Banshee
The Banshees are a “subrace”/tribe of the Sarkaz.
Overview
The Banshees resemble the namesake in Celtic folklore. One of their most notable traits are the bird wing-like structures in their heads, which sometimes led to people mistaking them for Liberi.[1]
Most Banshees are female, and male Banshees are considered a rarity within their subrace.[2] As a matter of fact, most of the Banshee leaders, titled the "Great Banshee", are female, and lead an appearing matriarchal society. They are also famous for their aromatic perfumes, which are specifically made for their beloved ones. It is said that their scent is strong enough that a single drop can enchant pretty much anyone, even inspiring artists.[3]
As a member of the Royal Court's "Ten Kings", represented through the Elegiac Court,[4] Banshees are notable for their supreme oral Arts, and like the Wendigoes and the Nachzehrer, they possess the ability to absorb and utilize the wrath of the deceased.[5] In ancient times, Banshees and Vampires used to fight together, using their enemies' fear to their advantage. Yet according to Duq'arael, they became more pretentious, decrepit, and conformist.[6]
Because Banshees are regarded as "guardians of the dead," they have a culture of blowing a magical bone whistle as a sign of lamentation. Such occasion usually occurs as commemoration for the fall of a prominent figure.[7]
Notable
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| PhonoR-0 was originally a Banshee before being converted into a robot. |
Trivia
- The Banshee's culture of blowing bone whistle is a cultural representation of owls being associated with darkness and death in English culture.
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