Discussion Lizardmen Taboos

[n810]

Due to their fanatical devotion the Slann and the Old ones, I would this it quite unlikely,
I see Lizardmen either fleeing to fight another day or fighting to the last one.

 

[MrPampers]

That is a good point.

 

[Aginor]

Agree as well.
If AoS rules are any indication: there are very few armies with such a high bravery value. Even Stormcast flee before Seraphon do.

 

[Scalenex]

Regarding death, my recent post on Lizardmen religious practiced, I detailed the Rite of the Last Journey where an infirm Lizardman can choose suicide honorably under specific circumstances.

The Last Journey (advanced funeral rite): The Rite of the Last Journey is rarely performed and only with the greatest reverence. If one of the First decides that he is incurably sick, injured, or infirm to such an extent that he has become a burden to his fellows, he may choose to walk off into the jungle alone, so that he can die.

This ritual is always done for one individual, never for groups. Mostly, it’s Sauri that perform this rite, but Skinks and Kroxigor may do so if they choose. It is a severe taboo to pressure another First to take the Last Journey. The choice must be made freely.

Before the individual walks off into the jungle, his friends and brothers gather to honor his life. Basically you have a funeral where the honored deceased is alive to hear the mourner’s praise and sorrow. They share a last meal together and then the mourners line up to see their friend exit their presence for the last time, either with respectful silent salutes or whooping cheers depending on the temperament of those involved.

If the deceased to be cannot walk, his closest friend or friends carry him. Once alone, the rite subject may choose to die alone, or may ask his friend to quickly euthanize him.

Also, welcome to the forums @MrPampers

 

[MrPampers]

Regarding death, my recent post on Lizardmen religious practiced, I detailed the Rite of the Last Journey where an infirm Lizardman can choose suicide honorably under specific circumstances.



Also, welcome to the forums @MrPampers

Thank you for welcome me! Its an honour to be part of this community. I will take a look to your work, I¨m sure that is amazing!!

 

[MrPampers]

Regarding death, my recent post on Lizardmen religious practiced, I detailed the Rite of the Last Journey where an infirm Lizardman can choose suicide honorably under specific circumstances.



Also, welcome to the forums @MrPampers

I liked you vission of the background, it made me remember that ancient peruvians used to sacrifice humans making them to walk to the top of the mountains alone, until the cold winter or lack of food had killed them. I understand that the last journey is not an religious sacrifice, but keeps some common points.
Best wishes.

 

[pendrake]

Due to their fanatical devotion the Slann and the Old ones, I would [find] this it quite unlikely, I see Lizardmen either fleeing to fight another day or fighting to the last one.

The whole business of walk off into the jungle seems unlikely.

As long as a Skink or other lizard can perform a useful task, they carry on.

Where does it say they (LM) age? Do Elfs age?

If a very aged Skink has not managed to die in battle, or at its post, or while doing its task...why wouldn't a Skink priest just use a Lore of Life spell on it? (...if it was ailing.)

 

[Scalenex]

Where does it say they (LM) age? Do Elfs age?

GW states multiple times in explicit language that Slann and Sauri do not age. I assumed by the omission that Skinks are not immortal. Tetto'ekko is described as being wrinkly and old. This extrapolated, not cannon, but my fluff stories assume Skinks have a life expectancy similar to modern humans, not medieval humans. Skink Chiefs live longer. Skink priests live longer but Tetto'ekko is beating everyone.

GW states that elves age but the writers seem to have vastly different interpretations about on how fast.

 

[Edward]

GW states multiple times in explicit language that Slann and Sauri do not age. I assumed by the omission that Skinks are not immortal. Tetto'ekko is described as being wrinkly and old. This extrapolated, not cannon, but my fluff stories assume Skinks have a life expectancy similar to modern humans, not medieval humans. Skink Chiefs live longer. Skink priests live longer but Tetto'ekko is beating everyone.

GW states that elves age but the writers seem to have vastly different interpretations about on how fast.

Does that necessarily imply that they do die of old age?

 

[Aginor]

Does that necessarily imply that they do die of old age?

No, but it is likely. If they get wrinkles it means they really age. It would be strange if their skin ages but not their internal organs.

Also: Welcome to the forums!

 

[Scalenex]

Does that necessarily imply that they do die of old age?

Given the interest in it, I am working on a detailed discussion thread to discuss lifespans of fantasy creatures, everyone, Lizardmen and warmblood alike. I'll get into the gory details But in the meantime. Here is a quote from the High Elf army book, page 26.

“When Bal-Hathor died peacefully of old age, Finubar was his chosen successor."

That means GW canon states that elves can die peacefully of old age. Not many do, but that's neither here nor there.

 

[n810]

As far as I know,
No Slann or Saurus has ever died of old age.
Despite some being thousands of years old.

Skinks on the other hand have a life span similar to humans...
Not sure about kroxigor... I think they are fairly long lived though.

 

[Scolenex]

It is also worth considering the fact that it rains like clock work every day in the jungle. (around 2:00 I believe)
It might not be nectary to bathe regularly since they are likely getting daily rain showers weather they like it or not.

So "weather they like it or not"

homophone based spelling error or pun, you decide!