The Alizarin Order
The Alizarin Order «OATH» is an order of scholars and researchers chronicling the cultural history of Eorzea. They show a particular interest in Eorzea's lesser-known tribes, forgotten kingdoms, zealous beastmen, and cultural uses of aether and folkmagick.
The Alizarin Order was founded by Lady Frejyalen of Ruyalen, along with her betrothed Rahdias and brother-in-law Keyu. As the last Witch Queen at the fall of the Ruyalen Kingdom, Lady Frejyalen was determined to keep the culture and history of her people alive. Taking what they could of their religious tomes & cultural artifacts, they left their homeland to travel the realm and find a new home. As the three wandered the realm, experiencing the new lands for the first time, they realized that there were many diverse cultures and tribes around Eorzea and beyond that had little to no recorded history available to the common man. They wanted to study these peoples and made it their priority to chronicle all they could, so that none would be forgotten in the eras to come. After gathering more scholars and students to their cause, The Order was founded. They set up shop on the outskirts of Eastern Thanalan, calling their establishment "The Chalet of Epiphanies".
The Chalet is the home of the cultural library of the Order, and boarding house to its Savants and Guardians. There patrons can find research on many subjects, from beastkin studies to religiously-sanctioned substance use. On the upper floor is The Smoking Sphinx - a Tóbakk (hookah) lounge that serves tea, smoke & spirits to the locals of Eastern Thanalan and travelers passing through.
Contents
Member Ranks
Lorekeeper
- ♚ Frejyalen Ruyalen : The Lorekeeper of The Alizarin Order. When she is not sorting tomes in the library, she can be seen reading and drinking a cup of hot tea on her private balcony overlooking the grounds. It is Lady Frejyalen's responsibility to manage the affairs of The Order & their Chalet, keeping things running efficiently and providing assistance to their researchers. She is the strangely-wise-for-her-age mother of The Order.
Conservator
- ✪ Ayra Sagramore : A foreign woman who came recently to live in Eorzea; The multi-disciplined craftsman is the Conservator of The Order. As such, Ayra is in charge of the preservation and maintenance of artistic and cultural artifacts brought to the The Sphinx's Vault.
Savant
- ✪ Rahdias Zephyr : Rahdias is the fiance of Lady Frejyalen, and a Savant of The Order. His focused area of study is the Amaj'aal beastkin and their tribal culture, so he is often away for long stretches as he follows these tribes through the deserts of Thanalan.
- ✪ Giganziel Talres : A Savant of The Order who boards at The Chalet. A bard from the same homeland as Ayra, he labors to discover the secrets that Eorzea has to offer. With many a story to tell and proficient with the violin, he seems to have much knowledge and wisdom to offset his foul mouth.
Guardian
- ✪ Keyu Zephyr : As the brother-in-law and personal attendant of Lady Frejyalen, Keyu is in charge of managing the Guardians who protect the Savants and Students of The Order, as well as The Chalet itself. Though he is trained in the use of the great sword, Keyu prefers to settle an issue with as little violence as is necessary.
- ✪ Miounne Rondelet : An axe-wielding Guardian who was just after a bit of coin to keep her fed and drunk- Until she started to feel at home with the rag-tag bunch! She can most often be found drinking in the lounge or reading her coveted, racy novels in the yard.
Chalet Staff
- ✪ Euphoria Myrmelea : The hyperactive young barmaid of The Smoking Sphinx; while she does not have permanent lodgings at The Chalet, she can be found sleeping in the parlour or in the lounge. Quick with a bad joke or pun, her happy demeanor makes her a favorite among regulars.
- ✪ Raven Mimivachi : A lalafell boarder of few words, Raven is a young man who seeks his version of the meaning of strength. He is new to the Chalet and has yet to feel "at home", but beneath his seemingly tough and stoic appearance lies the heart of an awkward yet genuine person.
- ✪ Sylsey Allond : This young, mute miqo'te woman has been a tinkerer since she was a child, designing and building her own mammet companions to help her with speech and courier work. After being sent to deliver goods to The Order, she has become one of their most trusted couriers in the northern regions of Eorzea.
The Chalet of Epiphanies
In the outskirts of Eastern Thanalan, on a hilltop overlooking the entrance to Thal's Respite, is a large yet homely dwelling- a chalet hidden away from prying eyes.
You climb slowly toward the comforting scene, spying a puff of white smoke rising from the chimney, reminding you of how famished you've been for hours.
You follow the procession of stepping stones through the front gate; the emblem of a half-lion, half-woman with wings resides overhead.
Atop a short climb of steps is a set of double doors, painted a deep purple with wrought iron pulls.
Beside them in the grass stands a sign, with Eorzean script reading:
"The Chalet of Epiphanies - Cultural Library of Eorzea"
The Sphinx's Vault | cultural library
The Alizarin Order's archive of cultural research and historical reference is stored within The Sphinx's Vault.
The records and relics that wait on these shelves span topics including but not limited to:
- Cultural history of common Eorzea through-out the ages
- First-hand accounts of interaction with Beastkin
- Documentation of Beastkin beliefs, lore, and hierarchy
- Lesser known kingdoms & cultures of the main races
- Cultural uses of aether, alchemy, and magick
- Maps of aether currents and their affect on local communities
- Medicinal horticulture & the use of mind-altering substances for religious practices
- Archaeological evidence of historical culture & lifestyle
- Anthropological studies
Those of the scholarly variety who desire peace whilst they study will find themselves at home here.
(( For an IC attendant at the library, please /tell Queen Frejyalen or Ayra Sagramore! ))
The Smoking Sphinx | upper floor Tóbakk lounge
Whilst traversing the expansive lands of Eorzea, one must set aside time for rest and relaxation; our unique Tóbakk lounge aims to make that possible.
Whether you are in the mood for a cup of flavorful tea, a draw of fragrant smoke, or a vibrant flute of spirits, our lounge attendants will be sure to put you at ease!
The Smoking Sphinx offers exclusive house blends of Tóbakk, an herbal inhalant that has been cultivated for recreational use in many of the naturalistic cultures of the Realm.
Patrons are assured that all blends are safe, natural, and legal for consumption. A menu for the Tóbakk & spirits featured at The Smoking Sphinx will be coming soon!
(( For an IC attendant at the lounge, please /tell Euphoria Myrmelea or Ayra Sagramore! ))
Photo Gallery
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