kiwi fruit? What is NOT to like!? Approved!

[Freya DuCarinos]

Original Submission Naomi Waelha

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Name: Naomi Waelha
Created by: Freya Ducarinos
Location For Use At: The Knight's Rest Inn & Tavern
Race: Mixed Aukari (1/2), Human (1/2)
Birthday/Age: 35th Zi'da 694 / 24
Title: Server / Entertainer
Skills: Musical Instrument: Drum: 70, Singing: 50, Socialization: 50, Storytelling: 40, Dancing: 40, Business Management: 20
Details:
Noami Waelha is a bright girl who's suffered much tragedy at her young. Being the niece to Whit Freidston from an estranged half sister, Naomi's relation to the family hangs by threads. The Freidstons never seemed to mind her company, however, and quickly incorporated the girl into their home life shortly after her father erupted. Her mother was never in the picture by the stories she told, but Naomi considered that to be more of a fortune than a curse. Regardless, the half-aukari had a knack for storytelling and offered up any who'd listen a fine tale of adventures she's heard from the company she's kept.

!	Message from: Pegasus
	[img]/gallery/image ... ge_id=5575[/img] Great NPC - added to the location and the NPC repository!!

[Sephira]

Original Submission Town Council Hall

Scalvoris Town Council Hall

The Scalvoris Town Council Hall rests in the newly renovated home of a late resident of the town that left the building to the city after their death. As such, the sizable building is quite cozy in appearance despite its use in government affairs. The brick exterior is rather rustic, sporting an enormous amount of deep green ivy that decorates the vast majority of the walls and covers several windows. The council hall is two full stories along with a sizable attic. All of the flooring and walls still bear a hint of age to them, even though there has been a considerable effort to restore them. It is unmistakable to all that enter the council hall that the building still bears an imprint of its previous occupants. Superstitious folk have even claimed that the building may be haunted. From strange creaking on the stairs, to the murmur of distant conversations in empty corridors, even the most rational of individuals will feel a prickle on the back of their necks from time to time.

As for the layout, the first floor contains the receptionist’s desk in the center of a spacious lobby containing an assortment of mismatched tables and chairs for guests. An impressive bay window allows copious amounts of natural light into the lobby, eliminating the need for lanterns during brighter breaks of the trial. Beyond the lobby are an assortment of small offices on the ground floor that serve the multitude of clerks, messengers, and other support staff that serve at the behest of the council.

Just to the right of the receptionist’s desk lies a well-worn oaken stairwell that leads to the second floor. Upstairs are the individual offices of the council members along with a sizable conference room. Similar to the lobby, the conference room contains an imposing window that provides occupants with plenty of light that negates the use of oil lamps until after dusk. The individual offices of the council members are modest but well kept, containing a single window, small fireplace, and of course a desk. There is additionally a nook in the corner of the offices that can be used to house a cot if there is a need to work late.

The attic itself is a bit of a mystery, while it contains storage for the council hall there are also numerous items that belonged to previous residents. Most occupants avoid venturing into the attic unless it is absolutely necessary, as the strange activity in the building seems most intense in this area. Items will disappear and reappear at random when no one is looking. Perhaps most startling is the story of one poor clerk that claimed to have been lost in the attic for several breaks when the door vanished from sight after they entered before reappearing again near sundown.
Although beautiful and well suited to the needs of the council, this timeworn place is full of stories and secrets that are waiting to be discovered.

NPC Name

Name: Leshli Vy'Ihadi

Race: Biqaj

Age: 7th of Zi'da, Arc 699 (Age:19)

Title: Receptionist

Skills: Etiquette: 15 ,Writing: 30, Politics: 20

Other Information: Leshli is a bright young woman who was only recently employed at the council hall. She is often soft spoken and only speaks when spoken to, however she is fast learner and is sometimes asked by other members of staff to help them with their duties. The only time she is known to raise her voice is when she is faced with impatient individuals who do not have appointments to speak with the council members. Leshli is sharp of tongue in these instances and is quick usher people out of the building if they are not willing to wait their turn.

Player Notes

Jobs

There are jobs available here, players are welcome to enquire. No guarantees!
Some of the political positions could be filled by PCs!

Changelog

Credits to: Sephira
Submitted for Development: 2/26/2018

Developed by:Sephira

!	Message from: Pegasus
	Thank you so much for another wonderful location! Very appreciated!!!

[Pegasus]

Up to Date!

All submissions have been approved or commented on. Thank you thank you!!

If you want to help Scalvoris out, consider writing up some development pieces. We're always looking out for new and interesting locations / npcs / flora / fauna etc. There's a "To Do" list (of sorts - as I think of things) in my office if you're looking for inspiration.

Thanks to all of you who do this - it's great! Thank you thank you!!

[Freya DuCarinos]

Original Submission NPC Kingpin

Zachariah "The Raven" Thorne

Found In: Almund

Title: Drug Kingpin - The Raven

Race: Human / Avriel

History: The Raven has history reaching back to the desert coasts of the western world, having grown up within harsh, dry climates and unbearable heat. It was a struggle, living among the tribes there, as they not only had to fend off the constant promise of death from lack of food or dehydration, but they also had to fight for control of territories. More often than not, it was constant manslaughter and the persistent sight of the dead left many of the young desensitives to its horrors.

Not many a sure where Zachariah came from exactly, but some are certain it is from a tribe in the west due to the body scaring he wears under his tunic. There are many who are even less sure of how he escaped such a harsh environment and survived enough to end up in Scalvois, though some speculate that it was due to the help of one of the Pirate Lords. Nevertheless, Zachariah is a calculated, cold killer who will make an example out of anyone if it means holding power over the people of his crew: The Red Ravens.

Crimes: Theft against the city, Arson against the city, Assault upon an Accountant of the City, Assault upon a Militant of the City, Murder of a Militant upon the City, Murder of multiple citizens of the City, Kidnapping of multiple citizens of the city, Involvement in illegal organizations to distribute drugs throughout the region, Drug Trafficking, Slave Trafficking, Raiding of commercial trade caravans, disruption of merchant trade routes.

Bounty Price: 10,000 GN

Renown: 50

Motives: This character is motivated by power. He is drawn to actions and demonstrations of power and control and becomes calmingly infuriated when the situation turns out to be the opposite. He is not above violence and murder and will use fear to motivate others into working with him or bending to his will. His loyalty is in himself and he will gladly exterminate a member of his crew in order to advance ahead in his line of work.

The Red Ravens

Supplier

Name: Sava O'Ne
Created by: Freya DuCarinos
Race: Aukari / Sev'ryn
Birthday/Age: 104th Vhalar Arc 700 / 18 Arcs
Title: Supplier / Drug Crafter
Skills: Chemistry - Expert, Mathematics - Expert, Alchemy - Expert, Medicine - Competent, Poison - Competent, Gardening - Competent
Details: Sava is branded with the mark of a slave, having been abducted by Zachariah from her home in the farmlands surrounding Etzos only five arcs ago. At the time, she was experimenting with a new kind of drug that was meant to help relax and focus the mind, to maneuver quicker, faster, and better. Having forcibly requested to try the drug, The Raven liked it so much that he "hired" her onto the crew. Sava used to believe that she would be returning home, but as the arcs ticked by, she's grown used to working with The Raven and his band.

Supplier

Name: Ulum Sutton
Created by: Freya Ducarinos
Race: Human
Birthday/Age: 100 Ashan 653 / 65 Arcs
Title: Supplier / Drug Crafter
Skills: Chemistry - Master, Mathematics - Master, Alchemy - Expert, Medicine - Expert, Poison - Expert, Gardening - Competent, Hunting - Competent, Fieldcraft - Competent
Details: Ulum has always been an oddball, even in his younger days, though he was wise enough to know when to stay quiet and when to bounce before things went south. He was in the drug scene once before and quit due to new found love. However, such pleasant things don’t last long in this world and while out on an educational expedition one afternoon, his family mysteriously disappeared. Several seasons passed as his searched for them, his living conditions deteriorating into homelessness until he finally gave up and drifted. By the time he became aware of his situation, Ulum found himself in Scalvoris, begging for enough change to get a jug of ale from the local Tavern. It didn’t take long for his path to cross that of drug dealers and black market shade looking for the best hit from new drugs the streets could offer. Nothing was up to par, however, and so, he decided to use his previous training and nature knowledge to craft out of the world drugs. After a rather brutal business meet with The Raven, Ulum was hired onto the crew as a drug supplier.

Distributor

Name: Asher Makov
Created by: Freya Ducarinos
Race: Human
Birthday/Age: 17 Saun 683 / 35 Arcs
Title: Distributor
Skills: Intimidation - Expert, Strength - Expert, Unarmed Combats (Brawling) - Expert, Detection - Competent, Negotiation - Competent, Persuasion - Competent, Mathematics - Novice
Details:Asher has lived a life as rough as the region that he lives within. Being a born native, the man takes everything in stride given that there’s not too many horrific things he hasn’t fallen witness to. The good, the bad, and the ugly are just simple moments in a day to him. Asher isn’t one to linger in a place too long and knows the back routes, best corners, and keeps regulars on the side. There is only one person he’ll ever admit to fearing and that’s The Raven.

Distributor

Name: Bria Lestel
Created by: Freya DuCarinos
Race: Yludih
Birthday/Age: 90 Ymiden 681 / 37 Arcs
Title: Distributor
Skills: Negotiation - Expert, Persuasion - Expert, Unarmed Combat - Competent, Intimidation - Competent, Intelligence - Competent
Details:Bria is a weathered soul, young at heart, but trapped in a body that’s been a victim of time and ruthless obstacles. Her flesh is littered with scars, both self afflicted and inflicted by others, and gaudy makeup is used to cover them, along with the deep, stress wrinkles that mar her expressions. Her personality is every bit as pleasing as her appearance, as it is both ugly and rough to be around. She makes good selling drugs and that might be the only reason why The Raven keeps her around. Bria could negotiate the coin from your pocket, even on a bad day.

Distributor

Name: Kal'um Mouri'wa
Created by: Freya DuCarinos
Race: Sev'ryn
Birthday/Age: 34 Ashan 696 / 22 Arcs
Title: Distributor / Material Fetcher
Skills: Fieldcraft - Expert, Hunting - Expert, Fishing - Expert, Gardening - Expert, Unarmed Combat (Dagger) - Competent, Intimidation - Competent
Details:Kal’um is a Sev’ryn still searching for his familiar. He found his way to Scalvoris through means of poor navigation and communication and decided to settle here while he awaits another vision of his familiar. Through odd means, he stumbled upon the Red Ravens while looking to offload animal carcusses and herbs one afternoon. It was odd that an old man would by the whole lot from him but Kal’um didn’t care. He had coin for food, shelter, and clothing. This business deal carried for quite some time until Ulum suggested to Kal’um that he be hired onto the Red Ravens. He doesn’t distribute much and if he does, he sell drugs fairly cheaper than the other do. He knows how to survive though and wouldn’t mind training other who cross paths with him.

Shark

Name: Taylon Agca
Created by: Maxine
Race: Human
Birthday/Age: 27th Cylus 687/ 30
Title: The Enforcer/Shark
Skills: Unarmed Combat (Brawling) - Expert, Leadership - Expert, Intimidation - Expert, Axes and Bludgeons - Expert, Discipline - Competent, Detection - Competent
Details:While Taylon is a man of infamy in Almund and one of The Raven's few confidant's, he's also one of very few words. The stoic man has been with The Raven for as long as the crew itself has existed. His loyalty and natural knack for leadership has made him an invaluable asset, as well as a key to the group's cohesion and focus. His blunt demeanor and heavy-handedness keeps even the most wily of the sharks firmly under his thumb. Much like his boss, The Enforcer elicits loyalty through fear rather than adoration. The dread of even garnering his attention keeps most average citizens out of The Red Ravens' business, and even the Elements have been known to turn a blind eye to his dealings rather than confront him.

Shark

Name: Koygen Fenathel
Created by: Maxine
Race: Biqaj
Birthday/Age: 7 Ashan 676/ 41
Title: Shark
Skills: Negotiation - Expert, Persuasion - Expert, Intelligence - Expert, Deception - Competent, Investigation - Novice
Details: Koygen is one of The Red Raven’s more recent additions. Prior to his membership, the charming Biqaj was a talented con man with vast connections throughout Scalvoris. Those he can’t swindle into doing his bidding are skillfully blackmailed, extorted, or bribed. When Koygen sets his mind to an outcome, there’s almost no line he won’t cross to see a goal to fruition. Nowadays he uses his gifts to keep The Raven well informed and The Elements off the crew’s back. Rumor has it he has a brother or a cousin in the Element ranks.

Shark

Name: Kenna Delvet
Created by: Maxine
Race: Naerrik
Birthday/Age: 80 Ymiden 690/ 27
Title: Shark
Skills: Unarmed Combat - Expert, Intimidation - Expert, Stealth - Expert, Thrown Weapons - Competent, Seduction - Competent
Details: No one but The Raven is entirely sure why Kenna left the Augiery. Most are too afraid to ask. The only whispers on the subject tell tales of a blossomed romance between the Naerrik and the Red Ravens boss when he dabbled in the slave trade. All that’s certain is Kenna is rarely absent from The Raven’s side. While Taylon is the undisputed right hand man, Kenna undoubtedly has the boss’s ear. She’s more than just a pretty face though. Short tempered and quick to aggression, few have ever escaped Kenna’s wrath unscathed.

Shark

Name: Talara Helviani
Created by: Maxine
Race: Eidisi
Birthday/Age: 30 Saun 671/ 47
Title: Shark
Skills: Linguistics - Expert, Stealth - Expert, Seduction - Expert, Investigation - Expert, Lock-picking - Competent, Poisons - Novice
Details: Like any Eidisi, Talara is known to have a very curious mind. She arrived in Scalvoris with hopes of receiving an education in linguistics at the prestigious Viden Academy. The door of opportunity came slamming closed on her after she was caught too many times abusing illegal substances. She spent some time working at The Siren's Embrace and quickly became a favorite thanks to her surprisingly sweet demeanor. It was there she became acquainted with some of Almund's shadier characters. As a member of The Red Ravens, Talara now spends her time working closely with Koygen, researching people of interest to The Raven and disposing of the crew's enemies quietly. Her pretty face and long legs make her a favorite among her male constituents. Talara and Kenna, on the other hand, are kept separate at almost all costs on The Raven's orders.

Shark

Name: Marciel Gordevash
Created by: Maxine
Race: Human
Birthday/Age: 12 Zi'Da 695/ 23
Title: Shark
Skills: Blades- Expert, Unarmed Combat (Brawling) - Expert, Interrogation- Competent, Torture - Competent, Whips- Novice, Psychology - Novice
Details:Marciel is best described as The Red Ravens' resident loose cannon. Taylon discovered the young, ambitious man when he was nothing but a purposeless troublemaker plaguing Almund's streets. Under The Enforcer's watchful eye and armed with newfound direction, Marciel now dedicates most of his time to terrorizing opponents of his new crew. His specialty, however, is extracting information of The Raven's interest from stubborn subjects. Its not uncommon for the young shark to take his sadistic methods too far to get the job done. Some say he enjoys it just a little too much. His undeniable value and promise in Taylon's eyes keeps him protected from most backlash he probably deserves. The Enforcer and The Raven alone seem capable of keeping Marciel in check.

!	Message from: Pegasus
	Approved! These NPCs have been added to the Scalvoris NPC repository. Thanks so very much!