[Myradin]

                                                                                                     

The Maloti are an aggressive tribe publicly known for their xenophobic behaviour towards those from not within the tribes. A relatively new tribe, claiming descent from the Cruxati tribe. The Maloti since their coming together have heavily maintained the practice of tocathianism, strength and spiritualism are highly valued amongst those who lead the tribesman.

Four spirits were brought alongside the spirit-seekers that trailed the path of Saekanis. Totems in the image of the four spirits were carved by the founder of the Maloti tribe, Ehacatil. The four are reminiscent of known animals. Xotonal in the form of a vulture, Ixtlitli as a weasel, Eznite taking the shape of a bear and finally Tlalli the toad.
                                

All four used within prayers for different results. Xotonal for finding water, honouring sacrifices and to keep the tribe safe from weather droughts. Ixtitli, to vex enemies, make haste, or to escape dangerous situations. Eznite, when a tribesmen finds themselves in battle, for health, strength. Tlalli for solutions, wisdom and solace. It’s not uncommon for a member of the tribe to get a tattoo based on one of the four spirits when they successfully complete their coming of age ceremony and become a true warrior of the tribe.

                                      

The tribe was brought together after the four spirits that had followed Ehacatil were offered forth to be sacrificed to the plague wolf in an attempt to fully appease Saekanis. This sacrifice, and the following placation of Saekanis gave the shaman a suitable following to secure his position within the tribes. Although, a small sliver of essence remained within the totems, used primarily in rituals to gradually allow the four patron spirits to recover their strength and once again offer their insight to the tribe.

                                                                                          

While originally a subsidiary of the Moxtli, the Maloti tribe has now expanded its position within the tribes to a greater height, using the previous shamans accomplishments along with their ever-growing capabilities to further bolster their voices within the Moxtli decisions. Known for their alien sense of honor, each tribesman was responsible for their own sense of honor as long as it abided by the rules of tocathianism. If their honor mattered, their martial prowess would decide that.

                                      

Coming of Age

Tribe members are considered adults at the age of sixteen. While no-one will be ‘barred’ from adulthood, the ceremony typically involves at least one person speaking on behalf of the tribe members’ character and achievements. Failure to find a single person that can speak positively of you builds into a strong social stigma, requiring a truly heroic deed to remove.

Upon their sixteenth birthday the tribe member will receive a tattoo, typically one of the four spirits but others are not uncommon. The animal should represent the members personality. The unoriginal steadfast warriors’ mind might often default to a dragon or a wolf, with the bear the most common.

Roles Within The Tribe
                               

Chieftain: Leads the Maloti tribe and regarded as the strongest within the tribe who is deemed most likely to lead them to success. 
Shaman: Mediator of the tribe, the shaman organizes rituals and handles the matters of spiritualism. 
Enforcer: A seasoned warrior, given the responsibility of leading small groups of warriors.
Warrior: A member of the tribe who has dedicated themselves to ensuring the tribe's safety.
Apprentice: Student to the shaman, chosen to take over his duties within the future.

                                                                                                           

Anyone can have the backstory of being a member of the tribe when making into Moxtli. If you have any questions, feel free to DM me on discord! Myradin#6634