Binders bearing affinity to the West find it easier to cast spectacular feats of illusion, changing their appearance and even fashion objects of ethereal light. The realm of spirits, of illusion, and of magic, the Western Wind keeps matters of the mystical. Sociality is the guiding trait, lending persuasion into every word they breathe. A particular favorite of merchants and Thieves alike, those aligned with the East can gain insight and even new perspectives. It also allows for the communion of animals and their aspects in interesting ways. It governs the natural flow of the world, allowing for the transmutation and summoning of earthly designs, such as pools of water, fruit trees, and even flowers. The capricious of the Cardinals, the Eastern Wind is one of nature and of change. Physicality is its guiding trait, lending strength of body, providing the fortitude to overcome obstacles. But this is a misconception as some of the most powerful spells reside with a Wind of such great strength. There are some Knot Spells attributed to the South that increase travelling options, such as gateways and other curious spells, leading to notions that the South catches what the other spells do not fall under.

Warriors and Wardens all owe their combat prowess to the South Wind. It favors those who practice the martial arts. Mechanics is its guiding trait, providing insight into the machinery of the Elden, as well as lending to means of travel.Įnergetic and Vibrant, the Southern Wind brings forth storms, not of malice, but of vigor and strife. Spells that allow one to recovery, healing, and even some for swift transportation exist in this affinity. It is a Wind that guides swiftly to ends, both physically and spiritually. Of the Cardinals, the Northern Wind is the most industrial, favoring those sound of mind and body. I will give you my personal notes on each of these winds, but there is more lore about them from sources both local and far away…. Aligning with one of them will make memorizing spells and abilities easier. One thing you will need to decide is your affinity for one of the four Winds. Take your time to view them and make your decisions according to how you want to play. These choices may appear simple, but each one can make a significant difference later on. Your quirks and personality draws from them, as well as your affinity for one of the Four Cardinal Winds. These are the beginning threads of your story. When you first begin, you may be a little daunted by the thought of Forms. These are fundamentals to any wanderer worth their knots and it begins with your Form. How you choose to spend your time, what roads to take, which people to talk to and why. You may find yourself surpriased by these words, but this is a world of opportunity and, most crucially, a world of choices. After all, were I to tell you of your Journey, you would not be the maker of your own destiny, no? Instead, I will try my best to help you find your feet along the road where the cardinal winds will favor you and good fortune, danger and companionship await…. Within this guide you will find that I spare no secret nor reveal too much. Under my false forms and names, many don’t notice a helpful hand with their lockbbox, or an altar in need of a spark, but I’m always with you with Tea and traveling tales to spare. I am Many-Faces, seeker of lost lores, tales and trinkets. This is but a Forward as I’m sure you’ve guessed and one where I should introduce myself. Still others seek more venturesome roads, taking to danger and lost knowledge hidden deep in the ephemeral wilds of the world. To others, we venture to the bustling towns and sleepy villages, making friends and memories along the way. To we who wander, some may find comfort in the simple things, foraging in fields for Tea and small comfort. Tidings of lands, foreign to tongues that have only known the Knot, find refuge in the soft billowing steam of the Teahouses, joined by hands and hearts of paths all over. We travel from coasts to forests and beyond, seeking endlessly, by virtue of creed or faith or musings. Dandelions, we are called, defined by our way of life in this land. I see a few of you are new to this new world, souls lost upon the Crying Shores perhaps? Worry not, for I will be happy to give you some words for your time here. I have roamed these parts for many days and many more nights, in search of lore long forgotten and knowledge obscure and strange. I am humble wanderer and binder along this Braided Shore.

Greetings strangers, travelers and merchants upon this long and winding path. Knotwork of an Unknown Traveler or Guidebook Forwarding Knot A Curious Knotted Tongue and a Temple on Isolated Shore.Knotwork of an Unknown Traveler or Guidebook.

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