Liadon

Clan Liadon is the youngest and most fierce of all the Samurai clans within the Nagan Empire. Founded by Hitsu Liadon after he left his noble family. Hitsu Liadon’s departure from his noble family was a pivotal moment that marked the beginning of Clan Liadon’s illustrious history. Dissatisfied with the constraints of nobility and driven by a fervent desire to forge his own path as a warrior, Hitsu gathered a small group of his most loyal and skilled followers. Together, they ventured into the untamed and treacherous regions of the Nagan Empire, eventually discovering an old, abandoned castle. This castle, situated between the cursed wastelands and the eastern blood jungle, was a place of both legend and fear. The cursed wastelands, haunted by restless spirits from the Lunora civil war, served as a natural barrier against would-be invaders, while the blood jungle offered a rich training ground for those brave enough to tame its deadly beasts.

The establishment of Clan Liadon at this daunting location was a deliberate and strategic choice by Hitsu. He sought to create a proving ground that would not only fortify their defenses but also test the mettle of his warriors. The cursed wastelands acted as a gauntlet, filtering out the unworthy through its supernatural perils, while the blood jungle provided opportunities for taming fierce creatures to be used in battle. This duality of trial and resource solidified the clan’s reputation for resilience and strength. Hitsu's vision for Clan Liadon was one where only the strongest and most fearless could survive and thrive, ensuring that his clan would be feared and respected throughout the Nagan Empire. This harsh environment forged a brotherhood of warriors whose loyalty to Hitsu and each other was as unyielding as the spirits that roamed their lands.

Military Adaptation and Strength

Clan Liadon’s military prowess is brutal and unpredictable, owing to their fierce and unforgiving tactics. They are known for using the cursed wastelands as a natural defense, believing that any foe who survives the haunted terrain might be worthy of battle. This area serves as both a formidable deterrent and a psychological weapon. The cursed wastelands are perilous, with supernatural phenomena that disorient and terrorize intruders. By leveraging this hostile environment, Clan Liadon ensures that only the most determined and resilient adversaries reach their stronghold, already weakened and demoralized by their harrowing journey.

The warriors of Clan Liadon are trained to capture and subdue the wild dinosaurs of the eastern blood jungle, using them as mounts and beasts of war, which gives them a significant advantage on the battlefield. Their training regimen is brutal, ensuring that only the strongest and most dedicated survive. Unlike other clans that may tame specific dinosaur species for specialized purposes, Clan Liadon captures a wide variety of these formidable creatures, making their military forces incredibly versatile and difficult to counter. Their strategies often rely on shock and terror attacks to crush enemy morale quickly, with the unpredictability of their dinosaur mounts adding an extra layer of fear and chaos. The sight of a Clan Liadon warrior riding a ferocious dinosaur into battle is enough to send chills down the spines of their enemies, who never know what kind of beast may attack next.

Culture and Traditions

Clan Liadon’s culture is forged in the crucible of survival and strength, bearing the indelible mark of their founder, Hitsu Liadon. Firmly rejecting his noble heritage, Hitsu champions a philosophy of the survival of the fittest, instilling in his warriors a relentless pursuit of excellence and prowess. This ethos permeates every facet of their society, from their rigorous training regimens to their unwavering commitment to victory on the battlefield. While they revere the spirits of the fallen and honor their ancestors, mourning is a privilege earned through valor and sacrifice, a testament to their uncompromising standards of resilience and fortitude. Additionally, Clan Liadon holds a unique reverence for their honorable mounts, recognizing their vital role in their conquests and paying homage to their loyal companions.

Despite his estrangement from his noble lineage, Hitsu Liadon remains steadfast in his devotion to Liao, the god of death, fire, and autumn. Rooted in his upbringing within an Imperial House that worshipped Liao as their patron deity, Hitsu’s faith in the god endures as an unshakable cornerstone of his identity. While he may have forsaken his family’s name, his reverence for Liao remains unwavering, instilling in him a deep respect for the divine and a solemn adherence to their tenets. However, as the clan flourished under his leadership, Hitsu’s indomitable courage and unwavering dedication caught the attention of Takata’s followers, the god of war and winter. Through his exemplary deeds on the battlefield, Hitsu ascended to become a champion of Takata, embodying the god’s ideals and earning the admiration of his peers. Thus, Clan Liadon stands at the crossroads of faith, venerating both Liao and Takata as integral pillars of their spiritual and martial identity.

Death Rites

When a member of Clan Liadon meets their end, a ritual steeped in reverence and solemnity ensues to appease Liao, the god of death and fire, along with the restless spirits of the cursed wastelands. Offerings are meticulously selected, ranging from the personal effects of the departed to symbolic tokens representing their deeds and legacy. Led by the clan’s spiritual leaders, prayers are intoned, beseeching for the peaceful transition of the departed soul. Subsequently, fallen warriors are accorded the highest honor through a pyre ceremony, a sacred rite where Liao judges their valor and worth through the purifying flames. As the clan gathers to bid farewell, the ashes of the fallen are reverently collected and dispersed, with a portion entrusted to the winds of the cursed wastelands and the verdant depths of the blood jungle. Notably, this ritual extends beyond humanoid members, as mounts that displayed exceptional bravery are also honored with a similar pyre ceremony, their ashes intermingling with the lush foliage of the blood jungle, commemorating their indispensable contribution to the clan's enduring legacy.

Recent Challenges

Intrusion onto Clan Yurami Territory:

With Hitsu Liadon overseas, Hashimoto Liamo, the acting leader, has led incursions into the western blood jungle, territory claimed by Clan Yurami. This has escalated tensions between the clans, as Clan Yurami sees this as an invasion. It remains unclear if these actions are part of Hitsu’s grand strategy or if Liamo is acting independently, but the incursions have attracted many glory-seeking individuals to Clan Liadon, eager to prove themselves in these challenging times.