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Post by Toyger on Jul 3, 2007 13:03:10 GMT -4
All right, the koalas that we rp aren't like the real koalas at all. These koalas are shamen, and they live in tribes. All of the outback creatures come to them for ailments, or spiritual help. THe shamen are considerd untouchable, and it is an act of great treachery to so much as give them a sprained ankle, let alone kill them.
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Post by Toyger on Jul 7, 2007 22:10:45 GMT -4
Here are the standings and what they mean.
Head Shaman: The head shaman is like the leader of the tribe. He goes to the chartree frequently, he heals, and he interprets omens. He is also in charge of official things. He gets the final word.
Omen Interpreters: The omen interpreters ar the next step from the head shaman. When the head shaman dies, all of the senior omen interpreters go to the chartree to find out who will be the next head shaman. They know a bit of healing, but not much.
Healers: Once you are a healer, you are basically at the end of your rope. Seldom few healers ever become omen interpreters, and only one as ever been the head shaman; Kohahra. The healers know everything about everything about healing. Sick or injured kangaroos and dingoes come to them for healing.
Elders: The elders are koalas who have resinged from serving their tribe, most are too old to put up with staying awake almost all day. They are content to staying in their eucalyptus tree all day.
Joeys: These are all of the joeys that re too young to leace their mothers' pouches.
Gatherers: These joeys are at teaching age. They are able to leave their mothers' pouches for more than a few hours and climb up and down the trees. They are in training, and much of the beginning of their learning is gathering herbs. Hence the name "Gatherers"
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Post by Toyger on Jul 8, 2007 23:11:53 GMT -4
Herbs:
Anise- Leaves for stomachaches and toothaches
Artemisia- For loss of appetite
Aloes- The gel is used for skin problems such as burns, bites, hives, etc,.
Belladonna- Reduces risk of scarlet fever
Buchu- Chew leaves to relieve stomach pains
Cinchona- Regulates pulse
Dioscorea- Good for stiffness
Datura- Good for headaches
Dill-Dill is an herb effective for the treatment of colic, gas, and indigestion.-
Echinacea-to lessen the symptoms of cold and flu
Eucalyptus- To prevent infection
Ginseng- To improve strength and stamina
Henbane-A poultice of leaves is used briefly to remove pain from wounds. It is very toxic and should not be eaten or used by expectant, weak elderly, or young animals
Hydrastis- Good for bringing down swelling
Ipecac- Induces vomiting. Good if you have swallowed something toxic
Liquorice- Good for clearing out mucus.
Lemon grass- Eat it to induce sleep, lessen fever, and treat cramps.
Mints- Good for digestion
Male fern- For getting rid of tapeworms
Periwinkle-Periwinkle leaves can be bruised and applied directly to the affected area for wasp stings, to relieve eye inflammation, and to stop bleeding
Pyrethrum- Good for sore throats
Psyllium- As a laxitive
Papain- Good for wounds
Polygala- Good for snakebites; chew into a poultice and apply to wound
Smilax- Reduces fever, pain, and infection.
Thyme-For anxiety
Valerian- A superb sleep aid
Withania- Brings back strength
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Post by Toyger on Aug 15, 2007 19:12:59 GMT -4
Does anybody have any questions?
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Post by Amaroq on Aug 15, 2007 19:34:04 GMT -4
Anything special we should know about Dingo ranks? Also, Eucalyptus leaves are poisonous. Unless you meant applied to a wound? That makes more sense, actually, to prevent infection. Duh. I'm going to stop talking now...
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Post by Toyger on Aug 15, 2007 19:36:49 GMT -4
That's okay...... I was tired and expected y'all to read minds....
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Post by Amaroq on Aug 15, 2007 19:40:20 GMT -4
But do we need to know anything about Dingo ranks? Like what a "wisepaw" is?
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Post by Toyger on Aug 15, 2007 19:53:09 GMT -4
Posted it on Dingo Facts
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