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| − | Banished from their home-world after a bloody war with the [[Dominion]], the '''Granok''' are a race of skull-cracking, hard-charging galactic mercenaries that have come to Nexus to kick ass and drink beer |
+ | Banished from their home-world after a bloody war with the [[Dominion]], the '''Granok''' are a race of skull-cracking, hard-charging galactic mercenaries that have come to Nexus to kick ass and drink beer- not necessarily in that order. They are one of the four playable races in the [[Exiles]] faction. |
== History == |
== History == |
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| − | Several hundred years ago, Granok civilization on planet [[Gnox]] was |
+ | Several hundred years ago, Granok civilization on planet [[Gnox]] was primitive, with only limited levels of basic technology- but the Dominion saw great potential in these hulking giants of living stone, and sent [[Mechari]] ambassadors to facilitate their assimilation into the empire. The ambassadors offered the Granok trinkets and knowledge, asking only that they kneel and swear eternal loyalty to the empire in return. The Granok answered by smashing the Mechari into smoking piles of scrap. |
| − | The reigning emperor was infuriated by the news of his ambassadors' demise. He declared war on the Granok, and the mighty Dominion Legions were deployed from planet [[Cassus]]. They arrived on Gnox in overwhelming force, assuming they would quickly eradicate the natives. Armed with primitive weaponry, the fearless Granok warriors fought bravely - but |
+ | The reigning emperor was infuriated by the news of his ambassadors' demise. He declared war on the Granok, and the mighty Dominion Legions were deployed from planet [[Cassus]]. They arrived on Gnox in overwhelming force, assuming they would quickly eradicate the natives. Armed with primitive weaponry, the fearless Granok warriors fought bravely, forcing a stalemate for some months- but the tide inevitably turned in favor of the Dominion. |
Refusing to accept defeat, a young warlord named [[Commander Durek|Durek]] led daring raids into Dominion camps, stealing weapons, armor, and other powerful military hardware. Within a few weeks, the growing ranks of Granok insurgents began to turn the tide. Battered and bloody, the Legions were driven back to planet Cassus. |
Refusing to accept defeat, a young warlord named [[Commander Durek|Durek]] led daring raids into Dominion camps, stealing weapons, armor, and other powerful military hardware. Within a few weeks, the growing ranks of Granok insurgents began to turn the tide. Battered and bloody, the Legions were driven back to planet Cassus. |
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| − | + | Durek and his followers returned to the Granok High Council, victorious- but instead of being lauded as heroes, they were admonished for having betrayed the Way of Stone. Durek was branded the Stonebreaker, and he and all those who followed him were exiled and forced to leave Gnox on captured Dominion ships. |
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| + | They subsequently made a name for themselves as mercenaries-for-hire, talented and fierce warriors willing to fight for a price. |
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Having now thrown in their lot with the Exiles, Granok mercenaries lead the volunteer militias known as the [[Free Companies of Nexus]]. They still retain a deep-seated hatred for the Dominion, and are looking forward to settling the score in blood. |
Having now thrown in their lot with the Exiles, Granok mercenaries lead the volunteer militias known as the [[Free Companies of Nexus]]. They still retain a deep-seated hatred for the Dominion, and are looking forward to settling the score in blood. |
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== Biology == |
== Biology == |
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| + | Granok are silicone-based beings, and their insides are squishy. Their organs are made out of a substance that resembles clay. Their skeletons are also stone-like and hold up their heavy bodies remarkably well. Their rock-skin comes in a variety of colors, usually tending towards earthy browns, oranges and greys, though blue, green and pink are also known. |
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| − | Granok are silicone-based beings; their internals are soft and squishy, protected by a thick layer of rock-like skin. The phenomena is common to all fauna on Gnox. |
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| − | They live for a very, very long time; Durek Stonebreaker, for example, has lived and served as the head of FCON for over 300 years. Whatever their age, however, they all look muscular and fit, their bodies unchanging unless it is physically deformed, like a chunk of their head getting blown off. |
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| + | Granok live for a surprisingly long time, sometimes going past 900 years. Durek Stonebreaker was over 300 years old when Nexus was discovered. |
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| − | There are markings all over their rock-skin that resemble tribal tattoos. |
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| + | Granok males sometimes present with facial-hair-esque rocky growths on their faces, and sometimes even crystalline formations. Some Granok also grow plants on their heads to emulate hair; these plants are usually grown by Aurin onboard the Gambler's Ruin. Many Granok have carvings in their skin, a tradition that predates written history on Gnox. |
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| − | Granok may grow crystals, extra rock-skin, or even plants like leaves and moss on their heads and faces. |
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== Culture == |
== Culture == |
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| − | Granok live for three things: butting heads, drinking beer, and hooking up. They are |
+ | Granok live for three things: butting heads, drinking beer, and hooking up. They are overall blunt and to the point, preferring to shoot first and ask questions later. This can often cause clashes with the Aurin and Mordesh. |
=== Brewmasters === |
=== Brewmasters === |
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=== The Way of Stone === |
=== The Way of Stone === |
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| − | An ancient doctrine followed on Gnox |
+ | An ancient, quasi-religious doctrine followed on Gnox that forms the cornerstone of every (non-Exiled) Granok's life. The exact words are not known, but these two tenets are part of it: |
#You do not steal your enemy's weapons. You use the equipment your tribe and your hands have created, and nothing else. |
#You do not steal your enemy's weapons. You use the equipment your tribe and your hands have created, and nothing else. |
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#You will accept defeat with honor. Once it is obvious that you have no chance of winning, you will not resort to any dishonest tactics to turn the tides. |
#You will accept defeat with honor. Once it is obvious that you have no chance of winning, you will not resort to any dishonest tactics to turn the tides. |
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| + | The Granok on Gnox still follow these ancient guidelines, and any Granok that attempts to violate them is either admonished, exiled, or put to death, depending on the severity. Most Exiled Granok no longer follow these terms, having replaced them with the discipline of a military organization. |
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| − | Though presumably still followed on Gnox, the Granok in the Exile fleet have long abandoned this tradition. |
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| − | == Notes == |
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| − | * The leaf hairs and facial hairs were adopted by Granok when they became part of the Exiles, which they used plants from the greenhouses of Gambler's Ruin. |
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| − | * According to Loremageddon, Granoks are still present on Gnox but they have chosen to become isolated from galactic communities and barred any progress under the strict enforcement. |
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== Media == |
== Media == |
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=== Videos === |
=== Videos === |
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Revision as of 22:59, 18 August 2015
Banished from their home-world after a bloody war with the Dominion, the Granok are a race of skull-cracking, hard-charging galactic mercenaries that have come to Nexus to kick ass and drink beer- not necessarily in that order. They are one of the four playable races in the Exiles faction.
History
Several hundred years ago, Granok civilization on planet Gnox was primitive, with only limited levels of basic technology- but the Dominion saw great potential in these hulking giants of living stone, and sent Mechari ambassadors to facilitate their assimilation into the empire. The ambassadors offered the Granok trinkets and knowledge, asking only that they kneel and swear eternal loyalty to the empire in return. The Granok answered by smashing the Mechari into smoking piles of scrap.
The reigning emperor was infuriated by the news of his ambassadors' demise. He declared war on the Granok, and the mighty Dominion Legions were deployed from planet Cassus. They arrived on Gnox in overwhelming force, assuming they would quickly eradicate the natives. Armed with primitive weaponry, the fearless Granok warriors fought bravely, forcing a stalemate for some months- but the tide inevitably turned in favor of the Dominion.
Refusing to accept defeat, a young warlord named Durek led daring raids into Dominion camps, stealing weapons, armor, and other powerful military hardware. Within a few weeks, the growing ranks of Granok insurgents began to turn the tide. Battered and bloody, the Legions were driven back to planet Cassus.
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Durek and his followers returned to the Granok High Council, victorious- but instead of being lauded as heroes, they were admonished for having betrayed the Way of Stone. Durek was branded the Stonebreaker, and he and all those who followed him were exiled and forced to leave Gnox on captured Dominion ships.
They subsequently made a name for themselves as mercenaries-for-hire, talented and fierce warriors willing to fight for a price.
Having now thrown in their lot with the Exiles, Granok mercenaries lead the volunteer militias known as the Free Companies of Nexus. They still retain a deep-seated hatred for the Dominion, and are looking forward to settling the score in blood.
Biology
Granok are silicone-based beings, and their insides are squishy. Their organs are made out of a substance that resembles clay. Their skeletons are also stone-like and hold up their heavy bodies remarkably well. Their rock-skin comes in a variety of colors, usually tending towards earthy browns, oranges and greys, though blue, green and pink are also known.
Granok live for a surprisingly long time, sometimes going past 900 years. Durek Stonebreaker was over 300 years old when Nexus was discovered.
Granok males sometimes present with facial-hair-esque rocky growths on their faces, and sometimes even crystalline formations. Some Granok also grow plants on their heads to emulate hair; these plants are usually grown by Aurin onboard the Gambler's Ruin. Many Granok have carvings in their skin, a tradition that predates written history on Gnox.
Culture
Granok live for three things: butting heads, drinking beer, and hooking up. They are overall blunt and to the point, preferring to shoot first and ask questions later. This can often cause clashes with the Aurin and Mordesh.
Brewmasters
Beer is a very, very serious business among the Granok, and "Brewmaster" is not a title you hold lightly. Trained, educated, and masters of the art of brewing beer and other alcoholic drinks, Brewmasters ensure that their fellow Granok are kept with a constant supply of quality alcohol.
Every Granok-dominant settlement will have at least one Brewmaster.
The Way of Stone
An ancient, quasi-religious doctrine followed on Gnox that forms the cornerstone of every (non-Exiled) Granok's life. The exact words are not known, but these two tenets are part of it:
- You do not steal your enemy's weapons. You use the equipment your tribe and your hands have created, and nothing else.
- You will accept defeat with honor. Once it is obvious that you have no chance of winning, you will not resort to any dishonest tactics to turn the tides.
The Granok on Gnox still follow these ancient guidelines, and any Granok that attempts to violate them is either admonished, exiled, or put to death, depending on the severity. Most Exiled Granok no longer follow these terms, having replaced them with the discipline of a military organization.
Media
Videos
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