The Drenai Ysi is a Ysi (Clan) associated with Tsenlan in the Yamatai Star Empire. Drenai Ysi is a martial clan, renowned for their swordsmen. They are subordinates of the Caeyara and Eitan Ysi with a tradition of serving as bodyguards and aides.
| Drenai Ysi | |
|---|---|
| “Os byli, Si mys”1) | |
| Faction | Yamatai Star Empire |
| Sub-Faction | Tsenlan |
| Organization | Tsenlan State Quorum |
| Family Leader | Eilene Drenai |
| Formation | BYE 350 |
| Current Year | YE 44 |
| Currency | Bellflower Note(KS) |
| Custodians | Wolf626 and a deleted user |
The Drenai as a Ysi began in the middle of Falcon Movement, when one Norian outcast from his Ysi took part in the early GATE experiments, being one of the first to volunteer to go through, seeking glory to his name, driven to spur his old family. When asked why he volunteered, the man simply shrugged, claiming that he was bored. This man put down his name as Drenai.
Despite his cavalier attitude, or rather because of it, Drenai grew to become one of the best pathfinders of the experiments. But it was his relation with Caecyan Eitan that became more peculiar. Though at first, the Norian seemed to regard the future Emperor as a 'conceited bookworm', after an unkown incident, the opinion had flipped completely with the arrogant blustering fighter of before now regarding Caecyan as an equal, if not superior.
Later, as the world government formed, Drenai became one of the first bodyguards of the Aestaesys and Aester. And soon after, created his own Ysi, much like his friend had.
Thus Drenai Ysi was formed. With Drenai himself, being a great martial artist and surprisingly eloquent philosopher, the Ysi grew to gain a reputation of warrior monks. Many of the Ysi could be found in Noria's military, as well as law enforcement branches. Some would go on to became priests and priestesses of the Tsenlanese Religion. Others would become students and teachers of the arts. It is said that a good Drenai should be able to defeat any sentient in a swordfight, pray fo his opponent and write a poem about it.
The Ysi remained an ally of the then Eitan Ysi through their trials and tribulations, often times dying besides their masters, such was their devotion to honoring the friendship of their originators. This bond continues to this very day with the Drenai having followed them to a new galaxy.
The Drenai Ysi are generally adherant to the Norian Culture with an emphasis on martial exploits and artistry. This is best represented in their family heirloom a pure Niranium sword called “Tal-Karak”.2)
As a martially focused clan they favor the use of cloaks, long coats, ponchos and half capes with tight clothing underneath instead of the regular robes, as one can discard them more quickly if need be. Still, they emblazon their cloths with the same patterns as Tsenlanese Civilian Clothing. They also favor the Vyl Vyr Boots for their sturdiness.
In matters of religion, the drenai hold two of the Espra in highest regard of all Espra, Artemisia and Tog, as a parallel to their dual affinity for war and art.
The Drenai in general, practice these five Phaloam, having assigned them each an element of the universe:
Notable members of the Drenai Ysi:
The Drenai Ysi has made the following friends:
Check out the guide to Creating A Norian Character.
Wolf626 created this article on 2022/11/01 16:15.