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<div style="font-size:10px; text-align:justify;"><font style="color:#313a2d;" size=2px;>Lore-wise there is very little known about Thavnair at this point and time, and much of this section is based around what little we do know alongside some personal headcanons. This section is also very likely to change at a later date once we receive more lore-based information (hopefully during Stormblood) on this mysterious little island!</font></div><br> | <div style="font-size:10px; text-align:justify;"><font style="color:#313a2d;" size=2px;>Lore-wise there is very little known about Thavnair at this point and time, and much of this section is based around what little we do know alongside some personal headcanons. This section is also very likely to change at a later date once we receive more lore-based information (hopefully during Stormblood) on this mysterious little island!</font></div><br> | ||
<div style="font-size:10px; text-align:justify;"><font style="color:#313a2d;" size=2px;>Thavnair, being a medium-sized island, surprises the world with its far-reach of luxuries and influence. Many of Eorzea’s alchemical advances are thanks-in-part to the research and supplies from the Radz-at-Han nation. Alongside alchemical influence, we see examples of Thavnairian culture in the beautiful, yet sturdy, collection of outfits and weaponry from this near-eastern state. It is suggested, then, that the people of Thavnair are also strong-willed and sturdy people to have not only survived, but thrived in the desert landscapes around them. There are hints that, much like Ul’dah, Thavnair is a state of wealth from its unique collection of exports with luxuries interwoven into all that they offer.</font></div><br> | <div style="font-size:10px; text-align:justify;"><font style="color:#313a2d;" size=2px;>Thavnair, being a medium-sized island, surprises the world with its far-reach of luxuries and influence. Many of Eorzea’s alchemical advances are thanks-in-part to the research and supplies from the Radz-at-Han nation. Alongside alchemical influence, we see examples of Thavnairian culture in the beautiful, yet sturdy, collection of outfits and weaponry from this near-eastern state. It is suggested, then, that the people of Thavnair are also strong-willed and sturdy people to have not only survived, but thrived in the desert landscapes around them. There are hints that, much like Ul’dah, Thavnair is a state of wealth from its unique collection of exports with luxuries interwoven into all that they offer.</font></div><br> | ||
− | <div style="font-size:10px; text-align:justify;"><font style="color:#313a2d;" size=2px;>For the sake of this Company’s existence, there is an assumption that their Courtesans would be much the same: strong, physically and mentally. Given the nature of such an island, it can be believed that the Courtesans would be expected to know how to pamper and care for the higher-class citizenry of Radz-at-Han, along with how to defend and support themselves. Radz-at-Han would likely have little need or tolerance for the uneducated, thus even their Courtesans would need to know a wide array of skills to make themselves useful to the state as well as their patrons.</font></div> | + | <div style="font-size:10px; text-align:justify;"><font style="color:#313a2d;" size=2px;>For the sake of this Company’s existence, there is an assumption that their Courtesans would be much the same: strong, physically and mentally. Given the nature of such an island, it can be believed that the Courtesans would be expected to know how to pamper and care for the higher-class citizenry of Radz-at-Han, along with how to defend and support themselves. Radz-at-Han would likely have little need or tolerance for the uneducated, thus even their Courtesans would need to know a wide array of skills to make themselves useful to the state as well as their patrons.</font></div> |
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<div align=center><table style="position:center; margin-top: 5px; padding-top: 8px; table-layout: fixed;" width="60%" cellspacing=15> | <div align=center><table style="position:center; margin-top: 5px; padding-top: 8px; table-layout: fixed;" width="60%" cellspacing=15> | ||
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− | <div style="font-size:10px; text-align:justify;"><font style="color:#313a2d;" size=2px;> | + | <div style="font-size:10px; text-align:justify;"><font style="color:#313a2d;" size=2px;>The first inspiration for this company comes in the form of the show “Firefly.” In the show, we are introduced to the character Inara, who works as a Companion. By definition of the show, a Companion is “a skilled, well-educated and well-respected member of a guild of professional courtesans/entertainers… While they do frequently engage in a form of state-sanctioned prostitution, they are nonetheless treated with a great deal of respect and deference by nearly everyone.” The education of these Companions is made prominent by Inara herself when she states, “A companion chooses her own clients, that's guild law. But physical appearance doesn't matter so terribly, you look for a compatibility of spirit."</font></div><br> |
− | <div style="font-size:10px; text-align:justify;"><font style="color:#313a2d;" size=2px;> | + | <div style="font-size:10px; text-align:justify;"><font style="color:#313a2d;" size=2px;>The idea of Courtesans being highly educated, well respected, and well trained, is what the Company bases itself around. A desire to create a truly high-class environment for both staff and patrons, wherein the Courtesans are viewed as an integral part of society rather than seen as something common or undesirable. Companions in Firefly are portrayed as high-society, regal, elegant, smart, and strong. A few important notes that also influenced the creation of the Company are as follows:</font></div><br> |
− | <div style="font-size:10px; text-align:justify;"><font style="color:#313a2d;" size=2px;> | + | <div style="font-size:10px; text-align:justify;"><font style="color:#313a2d;" size=2px;>“A Companion greets a client and bids that client farewell with ceremony, and the act of lovemaking is designed to make each client feel that he or she is special and valued - only one of the reasons an evening with a Companion is so highly sought after."</font></div></td> |
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− | <div style="font-size:10px; text-align:justify;"><font style="color:#313a2d;" size=2px;> | + | <div style="font-size:10px; text-align:justify;"><font style="color:#313a2d;" size=2px;>“Contracting with a Companion earns the client 'an evening of pleasure' that goes far beyond the sexual encounter. A Companion is trained to listen, to entertain, to soothe, and even to offer advice, for they are well-versed on any variety of subjects from politics to the economy. A Companion knows traditional and contemporary dance. They are skilled musicians, schooled in literature, and stay current with all significant newsworthy events. They have a high degree of empathy and are trained in psychology, so they can understand their client's needs."</font></div><br> |
− | <div style="font-size:10px; text-align:justify;"><font style="color:#313a2d;" size=2px;> | + | <div style="font-size:10px; text-align:justify;"><font style="color:#313a2d;" size=2px;>“The beauty, elegance, and skills of the Companions have earned them the highest respect in social circles. There is no stigma to bringing a Companion to a party, as doing so proves you have both money and the ability to impress the Guild."</font></div><br> |
− | <div style="font-size:10px; text-align:justify;"><font style="color:#313a2d;" size=2px;> | + | <div style="font-size:10px; text-align:justify;"><font style="color:#313a2d;" size=2px;>Information from: http://firefly.wikia.com/wiki/Companion%27s_Guild (It’s a good read!)</font></div></td> |
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ᣀᣀ Thavnairian Luxuries ᣁᣁ
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ᣀᣀ From Eorzea to Space (Firefly Inspiration) ᣁᣁ
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ᣀᣀ The Keeper's Rest - A History ᣁᣁ
∭∭ IC & OOC Etiquitte ∭∭
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ᣀᣀ The High House ᣁᣁ
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ᣀᣀ OOC Positions ᣁᣁ
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ᣀᣀ Unfriendly Terms ᣁᣁ
ᣀᣀ How to Join ᣁᣁ
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