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General Info

Faction Name	The Ashari Tribes

The Tear Tribes of the critical role universe are mysterious groups of self-appointed elemental guardians. They attach a veil between them to protect Exandria from extreme elemental energies. The Tear Tribes of Air, Earth, Fire, and Water live separately and are attuned to the dangers inherent in their chosen elemental levels. Each tribe is unique, with their distinct cultures, customs and traditions strongly influenced by their respective elemental forces. Despite their isolation, they occasionally make contact with the outside world, whether through missions, trade, or rites of passage for their young members. Their sacred duty, a thousand-year covenant, is full of danger, sacrifice and honor, a testament to their unwavering courage and devotion to their cause. Each tribe is led by a headmistress, chosen for the mastery of the object they guard. The Ashari tribes embody an intriguing combination of mysticism, self-rule, and an unwavering determination to protect their world at all costs.

Overview

The Ashari tribes are a collective of Druid communities living on the edge of the border plains. This tight-knit brotherhood consists of four distinct tribes, each safely tucked away in remote, remote corners of the world, guarding the portals to the elemental planes.
Hidden among the windswept rocks of Zephros, the Air Ashari rule the canyon down to the elemental plane of air. Their windswept kingdom is filled with floating islands and treacherous, all-encompassing winds. Meanwhile, the Earth Tear dwells in the Rocks of Thera near Krahammer and oversees the portal to the Elemental Plane of Earth, a dense, labyrinthine network of caverns and rock formations. Alone amidst the menacing Ice Sea lies the determined Snow Ashari, guardian of the door to the Elemental Water Plane, known for her ability to manipulate water and ice. After all, the flame of tears, living in the sharp cracks of Harun, protects the crack into the elemental plane of fire and controls the powerful forces of fire.
The revered duty of tears to maintain balance between the elemental planes and their world is a marked rite of passage. Each member of the ashari must travel to their respective elemental plane of their tribe to ensure a permanent symbiotic relationship with their elemental counterparts.
Guided by ancient wisdom and the dictates of nature, the Tear Tribes exist as a fragile but vital barrier to protect their world from potentially catastrophic elemental attacks. With courage and unwavering determination, they continue to fulfill their sacred mission and remind their world of the power and importance of harmony with nature.

History

The Tear Tribes of the Critical Role Universe are a unique group of people made up of four tribes, each responsible for protecting a portal to one of the elemental levels; air, earth, fire and water. Their origin is traced to an ancient druid who survived a civilization destroyed by his jealousy.
Foreseeing the calamity that would destroy his home, this enlightened druid urged his followers to join him in fleeing to safety. The resulting tribe eventually took the name Ashari, confirming that their ancestors controlled the elements.
Air Ashari live in the high mountains above Cliffkeep and diligently guard the portal to the plane of air. They are known for their spiritual wisdom and impressive resilience in harsh and windy environments.
Tears, on the other hand, live on earth in a network of vast tunnels called Terrah, beneath the Cliffkeep. They are staunch defenders of the portal to the Earth plane and show a remarkable affinity for stones and gems.
Living in the volcanic lands of Pyrrha, the Fire Ashari have a brave spirit and inhabit the treacherous landscape to protect the gateway to the Field of Fire. Their tenacity is equally matched by their joie de vivre, throwing fun parties in the smoky air. Finally, the Water Tears live in a beautiful village surrounded by Lake Rushtide and guard the portal to the seaplane. Many of them demonstrate the skills of fishermen and sailors with great respect for marine life.
The Ashari tribes are a fascinating blend of past and present. While they continue to honor their pioneering Druid heritage, they are also remarkably adaptable and thrive among the elements they must protect. Their unwavering vigilance towards elemental portals and dedication to maintaining balance in the world make them unique figures in the eclectic tapestry of the Critical Roles universe.

Notable Members

Member #

Keyleth

Vilya

Korrin

Zephrah

Kerrek

Devo'ssa

Shale

Melora

Terrah

Pyrin

Cerkonos

Geography

The geography of the Ashari tribes can be aptly described as a combination of rugged beauty and vast terrain spanning the four fundamental planes of Exandria. Each tribe inhabits regions that reflect their associated element and form a large part of Exandria's geographic splendor.
Known for their aerial prowess, the Air Ashari inhabit the steep, windswept cliffs of Thera that offer panoramic views of the vast ethereal sky. Land Ashari lives in the sprawling foothills of the Cliffkeep Mountains, an area dominated by towering peaks and vast cave systems.
Devastating fires and heat waves mark the region of Pyrrha, home of the fire Ashari. This charred, fiery landscape is dotted with active volcanoes and searing lava pits untouched by the standard exandrian cold. At the other end of the spectrum, Water Ashari protects the picturesque shores of Vesra and the vast abyss of the ocean, their landscape teeming with aquatic life and a breathtaking underwater city.
The geography of each region not only reflects the elemental tribe responsible for it, but also nourishes its inhabitants and prepares them for the role of guardians of the elemental portals. It is a remarkable coexistence where a country shapes its people as much as the people respect and protect their country.

Legacy and Impact

The Tear Tribes of the Critical Role Universe have left an indelible mark on the world. They weave a rich tapestry of culture, tradition and spirituality, and their influence is undeniable. Amidst the harsh reality, the Tears were able to maintain harmony among their tribes and elemental kingdoms with unwavering determination.
They have become examples of resilience and adaptability. These tribes have attracted great interest and respect from many researchers due to their unique abilities to master elemental magic. Ashari's impressive image of unity, courage and respect for nature resonates significantly in the ecosystem of the Critical Role universe.
Of course, the impact of the teardrop tribes is not limited to their population. They serve as a beacon of hope and determination for many in the kingdom. Their keen understanding of elemental magic, shared values, and ability to rise to challenges convey an inspiring message: preserving harmony and elemental balance against all odds is at the heart of their tribal heritage.