The Mandalorian Journeymen (An Idea I Had)

[Kolai Onolz]

I had this idea last night for a kind of splinter group of Mandalorians. The Mandalorian culture primarily hinges on combat, which is why Mandalorians are such good mercenaries and Bounty Hunters. But, I started reading lore, and came across an instance where Mandalorians, having a treaty with the Verpine, set up an outpost and helped protect the Verpine when Jason Solo attacked. Not only is this a pivotal moment in my character's history, but I can think of some interesting ideas of how their cultures would combine. The Verpine are a fairly mild race. They are creators at heart, and usually make weapons for utility or defense. Even if they do attack, it's for a purpose, like when they risked destruction under the Sith empire by selling illegal droids to rebel factions. Even with a warrior culture, there is a bond that can be formed there. The common bond of sacrifice. For others, for ideas, and for a culture. I think that would be really interesting to explore, a sort of roving group of mandalorians willing to fight for galactic stability, beyond themselves, their clans, and maybe even beyond the Mandalorians.

This is a bit of a raving thing here, but I think it might have promise. Any thoughts from mandos and non-mandos is welcome.

 

[Logan]

[member="Kolai Onolz"]

Interesting.

 

[Azrael]

We have, in the past, done the Journeymen angle. They actually ended up being aggressors towards the Mandalorians over the neglect of a planet, where their forces were nearly destroyed by constant Sith attacks. Gilamar, myself, and a handful of other Mandos decided to step up, and we had to work through some shaky relations to get them back onto our side. We since restored them, helped their people and worked to reconcile planets under their watch back to their former glory.

Right now we haven't made much mention of them, but if you're looking to take up the mantle, feel free to do so. Just wanted to let you know of their current standing in the board.

[member="Kolai Onolz"]

 

[Kolai Onolz]

Thanks for the information [member="Azrael"] , Its really appreciated. Although, I'm not sure how I'll approach this. I may decide to form another group along these lines, but then I don't just want to disregard the other group.

Hmm...

 

[Strider Garon]

Or just join the mandalorians and Do exactly as you described. [member="Kolai Onolz"]

 

[Kolai Onolz]

Ehhh.

This is a weird spot for me. I've been on roleplay forums before, and the Mandalorians where usually either non-existent or confined to a few planets. And that was usually fine. But having such a large chunk of the galaxy under Mandalorian rule is, well, odd, and I don't think I can get behind such a monolith entirely. I'd much prefer getting a group of people and being Mandalorian, and being good people, without being part of an empire. If I have something about this wrong, feel free to tell me.

[member="Strider Garon"]

 

[Strider Garon]

[member="Kolai Onolz"] : We are good people. And all mandalorians should be with in our faction in what ever role in life they wish to rp out. All we ask is just be loyal to da bossman. *Nods*

Its true, this site has the strongest core of Mando'ade on the internet made so by the amazing people that rp in the faction. You won't be disappointed if you join us.

 

[Azrael]

[member="Kolai Onolz"] The only reason you see us like we are is because the board is setup for Faction control. The Mandalorians in true nature would not even be a faction, we would be nomadic, freelancing mercs who would band together when needed or called. The reason we have such a swathe of territory is because if we didn't, we'd lose control of Mandalore so quickly it'd make your head spin.

 

[Kolai Onolz]

[member="Kolai Onolz"] : We are good people. And all mandalorians should be with in our faction in what ever role in life they wish to rp out. All we ask is just be loyal to da bossman. *Nods*

Its true, this site has the strongest core of Mando'ade on the internet made so by the amazing people that rp in the faction. You won't be disappointed if you join us.

And I don't doubt that there are fantastic people that make all of this happen. It's impressive. And I want ties to the Mandalorians. But, again, these wouldn't really be the Mandalorians that are known. Heck, I can't even say for certainty that Mandalore would always be followed. If this was a cross between Verpine and Mandalorian cultures, then it could be assumed that the follow Mandalore pillar would be left out, considering their isolation.
[member="Strider Garon"]

[member="Kolai Onolz"] The only reason you see us like we are is because the board is setup for Faction control. The Mandalorians in true nature would not even be a faction, we would be nomadic, freelancing mercs who would band together when needed or called. The reason we have such a swathe of territory is because if we didn't, we'd lose control of Mandalore so quickly it'd make your head spin.

[member="Azrael"]
Are people really gunning that hard?

 

[Azrael]

You won't believe the amount of factions that would seize Mandalore and Concordia up in an INSTANT.

Also, if you don't want to heed the call of Mand'alor - I'd suggest two things.

• Do not make mention that you're disregarding his call
• Do not fight against him or the vode.

If you adhere to those two suggestions, you wouldn't be considered a traitor and Dar'Manda.

[member="Kolai Onolz"]

 

[Kolai Onolz]

You won't believe the amount of factions that would seize Mandalore and Concordia up in an INSTANT.

I'm guessing Beskar, right?

[member="Azrael"]

 

[Azrael]

Mostly, yes. Other reasons would include pissing off every Mandalorian on the board, and never letting them come 'home' again.

[member="Kolai Onolz"]

 

[Kolai Onolz]

Mostly, yes. Other reasons would include pissing off every Mandalorian on the board, and never letting them come 'home' again.

[member="Kolai Onolz"]

If any faction did it, they'd immediately Have both every Mandalorian and everyone else that wants Beskar on them in a second.

Also, if you don't want to heed the call of Mand'alor - I'd suggest two things.

• Do not make mention that you're disregarding his call
• Do not fight against him or the vode.

If you adhere to those two suggestions, you wouldn't be considered a traitor and Dar'Manda.

[member="Kolai Onolz"]

Yeah, I get that. Thanks for he tips. I just won't help the Mandalorians fight against good people. To protect people, and the Mandalorian space? Heck yeah. I know what a big deal Dar'manda is.

[member="Azrael"]

 

[Azrael]

Yes, but according to the rules of the board, only a Major faction can own a planet territory - so even if the Mandalorians came at them - they still couldn't 'take' the planet. It would continually be under someone else's rule.

[member="Kolai Onolz"]

 

[Outlander]

Yes, but according to the rules of the board, only a Major faction can own a planet territory - so even if the Mandalorians came at them - they still couldn't 'take' the planet. It would continually be under someone else's rule.

[member="Kolai Onolz"]

[member="Azrael"]

I do see the use in having buffers. Taking Mandalore and Concordia would tip power fast.

Stupid Tablet changed my account

 

[Kolai Onolz]

I wrote this earlier. It's a brief history of the Verpine Protectorate, which is what would inspire the Journeymen.

The Verpine Protectorate: A Brief History

The Verpine Protectorate, as it has become known as, is a relatively unknown, group present within the Roche Asteroid Field. While it is small when compared to the other Verpine classes, it's role is pivotal. The Verpine are a very mild, non-aggressive race, the Protectorate are part of the few present classes of warrior, and serve as elite Guardians of the Asteroids. One might wonder, 'How did such a group arise?' The answer would be a pivotal moment in Verpine History, at the Battle of Roche before the First Fall of the New Republic.

This was a time where alliances where quickly changing, and the Alliance fell under threat as one of their own attacked. Darth Caedus, formerly known as Jason Solo, was known as a great hero and warrior. With his flagship Anakin Solo, Caedus started a schism, creating his own base of power, and waging war with the New Republic. During this time period, Caedus attacked the Verpine home system of Roche, hoping to take their advanced technology. Their saviors proved to be the product of an unlikely alliance made primarily out of fear. The Mandalorians saved the Verpine from destruction, establishing an outpost and defending the Asteroid Field from invaders. From that point onward, the Mandalorians where revered within the hive.

The Outpost became a permanent addition to the capital asteroid of Nickel One, and remained that way for decades. Over time, the original Mandalorian protectors began to either leave or die. Newly born Verpine where taken in by the few adults who had joined the Mandalorians in their vigilance. Soon, none of the original protectors remained. The Outpost was now inhabited by a new breed of Mandalorian.

As the Verpine transitioned to become Mandalorians, certain aspects of the culture did not translate. Verpine are raised by groups, or the entire hive, so the tradition of raising children Mandalorian transitioned to raising some of the hive' s collective children separately, as Mandalorians. The call to Mandalore was eventually phased out of the pillars, as Mandalore never made contact with the group. These modified rules made up the rayshe’a'nare.

At first, this group was referred to simply as Mandalorian. But, over the time, the name transitioned to the Verpine Mandalorians, and then to the Verpine Mandos, and finally, Mandalorian was dropped from the name, and Protectorate was adopted to better describe their roles in the Hive.

The Protectorate became servants of the Hive, defending the Asteroid Belt as an advanced, elite guard. They have stood vigilant for over 800 years, and they show no sign if abandoning their duty any time soon.

[member="Azrael"]
[member="Strider Garon"]
[member="Jedediah Bagely"]

 

[Azrael]

Well we already have the Mandalorian Protectors - so we'd probably not want to confuse people with a similar name for the same faction. I'll see what I can dig up on the official Journeymen from Gil.

[member="Davin Skirata"] - If you have any written history on the Journeymen please share it. Thanks.

[member="Kolai Onolz"]

 

[Kolai Onolz]

Well we already have the Mandalorian Protectors - so we'd probably not want to confuse people with a similar name for the same faction. I'll see what I can dig up on the official Journeymen from Gil.

[member="Davin Skirata"] - If you have any written history on the Journeymen please share it. Thanks.

[member="Kolai Onolz"]

Is that in reference to the Mandalorian Journeymen or the Verpine Protectorate? The two are separate, with the Journeymen coming from the Protectorate.

Any history would be really appreciated!

[member="Azrael"]

 

[Gilamar Skirata]

[member="Kolai Onolz"]

His reference is indeed to the Mandalorian Journeymen. Once the Codex opens back up (I love this thing) I'll put something more...wordy together.

Concord Dawn was in ruin and they didn't like us and the Journeymen were barely keeping it together. We came down helped them and now they are in control of the planet as far as the law goes.

 

[Kolai Onolz]

[member="Kolai Onolz"]

His reference is indeed to the Mandalorian Journeymen. Once the Codex opens back up (I love this thing) I'll put something more...wordy together.

Concord Dawn was in ruin and they didn't like us and the Journeymen were barely keeping it together. We came down helped them and now they are in control of the planet as far as the law goes.

Thanks. Any information I can get it most appreciated.

[member="Mordecai Tal'kyr"]