Freemen

The people of Exodos , the Freemen consider themselves superior to most others. The respect strength. They are very religious and ritualistic. The feel that they have a duty to spread and grow. The leaders rule with a iron fist and the people just seem to go with it. They are taught from a young age to follow the leader. Anyone who is not strong enough or seems genetically inferior in any way is treated as a second class citizen. Forced to serve and worship their superiors or be exiled.   Sometimes they have ritualistic combat to solve power struggles. But the leaders are never to be questioned. Such an offense is treated harshly and in public.   When the ship crashed very little was salvageable. They lost a lot of technology. The people were ok with the idea of starting over so the did. They constructed a fortress of a city and called it Exodos after their home.   They don’t get many visitors no do they want any. Unless you want to become one of there second class citizens and basically become a slave.   Making there Home in the great Valley they have peaceful surroundings. Many Freemen think the valley would be even greater if they were in control. Because they are superior and it is only a matter of time till someone stronger comes along a decides to conquer the valley.   To the Freemen blood lines are very important. Sex is forbidden except for married couples. The one exception is when men are traveling, they are incuraged to spread their seed. Have many babies to spread the blood line. They will marry outside of the faction only if it will strengthen the line. Genetics are very important to them. Even though they lost much of there tech. They saved the ability to genetic test and compare and find ideal matches, or bad matches.   All the men of a certien age must compete in a fighting tournament. The results of the tournament decide the hierarchy of men. For the women they have a beauty pageant. Using the rankings of the two competitions as a measure of status for finding mates.   They have regular holidays where the family have parties. They have regal worship services where praise the one true god and thank him for the leaders he has given them. They are directly from god and so they are as near perfect as you can be.   They believe they come from the one true god and it is their mission to spread and grow.     Elijah Stronghammer: A formidable warrior and devout follower of the Freemen's beliefs, Elijah is highly respected among his peers for his strength and leadership qualities. He serves as one of the faction's enforcers, ensuring that all members adhere to the strict codes of conduct set forth by the leaders.   Gabriel Ironfist: Known for his unwavering loyalty to the leaders of the Freemen, Gabriel is a staunch defender of the faction's principles and ideals. He holds a position of authority within the faction's hierarchy, using his influence to maintain order and discipline among the ranks.   Lucas Stoneheart: A stoic and disciplined individual, Lucas is deeply committed to the Freemen's cause and dedicates himself wholeheartedly to serving the faction. He is known for his unwavering dedication to his duties, often going to great lengths to ensure the success and prosperity of the Freemen.   Nathaniel Darkblade: As a skilled fighter and strategist, Nathaniel plays a crucial role in the Freemen's military operations and tactical planning. He is respected for his cunning and resourcefulness on the battlefield, earning him a position of authority within the faction's ranks.   Isaac Bloodthorn: Known for his ruthless demeanor and unwavering adherence to the Freemen's beliefs, Isaac is feared and respected by his peers. He is willing to do whatever it takes to uphold the faction's principles, even if it means resorting to extreme measures to maintain control and dominance.   Malachi Steelclad: A devout follower of the Freemen's religious teachings, Malachi serves as a spiritual leader and advisor within the faction. He is revered for his wisdom and insight, providing guidance and counsel to his fellow brethren in times of need.