Moot
This is a draft. It is not official yet.
This article is about Gaian werewolves. For information on Wyrm faction, head here.
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What is a Moot?
From the Corebook: "Werewolves gather regularly in moots, events that serve a variety of social, political and religious functions. These gathering are part of what makes them Garou, communal creatures dedicated to common causes and sacred responsibilities. Usually, moots are convened every full moon, although a sept may call smaller gatherings as circumstances warrant. For cliath, these gatherings are vital. When a pack returns from one of its adventures, one among them should tell the events that occurred at the next moot. The various werewolves in the pack can then earn renown. By contrast, Garou who avoid moots regularly are viewed with suspicion, often because of their unwillingness to aid their own kind.
Moots are always held at caerns, and powerful spirits are often summoned as part of the proceedings. Theurges perform great rites, Philodox attend to protocol and the "business" aspects of the gathering, Galliards organize the social and storytelling events, and Ahroun see to the defense of the assembly. Werewolves debate policies, discuss plans, send heroes off to perform great tasks, celebrate heroes who have returned triumphant and revile criminals who violate the Litany. Matters are handled with decorum and weighed by the sept as a whole. When matters become too grim, Ragabash satirize foolish decisions, jape at pretentious elders and taunt
those who take themselves far too seriously. The most powerful moon bridges are opened during this time. Most importantly, the spiritual energy expended keeps the caern alive, for as the Garou prosper, so do the sacred sites they attend."
The Moot is an event that should not be missed, for the good of the Nation, the sept, and the caern. There is a set script ahead of time designed to hit all that the Moot's are designed to accomplish, as well as rally the troops to build up their energy to recharge the caern with Gnosis. It follow this order:
1. The Fool - Played usually by a Ragabash. The Fool will question the litany, and test the sept's resolve.
2. The Opening Howl - The Master of the Howl leads to set the tone. He/she reads the litany, and disputes The Fool with the rest of the sept. Celebration for recent victories and mourning for those lost occur, and the sharing of renown gained and lost.
3. The Inner Sky - Run by the Caller of the Wyld, the Theurges perform this to renew the connection between the Garou and the spirits they work with.
4. Cracking the Bone - The Truthcatcher or a Philodox appointed runs the business portion of the Moot. This is a time for grievences to be settled and challenges to be made.
5. Stories and Songs - A time for Galliards to spin their tales, or any others, including Kinfolk, to share as well.
6. The Revel - The climax of the festivities, the Wyrmfoe or a chosen Ahroun finish bring up the energy in some act such as hunts, challenges, etc, which culminates in a release of energy/Gnosis to recharge the Caern for the month.
Each part focuses on an auspice and plays an important role.
For City of Hope Mush - Gaian Garou Sphere - we are holding the monthly Moot off camera, bimonthly, on +bboard 79. Everyone is invited to participate! You can do so either IC or OOC. How does that work? IC you would write as your PC. So if you are a Theurge, you would gravitate to the Inner Sky. If you are a Philodox, then the Cracking the Bone. Now, you as a player may want to take a run at the Revel, but you do not play an Ahroun! No problem! That is what NPCs are for. You cannot gain renown for that, but you can get an xpnom, and the satisfaction of writing it to help out.
Any questions about it, please direct them toward Brooke
Participation
Writing: Any Garou or Kinfolk that would like to participate in some way, whether IC or OOC, you need to contact the Master of the Howl, Brooke. Anyone can participate in an NPC Writer Role, but if you would like to participate IC, aside from telling stories, the other sections are restricted to your own Auspice. Kinfolk are welcome to join in ICly with the Stories and Songs. OOCly, all posts should be approved by Brooke ahead of time. If you are unfamiliar with posting to a bboard, or would just like code help, let Brooke know.
Attendance: It is assumed that all Garou are attending the monthly Moot, unless you wish to RP that you refuse to attend/participate. Be mindful that if you choose to do that, you could face renown loss. There is no on camera/RP required for monthly Moots.
Moot Leaders
| Position | Name | Rite Name | Rank | Breed | Auspice | Tribe | Gender | Nature | Demeanor |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Grand Elder | (NPC) Anthony Richards | Speaks for Justice | 5 | Homid | Philodox | Children of Gaia | Male | Pedagogue | Judge |
| Warder | (NPC) Billy Johnson | Iron Flail | 5 | Homid | Ahroun | Bone Gnawers | Male | Cavalier | Follower |
| Master of the Rite | (NPC) Mara | Bane-Breaker | 5 | Metis (withered left leg) |
Theurge | Uktena | Female | Visionary | Deviant |
| Truth Catcher | Alecto | Howls-at-High-Moon | 5 | Lupus | Philodox | Black Furies | Female | ||
| Wyrm Foe | Jake Miller | Defiant Storm | 5 | Homid | Ahroun | Shadow Lords | Male | ||
| Master of Howl | Brooke Farman | Hushed Blaze | 4 | Homid | Galliard | Glass Walkers | Female | ||
| Caller of the Wyld | Connor McMurrough | Shining-Walker | 4 | Homid | Theurge | Fianna | Male |
Book References
WW3801 Werewolf Core Book (Revised) Pg #43
WW3806 Players Guide to Garou Pg #115
Helpful Websites
Laws of the Moot: A Cheat-Sheet to the Garou Nation's Most Sacred Rite
A SCRIPT FOR DOING A MOOT
Moot Rite
Previous Moot Logs
