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[Delete] | There are three types of Tribes in the Wastelands:
Nomads - Who routinely travel around the area, camping for a few weeks or months in a spot before moving on again
The Exiled - Those who violate the Laws of the Tribes and prey on Women, Children, and Healers. The Scum of All.
The Sentinels - Tribes that stay on one place, with a working community.
With the exception of the Exiles, the Nomads and the Sentinel Tribes co-exist in Harmony. They trade goods, exchange stories and often intermarry, though not for any alliance purposes. The Tribes are made up of multiple races: Human, Mutant, Alien, Mechanical, Hybrid, etc. Each Tribe has it's own defense force (except for the Exiles, as they are basically all aggressive.) that patrols the boundaries and watches over the safety of the areas they call home. A few Sentinel and Nomadic tribes are Isolationist, preferring to be left alone, but are welcoming towards Travelers and Merchants. The exact number of Tribes and how many members is unknown.
When a matter comes up that requires all of the Tribes to meet, the Hidden City of Wa(llm)'art comes to life; as they gather to discuss the issue.
Tribes exist on all continents, and embrace all walks of life.
The Laws of the Tribes are said to be harsh, and a Tribe Member has been heard saying "Sed lex, dura lex", which means "The Law is hard, but it is the Law."
Known laws are:
Thou shalt not harm Children
Thou shalt not harm Healers
Thou shalt not harm Women
Thou shalt not steal from Other Tribes
Thou shalt not incite Tribal Warfare
There are many more laws, but they are unknown. The Citizens of the Empire and other Megacities that have spent time among Tribes have reported that while welcoming, many secrets are closely guarded.
Tribal Transportation: The Tribes are very industrious people, and have Animals and Vehicles for transportation. There are also some teleporters in the Tribe that are used for Transport when necessary.
Tribal Roles: The Tribes do not force Members into roles such as "Guard, Medic, Teacher, etc', but encourage it's members to explore options for themselves before settling in. Many Members of a Tribe have multiple roles.
Tribal Leadership: Leadership varies between the types of tribes. Some Nomadic/Sentinel Tribes have a Council of Elders, others use Democracy, and a few use a sort of Royalty. The Exiled Tribes use what is basically considered "Rule of the Strongest"
Tribe Exports: The Tribes make a lot of money off of art, jewelery, liquor, clothes and occasionally weapons.
Joining a Tribe: The majority of members of a Tribe are born into it, but it is possible for a Member of the Empire or another Megacity/Country to join a tribe. It is thought to be similar to how people used to become Citizens of America, but little is known, except for that it varies between Nomad/Sentinel Tribes.
Tribe Enemies: The Basic Enemies of the Tribes are the Exiled, and Nature itself. If parts of the Empire decide to attack the Tribes, then they will be considered the Enemy.
Tribal Language: The Tribes speak many languages, and most of interpreters for the ones that aren't commonly used.
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