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{{Greyhawk Realm
{{Realm
|image = [[Image:Tiger Nomads01.jpg]]
|image         = [[Image:Tiger Nomads01.jpg]]
|caption = The arms of the Tiger Nomads, as depicted in the ''[[Living Greyhawk Gazetteer]] (2000)''.
|caption       = The arms of the Tiger Nomads, as depicted in the ''[[Living Greyhawk Gazetteer]]'' (2000).
|name = Chakyik Horde
|name           =
|motto =  
|alt_name      =
|region = [[Bitter North]]
|alt_spelling  =
|ruler = Ilkhan [[Gajtak]]
|demonym        =  
|government =  
|motto         =  
|established =  
|region         = [[Bitter North]]
|capital =  
|ruler         = Lord [[Agul Krusef]]
|major towns = [[Yecha]]
|government     = Numerous nomad clans loosely ruled
|provinces =  
by the most powerful noble of the royal clan
|resources =  
|established   =  
|coinage =  
|disestablished =  
|population =   
|capital        = [[Yecha]]
|races = Human
|major_towns    =
|languages = [[Ordai]], [[Ancient Baklunish]], [[Common]]
|provinces     =  
|alignments =  
|resources     = Furs and hides, silver, gems
|religions = [[Istus]], [[Incabulos]], [[Geshtai]], ancestor worship  
|coinage       =  
|allies =  
|population     =  104,000 (in [[591 CY]])
|enemies =  
|races         = {{percentage table|[[Human]] ([[Baklunish|B]])|96| [[Halfling]] |2|[[Elf]] |1|Other | 1}}
|languages     = [[Ordai]], [[Ancient Baklunish]], [[Common]]
|alignments     = CN*, CE, N
|religions     = [[Istus]], [[Incabulos]], [[Geshtai]], ancestor worship  
|allies         =  
|enemies       = [[Wegwiur]] (sometimes), [[Perrenland]] (sometimes), [[Ekbir]] (sometimes)
}}
}}
The '''Tiger Nomads''', properly known as the '''Chakyik Horde''', is a political state of the [[Flanaess]]. The name also applies to the tribes of nomadic horsemen who dwell within these lands.
 
The '''Tiger Nomads''', properly known as the '''Chakyik''' or the '''Chakyik Horde''', is a political state of the [[Flanaess]]. The name also applies to the tribes of nomadic horsemen who dwell within these lands.


==History==
==History==


==Geography==
==Geography==
The lands of the Tiger Nomads are generally located in the northwestern portion of the Flanaess. They are bordered by the [[Burneal Forest]] to the north, the [[Fler River]] to the east, the [[Yatil Mountains]] to the south, and the [[Dramidj Ocean]] to the west.
The lands of the Tiger Nomads are in the northwestern portion of the [[Flanaess]]. They are bordered by the [[Burneal Forest]] to the north, the [[Fler River]] to the east, the [[Yatil Mountains]] to the south, and the [[Dramidj Ocean]] to the west.


The only major town with the Tiger Nomads territory is Yecha (pop. 4,100).
The only major town with the Tiger Nomads territory is [[Yecha]] (pop. 4,100).


==People==
==People==
===Population===
===Population===
As of 591 [[Common Year|CY]], the population of the Tiger Nomads totaled 104,000 persons, the overwhelming majority (96%) being humans of mainly [[Baklunish]] descent. [[Halfling|Halflings]], [[Elf|elves]], and other humanoids make up the remainder of the population.
In [[591 CY]] the population of the Tiger Nomads totaled 104,000 persons, the overwhelming majority (96%) being humans of mainly [[Baklunish]] descent. [[Halfling]]s, [[Elf|elves]], and other [[humanoid]]s make up the remainder of the population.


===Religion===
===Religion===
The most popular deities among the Nomads are [[Istus]], [[Incabulos]], and [[Geshtai]]. Ancestor worship is also a common practice.
The most popular deities among the Nomads are [[Istus]], [[Incabulos]], and [[Geshtai]]. Ancestor worship is also a customary practice.


===Languages===
===Languages===
The most widely-spoken languages amongst the Nomads are [[Ordai]], [[Ancient Baklunish]], and [[Common]].
The most widely spoken languages amongst the Nomads are [[Ordai]], [[Ancient Baklunish]], and [[Common]].


==Government==
==Government==
The Tiger Nomads do not have a formal system of government. The numerous nomadic clans are loosely ruled by the most powerful noble of the royal clan.
The Chakyik do not have a formal system of government. The numerous nomadic clans are loosely ruled by the most powerful noble of the royal clan.


The national capital is Yecha.
The national capital is [[Yecha]].


===Administrative divisions===
===Administrative divisions===


===Executive branch===
===Executive branch===
The current head-of-state of the Tiger Nomads is the Unvanquishable Tiger Lord, Ilkhan [[Gajtak]] of the Chakyik Hordes.
In [[576 CY]], the leader of the Chakyik people is Lord [[Agul Krusef]] (human).{{csb|DMG2024|167}}
 
The head-of-state of the Tiger Nomads in [[591 CY]] is the Unvanquishable Tiger Lord, Ilkhan [[Gajtak]] of the Chakyik Hordes (CE male human Ftr10/Wiz2 (illusionist)).{{csb|LGG|114}}
 
In earlier sources, also in [[576 CY]], the Unvanquishable Tiger Lord, Ilkhan [[Cligir]] of the Chakyik Hordes.{{csb|WoG|38|Catalogue}}


===Heraldry===
===Heraldry===
The Tiger Nomads' coat of arms is blazoned thus: ''Gules, a tiger's head erased or armed argent and langued sable''.
The Chakyik coat of arms is blazoned thus: ''Gules, a tiger's head erased or armed argent and langued sable''.


==Economy==
==Economy==
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===Currency===
===Currency===
The Tiger Nomads do not maintain any system of standard coinage, as their economy is based exclusively on a system of barter.  Foreign currency is sometimes used in towns, especially when dealing with foreign travelers.
The Chakyik do not maintain any system of standard coinage—their economy is based exclusively on a barter system.  Foreign currency is sometimes used in towns, especially when dealing with foreign travelers.


==Transportation==
==Transportation==
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==Military==
==Military==


==Bibliography==
== External links ==
{{External link disclaimer}}
*[http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Tiger_Nomads The Tiger Nomads at Wikipedia].
 
== References ==
=== Notes ===
<references group="note" />
=== Citations ===
<references />
=== Bibliography ===
*[[Gygax, Gary]]. ''The World of Greyhawk''. Lake Geneva, WI: TSR, 1980.
*[[Gygax, Gary]]. ''The World of Greyhawk''. Lake Geneva, WI: TSR, 1980.
*-----. ''[[World of Greyhawk Fantasy Game Setting]]''. Lake Geneva, WI: TSR, 1983.
:———. ''[[World of Greyhawk Fantasy Game Setting]]''. Lake Geneva, WI: TSR, 1983.
 
*[[Gary Holian|Holian, Gary]], [[Erik Mona]], [[Sean K. Reynolds]], and [[Frederick Weining]]. ''[[Living Greyhawk Gazetteer]]''. Renton, WA: Wizards of the Coast, 2000.
*[[Gary Holian|Holian, Gary]], [[Erik Mona]], [[Sean K. Reynolds]], and [[Frederick Weining]]. ''[[Living Greyhawk Gazetteer]]''. Renton, WA: Wizards of the Coast, 2000.
*[[Moore, Roger E]]. ''[[The Adventure Begins]]''. Renton, WA: TSR, 1998.
* [[Carl Sargent|Sargent, Carl]]. ''[[Ivid the Undying]]''. Lake Geneva, WI: TSR, 1995. Published online. [https://greyhawkonline.com/download/16370/?tmstv=1727302323 PDF by William Allman with maps].  Original RTF archived:[http://web.archive.org/web/20081218001449/http://www.wizards.com/default.asp?x=dnd/dnd/downloads Wizards.com]. WGR7 or WGRx
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*[[Moore, Roger E]]. ''[[Greyhawk: The Adventure Begins]]''. Renton, WA: TSR, 1998.
[[Category:Realms]]
 
*[[Carl Sargent|Sargent, Carl]]. ''[[From the Ashes]]''. Lake Geneva, WI: TSR, 1992.
 
==External link==
*[http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Tiger_Nomads The Tiger Nomads at Wikipedia].
 
 
[[Category:Greyhawk realms]]

Latest revision as of 08:55, 2 May 2025

Greyhawk Realm
Chakyik
The arms of the Tiger Nomads, as depicted in the Living Greyhawk Gazetteer (2000).
General information
Region:Bitter North
Government
Ruler:Lord Agul Krusef
Government:Numerous nomad clans loosely ruled by the most powerful noble of the royal clan
Alignments:CN*, CE, N
Demographics
Capital:Yecha
Population:104,000 (in 591 CY)
Races:
Human (B): 96%
Halfling : 2%
Elf : 1%
Other :  1%
Languages:Ordai, Ancient Baklunish, Common
Groups
Religions:Istus, Incabulos, Geshtai, ancestor worship
Enemies:Wegwiur (sometimes), Perrenland (sometimes), Ekbir (sometimes)
Miscellaneous
Resources:Furs and hides, silver, gems

The Tiger Nomads, properly known as the Chakyik or the Chakyik Horde, is a political state of the Flanaess. The name also applies to the tribes of nomadic horsemen who dwell within these lands.

History

Geography

The lands of the Tiger Nomads are in the northwestern portion of the Flanaess. They are bordered by the Burneal Forest to the north, the Fler River to the east, the Yatil Mountains to the south, and the Dramidj Ocean to the west.

The only major town with the Tiger Nomads territory is Yecha (pop. 4,100).

People

Population

In 591 CY the population of the Tiger Nomads totaled 104,000 persons, the overwhelming majority (96%) being humans of mainly Baklunish descent. Halflings, elves, and other humanoids make up the remainder of the population.

Religion

The most popular deities among the Nomads are Istus, Incabulos, and Geshtai. Ancestor worship is also a customary practice.

Languages

The most widely spoken languages amongst the Nomads are Ordai, Ancient Baklunish, and Common.

Government

The Chakyik do not have a formal system of government. The numerous nomadic clans are loosely ruled by the most powerful noble of the royal clan.

The national capital is Yecha.

Administrative divisions

Executive branch

In 576 CY, the leader of the Chakyik people is Lord Agul Krusef (human).[1]

The head-of-state of the Tiger Nomads in 591 CY is the Unvanquishable Tiger Lord, Ilkhan Gajtak of the Chakyik Hordes (CE male human Ftr10/Wiz2 (illusionist)).[2]

In earlier sources, also in 576 CY, the Unvanquishable Tiger Lord, Ilkhan Cligir of the Chakyik Hordes.[3]

Heraldry

The Chakyik coat of arms is blazoned thus: Gules, a tiger's head erased or armed argent and langued sable.

Economy

Resources

The Tiger Nomads are noted for producing furs and hides, and low-quality gems.

Currency

The Chakyik do not maintain any system of standard coinage—their economy is based exclusively on a barter system. Foreign currency is sometimes used in towns, especially when dealing with foreign travelers.

Transportation

Military

Disclaimer:Any lore presented through the following links does not necessarily adhere to established officially published content, and the views expressed do not necessarily represent the views of the editors of this wiki.

References

Notes

Citations

  1. ↑ Dungeon Master's Guide (2024), p.167.
  2. ↑ Living Greyhawk Gazetteer (2000), p.114.
  3. ↑ World of Greyhawk Fantasy Game Setting (1983), p.38, Catalogue.

Bibliography

  • Gygax, Gary. The World of Greyhawk. Lake Geneva, WI: TSR, 1980.
———. World of Greyhawk Fantasy Game Setting. Lake Geneva, WI: TSR, 1983.

Encyclopedia Greyhawkania Index

The Encyclopedia Greyhawkania Index (EGI) is based on previous work of Jason Zavoda through '08, continued by numerous other fans. The EGI article has a list of sources, product names, abbreviations, and a link to the full, downloadable index.

Topic Type Description Product Page/Card/Image

Chakyik {Horde, Nation} Kingdom Reference SEE Tiger Nomads
Razor Claws of Chakyik +2 Item Greyhawk Adventures 88
Tiger Cloak of Chakyik Item Artifact, Encyclopedia Magica - Volume I 311
Tiger Cloak of Chakyik Item Artifact, Greyhawk Adventures 84
Tiger Cloak of Chakyik Item Artifact, WGR3 Rary the Traitor 28
Tiger Nomads {Chakyik} People Group People, Artifact of Evil 41, 46, 51, 53, 55, 61-63, 68, 104
Tiger Nomads {Chakyik} People Group People, Dragon magazine #063 11
Tiger Nomads {Chakyik} People Group People, Dragon magazine #265 57
Tiger Nomads {Chakyik} People Group People, From the Ashes: References Card #10
Tiger Nomads {Chakyik} People Group People, From the Ashes: References Card #2
Tiger Nomads {Chakyik} People Group People, Greyhawk Adventures 48, 84, 86, 88, 105
Tiger Nomads {Chakyik} People Group People, Living Greyhawk Gazetteer 5, 12, 42, 43, 85, 94, 114, 115, 133, 134, 139, 142, 146, IBC
Tiger Nomads {Chakyik} People Group People, Living Greyhawk Journal #0 7, 12
Tiger Nomads {Chakyik} People Group People, Player's Guide to Greyhawk 6, 8, 13, 36, 46, 47
Tiger Nomads {Chakyik} People Group People, Sea of Death 13, 14
Tiger Nomads {Chakyik} People Group People, The Adventure Begins 17
Tiger Nomads {Chakyik} People Group People, The Scarlet Brotherhood 23
Tiger Nomads {Chakyik} People Group People, Unearthed Arcana, AD&D 1e 20
Tiger Nomads {Chakyik} People Group People, WG12 Vale of the Mage 48
Tiger Nomads {Chakyik} People Group People, The World of Greyhawk Fantasy World Setting (Folio) IC, 2, 7, 14, 17, 19, 21, 23
Tiger Nomads {Chakyik} People Group People, WGR3 Rary the Traitor 28, 41
Tiger Nomads {Chakyik} People Group People, WGR4 The Marklands 34
Tiger Nomads {Chakyik} People Group People, WGS2 Howl From the North 46
Tiger Nomads {Chakyik} People Group People, World of Greyhawk boxed set (1983) 13, 31, 38, 42, 52, 56, IBC
Tiger Nomads {Chakyik} People Group People, World of Greyhawk boxed set (1983) 11, 17, 31
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