< atton revisited > The information page for Atton has been fully revised and updated with the new map!
< updated calendar > The Fortuna calendar has been updated in the "Other" lore section! This includes a document which displays the calendar for you to see, making it much easier to understand.
< moving map > The first functional map has been released in the News section! This map is also interactive, allowing you to drag and drop between points in order to determine distances. This is the first iteration, and there's more and better to come!
< first annual awards > The results for the First Annual Fortuna Year-End Awards have been posted! Go and take a look at who the finalists were, and who took home the big prizes!
< new default skin > Our new skin has passed the beta test, and is now the new Default for the forums! If you have any issues with this skin, send a PM or Discord to Mellie.
< human lore update > Humans have been updated with TWENTY-FIVE subraces/subcultures which add numerous options, and a little extra lore and flavour.
< magic lore update > Magical Lore has been enhanced with the addition of a post on Magical Education. From Beginner to Expert, this is how you learn the spells.
< a change to member groups > Member groups are now based on storyline! You can change your displayed storyline by editing the settings in your profile.
Welcome to the world of Fortuna, a land of fantastic proportions. This is an original fantasy roleplay that takes place in a world developed over nearly a decade of work and collaboration. We aim to encourage all participants to have a hand in the stories of the characters here, and the world around them. Your choices are key - so make them with pride. You decide who wins the wars, you decide who becomes King, the world is ours, and together we will bring it to life!
While in some worlds the soul may be a figurative or spiritual element, in Fortuna the soul is a metaphysical creation of the Deities.
There is much debate as to precisely how a soul is balanced, though it is generally agreed that a soul has four "pillars". These pillars define a person's potential, though not necessarily exactly who they are, their decisions, or the way their life will be structured. These different pillars are the powers of different pantheons, and represent the will of different deities.
Some diviners have the ability to see the soul, and describe it as something almost gaseous, and almost solid, but certainly defined. Those diviners have since determined thirteen stones, gems, or rocks that tie to the thirteen different visions of souls they have seen, which are used in astrology or superstition throughout the world.
What Defines the Soul? A soul is constructed by ideals, and so by defining those ideals, you can determine what four pillars your character's soul has.
The following are the 140+ statements used to determine this. Choose the four that most apply to your character, and post them below. In response, you will discover the pillars of that character's soul!
Post by Tehodis Kitai on Dec 22, 2017 11:10:10 GMT -7
I think these are the most appropriate for Tehodis...
3. I would sacrifice myself, if it meant saving someone else. 8. Violence must be used sparingly, and only when there are no other choices. 19. Even if it meant failing at my duty/task, I would help someone in need. 29. I have made amends with my past, and will carve my own future.
The last one was probably the most hotly contended pick. It's a little less 'made amends' and more 'is walking away from', but the second statement is the most true thing to her on the list.
[attr="class","soulbody"] "I would sacrifice myself, if it meant saving someone else."
Pearl is the stone of Fiorre and the Pantheon of Peace. It represents innocence, purity, and harmony. Those with a soul of pearl are under the influence of Fiorre's pantheon, and hold within them a desire for harmony wherever they go. They look to do this perhaps by pleasing others, finding common ground between enemies, or by acting as protector for those who may not be able to do so for themselves.
[attr="class","soulthrough"]
"Violence must be used sparingly, and only when there are no other choices."
Pearl is the stone of Fiorre and the Pantheon of Peace. It represents innocence, purity, and harmony. Those with a soul of pearl are under the influence of Fiorre's pantheon, and hold within them a desire for harmony wherever they go. They look to do this perhaps by pleasing others, finding common ground between enemies, or by acting as protector for those who may not be able to do so for themselves.
[attr="class","soulthrough"]
"Even if it meant failing at my duty/task, I would help someone in need."
Chalcedony is the crystal of Veira and the Pantheon of Wisdom. It is wisdom, community, meditation, and generosity. Those with a soul of chalcedony may seek to measure their words or actions before using them, not wanting to create conflict where it is not necessary, or be misunderstood. They may seek out groups of other individuals as a home, and may put less stock in individualism.
[attr="class","soulthrough"]
"I have made amends with my past, and will carve my own future. "
Aquamarine is the crystal of Moann and the Pantheon of the Flow. It stands for decision, cleansing, trust, and forgiveness. Those with a soul of aquamarine are often very different from one another, making firm decisions about themselves and not allowing others - or the Gods - define them. One thing remains most consistent, however, and it is the view of themselves as truly individual from other people... Even if they may have not yet realized this yet, it is within them. Many with the soul of aquarmarine also believe in the concepts of redemption, and second chances. Though others oppose this, believing that no choice is merely a mistake, and so bad choices must be rightly punished.
[attr="class","soulname"]These are the forces of your soul...
Some of these I'm still a little unsure about, especially for Ekahi, but I think the following fit my characters the best. Really cool idea though Mellie!
Talindra Pherithil 9. I would rather die than be unable to use magic. 15. Magic is the most powerful force in the world. 16. Ignorance is the most opposite of bliss I can imagine. 18. There are many people who are beneath me, for one reason or another.
Ekahi Darktail 2. Violence is an acceptable response to authority. 21. I believe that there are things in my past I cannot, and could not have changed. 22. I would steal all I could, if I knew I would not be seen and would never be punished. 32. Death is a natural part of life, I do not fear it.
Lucky 4. Everyone should have the right of self-determination, of freedom. 6. Creation is now in the hands of mortals through invention. 34. I would rather be wealthy or powerful than be good. 39. I can change the world.
Aldous Cadbury 3. I would sacrifice myself, if it meant saving someone else. 11. The ends never justify the means. 19. Even if it meant failing at my duty/task, I would help someone in need. 31. I believe I have been chosen for a purpose greater than myself.
Simon: 4. Everyone should have the right of self-determination, of freedom. 6. Creation is now in the hands of mortals through invention. 37. Those who do not question everything, are missing something. 38. I want to learn why the world works like it does.
Kali: 2. Violence is an acceptable response to authority. 22. I would steal all I could, if I knew I would not be seen and would never be punished. 24. I enjoy hurting and/or killing things. 34. I would rather be Wealthy or Powerful than be Good.
Green: 3. I would sacrifice myself, if it meant saving someone else. 12. Everyone has their reasons for doing things, and understanding that is the most important thing when it comes to fixing problems. 13. Family is the most important thing to me. 19. Even if it meant failing at my duty/task, I would help someone in need.
Sabela: 17. My power is the most important thing to me. 18. There are many people who are beneath me, for one reason or another. 24. I enjoy hurting and/or killing things. 28. Those with magic have an inherent superiority to those without.
Tinypaw: 4. Everyone should have the right of self-determination, of freedom. 12. Everyone has their reasons for doing things, and understanding that is the most important thing when it comes to fixing problems. 26. The beginning of new life, whether that be a sapling, or a child, is the most beautiful thing. 36. The natural cycle of the world will move on without me.
Luciano: 4. Everyone should have the right of self-determination, of freedom. 5. Beauty is the most important thing, whether it be inner or outer, or even created through art. 14. All voices need to be heard, not just those I agree with. 23. I believe I have lived justly, and will receive a happy afterlife.
Solveig: 3. I would sacrifice myself, if it meant saving someone else. 23. I believe I have lived justly, and will receive a happy afterlife. 25. Love is the most important thing to me. 31. I believe I have been chosen for a purpose greater than myself.
Kapu: 8. Violence must be used sparingly, and only when there are no other choices. 27. Working together for a common cause is the best way to accomplish anything. 29. I have made amends with my past, and will carve my own future. 31. I believe I have been chosen for a purpose greater than myself.
Nikolai: 3. I would sacrifice myself, if it meant saving someone else. 4. Everyone should have the right of self-determination, of freedom. 13. Family is the most important thing to me. 27. Working together for a common cause is the best way to accomplish anything.
Rill: 3. I would sacrifice myself, if it meant saving someone else. 4. Everyone should have the right of self-determination, of freedom. 16. Ignorance is the most opposite of bliss I can imagine. 19. Even if it meant failing at my duty/task, I would help someone in need.
Nora: 7. The concepts of status, wealth, and rank should be destroyed, no matter the risks. 13. Family is the most important thing to me. 37. Those who do not question everything, are missing something. 40. I have secrets I would never tell, even if it meant hurting someone.
Last Edit: Dec 22, 2017 13:06:16 GMT -7 by SigDigs
[attr="class","soulbody"] "I would rather die than be unable to use magic."
Opal is the stone of Miynie and the Pantheon of the Magic. The opal contains all of the endless possibilities offered to mortals through Miynie's magic, and vibrates with the power that magic lords over those without it. Those with opal in their souls always have some control over magic. It is not common for a soul that begins with a single pillar representing Miynie to change over time, and to reform with her control reforming their soul completely.
[attr="class","soulthrough"]
"Magic is the most powerful force in the world."
Opal is the stone of Miynie and the Pantheon of the Magic. The opal contains all of the endless possibilities offered to mortals through Miynie's magic, and vibrates with the power that magic lords over those without it. Those with opal in their souls always have some control over magic. It is not common for a soul that begins with a single pillar representing Miynie to change over time, and to reform with her control reforming their soul completely.
[attr="class","soulthrough"]
"Ignorance is the most opposite of bliss I can imagine."
Fluorite is the crystal of Temos and the Pantheon of Craft. It stands for solidity of mind, intelligence, structure, and curiosity. Those with souls of fluorite tend to question the things around them, or wonder how they can be improved or even destroyed. It is said that those with a fluorite soul are best able to resist the charming machinations of others, and find strength in their own resolve.
[attr="class","soulthrough"]
"There are many people who are beneath me, for one reason or another."
Citrine is the crystal of Diassei and the Pantheon of Wealth. It represents structure, status, nobility, and achievement. Those with a soul of citrine either are, or have a sense that they are, superior to others. This may manifest in believing oneself to be more intelligent, creative, or strong than another, or that your worth is greater for some other reason - perhaps your purpose, or your lineage. Those of citrine often have strong family lines with important historical figures among their ancestors. Many use citrine charms as ways of encouraging financial luck.
[attr="class","soulname"]These are the forces of your soul...
[attr="class","soulbody"] "Violence is an acceptable response to authority."
Ruby is a strange case, because it is not associated with any of the known twelve deities. Many have questioned to whom it should be centered. Some claim that it is a creation of all deities together, others say that it results when a pillar is torn between two different deities equally. More claim that this is the truly mortal pillar, a part of the soul agnostic from the deities, under the control of mortals... Yet there are some who claim that there is a thirteenth deity thus far unknown to mortals.
Beyond any debate about it's connections, ruby appears to represent freedom of one's soul. Those with a ruby pillar rail against law and order, against wealth and status. They believe in freedom for themselves, and freedom for others. It is also common for those with ruby in their souls to have tempestuous temperments, easily shifting their moods or being quick to anger.
[attr="class","soulthrough"]
"I believe that there are things in my past I cannot, and could not have changed."
Jade is the stone of Fayana and the Pantheon of Nature. It represents stability, meditation, family, and fate. Those with jade in their soul believe that the world will move as it wants, and that they must simply move with it. Those with a jade pillar may be more reactionary than those without, or even more indecisive. These people do not often harp upon their pasts, or attempt to change what has gone, but instead live within the moments they have. Jade is often used to create representative tokens, things that are meant to display through metaphor one's purpose. Having a token of a jade bear, for example, may represent one's maternity or protective life. Having a token of a jade owl, on the other hand, may mark one as wise, and as one to turn to for answers.
[attr="class","soulthrough"]
"I would steal all I could, if I knew I would not be seen and would never be punished."
Moonstone is the crystal of Khades and the Pantheon of Night. It represents secret-keeping, romance, sadness, and lies. If one has a pillar of moonstone, they likely hold a pain within them that can either be a strength, powering them further through life, or a weakness, that holds them back from taking risks. These people are often more emotional than those without a moonstone pillar, and become attached to others swiftly. Moonstone is also occasionally used in order to ward off notice, or attention, some with pillars of moonstone prefer to 'keep to the shadows', and this part of their soul can aid them in that fortune.
[attr="class","soulthrough"]
"Death is a natural part of life, I do not fear it."
Amber is the crystal of Streike and the Pantheon of Death. It represents justice, grief, loss, legacy, preservation, and memory. Those with amber in their soul are thought to have a path to Ephilroa within themselves, and it is believed that they would be capable of walking into, and out of it simply due to the piece of Streike that they hold. More directly, however, those with amber in their souls hold less fear of death, and have a greater understanding of it. They may see life as the opportunity to accomplish what they were created to do, or may simply see it as a path to the great beyond. Those with amber pillars seem to often have a great memory.
It seems that many with a pillar of amber have a great sense of justice (whether in the form of law or not), whether or not they act on it. They see acts of right and wrong as things that need to be overcome or punished.
[attr="class","soulname"]These are the forces of your soul...
[attr="class","soulbody"] "Everyone should have the right of self-determination, of freedom."
Ruby is a strange case, because it is not associated with any of the known twelve deities. Many have questioned to whom it should be centered. Some claim that it is a creation of all deities together, others say that it results when a pillar is torn between two different deities equally. More claim that this is the truly mortal pillar, a part of the soul agnostic from the deities, under the control of mortals... Yet there are some who claim that there is a thirteenth deity thus far unknown to mortals.
Beyond any debate about it's connections, ruby appears to represent freedom of one's soul. Those with a ruby pillar rail against law and order, against wealth and status. They believe in freedom for themselves, and freedom for others. It is also common for those with ruby in their souls to have tempestuous temperments, easily shifting their moods or being quick to anger.
[attr="class","soulthrough"]
"Creation is now in the hands of mortals through invention."
Fluorite is the crystal of Temos and the Pantheon of Craft. It stands for solidity of mind, intelligence, structure, and curiosity. Those with souls of fluorite tend to question the things around them, or wonder how they can be improved or even destroyed. It is said that those with a fluorite soul are best able to resist the charming machinations of others, and find strength in their own resolve.
[attr="class","soulthrough"]
"I would rather be wealthy or powerful than be good."
Citrine is the crystal of Diassei and the Pantheon of Wealth. It represents structure, status, nobility, and achievement. Those with a soul of citrine either are, or have a sense that they are, superior to others. This may manifest in believing oneself to be more intelligent, creative, or strong than another, or that your worth is greater for some other reason - perhaps your purpose, or your lineage. Those of citrine often have strong family lines with important historical figures among their ancestors. Many use citrine charms as ways of encouraging financial luck.
[attr="class","soulthrough"]
"I can change the world."
Aquamarine is the crystal of Moann and the Pantheon of the Flow. It stands for decision, cleansing, trust, and forgiveness. Those with a soul of aquamarine are often very different from one another, making firm decisions about themselves and not allowing others - or the Gods - define them. One thing remains most consistent, however, and it is the view of themselves as truly individual from other people... Even if they may have not yet realized this yet, it is within them. Many with the soul of aquarmarine also believe in the concepts of redemption, and second chances. Though others oppose this, believing that no choice is merely a mistake, and so bad choices must be rightly punished.
[attr="class","soulname"]These are the forces of your soul...
[attr="class","soulbody"] "I would sacrifice myself, if it meant saving someone else."
Pearl is the stone of Fiorre and the Pantheon of Peace. It represents innocence, purity, and harmony. Those with a soul of pearl are under the influence of Fiorre's pantheon, and hold within them a desire for harmony wherever they go. They look to do this perhaps by pleasing others, finding common ground between enemies, or by acting as protector for those who may not be able to do so for themselves.
[attr="class","soulthrough"]
"The ends never justify the means."
Amber is the crystal of Streike and the Pantheon of Death. It represents justice, grief, loss, legacy, preservation, and memory. Those with amber in their soul are thought to have a path to Ephilroa within themselves, and it is believed that they would be capable of walking into, and out of it simply due to the piece of Streike that they hold. More directly, however, those with amber in their souls hold less fear of death, and have a greater understanding of it. They may see life as the opportunity to accomplish what they were created to do, or may simply see it as a path to the great beyond. Those with amber pillars seem to often have a great memory.
It seems that many with a pillar of amber have a great sense of justice (whether in the form of law or not), whether or not they act on it. They see acts of right and wrong as things that need to be overcome or punished.
[attr="class","soulthrough"]
"Even if it meant failing at my duty/task, I would help someone in need."
Chalcedony is the crystal of Veira and the Pantheon of Wisdom. It is wisdom, community, meditation, and generosity. Those with a soul of chalcedony may seek to measure their words or actions before using them, not wanting to create conflict where it is not necessary, or be misunderstood. They may seek out groups of other individuals as a home, and may put less stock in individualism.
[attr="class","soulthrough"]
"I believe I have been chosen for a purpose greater than myself."
Jade is the stone of Fayana and the Pantheon of Nature. It represents stability, meditation, family, and fate. Those with jade in their soul believe that the world will move as it wants, and that they must simply move with it. Those with a jade pillar may be more reactionary than those without, or even more indecisive. These people do not often harp upon their pasts, or attempt to change what has gone, but instead live within the moments they have. Jade is often used to create representative tokens, things that are meant to display through metaphor one's purpose. Having a token of a jade bear, for example, may represent one's maternity or protective life. Having a token of a jade owl, on the other hand, may mark one as wise, and as one to turn to for answers.
[attr="class","soulname"]These are the forces of your soul...
[attr="class","soulbody"] "Everyone should have the right of self-determination, of freedom."
Ruby is a strange case, because it is not associated with any of the known twelve deities. Many have questioned to whom it should be centered. Some claim that it is a creation of all deities together, others say that it results when a pillar is torn between two different deities equally. More claim that this is the truly mortal pillar, a part of the soul agnostic from the deities, under the control of mortals... Yet there are some who claim that there is a thirteenth deity thus far unknown to mortals.
Beyond any debate about it's connections, ruby appears to represent freedom of one's soul. Those with a ruby pillar rail against law and order, against wealth and status. They believe in freedom for themselves, and freedom for others. It is also common for those with ruby in their souls to have tempestuous temperments, easily shifting their moods or being quick to anger.
[attr="class","soulthrough"]
"Creation is now in the hands of mortals through invention."
"Those who do not question everything, are missing something."
"I want to learn why the world works like it does."
You are dominated by one deity's force.
Fluorite is the crystal of Temos and the Pantheon of Craft. It stands for solidity of mind, intelligence, structure, and curiosity. Those with souls of fluorite tend to question the things around them, or wonder how they can be improved or even destroyed. It is said that those with a fluorite soul are best able to resist the charming machinations of others, and find strength in their own resolve.
[attr="class","soulname"]These are the forces of your soul...
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