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Ichaya: /* Heyalar Zadik */

2015-11-18T19:30:37Z

Heyalar Zadik

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	Long believed to be haunted by the nomadic clans of central and eastern Gol, the '''Heyalar Zadik''' were never settled and remain a pristine wildlife preserve. It is believed that surface veins of copper gave rise to the myths surrounding the mountains, as the oxidized metal creates the impression of Vulcan blood emerging from the rock and drying on the surface. Acting as a natural barrier between the '''Straits of Ha'Zen''' and the Gol plains, the Zadik Mountains experience occasional rainfall, creating small lakes of emerald coloring.		Long believed to be haunted by the nomadic clans of central and eastern Gol, the '''Heyalar Zadik''' were never settled and remain a pristine wildlife preserve. It is believed that surface veins of copper gave rise to the myths surrounding the mountains, as the oxidized metal creates the impression of Vulcan blood emerging from the rock and drying on the surface. Acting as a natural barrier between the '''Straits of Ha'Zen''' and the Gol plains, the Zadik Mountains experience occasional rainfall, creating small lakes of emerald coloring.

	It is feasible that some of the caves located in the central massif were used by pre-reformation mystics to store the [[Vre'~~katra~~\|kartic arks]] of ancient mind-lords, adding to the myths.		It is feasible that some of the caves located in the central massif were used by pre-reformation mystics to store the [[Vre'Katra\|kartic arks]] of ancient mind-lords, adding to the myths.



	[[Category: Vulcan (Planet)]]		[[Category: Vulcan (Planet)]]

Ichaya: /* Kolinahru Monastery */

2015-11-18T19:29:53Z

Kolinahru Monastery

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	Guests are welcome at any time to rest and meditate in privacy, however they must leave their vehicles and any technology at a shelter roughly 1.4 kilometers from the complex.		Guests are welcome at any time to rest and meditate in privacy, however they must leave their vehicles and any technology at a shelter roughly 1.4 kilometers from the complex.

	The only portion of the monastery not open to the general public are the catacombs where ancient artifacts are stored along with the interred remains of former High Masters. Supposedly there are also [[~~Katric Arc~~\|katric arcs]] of some former Masters and adepts, though one may assume those will be well hidden.		The only portion of the monastery not open to the general public are the catacombs where ancient artifacts are stored along with the interred remains of former High Masters. Supposedly there are also [[Vre'Katra\|katric arcs]] of some former Masters and adepts, though one may assume those will be well hidden.

	=== Vulcan Institute of Defensive Arts ===		=== Vulcan Institute of Defensive Arts ===

Ichaya: /* Kolinahru Monastery */

2015-11-18T19:28:47Z

Kolinahru Monastery

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	The monastery rests in a high cleft on Mount Kolinahr, the highest peak in Gol.		The monastery rests in a high cleft on Mount Kolinahr, the highest peak in Gol.

	In ancient times, the Kolinahru ranked among the most powerful and cruel adepts on the face of the planet. Their mind-lords were capable of killing an enemy by thought alone, or spark mass hysteria by inducing hallucinations. Dark legends of mind-lords committing unspeakable atrocities have long since become part of Vulcan's mythological tapestry, though more scientific research suggests that there is an unfortunate amount of truth to many of these stories.		In ancient times, the Kolinahru ranked among the most powerful and cruel adepts on the face of the planet. Their mind-lords were capable of killing an enemy by thought alone, or spark mass hysteria by inducing hallucinations. Dark legends of mind-lords committing unspeakable atrocities have long since become part of [[Vulcan (Planet)\|Vulcan]]'s mythological tapestry, though more scientific research suggests that there is an unfortunate amount of truth to many of these stories.

	During the Time of Awakening however the Kolinahru High Master was the first of Gol's mystics to find value in Surak's teachings and turned his order towards the practice of complete mind control. In keeping with the region's traditional asceticism and absolutist philosophies, the Kolinahru take the concept of "'''Arie'mnu'''" (Passion's mastery) to the extreme by advocating and teaching the complete purging of emotion.		During the [[Time of Awakening]] however the Kolinahru High Master was among the first of Gol's mystics to find value in [[Surak]]'s teachings and turned his order towards the practice of complete mind control. In keeping with the region's traditional asceticism and absolutist philosophies, the Kolinahru take the concept of "'''Arie'mnu'''" (Passion's mastery) to the extreme by advocating and teaching the complete purging of emotion.

	The acolytes and adepts of Kolinahr live an ascetic and simple lifestyle, using oil lamps and quill pens instead of electricity and computers; raising simple hand-tended crops on communal land; and bathing in the natural hot springs beneath the monastery.		The acolytes and adepts of Kolinahr live an ascetic and simple lifestyle, using oil lamps and quill pens instead of electricity and computers; raising simple hand-tended crops on communal land; and bathing in the natural hot springs beneath the monastery.
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	Guests are welcome at any time to rest and meditate in privacy, however they must leave their vehicles and any technology at a shelter roughly 1.4 kilometers from the complex.		Guests are welcome at any time to rest and meditate in privacy, however they must leave their vehicles and any technology at a shelter roughly 1.4 kilometers from the complex.

	The only portion of the monastery not open to the general public are the catacombs where ancient artifacts are stored along with the interred remains of former High Masters. Supposedly there are also Katric ~~Arcs~~ of some former Masters and adepts, though one may assume those will be well hidden.		The only portion of the monastery not open to the general public are the catacombs where ancient artifacts are stored along with the interred remains of former High Masters. Supposedly there are also [[Katric Arc\|katric arcs]] of some former Masters and adepts, though one may assume those will be well hidden.

	=== Vulcan Institute of Defensive Arts ===		=== Vulcan Institute of Defensive Arts ===

Ichaya at 05:31, 11 November 2015

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	== History ==		== History ==

	[[Image:Gol.jpg\|thumb\|left\|Kalrenta Plateau]]		[[Image:Gol.jpg\|thumb\|200px\|left\|Kalrenta Plateau]]

	Mineral-rich by Vulcan standards, Gol has seen its share of warfare despite its inhospitable landscape.		Mineral-rich by Vulcan standards, Gol has seen its share of warfare despite its inhospitable landscape.
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	=== Vulcan Institute of Defensive Arts ===		=== Vulcan Institute of Defensive Arts ===

	[[Image:Ceremonial Lirpa.jpg\|thumb\|left\|Ceremonial lirpa]]		[[Image:Ceremonial Lirpa.jpg\|200px\|thumb\|left\|Ceremonial lirpa]]


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	=== Menal Haul-kur ===		=== Menal Haul-kur ===

	[[Image:Gol-Haul-Kur.jpg\|thumb\|right\|Cape Silver]]		[[Image:Gol-Haul-Kur.jpg\|200px\|thumb\|right\|Cape Silver]]

	If Vulcan has such a thing as a resort, it would be the southernmost tip of Gol province. Renowned for its windswept splendor, the area of Cape Haul-Kur features a microclimate drastically different from the only 50 kilometer distant desert.		If Vulcan has such a thing as a resort, it would be the southernmost tip of Gol province. Renowned for its windswept splendor, the area of Cape Haul-Kur features a microclimate drastically different from the only 50 kilometer distant desert.

Ichaya: /* Kolinahru Monastery */

2015-11-09T21:44:20Z

Kolinahru Monastery

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	The monastery rests in a high cleft on Mount Kolinahr, the highest peak in Gol.		The monastery rests in a high cleft on Mount Kolinahr, the highest peak in Gol.

	In ancient times, the Kolinahru ranked among the most powerful and cruel adepts on the face of the planet. Their mind-lords were capable of killing an enemy by thought alone, or spark mass hysteria by inducing hallucinations. Dark legends of mind-lords committing unspeakable ~~arocities~~ have long since become part of Vulcan's mythological tapestry, though more scientific research suggests that there is an unfortunate amount of truth to many of these stories.		In ancient times, the Kolinahru ranked among the most powerful and cruel adepts on the face of the planet. Their mind-lords were capable of killing an enemy by thought alone, or spark mass hysteria by inducing hallucinations. Dark legends of mind-lords committing unspeakable atrocities have long since become part of Vulcan's mythological tapestry, though more scientific research suggests that there is an unfortunate amount of truth to many of these stories.

	During the Time of Awakening however the Kolinahru High Master was the first of Gol's mystics to find value in Surak's teachings and turned his order towards the practice of complete mind control. In keeping with the region's traditional asceticism and absolutist philosophies, the Kolinahru take the concept of "'''Arie'mnu'''" (Passion's mastery) to the extreme by advocating and teaching the complete purging of emotion.		During the Time of Awakening however the Kolinahru High Master was the first of Gol's mystics to find value in Surak's teachings and turned his order towards the practice of complete mind control. In keeping with the region's traditional asceticism and absolutist philosophies, the Kolinahru take the concept of "'''Arie'mnu'''" (Passion's mastery) to the extreme by advocating and teaching the complete purging of emotion.

Ichaya: /* T'Paal */

2015-11-01T19:57:50Z

T'Paal

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	The walled city of T’Paal, located on the cliffs of Gol near the border to [[Raal]] and overlooking the [[Voroth Sea]], served as the unofficial capital of Gol for millennia. One of the few natural harbors South of the Na'ree river valley the port town was a flourishing center of trade.		The walled city of T’Paal, located on the cliffs of Gol near the border to [[Raal]] and overlooking the [[Voroth Sea]], served as the unofficial capital of Gol for millennia. One of the few natural harbors South of the Na'ree river valley the port town was a flourishing center of trade.

	Today the Vulcan Science Academy has an extensive campus there, devoted mainly to marine ecology and economics.		Today the Vulcan Science Academy has an extensive campus there, devoted mainly to marine ecology and economics.


	=== Menal Haul-kur ===		=== Menal Haul-kur ===

Ichaya: /* Vulcan Institute of Defensive Arts */

2015-11-01T19:57:05Z

Vulcan Institute of Defensive Arts

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	The Institute offers courses for natives and off-worlders alike, among them martial arts such as ponn-ifla, ke-tarya, suus mahna, and kareel-ifla. One may also acquire skills with ancient weapons such as the [[Lirpa\|lirpa]] or the [[Khaiya\|khaiya longbow]], along with an impressive collection of sprains, bruises and the occasional broken bone; all of which can be treated by healers in residence if they become serious.		The Institute offers courses for natives and off-worlders alike, among them martial arts such as ponn-ifla, ke-tarya, suus mahna, and kareel-ifla. One may also acquire skills with ancient weapons such as the [[Lirpa\|lirpa]] or the [[Khaiya\|khaiya longbow]], along with an impressive collection of sprains, bruises and the occasional broken bone; all of which can be treated by healers in residence if they become serious.

	The épreuve du feu however are the disciplines of the ancient warrior-priest caste which today live on in the [[V'Ket]], first and foremost the sword fighting style. Few outworlders have ever completed this training as it generally takes years to master, and it requires constant practice to remain in fighting form. A combination of ~~almost~~ meditative breathing techniques and fluid, seemingly effortless movements, this fighting style is ~~centered on symmetry and balance; and designed for deadly efficiency in close quarters~~.		The épreuve du feu however are the disciplines of the ancient warrior-priest caste which today live on in the [[V'Ket]], first and foremost the sword fighting style. Few outworlders have ever completed this training as it generally takes years to master, and it requires constant practice to remain in fighting form. A combination of meditative breathing techniques and fluid, seemingly effortless movements, this [[V'Ket#Weapons\|fighting style]] is the most extensive course offered at the Institute.


	Past students of the Institute include such prominent Federation personages as Captain Hikaru Sulu and Tuvok of the USS Voyager (later USS Titan), who also taught archery science.		Past students of the Institute include such prominent Federation personages as Captain Hikaru Sulu and Tuvok of the USS Voyager (later USS Titan), who also taught archery science.

Ichaya: /* History */

2015-10-25T16:17:29Z

History

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	The northern houses were engaged in near constant war with the [[Na'ree]] river valley clans, when not temporary alliances allowed for brief periods of lively trade.		The northern houses were engaged in near constant war with the [[Na'ree]] river valley clans, when not temporary alliances allowed for brief periods of lively trade.

	Due to its rugged shoreline Gol has few coastal settlements, however there is an old fortress overlooking '''Menal Krin-tu''' (Cape of Wolves, a now extinct feral canine related to the [[Kayren'tu]]) around which a small trading post developed. The town of Du'Krin-tu (Shadow of the Wolf) has been renowned for its seafarers throughout Vulcan history and added to the reputation of Golsu-lar as being an odd bunch, as the vast majority of Vulcans are quite content to stay on solid land.		Due to its rugged shoreline Gol has few coastal settlements, however there is the trade center of '''T'Paal''' and an old fortress overlooking '''Menal Krin-tu''' (Cape of Wolves, a now extinct feral canine related to the [[Kayren'tu]]) around which a small trading post developed. The town of Du'Krin-tu (Shadow of the Wolf) has been renowned for its seafarers throughout Vulcan history and added to the reputation of Golsu-lar as being an odd bunch, as the vast majority of Vulcans are quite content to stay on solid land.
	For millennia, Krin-tusu'la (lit. Wolf-people, also referred to as "'''Masut'krin-tusu'la'''" - The Sea-Wolves) were among the few braving the Straits of Ha'Zen and doing trade with the exotic island-continent [[Xir'Tan]].		For millennia, Krin-tusu'la (lit. Wolf-people, also referred to as "'''Masut'krin-tusu'la'''" - The Sea-Wolves) were among the few braving the Straits of Ha'Zen and doing trade with the exotic island-continent [[Xir'Tan]].

Ichaya: /* Places of Note */

2015-10-25T16:15:33Z

Places of Note

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	Past students of the Institute include such prominent Federation personages as Captain Hikaru Sulu and Tuvok of the USS Voyager (later USS Titan), who also taught archery science.		Past students of the Institute include such prominent Federation personages as Captain Hikaru Sulu and Tuvok of the USS Voyager (later USS Titan), who also taught archery science.

			=== T'Paal ===

			The walled city of T’Paal, located on the cliffs of Gol near the border to [[Raal]] and overlooking the [[Voroth Sea]], served as the unofficial capital of Gol for millennia. One of the few natural harbors South of the Na'ree river valley the port town was a flourishing center of trade.

			Today the Vulcan Science Academy has an extensive campus there, devoted mainly to marine ecology and economics.


	=== Menal Haul-kur ===		=== Menal Haul-kur ===

Ichaya: /* History */

2015-10-16T06:49:22Z

History

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	Due to its rugged shoreline Gol has few coastal settlements, however there is an old fortress overlooking '''Menal Krin-tu''' (Cape of Wolves, a now extinct feral canine related to the [[Kayren'tu]]) around which a small trading post developed. The town of Du'Krin-tu (Shadow of the Wolf) has been renowned for its seafarers throughout Vulcan history and added to the reputation of Golsu-lar as being an odd bunch, as the vast majority of Vulcans are quite content to stay on solid land.		Due to its rugged shoreline Gol has few coastal settlements, however there is an old fortress overlooking '''Menal Krin-tu''' (Cape of Wolves, a now extinct feral canine related to the [[Kayren'tu]]) around which a small trading post developed. The town of Du'Krin-tu (Shadow of the Wolf) has been renowned for its seafarers throughout Vulcan history and added to the reputation of Golsu-lar as being an odd bunch, as the vast majority of Vulcans are quite content to stay on solid land.
	For millennia, Krin-tusu (lit. Wolf-people, also referred to as "'''Masut'krin-tusu'''" - The Sea-Wolves) were among the few braving the Straits of Ha'Zen and doing trade with the exotic island-continent [[Xir'Tan]].		For millennia, Krin-tusu'la (lit. Wolf-people, also referred to as "'''Masut'krin-tusu'la'''" - The Sea-Wolves) were among the few braving the Straits of Ha'Zen and doing trade with the exotic island-continent [[Xir'Tan]].

	Not surprisingly Western Gol has contributed a great deal to the first crews of Vulcans venturing into space, and to this day has a disproportionally large number of former or active duty Starfleet officers among its natives.		Not surprisingly Western Gol has contributed a great deal to the first crews of Vulcans venturing into space, and to this day has a disproportionally large number of former or active duty Starfleet officers among its natives.