The Masters of the Night-Wind, or Mictlan, is one of the six tribes in Natlan.
Overview[]
Out of all of the tribes, the Masters of the Night-Wind have the deepest connection with the Night Kingdom. Their primary role is as "shamans" (or "mystics") who conduct rituals to communicate with the Wayob for knowledge and guidance. They are also responsible for monitoring the health of Natlan's Ley Lines and Phlogiston.[1] Members of other tribes often travel to the Masters of the Night-Wind to seek their spiritual services, e.g., to read their futures[2] or bless their tools and weapons.[3] Their other areas of expertise include storytelling,[4] record-keeping,[5] medicine, and Phlogiston Engraving.
The shamans of Mictlan practice a range of mystical arts, including divination, potion-making, and astral projection. They possess a heightened perception that allows them to see the energy of Phlogiston and even souls.[6][7] They are also capable of casting a variety of spells, such as for healing, telekinesis, concealment, and memory extraction.[8] The spell-caster's repertoire depends on their skill level and training. Citlali, who is currently the most experienced shaman of the Masters of the Night-Wind, has mastered many rare spells and created many of her own.
According to Citlali, all of the tribe's spells and "problem-solving methods" are based on dealing with spirits, so a certain degree of spiritual sensitivity is required. Some tribe members are born with no such sensitivity whatsoever; they are known as "spirit-duffers." It is possible to force a spirit-duffer into a clairvoyant state, but if they sustain harm or get stuck, it can be difficult to retrieve or heal them.[9]
The people of Mictlan have a reputation of being eccentric and reclusive. Most Mictlan tribe members encountered outside of their own settlement are traveling doctors.[10]
Their current chief is Biram.
Members[]
Historical[]
- Sanhaj[11]
- Yemaya[12]
- Ayizu — Former Chief (killed during the Cataclysm)[13]
- Kalunga
- Kuntur
- Nzambe
- Tenoch
Former[]
- Huitzilin (passed away)[14]
- Iyoba (based on player's choice during Despair Engulfs the Heavens)
- Mayahuel (based on player's choice during Despair Engulfs the Heavens)
- Osawe (based on player's choice during Despair Engulfs the Heavens)
- Waqar (based on player's choice during Despair Engulfs the Heavens)
Present Day[]
There are 54 current members of the Masters of the Night-Wind:
- "Mural Maniac"
- Amazolli
- Arcantel
- Askia
- Atihk
- Atzi
- Aywastin
- Badru
- Bagayogo
- Besuci
- Biram
- Bitsin
- Bounama
- Caholom
- Chikya
- Chogan
- Cip
- Conulaf
- Etchemin
- Gajere
- Hampeq
- Huatli
- Icmotza
- Ixim
- Keita
- Kinne
- Kokpon
- Kunnau
- Kuymi
- Lamizana
- Leyla
- Liriwu
- Louqua
- Luta
- Mansa
- Matla
- Nanse
- Nlteego
- Ntotila
- Ossie
- Pulmari
- Qhispe
- Sadigua
- Sakaw
- Tepano
- Tepexpan
- Tepoz
- Tezozo
- Tlapo
- Toltec
- Xalapa
- Xipilli
- Yantasar
- Yolotli
Playable Characters[]
Citlali
OroronTrivia[]
- Many members of the Masters of the Night-Wind have Nahuatl names.
- They apparently have quite the variety of chilled drinks.[15]
Etymology[]
- Mictlān is the underworld in Aztec mythology.
- The name Masters of the Night-Wind could allude to Yohualli Ehécatl, meaning "night wind," one of the epithets given to Tezcatlipoca, a deity in the Aztec religion associated with the night sky, obsidian, hurricanes, and divination.
- Additionally, the Chinese and Japanese term for Masters of the Night-Wind includes the word for "smoke," which could further allude to Tezcatlipoca as it translates to "smoking mirror" in Nahuatl.
Other Languages[]
Masters of the Night-Wind
| Language | Official Name | Literal Meaning |
|---|---|---|
| English | Masters of the Night-Wind | — |
| Chinese (Simplified) | 烟谜主 Yānmí Zhǔ | Smoky Mystery Masters |
| Chinese (Traditional) | 煙謎主 Yānmí Zhǔ | |
| Japanese | 謎煙の主 Meien no Aruji | Masters of the Mysterious Smoke |
| Korean | 연기 주인 Yeon'gi Ju'in | Smoke Master |
| Spanish | Augures Vientonocturno | Night-Wind Augurs |
| French | Maîtres du vent nocturne | Masters of the Night-Wind |
| Russian | Повелители Ночного Ветра Poveliteli Nochnogo Vetra | Masters of the Night Wind |
| Thai | จ้าวแห่งลมราตรี Chao Haeng Lom Ra Tri | Lord of the Night Wind |
| Vietnamese | Chủ Nhân Gió Đêm | Masters of the Night Wind |
| German | Meister des Nachtwinds | Masters of the Night-Wind |
| Indonesian | Penguasa Angin Malam | Masters of the Night Wind |
| Portuguese | Mestres do Vento Noturno | |
| Turkish | Gece Rüzgarının Ustaları | |
| Italian | Maestri del Vento della Notte | Masters of the Wind of the Night |
Mictlan
| Language | Official Name |
|---|---|
| English | Mictlan |
| Chinese (Simplified) | 米克特兰 Mǐkètèlán |
| Chinese (Traditional) | 米克特蘭 Mǐkètèlán |
| Japanese | ミクトラン Mikutoran |
| Korean | 믹틀란 Mikteullan |
| Spanish | Mictlán |
| French | Mictlan |
| Russian | Миктлан Miktlan |
| Thai | Mictlan |
| Vietnamese | Mictlan |
| German | Mictlan |
| Indonesian | Mictlan |
| Portuguese | Mictlan |
| Turkish | Mictlan |
| Italian | Mictlan |
Change History[]
References[]
- ↑ NPC Dialogue: Toltec
- ↑ NPC Dialogue: Mitl
- ↑ NPC Dialogue: Tlilhua
- ↑ Weapon Ascension Material: Night-Wind's Mystic Augury
- ↑ Serenitea Pot, Companion Dialogue: Xilonen
- ↑ Archon Quest, Chapter V, Act III - Beyond the Smoke and Mirrors, Part 2: To Whence the Smoke Drifts
- ↑ Archon Quest, Chapter V, Act III - Beyond the Smoke and Mirrors, Part 1: All Names are Noble
- ↑ Archon Quest, Chapter V, Act III - Beyond the Smoke and Mirrors, Part 3: The Flickering Light Splits in Twain
- ↑ Event Iktomi Spiritseeking Scrolls Quest: Volume I: Night-Wind Letter
- ↑ NPC Dialogue: Nanse
- ↑ Weapon: Talking Stick
- ↑ Archon Quest, Chapter V, Act II - Black Stone Under a White Stone, Part 3: Echoes of Life
- ↑ Archon Quest, Chapter V, Act IV - The Rainbow Destined to Burn, Part 2: As One We Watch the Setting Sun
"The Captain": I defended this land for quite some time and, in the process, met the chief of the Master of the Night-Wind, Ayizu. (...) Together, Ayizu and I fought many battles and overcame countless hardships. However, he was unable to escape his fate, and in his final moments, told me the secret of the Gnosis. - ↑ Tribal Chronicles, Memories Flowing With Color, Act III - The Truth of the Battle of Seven Colors, Part 4: The Color of Memory
- ↑ NPC Dialogue: Mahina Nui