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The first tell to determine whether someone is a Corvo or not is, of course, the fact that they're exceedingly good-looking. Many of them were born this way, and many weren't; legends exist of disgusting wretches and malignant lepers becoming renowned beauties overnight, all thanks to this Blight. In truth, even a naturally attractive person changes some once Brazim has blessed them with his favor. Their skin becomes clearer and more vibrant, their body naturally chiseled to their liking. The imperfections common to all mortals are lost on them, who may choose to surrender their scars, their extra weight, their drooping chin, slacking jaw or the stature they always found to be the one thing that held them back. Their skin almost appears warmer, their features more pleasant and inviting, their smile mystifying. A Corvo's scent is perhaps their most drawing feature: it radiates warmth and draws arousal from others, channeling their innate hunger with a fragrance that compels lust and the absence of caution. | The first tell to determine whether someone is a Corvo or not is, of course, the fact that they're exceedingly good-looking. Many of them were born this way, and many weren't; legends exist of disgusting wretches and malignant lepers becoming renowned beauties overnight, all thanks to this Blight. In truth, even a naturally attractive person changes some once Brazim has blessed them with his favor. Their skin becomes clearer and more vibrant, their body naturally chiseled to their liking. The imperfections common to all mortals are lost on them, who may choose to surrender their scars, their extra weight, their drooping chin, slacking jaw or the stature they always found to be the one thing that held them back. Their skin almost appears warmer, their features more pleasant and inviting, their smile mystifying. A Corvo's scent is perhaps their most drawing feature: it radiates warmth and draws arousal from others, channeling their innate hunger with a fragrance that compels lust and the absence of caution. | ||
| − | The second most prominent change is that a Corvo begins to desire constant, or at least frequent, stimulation. They become more lustful, and more easily addicted to substances that excite the mind and the senses. Corvo are surprisingly cognizant and aware while under the effects of heavy drugs or while completely intoxicated, and they even appear to be more focused in many cases. For this reason, many Nightcrawlers are addicted to drugs, and they have little reason not to be; the normal drawbacks that mundane men and women face do not affect them, only the craving. | + | The second most prominent change is that a Corvo begins to desire constant, or at least frequent, stimulation. They become more lustful, and more easily addicted to substances that excite the mind and the senses. Corvo are surprisingly cognizant and aware while under the effects of heavy drugs or while completely intoxicated, and they even appear to be more focused in many cases. For this reason, many Nightcrawlers are addicted to drugs, and they have little reason not to be; the normal drawbacks that mundane men and women face do not affect them, only the craving. |
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| + | It is said that like their creator, whose domain is Ambition, the Nightcrawlers are never completely fulfilled. They always want more, seek more, juggling lovers, adventures, titles and lifestyles without relent, seeking thrills that only temporarily gratify their wanton longings. Joy and contentedness appear for a moment, but quickly disappear, and though the effects may linger for a time all eventually corrects itself to an uncertain state of being, with no ambition ever too great. | ||
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| + | Corvo live for a long time. As will be explained later, one of the abilities they gain through this Blight allows them to siphon others' health, which not only helps them to recover from wounds but can also expand their lifespan. Human Corvae tend to live for roughly two hundred years, while Elves can live for over five centuries with this Blight. They tend to appear young and vibrant for most of this duration, and never appear to age beyond their early forties, which they may not hit until near the end of their first century of life. | ||
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Revision as of 00:55, 11 January 2022
Introduction
Corvo are sometimes called 'Nightcrawlers', as their name roughly translates to such in the old Icherranian tongue they were first named in. Though they originate in the hills of Caena, the advent of the Dunash across Icheron and the domination of the Unbreathing Horde has forced them entirely astray of their original homes, clinging to old Covens and roots burrowed deep within Atharen's soil.
The Corvo, who all belong to a faction known as the Brotherhood of Scaeva, are a collective of men and women chosen by Brazim, securing information, culling threats and serving the whims and will of whichever merchant, Lord or King offers them coin. Though the Corvo offer Brazim information through their duties, it is largely believed that they are more a product of his vanity than practicality, a simple desire to leave his imprint upon the world.
Like most Blights, Corvo are rare in the world, perhaps the rarest save for the Wohlricht. If they were common, it would be impossible to know. They are secretive, and most of their changes are subtle enough to be imperceptible to those other than the most vigilant of eyes, or experts in the field of Blights. Some may speculate that a particularly handsome man in their village, known for bedding loosely, may be a Nightcrawler; the same may be said of a courtesan of legendary beauty and grace, a woman privy to the ears of great Lords and Ladies. These speculations are scant proven, and the trademark of any proper Nightcrawler - in the face of great speculation - is to disappear.
Changes
The first tell to determine whether someone is a Corvo or not is, of course, the fact that they're exceedingly good-looking. Many of them were born this way, and many weren't; legends exist of disgusting wretches and malignant lepers becoming renowned beauties overnight, all thanks to this Blight. In truth, even a naturally attractive person changes some once Brazim has blessed them with his favor. Their skin becomes clearer and more vibrant, their body naturally chiseled to their liking. The imperfections common to all mortals are lost on them, who may choose to surrender their scars, their extra weight, their drooping chin, slacking jaw or the stature they always found to be the one thing that held them back. Their skin almost appears warmer, their features more pleasant and inviting, their smile mystifying. A Corvo's scent is perhaps their most drawing feature: it radiates warmth and draws arousal from others, channeling their innate hunger with a fragrance that compels lust and the absence of caution.
The second most prominent change is that a Corvo begins to desire constant, or at least frequent, stimulation. They become more lustful, and more easily addicted to substances that excite the mind and the senses. Corvo are surprisingly cognizant and aware while under the effects of heavy drugs or while completely intoxicated, and they even appear to be more focused in many cases. For this reason, many Nightcrawlers are addicted to drugs, and they have little reason not to be; the normal drawbacks that mundane men and women face do not affect them, only the craving.
It is said that like their creator, whose domain is Ambition, the Nightcrawlers are never completely fulfilled. They always want more, seek more, juggling lovers, adventures, titles and lifestyles without relent, seeking thrills that only temporarily gratify their wanton longings. Joy and contentedness appear for a moment, but quickly disappear, and though the effects may linger for a time all eventually corrects itself to an uncertain state of being, with no ambition ever too great.
Corvo live for a long time. As will be explained later, one of the abilities they gain through this Blight allows them to siphon others' health, which not only helps them to recover from wounds but can also expand their lifespan. Human Corvae tend to live for roughly two hundred years, while Elves can live for over five centuries with this Blight. They tend to appear young and vibrant for most of this duration, and never appear to age beyond their early forties, which they may not hit until near the end of their first century of life.
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