The Tribes of the Badiya
Structure
Each tribe works only within itself. In The Land's tribal hierarchy, the Chief leads, supported by the Shaman's spiritual guidance and the Warrior Chief's defense prowess. The Elder Council provides wisdom, while the Huntmaster secures food. The trade ambassador manages the limited external relations, and a mediator resolves conflicts, ensuring the tribe's cohesion and survival.
Demography and Population
Most of the humanoid population of the Lands are humans, however they are clearly affected by the Lands themselves, having very lightly colored eyes, bronze-tan-shimmering skin, and smooth silky raven-black hair. However, the vast majority of the tribes people, regardless of gender, cover their hair, to keep it safe from the sandstorms. Hair is seen as one of the most important parts of a person, and cutting it causes dishonor. Banished people or those that have brought dishonor on their tribe are forced to shave their hair if they even wish to have a chance at redemption.
There are many tribes in the Lands, some prominent ones are:
Roninhan Tribe: Known for their nomadic lifestyle, the Roninhan roam the desert in search of new horizons and experiences. They are also skilled traders, often bartering goods and stories with other tribes they encounter on their journeys. The most trusted tribe in the Lands, they have no enemies, and the representitive of the Lands in Khanatba is from the Roninhan. The Badiya representitive in the Zakaran council of Khanatba has always been from Roninhan.
Zaatari Tribe: Skilled artisans who harness the desert's heat to craft exquisite metalwork and jewelry, the Zaatari are renowned for their fiery festivals, where they showcase their craftsmanship and celebrate the desert's warmth and light.
Elkhani Tribe: Protectors of the desert's precious water sources, the Elkhani maintain and defend the oases that sustain life in the arid landscape. Apart from their role as guardians, they are expert water harvesters, employing ancient techniques to collect and store precious rainwater for times of drought.
Istaran Tribe: Revered for their knowledge of the night sky, the Istaran navigate the desert by the stars and interpret celestial omens. Their expertise in celestial matters is complemented by their nomadic lifestyle, guiding travelers through the desert by day and night with remarkable accuracy.
Qa'ra Tribe: Masters of stealth and camouflage, the Qa'ra blend seamlessly with the desert terrain, their presence unnoticed by all but the keenest observers. They are also expert trackers, able to follow the faintest traces of footprints or scent trails across the desert sands.
Nazmah Tribe: Shamans with a deep connection to the desert's elemental forces, the Nazmah commune with the wind to guide their tribe and invoke protection. They are also skilled healers, using desert herbs and ancient remedies to treat ailments and injuries within their tribe.
Dhulifar Tribe: Fierce warriors wielding the legendary Dhulifar blades, the Dhulifar are feared and respected for their skill in battle. They are also respected artisans, crafting their legendary blades with precision and care, each one a work of art.
Nabariyah Tribe: Guardians of ancient knowledge and wisdom, the Nabariyah preserve the traditions and teachings passed down through generations. They are also skilled storytellers, passing down tales of heroism and legend from generation to generation.
Asharin Tribe: Nomadic traders who journey across the desert, the Asharin trade goods and stories with distant tribes and settlements. They are also skilled diplomats, forging alliances and negotiating treaties with neighboring tribes for mutual benefit.
Sura'i Tribe: Celebrated for their mesmerizing dances that evoke the rhythm of the desert, the Sura'i entertain and enchant all who witness their performances.They are also adept musicians, their melodies echoing across the desert sands during festive gatherings.
Lanali Tribe: Mystics and seers who hold secret knowledge of the desert's hidden depths, the Lanali guide travelers through the darkness with their foresight. They are also skilled astronomers, mapping the night sky and predicting celestial events with remarkable accuracy.
Barawiy'yah Tribe: Wanderers and explorers who venture into the far reaches of the desert, the Barawiy'yah seek adventure and discovery in the unknown. They are also skilled explorers, mapping uncharted territories and discovering hidden oases and ancient ruins.
Savabah Tribe: Sky gazers and astronomers who study the stars and planets, the Savabah unlock the secrets of the cosmos with their observations. They are also skilled navigators, using celestial navigation to guide their tribe through the desert with precision.
Varqiyah Tribe: Brave warriors who ride thundering steeds across the desert, the Varqiyah strike fear into the hearts of their enemies with their thunderous charges. They are also expert horse breeders, raising and training their steeds from birth.
Sharsi Tribe: Wise scholars and sages who seek enlightenment in the desert's harsh light, the Sharsi impart knowledge and guidance to all who seek it. They are also skilled educators, running desert schools where they teach the youth of their tribe about history, culture, and survival.
Nidir Tribe: Traders and merchants who deal in rare and exotic goods, the Nidir bring wealth and prosperity to their tribe through their shrewd business dealings. They are also skilled appraisers, able to discern the true value of rare artifacts and relics found within the desert.
Hilul Tribe: Protectors of ancient artifacts and relics, the Hilul safeguard the desert's treasures from those who would seek to plunder them. They are also skilled archaeologists, excavating ancient sites and uncovering the secrets buried beneath the sands.
Muntariq Tribe: Celebrated for their valor and bravery in battle, the Muntariq have never been defeated in combat and are feared by all who oppose them. They are also skilled strategists, planning their battles with cunning and precision to ensure victory.
Asawiranah Tribe: Courageous hunters and trackers who roam the desert in search of prey, the Asawiranah embody the spirit of the lion in their ferocity and strength. They are also skilled trackers, able to follow the faintest traces of their prey across the desert landscape.
Ghura Tribe: Observers and scouts who keep a vigilant eye on the desert's horizon, the Ghura warn their tribe of approaching danger and opportunity alike. They are also skilled navigators, able to guide their tribe through the desert using landmarks and celestial cues.
These descriptions ignore any inter-tribe relations, confilcts, and opinions of each other.
There are many tribes in the Lands, some prominent ones are:
Roninhan Tribe: Known for their nomadic lifestyle, the Roninhan roam the desert in search of new horizons and experiences. They are also skilled traders, often bartering goods and stories with other tribes they encounter on their journeys. The most trusted tribe in the Lands, they have no enemies, and the representitive of the Lands in Khanatba is from the Roninhan. The Badiya representitive in the Zakaran council of Khanatba has always been from Roninhan.
Zaatari Tribe: Skilled artisans who harness the desert's heat to craft exquisite metalwork and jewelry, the Zaatari are renowned for their fiery festivals, where they showcase their craftsmanship and celebrate the desert's warmth and light.
Elkhani Tribe: Protectors of the desert's precious water sources, the Elkhani maintain and defend the oases that sustain life in the arid landscape. Apart from their role as guardians, they are expert water harvesters, employing ancient techniques to collect and store precious rainwater for times of drought.
Istaran Tribe: Revered for their knowledge of the night sky, the Istaran navigate the desert by the stars and interpret celestial omens. Their expertise in celestial matters is complemented by their nomadic lifestyle, guiding travelers through the desert by day and night with remarkable accuracy.
Qa'ra Tribe: Masters of stealth and camouflage, the Qa'ra blend seamlessly with the desert terrain, their presence unnoticed by all but the keenest observers. They are also expert trackers, able to follow the faintest traces of footprints or scent trails across the desert sands.
Nazmah Tribe: Shamans with a deep connection to the desert's elemental forces, the Nazmah commune with the wind to guide their tribe and invoke protection. They are also skilled healers, using desert herbs and ancient remedies to treat ailments and injuries within their tribe.
Dhulifar Tribe: Fierce warriors wielding the legendary Dhulifar blades, the Dhulifar are feared and respected for their skill in battle. They are also respected artisans, crafting their legendary blades with precision and care, each one a work of art.
Nabariyah Tribe: Guardians of ancient knowledge and wisdom, the Nabariyah preserve the traditions and teachings passed down through generations. They are also skilled storytellers, passing down tales of heroism and legend from generation to generation.
Asharin Tribe: Nomadic traders who journey across the desert, the Asharin trade goods and stories with distant tribes and settlements. They are also skilled diplomats, forging alliances and negotiating treaties with neighboring tribes for mutual benefit.
Sura'i Tribe: Celebrated for their mesmerizing dances that evoke the rhythm of the desert, the Sura'i entertain and enchant all who witness their performances.They are also adept musicians, their melodies echoing across the desert sands during festive gatherings.
Lanali Tribe: Mystics and seers who hold secret knowledge of the desert's hidden depths, the Lanali guide travelers through the darkness with their foresight. They are also skilled astronomers, mapping the night sky and predicting celestial events with remarkable accuracy.
Barawiy'yah Tribe: Wanderers and explorers who venture into the far reaches of the desert, the Barawiy'yah seek adventure and discovery in the unknown. They are also skilled explorers, mapping uncharted territories and discovering hidden oases and ancient ruins.
Savabah Tribe: Sky gazers and astronomers who study the stars and planets, the Savabah unlock the secrets of the cosmos with their observations. They are also skilled navigators, using celestial navigation to guide their tribe through the desert with precision.
Varqiyah Tribe: Brave warriors who ride thundering steeds across the desert, the Varqiyah strike fear into the hearts of their enemies with their thunderous charges. They are also expert horse breeders, raising and training their steeds from birth.
Sharsi Tribe: Wise scholars and sages who seek enlightenment in the desert's harsh light, the Sharsi impart knowledge and guidance to all who seek it. They are also skilled educators, running desert schools where they teach the youth of their tribe about history, culture, and survival.
Nidir Tribe: Traders and merchants who deal in rare and exotic goods, the Nidir bring wealth and prosperity to their tribe through their shrewd business dealings. They are also skilled appraisers, able to discern the true value of rare artifacts and relics found within the desert.
Hilul Tribe: Protectors of ancient artifacts and relics, the Hilul safeguard the desert's treasures from those who would seek to plunder them. They are also skilled archaeologists, excavating ancient sites and uncovering the secrets buried beneath the sands.
Muntariq Tribe: Celebrated for their valor and bravery in battle, the Muntariq have never been defeated in combat and are feared by all who oppose them. They are also skilled strategists, planning their battles with cunning and precision to ensure victory.
Asawiranah Tribe: Courageous hunters and trackers who roam the desert in search of prey, the Asawiranah embody the spirit of the lion in their ferocity and strength. They are also skilled trackers, able to follow the faintest traces of their prey across the desert landscape.
Ghura Tribe: Observers and scouts who keep a vigilant eye on the desert's horizon, the Ghura warn their tribe of approaching danger and opportunity alike. They are also skilled navigators, able to guide their tribe through the desert using landmarks and celestial cues.
These descriptions ignore any inter-tribe relations, confilcts, and opinions of each other.
Capital
Training Level
Semi-trained
Government System
Tribalism
Controlled Territories
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