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 See also,<br>
 [[Humanoid]]<br>
-[[The Adventure]]<br>
+[[Iron Age]]<br>
-[[The Iron Age]]
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 See also,<br>
 [[Humanoid]]<br>
-[[The Adventure]]
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	For lack of a more universal term, '''braves''' are non-levelled clan warriors who possess [[Hit Points\|hit points]] in excess of ¾ the maximum possible for their [[Hit Dice\|hit dice]]. For example, a humanoid with d8 [[Hit Points per Die\|hit points per hit die]] would be considered a "brave" if they had 7 or 8 hit points (6 would be exactly ¾ and therefore insufficient to qualify). A clan's '''[[War Party\|war party]]''' consists of all its braves, led by a chosen [[Leader\|leader]].		For lack of a more universal term, '''braves''' are non-levelled clan warriors who possess [[Hit Points\|hit points]] in excess of ¾ the maximum possible for their [[Hit Dice\|hit dice]]. For example, a humanoid with d8 [[Hit Points per Die\|hit points per hit die]] would be considered a "brave" if they had 7 or 8 hit points (6 would be exactly ¾ and therefore insufficient to qualify). A clan's '''[[War Party\|war party]]''' consists of all its braves, led by a chosen [[Leader\|leader]].

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	Braves take part in hunts, often acting as beaters, as they are most likely to confront prey face-to-face as it is driven into the open. Their courage earns them high regard within the clan. Their daily activities include [[Scouting (sage study)\|scouting]], crafting weapons and tools, and embarking on extended journeys of 2-8 days, often venturing far from [[Camp\|camp]] in search of game or patrolling the clan's territory.		Braves take part in hunts, often acting as beaters, as they are most likely to confront prey face-to-face as it is driven into the open. Their courage earns them high regard within the clan. Their daily activities include [[Scouting (sage study)\|scouting]], crafting weapons and tools, and embarking on extended journeys of 2-8 days, often venturing far from [[Camp\|camp]] in search of game or patrolling the clan's territory.

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 Clans are groups of humanoids united by actual or perceived family descent. They typically number between 20 and 50 members. In primitive regions, these are [[Hunting (technology)|hunter-gatherers]], but they are more commonly known as cottagers who form agricultural hamlets. The clan functions as a smaller, integral part of a broader society, such as a [[Tribe|tribe]], [[Chiefdom (entity)|chiefdom]], [[Nation|nation]] or [[List of Political Entities|kingdom]].
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 == Leadership ==
-Clans are led by single individuals, siblings, or an agreement of [[Council of Elders|elders]], depending on the number of '''[[Leader|leaders]]''' present.  A "leader" is a [[Experience Level|levelled]] character who has reached at least '''1st level''' — typically as a [[Fighter (class)|fighter]]—through combat and experience rather than traditional [[Character Class|fighter training]].   Most have significant knowledge in the field of [[Leadership (sage field)|leadership]].  Due to the loose organisation of clans and the frequent presence of multiple leaders, power structures tend to be egalitarian. Any attempts to assert dominance through force are generally met with resistance and defiance.
+Clans are led by single individuals, siblings or an agreement of [[Council of Elders|elders]], depending on the number of '''[[Leader|leaders]]''' present.  A "leader" is a [[Experience Level|levelled]] character who has reached at least '''1st level''' — typically as a [[Fighter (class)|fighter]] — through combat and experience rather than traditional [[Character Class|fighter training]].   Most have significant knowledge in the field of [[Leadership (sage field)|leadership]].  Due to the loose organisation of clans and the frequent presence of multiple leaders, power structures tend to be egalitarian. Any attempts to assert dominance through force are generally met with resistance and defiance.
-Nominally, a single leader may be recognised as the [[Strength (ability stat)|strongest]] member and referred to as "headman" or "headwoman"—the acknowledged figurehead of the clan. In cases where two leaders hold authority, they may be "siblings" either in name or in fact, sharing the role equally and collectively calling themselves "headmen" or "headwomen." However, the head figure is not necessarily the most physically powerful; a clan may just as easily prize [[Intelligence (ability stat)|intelligence]] or [[Wisdom (ability stat)|wisdom]], allowing an elder or a particularly cunning member to take the lead.
+Nominally, a single leader may be recognised as the [[Strength (ability stat)|strongest]] member and referred to as "headman" or "headwoman" — the acknowledged figurehead of the clan. In cases where two leaders hold authority, they may be "siblings" either in name or in fact, sharing the role equally and collectively calling themselves "headmen" or "headwomen." However, the head figure is not necessarily the most physically powerful; a clan may just as easily prize [[Intelligence (ability stat)|intelligence]] or [[Wisdom (ability stat)|wisdom]], allowing an elder or a particularly cunning member to take the lead.
-The headman’s role is to uphold tradition, give approval for daily activities, and most importantly, recognise and reward those within the clan who have acted well. Their function is supportive and affirming rather than authoritative or dictatorial, ensuring harmony and cooperation among members.
+The headman's role is to uphold tradition, give approval for daily activities and most importantly, recognise and reward those within the clan who have acted well. Their function is supportive and affirming rather than authoritative or dictatorial, ensuring harmony and cooperation among members.
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 These are the steadfast providers of the clan, possessing between ⅜ and ¾ of the maximum possible [[Hit Points|hit points]] for their [[Hit Dice|hit dice]]. They are entrusted with the crucial role of bringing down prey once it has been driven into the open and are relied upon to defend the clan's encampment in times of danger. While they do not participate in raids, they take part in larger [[Clan (group)#Tribes|tribal war parties]] when called upon.
-Respected as the strongest pillar of the community, hunters are essential for the clan’s survival. Their daily activities include [[Hunting (sage ability)|hunting]] game, [[Catch Fishing (sage ability)|fishing]], and [[Foraging (sage ability)|foraging]] for edible plants and resources. Though they do not carry the same prestige as the [[Braves|braves]], they form the backbone of the clan, ensuring a stable [[Food|food]] supply and providing for those who cannot hunt for themselves.
+Respected as the strongest pillar of the community, hunters are essential for the clan's survival. Their daily activities include [[Hunting (sage ability)|hunting]] game, [[Catch Fishing (sage ability)|fishing]] and [[Foraging (sage ability)|foraging]] for edible plants and resources. Though they do not carry the same prestige as the [[Braves|braves]], they form the backbone of the clan, ensuring a stable [[Food|food]] supply and providing for those who cannot hunt for themselves.
 == Caretaker ==
-These essential members of the clan are dedicated to the upkeep of daily life and the well-being of its people. They provide support in maintaining the [[Camp|camp]] or [[Homestead|homestead]], tending to the young, caring for the elderly, gathering food, and preparing meals through their knowledge of [[Cooking (sage ability)|cooking]]. Additionally, they may be responsible for the management and protection of [[Animal Husbandry|herd animals]] where applicable.
+These essential members of the clan are dedicated to the upkeep of daily life and the well-being of its people. They provide support in maintaining the [[Camp|camp]] or [[Homestead|homestead]], tending to the young, caring for the elderly, gathering food and preparing meals through their knowledge of [[Cooking (sage ability)|cooking]]. Additionally, they may be responsible for the management and protection of [[Animal Husbandry|herd animals]] where applicable.
-These individuals possess hit points equal to '''½ the maximum possible''' for their [[Hit Dice|hit dice]] or less. While they are not warriors, their efforts sustain the community, ensuring that those who hunt, fight, or scout can focus on their duties without concern for their families and resources. Caretakers do not engage in combat unless the clan is directly attacked, in which case they defend themselves and their kin to the best of their ability.
+These individuals possess hit points equal to '''½ the maximum possible''' for their [[Hit Dice|hit dice]] or less. While they are not warriors, their efforts sustain the community, ensuring that those who hunt, fight or scout can focus on their duties without concern for their families and resources. Caretakers do not engage in combat unless the clan is directly attacked, in which case they defend themselves and their kin to the best of their ability.
 == Dependents ==
-These are members of the clan who lack the physical ability to contribute significantly to the clan’s survival. This group consists of the elderly, who are too weak to perform tasks requiring strenuous movement or heavy labour, and children, who are not yet capable of assuming the responsibilities of caretakers. Despite their limitations, they are not idle; both elders and children perform light tasks such as [[Weaving (sage ability)|mending]], crafting small tools, and assisting in minor domestic duties.
+These are members of the clan who lack the physical ability to contribute significantly to the clan's survival. This group consists of the elderly, who are too weak to perform tasks requiring strenuous movement or heavy labour, and children, who are not yet capable of assuming the responsibilities of caretakers. Despite their limitations, they are not idle; both elders and children perform light tasks such as [[Weaving (sage ability)|mending]], crafting small tools and assisting in minor domestic duties.
 Due to the harsh realities of primitive life, the number of dependents within a clan is carefully regulated. In times of scarcity, the clan may be unable to support those who cannot contribute. Primitive societies often practice [[Birth Control (sage ability)|birth control]] and [[Infanticide|child exposure]], spacing out births to ensure that food and resources are not overly strained. If conditions worsen, weak or sickly infants may be left to perish. Likewise, elders in failing health may choose to self-sacrifice, leaving the clan voluntarily when they become a burden.
-Dependents do not have set daily activities, instead assisting where possible and relying on the generosity of the rest of the clan for their survival. Their knowledge and experience, particularly that of the elders, remain valuable, and they may offer guidance, wisdom, and storytelling that preserves the history and traditions of the clan.
+Dependents do not have set daily activities, instead assisting where possible and relying on the generosity of the rest of the clan for their survival. Their knowledge and experience, particularly that of the elders, remain valuable and they may offer guidance, [[Wisdom (ability stat)|wisdom]] and [[Storytelling (sage ability)|storytelling]] that preserves the history and traditions of the clan.
 == Shaman ==
-The benefits of [[Shamanism|shamanism]] is rare among clans, usually occurring at a [[Tribe|tribal]] level.  Roughly one in three clans may count a shaman among their [[Clan (group)#Dependents|dependents]]. Unlike trained spellcasters, shamans do not possess formal instruction in magic, nor can they [[Spellcasting|cast spells]] or [[Cantrips (sage ability)|cantrips]]. Instead, their power stems from their ability to enter an [[Mysticism (technology)|altered state of consciousness]], allowing them to commune with the unseen forces of nature. Through ritual, trance, and [[Wild Magic|wild magic]], they invoke supernatural influences to heal, divine the future, or manipulate fate.
+The benefits of [[Shamanism|shamanism]] is rare among clans, usually occurring at a [[Tribe|tribal]] level.  Roughly one in three clans may count a shaman among their [[Clan (group)#Dependents|dependents]]. Unlike trained spellcasters, shamans do not possess formal instruction in magic, nor can they [[Spellcasting|cast spells]] or [[Cantrips (sage ability)|cantrips]]. Instead, their power stems from their ability to enter an [[Mysticism (technology)|altered state of consciousness]], allowing them to commune with the unseen forces of nature. Through ritual, trance and [[Wild Magic|wild magic]], they invoke supernatural influences to heal, divine the future or manipulate fate.
-Shamans possess a variable number of [[Hit Points|hit points]], treated as a 1st-level [[Cleric (class)|cleric]]. Though physically frail compared to warriors, their role within the clan is one of spiritual guidance rather than combat. They are often revered as seers, healers, and intermediaries between the physical and spirit worlds.
+Shamans possess a variable number of [[Hit Points|hit points]], treated as a 1st-level [[Cleric (class)|cleric]]. Though physically frail compared to warriors, their role within the clan is one of spiritual guidance rather than combat. They are often revered as seers, healers and intermediaries between the physical and spirit worlds.
-Their daily activities are largely sedentary, consisting of [[Meditation (sage ability)|meditation]], the collection of herbs and the performance of minor rituals. Many engage in rhythmic singing or playing of simple instruments, which aids in achieving trance-like states. While shamans rarely take part in direct labour, their presence is integral to the clan'’s spiritual life, providing insight, performing funerary rites and [[Bless (spell)|blessing]] hunts or raids before they commence.
+Their daily activities are largely sedentary, consisting of [[Meditation (sage ability)|meditation]], the collection of herbs and the performance of minor rituals. Many engage in rhythmic singing or playing of simple instruments, which aids in achieving trance-like states. While shamans rarely take part in direct labour, their presence is integral to the clan's spiritual life, providing insight, performing funerary rites and [[Bless (spell)|blessing]] hunts or raids before they commence.
 == Tribal Structure ==
-Though clans function independently in daily life, they come together at designated times of the year for festivals, marking seasonal changes or significant [[Religion|religious]] observances. In more settled regions, these gatherings take place in a central hamlet or at a naturally occurring meeting ground, such as a lakeside, a sheltered valley, or an offshore island. These events serve multiple purposes: they provide opportunities for marriage, facilitate [[Barter Economy|barter]] between clans and allow [[Clan (group)#Shaman|shamans]] to exchange knowledge and discoveries. The presence of at least one shaman at each meeting ensures the continuity of oral traditions and shared spiritual practices. Occasionally, a shaman may choose to leave their clan and join another, bringing their skills and wisdom to new kin.
+Though clans function independently in daily life, they come together at designated times of the year for festivals, marking seasonal changes or significant [[Religion|religious]] observances. In more settled regions, these gatherings take place in a central hamlet or at a naturally occurring meeting ground, such as a lakeside, a sheltered valley or an offshore island. These events serve multiple purposes: they provide opportunities for marriage, facilitate [[Barter Economy|barter]] between clans and allow [[Clan (group)#Shaman|shamans]] to exchange knowledge and discoveries. The presence of at least one shaman at each meeting ensures the continuity of oral traditions and shared spiritual practices. Occasionally, a shaman may choose to leave their clan and join another, bringing their skills and wisdom to new kin.
-A '''tribe''' consists of 2 to 5 clans that traditionally align through kinship, geography, or shared customs. The tribe is led by a '''chieftain''', supported by two '''[[Sub-chief|sub-chiefs]]'''. Together, they form an additional, separate clan structure composed of 1 to 4 leaders and additional members fulfilling the same roles as in other clans. Though day-to-day governance remains with individual clans, the chieftain holds authority in matters that affect the entire tribe, such as territorial disputes, alliances or coordinated defence.
+A '''tribe''' consists of 2 to 5 clans that traditionally align through kinship, geography or shared customs. The tribe is led by a '''chieftain''', supported by two '''[[Sub-chief|sub-chiefs]]'''. Together, they form an additional, separate clan structure composed of 1 to 4 leaders and additional members fulfilling the same roles as in other clans. Though day-to-day governance remains with individual clans, the chieftain holds authority in matters that affect the entire tribe, such as territorial disputes, alliances or coordinated defence.
 Tribal war parties are rare and are only formed when conflict with other tribes or races is unavoidable. In such cases, the war party is composed of 1 leader from each of 3 to 6 clans, every available [[Clan (group)#Braves|brave]], and 9 out of every 10 [[Clan (group)#Hunters|hunters]]. These warriors are expected to return to their clans once the conflict has ended, as prolonged warfare is detrimental to the tribe's survival.

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 ==== Caretaker ====
-These members of the clan help with the activities of daily living.  Daily activities include assistance with maintaining the camp or homestead, caring for the young, gathering food, [[Cooking (sage ability)|cooking]], the elderly and with herd animals.  They will have hit points equal to ½ the maximum hit points possible ''or less''.  These members of the clan do not fight unless attacked.
+These members of the clan help with the activities of daily living.  Daily activities include assistance with maintaining the camp or homestead, caring for the young, gathering [[Food|food]], [[Cooking (sage ability)|cooking]], the elderly and with herd animals.  They will have hit points equal to ½ the maximum hit points possible ''or less''.  These members of the clan do not fight unless attacked.
 ==== Dependents ====

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 ==== Leadership ====
-Clans are led by single persons, siblings or an agreement of [[Council of Elders|elders]], depending on how many "'''[[Leader|leaders]]'''" are present.  A ''leader'' is a [[Experience Level|levelled]] character who has reached at least '''1st level''' — usually as a [[Fighter (class)|fighter]] — through combat and experience rather than traditional [[Character Class|fighter training]].  Because clans have a loose organization, and because there will usually be more than one leader, their power structure is usually egalitarian.  Attempts to control others by force would be met with aggression and disobedience.
+Clans are led by single persons, siblings or an agreement of [[Council of Elders|elders]], depending on how many "'''[[Leader|leaders]]'''" are present.  A ''leader'' is a [[Experience Level|levelled]] character who has reached at least '''1st level''' — usually as a [[Fighter (class)|fighter]] — through combat and experience rather than traditional [[Character Class|fighter training]].  Because clans have a loose organisation, and because there will usually be more than one leader, their power structure is usually egalitarian.  Attempts to control others by force would be met with aggression and disobedience.
 Nominally, therefore, a single leader may be recognized as the [[Strength (ability stat)|strongest]] member and be called "headman" or "headwoman" — the nominal leader of the clan.  Two leaders may be "siblings," either in fact or in name, together calling themselves "headmen" or women while sharing authority.  The headman or woman may not be the strongest levelled character; perhaps [[Intelligence (ability stat)|intelligence]] or [[Wisdom (ability stat)|wisdom]] is prized by the elders.