inter Kith relations

[raggidman]

So far we have concentrated on 'factions' within the Region - this state, that gang, etc ... but what about the presentation of attitudes and reactions of different kiths of Khajiit to each other?

Do the different Kith (the different kinds of Khajiit born at different phases of the Moons) form associations or organisations within Khajiit society?

We know that the Mane is generally revered. He forms a kith all on his own.

But how are the cat-sized Khajiit - is there a belief about why are they cat sized other than it is the phase of the Moons? And do other Khajiit respect and/or them more than Senchal?

Also how do they fit into khajiit society - as spies? as free-raoming hunters, as welcome guests wherever they go ...

This gets pinned for a bit to encourage specualtion and your ideas - go for it.

[Ja-Kha'jay]

About the Alfiq and Alfiq-raht (the housecat sized ones): I think its mixed unit tactics that says these smaller varieties might be good spellcasters. In which case they might hang out around the Mages Guild, or a faction of their own if the Mages Guild won't take em as they cant speak Tamrielic. In Orcrest, I have a few small shelter type structures to cater for such small kitties and a bowl of meat, to show that even though they are small, they are still khajiit and are looked after. They would make good rat catchers, and given their miniscule size, can get into small places many of the other varieties can't. they would be pretty ubiquitous throughout Elsweyr.

The Senche and the Senche-raht. These lagre quadrupedal cats are mainly ridden by other khajiit, cannot speak Tamrielic (Or Ta'agra maybe?) Because of this, they are treated as lesser beings by Non-Khajiit. ONe would not want to insult one though, as their strength is a force to be reckoned with (I should know, one of Gryphe's Senches beat me up). These large Cats are rare, and are usually in the presence of a "Sugar-Mate" usually a litter-mate who acts as a go-between for the enormous cats and everyone else. These Khajiit make excellent travellers (PErhaps the gigantic Senche-raht would be used like a stilt strider?)

The Tojay and Tojay-raht we know very little about. they are smaller than the stock Oblivion Cathay, we think. I think they might make excellent potion masters, having a natural eye for medicinal (and non-medicinal herbs). They are mainly found around Tenmar Forest, which have a high variety of poisonous and non-poisonous plants and fungi. they could be a few making highly toxic poisons for the Dark Brotherhood, but these will be extremely hard to find. Potions made by a Tojay master would command a high price anywhere in the Empire, for their rarity and difficulty in obtaining. They will happily deal with Khajiit, but tend to melt into the forest if a foreigner come stomping through the bush.

More tomorrow...

[Ja-Kha'jay]

The Suthay, Suthay-raht are quick, agile and have nimble fingers. they make excellent thieves and engineers because of this. they prefer to use their claws as natural weapons in battle and think that the Cathay and Cathay-raht are silly for preferring swords. This causes a little friction, but this is largely unnoticed as they pass it off as fusozay. Ubiquitous throughout Elsweyr.

The Cathay and Cathay-raht varients (Cathay being the stock Oblivion model) are generally stronger and not as agile as Suthay. They make great warriors and are generally the "Sugar-Mate" of the Senches. Because of these bonds they are more tolerant of the eccentricities of the other varients and show respect to all of them. The Mane's Braids are all of the Cathay/Cathay-raht variety and it is belived that Azurah granted them this form to better protect the Mane. Ubiquitous throughout Elsweyr.

The Dagi and Dagi-raht are small quick and nimble, allowing them to pass unseen in the night. they are renowned as great theives, and there is some ridiculous speculation that Rajhin was a Dagi-raht (though in all probability Rajhin was Suthay). Their excellent eyesight also make them good fishermen, as they can see fish in the water much more easily than any other varient. Found mostly around Tenmar, and southern coastal regions.

[DarkAsmodeous]

Compile this info into an in game book?

[raggidman]

Thanks to JKJ's lore and presentation it is looking interesting isn't it?

I would like to see a book from this DAS, after we have had more input from both JKJ and others because this could be the kind of book that tends to be seen as Lore - and if we can push it a bit further then it could be even more very useful approved background to help people when they are modding locataions interiors exteriors and NPCs - both for concept art and vocals ...

gtg for now - will keep monitoring

[Deeza]

Important bits merged into new threads.