Prelude -
When the comforts of civilization begin to dull our senses, we must never forget that in the beginning, there was war. And war. And more war. Long before there were empires, there were humans consumed with greed and the hunger for power. Resources, territories, information—these were the forms of sustenance upon which we preyed. Today, we call such habits vices. Oh, how arrogant we have become! Are we not still impelled by those primordial emotions? Is the advent of war so far-fetched? But alas, for you to truly understand, we must dive deeper into this land’s half-forgotten past.
There was a time when might was the only law that humankind knew. Fearsome clans roamed throughout the land, seeking amenable grounds within which they could take root and opposing forces against whom they could test their mettle. Given the irregularity of nature’s bounty, certain regions appealed more than others, and dominion over such coveted territories became the spark that ignited the earliest inter-clan wars. These fierce, internecine affairs tended to conclude only when one side had decimated their competition into oblivion, and many clans of story were rendered extinct during this period.
The victors of war, having claimed their territories, often made truces with surrounding locals, offering protection in exchange for access to the yields of agriculture. Over time, certain communities emerged as more dominant than others, either due to numbers or sheer talent, and their rapid expansion would force smaller, neighboring communities to either collapse into their fold or be devastated. When the dust settled, humankind found itself divided into the five major territories that we are familiar with today. And was the bloodshed over? With our lands obtained and our bellies filled, were we finally content?
Konohagakure no Sato
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Konohagakure (木ノ葉隠れの里, Konohagakure no Sato, English TV: "Village Hidden in the Leaves" or "Hidden Leaf Village", Literally meaning: Village Hidden by Tree Leaves) is the hidden village of the Land of Fire. As the village of one of the Five Great Shinobi Countries, Konohagakure has a Kage as its leader known as the Hokage, of which there have been seven in its history. Konoha resides deep within a forest at the base of a mountain known as the Hokage Rock, which has the faces of all those who have taken the office of Hokage engraved on it. While generally seen as the most powerful of the ninja villages, Konoha has enjoyed many years of relative peace and stability.
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The Verdant Forests
Part I: Woodland Essences [Yuurei] (Jun 18, 2023 7:42:21 GMT -6)
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Endless: green, biodiverse to the extreme. Full of fields, long ranges of grass - and pollen. Heck tonne of pollen: the Verdant Forests are huge areas across multiple spaces in Hi no Kuni that are categorised by warmth, animals and variety.
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Furōrarukōsuto (Floral Coast)
Early morning wakeup call [Mission | Closed] (Jun 25, 2023 17:09:14 GMT -6)
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Centuries before the establishment of hidden villages, Furōrarukōsuto emerged as a majestic coastline that stood the test of time. Nestled amidst breathtaking natural beauty, this enchanting region became a hub of prosperity and opulence. Its origins shrouded in myth and legend, Furōrarukōsuto attracted people from all walks of life, drawing in illustrious shipbuilders, skilled fishermen, wise herbalists, and astute traders from across the country.[break][break]
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Nōberu no mori (Noble Forest)
Nara Clan Cemetery (May 29, 2023 10:33:18 GMT -6)
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Deep within the verdant expanse near the illustrious village of Konohagakure, nestled within the embrace of nature, lies the enchanting settlement of Nōberu no Mori. This humble village, blessed with abundant resources and bountiful forests, thrives on the harmonious relationship between its inhabitants and the land they inhabit.
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Sandyu Tani (Sandyu Valley)
deep within the expanse [ojo] (Jul 6, 2023 16:04:48 GMT -6)
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Sandyu Tani, a serene and hallowed place, holds within its very soil the remnants of a legendary battle that shook the foundations of Konoha. It was here that Momochi, a formidable Uchiha warrior, clashed with his uncle Mitsuki in a monumental struggle for the rights to the village. This duel between two titanic figures of the Uchiha clan left an indelible mark on the landscape, giving birth to the breathtaking space now known as Sandyu Tani.
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Hi no Kuni
The Land of Fire (火の国, Hi no Kuni) is one of the largest and most powerful countries seen, and is the home of the main characters of the series. Its government leader is the Fire Daimyō. The Land of Fire was the first country to adopt a ninja village, Konohagakure, a custom other countries would soon adopt. The Land of Fire is appropriately oriented towards the element of fire, typically having very bright and warm weather. While not the physically largest country, it has the largest hidden village.
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