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			{{Past Map}}
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	[[File:KhamalRody.png\|thumb\|right\|350px\|The Kha’mal banner, displaying the Sun of Sohtek]]		[[File:KhamalRody.png\|thumb\|right\|350px\|The Kha’mal banner, displaying the Sun of Sohtek]]

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	Similar to the [[The Khadan Humans\|Khadan Vaemir]] kin, the Kha'mal tribes cover themselves in cloaks seen in many colors. Many Kha'mal warriors among the tribes were seen in bright clothing, such as scarlet robes. They often decorate themselves with golden ornaments, such as collars, jewelry, and corsets of overlapping brazen plates; they braid their hair with gold. Some tribes paint their bodies or add tattoos referencing their past or an ancient deity. Women in the tribes prefer to keep their hair long, as beauty and the well-being of their bodies are kept in high-standard shape. Like the warriors, the women decorate their long hair in braids, jewelry, and gold.		Similar to the [[The Khadan Humans\|Khadan Vaemir]] kin, the Kha'mal tribes cover themselves in cloaks seen in many colors. Many Kha'mal warriors among the tribes were seen in bright clothing, such as scarlet robes. They often decorate themselves with golden ornaments, such as collars, jewelry, and corsets of overlapping brazen plates; they braid their hair with gold. Some tribes paint their bodies or add tattoos referencing their past or an ancient deity. Women in the tribes prefer to keep their hair long, as beauty and the well-being of their bodies are kept in high-standard shape. Like the warriors, the women decorate their long hair in braids, jewelry, and gold.
	The warriors of the Kha'mal tribes are described as wearing various armor, no tribe being the exact same. However, their main comparing feature is the lightly worn gold-colored plating. The armor of the Kha'mal is primarily made from bronze or brass-colored metal, and the helmet is designed to be worn over the headscarf. The helmets are often decorated in style to intimidate the enemy. It featured cheek-and-eye guards and horns resembling a scorpion or other ancient creature from their mythology. Some speculate these armor pieces are relics of their past, re-used for the same purpose during combat.		The warriors of the Kha'mal tribes are described as wearing various armor, no tribe being the exact same. However, their main comparing feature is the lightly worn gold-colored plating. The armor of the Kha'mal is primarily made from bronze or brass-colored metal, and the helmet is designed to be worn over the headscarf. The helmets are often decorated in style to intimidate the enemy. It featured cheek-and-eye guards and horns resembling a scorpion or other ancient creature from their mythology. Some speculate these armor pieces are relics of their past, re-used for the same purpose during combat.
	Yet, the Kha'mal in service of the ruler of [[The Empire of Anjyarr\|Anjyarr]], the ~~[[https://fablesfantasyrp.com/wiki/The_Empire_of_Anjyarr#The_Sultans_Kataphracts\|~~Kataphracts]], are the best equipped.		Yet, the Kha'mal in service of the ruler of [[The Empire of Anjyarr\|Anjyarr]], the Kataphracts, are the best equipped.
	Their golden or brass overlaid steel lamellar armor consisted of many pieces covering the body's vital regions while staying lightly armored to traverse the fast dune seas of Anjyarr.		Their golden or brass overlaid steel lamellar armor consisted of many pieces covering the body's vital regions while staying lightly armored to traverse the fast dune seas of Anjyarr.
	Underneath, the warriors of the Kha'mal would wear leather boots and tunics or cloaks to cover the remaining exposed parts, sometimes including facecloths and gloves. Heavily armored fighters often include pieces of chainmail around the arms or torso. Not all tribes would have access to this armor; however, some preferred turbans.		Underneath, the warriors of the Kha'mal would wear leather boots and tunics or cloaks to cover the remaining exposed parts, sometimes including facecloths and gloves. Heavily armored fighters often include pieces of chainmail around the arms or torso. Not all tribes would have access to this armor; however, some preferred turbans.

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	Same-sex relationships among the Kha'mal are uncommon for those still wandering the dune sea. However, those now embracing modern city life have become more accepting. Yet, due to the tradition around continuing the culture and history of their people, it is frowned upon by many and, in extreme cases, even seen as taboo and punishable.		Same-sex relationships among the Kha'mal are uncommon for those still wandering the dune sea. However, those now embracing modern city life have become more accepting. Yet, due to the tradition around continuing the culture and history of their people, it is frowned upon by many and, in extreme cases, even seen as taboo and punishable.

	[[File:KhasarRody.png\|~~frameless~~\|right\|350px]]		[[File:KhasarRody.png\|thumb\|right\|350px\|Kha'mal Warband Banner, displaying the Red Scorpion of Khasar]]

	===Death and Funerals===		===Death and Funerals===

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	===Death and Funerals===		===Death and Funerals===

	The Kha'mal have similar ideals compared with the rest of the Khadan of Anjyarr regarding death. "The Path", as the common belief is dubbed, is about finding inner peace and believing to be reincarnated. However, the Kha'mal believe in the theory of ascending to godhood, or immortality, which is the greatest gift someone can receive. To the tribes, this is a gift for staying true to yourself, living your life till death to the fullest, in service to their deities. Often, Khadan of these tribes would pray or commit rituals next to great tombs to honor or worship these figures, wishing them a beautiful death, a life of peace in the underworld, and sometimes rebirth.		The Kha'mal have similar ideals compared with the rest of the [[The Khadan Humans\|Khadan]] of [[The Empire of Anjyarr\|Anjyarr]] regarding death. [[Tarik il Iʂik\|"The Path"]], as the common belief is dubbed, is about finding inner peace and believing to be reincarnated. However, the Kha'mal believe in the theory of ascending to godhood, or immortality, which is the greatest gift someone can receive. To the tribes, this is a gift for staying true to yourself, living your life till death to the fullest, in service to their deities. Often, [[The Khadan Humans\|Khadan]] of these tribes would pray or commit rituals next to great tombs to honor or worship these figures, wishing them a beautiful death, a life of peace in the underworld, and sometimes rebirth.

	The Kha'mal believe in an ancient form of “The Path”, known simply as “The Old Path”. This alteration of faith has many more gods and figures that the Khadan of the tribes worship, including their ascension and return to Eden.		The Kha'mal believe in an ancient form of [[Tarik il Iʂik\|“The Path”]], known simply as [[The Old Path\|“The Old Path”]]. This alteration of faith has many more gods and figures that the Khadan of the tribes worship, including their ascension and return to Eden.
	Upon someone's passing, depending on their status, the higher-known Kha'mal would be wrapped in either white or red robes after the body had received its painted markings. The marks tell the person's deeds and performance in life, depending on their role in society, from the commoner to the warrior to a priest. After those rituals, the robes would be decorated with the person's wealth and offerings of their close ones; gold, clothes, weapons, or armor. Often, flowers and herbs would be added as sufficiently. The decorations tell the gods who this person was to assist them in the afterlife and ascension.		Upon someone's passing, depending on their status, the higher-known Kha'mal would be wrapped in either white or red robes after the body had received its painted markings. The marks tell the person's deeds and performance in life, depending on their role in society, from the commoner to the warrior to a priest. After those rituals, the robes would be decorated with the person's wealth and offerings of their close ones; gold, clothes, weapons, or armor. Often, flowers and herbs would be added as sufficiently. The decorations tell the gods who this person was to assist them in the afterlife and ascension.
	There are multiple ways a ceremony may end. To the warriors, their bodies are cremated on the place where they passed, which was often the battlefield, or their bodies would be entombed in small formations made of clay or sandstone. To the ordinary Kha'mal tribe member, the body would receive the honors the passed wished for. This can vary to burial or cremation.		There are multiple ways a ceremony may end. To the warriors, their bodies are cremated on the place where they passed, which was often the battlefield, or their bodies would be entombed in small formations made of clay or sandstone. To the ordinary Kha'mal tribe member, the body would receive the honors the passed wished for. This can vary to burial or cremation.
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	The burial takes place in the location they have passed, as the tribes are always on the move; their sites fade away through time. When cremated, their ashes are put in decorative clay urns and are either taken with the family, buried in the desert, or placed near the tomb or shrine of their deity. Only a member of the tribe is then allowed to eventually remove the urn and spread its ashes into the rivers of Anjyarr.		The burial takes place in the location they have passed, as the tribes are always on the move; their sites fade away through time. When cremated, their ashes are put in decorative clay urns and are either taken with the family, buried in the desert, or placed near the tomb or shrine of their deity. Only a member of the tribe is then allowed to eventually remove the urn and spread its ashes into the rivers of Anjyarr.
	It is also not uncommon to be embalmed and later entombed, for it is believed they keep the bodies in shape until their time of ascension comes. This, however, is only done to the highest figures of the Kha'mal society. This ritual refers to their past, where kings and queens would do the same in their pyramids and temple cities.		It is also not uncommon to be embalmed and later entombed, for it is believed they keep the bodies in shape until their time of ascension comes. This, however, is only done to the highest figures of the Kha'mal society. This ritual refers to their past, where kings and queens would do the same in their pyramids and temple cities.
	Khadan, in general, do not mourn their dead for long, and the Kha'mal are no exception, for they believe their loved ones are now in the hands and guidance of the gods.		[[The Khadan Humans\|Khadan]], in general, do not mourn their dead for long, and the Kha'mal are no exception, for they believe their loved ones are now in the hands and guidance of the gods.

	==History==		==History==
	WIP		WIP

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	===Romance, Marriage, and Reproduction===		===Romance, Marriage, and Reproduction===
	The Khadan, in general, value loyalty to a very high degree. The values of romance, family, and faith are significant to the Kha'mal culture. To the Kha'mal, the continuation of their culture, religion, and people is the highest priority of the tribes; hence marriages are both out of love and survival. Families help each other and work together, and all tasks fall equally on both the men and women of a family.		The [[The Khadan Humans\|Khadan]], in general, value loyalty to a very high degree. The values of romance, family, and faith are significant to the Kha'mal culture. To the Kha'mal, the continuation of their culture, religion, and people is the highest priority of the tribes; hence marriages are both out of love and survival. Families help each other and work together, and all tasks fall equally on both the men and women of a family.

	In the nomadic culture of the Kha'mal tribes, it is a custom for the men to take the first steps to women. Women in the Kha'mal tribes are fit for marriage at the age of 16 and are often set in arranged marriages. However, those living in the cities have also taken the more modern marriage customs from the main population of Anjyarr.		In the nomadic culture of the Kha'mal tribes, it is a custom for the men to take the first steps to women. Women in the Kha'mal tribes are fit for marriage at the age of 16 and are often set in arranged marriages. However, those living in the cities have also taken the more modern marriage customs from the main population of Anjyarr.
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	===Death and Funerals===		===Death and Funerals===

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	===Celebrations===		===Celebrations===
	The Kha'mal celebrate many feasts and holidays like most Khadan. While the main population under the rule of the Azari'lunn celebrate in unity and friendship, the Kha'mal tribes often prefer to celebrate in isolation from outsiders. However, it is not uncommon for the nomads to flock to the cities to join the festivities.		The Kha'mal celebrate many feasts and holidays like most Khadan. While the main population under the rule of the [[Dark Elves\|Azari'lunn]] celebrate in unity and friendship, the Kha'mal tribes often prefer to celebrate in isolation from outsiders. However, it is not uncommon for the nomads to flock to the cities to join the festivities.

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Demographics

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	Among the various nomadic tribes that still roam the endless dunes of the Anjyarri desert is a group of Khadan that is almost shrouded in legends and myths. Birthed from the remnants of the Golden Age, one now known for their warbands and nomads, its people clad in brass and gold-colored armor, protective over the various temples and tombs that now crumble and sink between the dunes of the western desert. The Kha'mal, as they are known, are amongst the most ancient of people. Their past is shrouded in mystery, forgotten over centuries by both man and god. To them, knowledge is power, and their personal goal is to safe-keep and continue their people's past.		Among the various nomadic tribes that still roam the endless dunes of the Anjyarri desert is a group of Khadan that is almost shrouded in legends and myths. Birthed from the remnants of the Golden Age, one now known for their warbands and nomads, its people clad in brass and gold-colored armor, protective over the various temples and tombs that now crumble and sink between the dunes of the western desert. The Kha'mal, as they are known, are amongst the most ancient of people. Their past is shrouded in mystery, forgotten over centuries by both man and god. To them, knowledge is power, and their personal goal is to safe-keep and continue their people's past.
	It is believed they are among the Khadan Vaemir kin due to their appearance and region of inhabitation. It is unspecified whether the Kha'mal tribes of the first centuries were the primary ancestors of those that later formed the various tribes.		It is believed they are among the [[The Khadan Humans\|Khadan Vaemir]] kin due to their appearance and region of inhabitation. It is unspecified whether the Kha'mal tribes of the first centuries were the primary ancestors of those that later formed the various tribes.

	The Kha'mal use tactics common among nomadic tribes that rather live in seclusion other than in the open. However, their combination with warfare has perfected their ability to use the dunes and desert weather to their advantage.		The Kha'mal use tactics common among nomadic tribes that rather live in seclusion other than in the open. However, their combination with warfare has perfected their ability to use the dunes and desert weather to their advantage.
	In truth, the Kha'mal are expert horsemen and tamers of beasts, warriors using camels and horses to travel vast distances through the sand. Their communities are never settling in one place, permanently on the move. But not all of their tribes are the same, and with Khadan as prior dwellers, even Tieflings and Dark Elves are glimpsed among them in very rare occasions. Many believe in the "Old Path" and see various figures as their deities that have otherwise been forgotten, some even tied to the tombs spread across the mountain and dune regions of Anjyarr. A large group of these Kha'mal have eventually begun servicing the head of the Anjyarr realm: The Sultana. It has become quite common for many of these tribes to eventually migrate to the cities.		In truth, the Kha'mal are expert horsemen and tamers of beasts, warriors using camels and horses to travel vast distances through the sand. Their communities are never settling in one place, permanently on the move. But not all of their tribes are the same, and with [[The Khadan Humans\|Khadan]] as prior dwellers, even [[Tieflings]] and [[Dark Elves]] are glimpsed among them in very rare occasions. Many believe in the [[The Old Path\|"Old Path"]] and see various figures as their deities that have otherwise been forgotten, some even tied to the tombs spread across the mountain and dune regions of Anjyarr. A large group of these Kha'mal have eventually begun servicing the head of the Anjyarr realm: The Sultana. It has become quite common for many of these tribes to eventually migrate to the cities.

	===Celebrations===		===Celebrations===

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	==Apparel==		==Apparel==

	Similar to the Khadan Vaemir kin, the Kha'mal tribes cover themselves in cloaks seen in many colors. Many Kha'mal warriors among the tribes were seen in bright clothing, such as scarlet robes. They often decorate themselves with golden ornaments, such as collars, jewelry, and corsets of overlapping brazen plates; they braid their hair with gold. Some tribes paint their bodies or add tattoos referencing their past or an ancient deity. Women in the tribes prefer to keep their hair long, as beauty and the well-being of their bodies are kept in high-standard shape. Like the warriors, the women decorate their long hair in braids, jewelry, and gold.		Similar to the [[The Khadan Humans\|Khadan Vaemir]] kin, the Kha'mal tribes cover themselves in cloaks seen in many colors. Many Kha'mal warriors among the tribes were seen in bright clothing, such as scarlet robes. They often decorate themselves with golden ornaments, such as collars, jewelry, and corsets of overlapping brazen plates; they braid their hair with gold. Some tribes paint their bodies or add tattoos referencing their past or an ancient deity. Women in the tribes prefer to keep their hair long, as beauty and the well-being of their bodies are kept in high-standard shape. Like the warriors, the women decorate their long hair in braids, jewelry, and gold.
	The warriors of the Kha'mal tribes are described as wearing various armor, no tribe being the exact same. However, their main comparing feature is the lightly worn gold-colored plating. The armor of the Kha'mal is primarily made from bronze or brass-colored metal, and the helmet is designed to be worn over the headscarf. The helmets are often decorated in style to intimidate the enemy. It featured cheek-and-eye guards and horns resembling a scorpion or other ancient creature from their mythology. Some speculate these armor pieces are relics of their past, re-used for the same purpose during combat.		The warriors of the Kha'mal tribes are described as wearing various armor, no tribe being the exact same. However, their main comparing feature is the lightly worn gold-colored plating. The armor of the Kha'mal is primarily made from bronze or brass-colored metal, and the helmet is designed to be worn over the headscarf. The helmets are often decorated in style to intimidate the enemy. It featured cheek-and-eye guards and horns resembling a scorpion or other ancient creature from their mythology. Some speculate these armor pieces are relics of their past, re-used for the same purpose during combat.
	Yet, the Kha'mal in service of the ruler of Anjyarr, the Kataphracts, are the best equipped.		Yet, the Kha'mal in service of the ruler of [[The Empire of Anjyarr\|Anjyarr]], the [[https://fablesfantasyrp.com/wiki/The_Empire_of_Anjyarr#The_Sultans_Kataphracts\|Kataphracts]], are the best equipped.
	Their golden or brass ~~overlayed~~ steel lamellar armor consisted of many pieces covering the body's vital regions while staying lightly armored to traverse the fast dune seas of Anjyarr.		Their golden or brass overlaid steel lamellar armor consisted of many pieces covering the body's vital regions while staying lightly armored to traverse the fast dune seas of Anjyarr.
	Underneath, the warriors of the Kha'mal would wear leather boots and tunics or cloaks to cover the remaining exposed parts, sometimes including facecloths and gloves. Heavily armored fighters often include pieces of chainmail around the arms or torso. Not all tribes would have access to this armor; however, some preferred turbans.		Underneath, the warriors of the Kha'mal would wear leather boots and tunics or cloaks to cover the remaining exposed parts, sometimes including facecloths and gloves. Heavily armored fighters often include pieces of chainmail around the arms or torso. Not all tribes would have access to this armor; however, some preferred turbans.
	The color of said tunics and cloaks varied. The standard would be white, resembling a warrior, while red would be a veteran or leader in the tribe. Black would be those of the highest honor: guarding a sacred tomb or temple.		The color of said tunics and cloaks varied. The standard would be white, resembling a warrior, while red would be a veteran or leader in the tribe. Black would be those of the highest honor: guarding a sacred tomb or temple.
	The female servants of the ruler of Anjyarr would be spotted thanks to their fitted golden masks resembling a stoic expression, which was to hide the face from the population during service.		The female servants of the ruler of Anjyarr would be spotted thanks to their fitted golden masks resembling a stoic expression, which was to hide the face from the population during service.

	==Culture and Society==		==Culture and Society==

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	==Appearance==		==Appearance==

	The Kha'mal tribespeople are diverse in height and skin tone, similar to the eclectic Vaemir Khadan tribes spread across the desert and those under the rule of the Dark Elves.		The Kha'mal tribespeople are diverse in height and skin tone, similar to the eclectic [[The Khadan Humans\|Vaemir Khadan]] tribes spread across the desert and those under the rule of the [[Dark Elves]].
	Their hair can range from straight to wavy and from fine to coarse, varying in colors from dark blond to black. The eye color of these Khadan is primarily hazel; however, the women in the Kha'mal tribes tend to reveal glittering pools of green, blue, or even stark black.		Their hair can range from straight to wavy and from fine to coarse, varying in colors from dark blond to black. The eye color of these [[The Khadan Humans\|Khadan]] is primarily hazel; however, the women in the Kha'mal tribes tend to reveal glittering pools of green, blue, or even stark black.
	Their skin tone varies the same, with the majority of the population in these tribes being olive-toned; they, too, can range from tan to dark-brown skin.		Their skin tone varies the same, with the majority of the population in these tribes being olive-toned; they, too, can range from tan to dark-brown skin.

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	Their hair can range from straight to wavy and from fine to coarse, varying in colors from dark blond to black. The eye color of these Khadan is primarily hazel; however, the women in the Kha'mal tribes tend to reveal glittering pools of green, blue, or even stark black.		Their hair can range from straight to wavy and from fine to coarse, varying in colors from dark blond to black. The eye color of these Khadan is primarily hazel; however, the women in the Kha'mal tribes tend to reveal glittering pools of green, blue, or even stark black.
	Their skin tone varies the same, with the majority of the population in these tribes being olive-toned; they, too, can range from tan to dark-brown skin.		Their skin tone varies the same, with the majority of the population in these tribes being olive-toned; they, too, can range from tan to dark-brown skin.

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	Same-sex relationships among the Kha'mal are uncommon for those still wandering the dune sea. However, those now embracing modern city life have become more accepting. Yet, due to the tradition around continuing the culture and history of their people, it is frowned upon by many and, in extreme cases, even seen as taboo and punishable.		Same-sex relationships among the Kha'mal are uncommon for those still wandering the dune sea. However, those now embracing modern city life have become more accepting. Yet, due to the tradition around continuing the culture and history of their people, it is frowned upon by many and, in extreme cases, even seen as taboo and punishable.

			[[File:KhasarRody.png\|frameless\|right\|350px]]


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