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[[File:Noctic.png|thumb| The leaves of the Noctic-Rabrev are highly toxic.  Consuming them raw can result in the onset of symptoms associated with malignant vampirism.]]
[[File:Noctic.png|thumb| The leaves of the Noctic-Rabrev are highly toxic.  Consuming them raw can result in the onset of symptoms associated with malignant vampirism.]]


'''Noctic-Rabrev''' is a rare and highly toxic thistle native to the wetlands surrounding Lake Morovia and the Strait of Haifa. Known for its potent entheogenic properties, the plant holds significant cultural and religious value, especially in the region's dark religious traditions. Its consumption can induce hallucinogenic experiences and a vampirism-like disease. Despite its dangers, the plant remains a sought-after element in ceremonial rituals and clandestine markets.
== Noctic-Rabrev ==


==Ecology==
'''Noctic-Rabrev''' is a rare, highly toxic entheogenic thistle native to the wetlands surrounding [[Lake Morovia]] and the [[Strait of Haifa]], particularly in the territory of [[Bassaridia Vaeringheim]]. Known for its psychoactive properties and deep cultural, religious, and culinary significance, the plant has played a central role in the spiritual practices of the [[Alperkin]], and increasingly in the daily lives of Bassaridian citizens across the nation. The leaves of Noctic-Rabrev, when consumed raw, are associated with the onset of a hereditary blood disorder known as [[Noctic Vampirism]]. However, when properly prepared, the plant's flowers and oils are used safely in both ritual contexts and modern cuisine.
Noctic-Rabrev flourishes in humid, marshy environments. The plant features tall, spiny stalks with vivid purple flowers and sharp leaves coated with a sticky, toxic secretion. Its natural habitat around Lake Morovia offers the ideal conditions for its growth, though its toxicity poses a threat to both local wildlife and humans.


==Uses==
=== Botanical Description ===
[[File:Oy9g4yaq.png|200px|thumb|left|A severe Noctic-Rabrev addict wanders through Somniumpolis, in a blood-induced delirium.]]
The flowers of Noctic-Rabrev are prized for their use in producing a hallucinogenic alcoholic beverage. This drink is often consumed in religious rituals where it is believed to induce spiritual visions and trance states. The plant’s leaves, however, are far more dangerous, known for their ability to induce a condition resembling vampirism. In certain Alperkin and Haifan religious practices, consuming the leaves is thought to allow individuals to connect with dark deities or spirits, granting enhanced physical abilities and supernatural cravings.


The leaves of the Noctic-Rabrev are consumed in extreme abundance by the Alpazkigz people of the [[Alperkin]] region of northern [[Lake Morovia]], who consume the leaves in order to contract [[Micrasian Biohazard Research Institute#Genetic Diseases|Noctic Vampirism]], a disease which plays a vital role in the worship of the region's vampiric [[wikipedia:Alp (folklore)|Alps]]. Noctic-Rabrev leaves, which feature a very bitter, grassy, and sometimes slightly salty flavor, are consumed raw or dry, or as an ingredient in any number of every day meals. They are sometimes smoked in conjunction with other ingredients, though doing so is not advised, nor is it required for any religious practice.  The consumption of raw Noctic-Rabrev is known to irritate the mouth and throat insofar as the plant's large number of tiny thorns cause scraping and tears, especially along the soft lining of the esophagus. The effects of this irritation are apparently offset by the consumption of fresh, warm milk, or blood, which both coat the throat in a manner regarded as being highly soothing.
Noctic-Rabrev grows in humid, marshy lowlands. It has tall, spiny stalks, jagged dark green leaves, and vibrant purple flowers that bloom year-round in the semi-autumnal climates of central Keltia. The leaves exude a sticky, resinous substance which contains a high concentration of psychoactive alkaloids collectively referred to as nocticines. These alkaloids, while extremely potent, degrade significantly when the plant is dried, fermented, or distilled.


An oil which can be extracted from the leaves of Noctic-Rabrev is used in certain ritual potions employed by the priests and priestesses of the [[Cult of Maskmakers]].
=== Cultural and Religious Significance ===


Evidence compiled in the 41.50s [[PSSC]] by the [[Council of Courts#ChiefJustice of the Secular Court|New Zimian Secular Court]] suggests that the extensive consumption of Noctic-Rabrev may contribute to the development of an immunity to a range of infections and diseases, though it is also worth noting that Noctic-Vamprirism is a serious and deadly disease in its own right. In the 41.70s PSSC the [[New Zimian War League]] confirmed that on the basis of this evidence, it maintains a policy of prescribing limited quantities of Noctic-Rabrev to soldiers and sailors operating in tropical and semi-tropical environments around the world.  Subsequent investigations revealed a significant rate of Noctic Vampirism among soldiers prescribed the herb in such locations, leading to the emergence of conspiracy theories that in the wetlands surrounding the ancient city of NewVillage, the War League maintains a shady Noctic Vampire "rehabilitation facility" for soldiers afflicted with the condition.  The War League has not commented on these conspiracy theories.
Among the [[Alperkin]], Noctic-Rabrev is considered sacred. It is central to the practices of nomadic groups such as those in the [[Alpazkigz]], who have historically used the raw leaves in rituals designed to induce visions and contact vampiric ancestral spirits. In [[List_of_cities_in_Bassaridia_Vaeringheim#Somniumpolis|Somniumpolis]], the plant is revered as a divine gift and is cultivated widely for religious ceremonies. In [[List_of_cities_in_Bassaridia_Vaeringheim#Acheron|Acheron]], it is incorporated into transformation rites by the [[Mystery of the Stygian Veil]], a cult devoted to [[Styx]], Lady Divine of transformation and rebirth. Historically, the plant was heavily restricted under the [[Haifo-Pallisican Imperial Trade Union]] and the [[Council of Courts]], but following the rise of the [[Council of Kings]], these restrictions were lifted in Bassaridia Vaeringheim. Noctic-Rabrev is now a normalized and celebrated part of Bassaridian spiritual life.


In very rare circumstances, the use of Noctic-Rabrev may cause specific individuals to develop an unusual condition characterized by the tendency of the skin to perpetually and permanently absorb the odors of ones' immediate surroundings.  Individuals who develop this condition due to their consumption of Noctic-Rabrev are commonly known as Skunk-Kin.
=== Medicinal and Psychological Use ===


==Legality==
During [[Operation Somniant]], a major containment and military campaign launched in 51 PSSC, evidence emerged suggesting that highly refined Noctic-Rabrev concentrates may offer partial therapeutic relief to individuals suffering from psychological trauma caused by exposure to the [[Somniant Eidolan]]. Survivors of such encounters, who often experience irreversible cognitive fragmentation and recursive thought collapse, have shown limited but measurable recovery when administered Noctic-derived tinctures. While not curative, this treatment is now part of standard post-Eidolan recovery protocols under the supervision of [[Temple Alabaster]]. Earlier, in the 41.50s PSSC, the [[New Zimian Secular Court]] reported that routine consumption of Noctic-Rabrev might enhance resistance to certain infectious diseases. The [[New Zimian War League]] subsequently issued Noctic-Rabrev rations to soldiers in tropical regions, though the practice was later suspended due to rising cases of Noctic Vampirism.
Although no laws have been approved by the [[Council of Courts]], it is illegal in much of the [[Haifo-Pallisican Imperial Trade Union]] to cultivate the leaves of the Noctic-Rabrev. In some places, individuals found cultivating, or consuming the plant's leaves, may be subject to execution. This policy by the Bassarid government has resulted in the emergence, in recent years, of an illicit underground Noctic market along much of the Strait of Haifa, in particular in the region surrounding the cities of Jogi and Vaeringheim. The cultivation of Noctic flowers is heavily regulated.


Despite the effective illegality of Noctic-Rabrev in the Bassarids, it was widely speculated that the Bassarid Empress [[Díapaza Bréidle]] suffered from a severe Noctic-Rabrev addiction, and potentially even from Noctic Vampirism itself.  These rumors were substantially re-enforced by her overt ties to the [[Port of Haifan Keltiania|Maritime Guild of the Cult of Maskmakers]], a Bassarid cult who practice a form of dark magic purportedly handed down to mankind by Tar, the supreme god of the [[Alperkin]] religion.
=== Culinary Applications ===


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Noctic-Rabrev is now a staple in [https://micras.org/mwiki/Bassaridian_cuisine Bassaridian cuisine]. The processed flower is used to flavor drinks such as [https://micras.org/mwiki/Bassaridian_cuisine#Drinks Ale of the Night], a hallucinogenic beer brewed in [[List_of_cities_in_Bassaridia_Vaeringheim#Jogi|Jogi]]. It also appears in a wide range of dishes, including [https://micras.org/mwiki/Bassaridian_cuisine#Dinner_Entrees Morovian Water Buffalo Steak with Noctic-Rabrev Reduction], [https://micras.org/mwiki/Bassaridian_cuisine#Desserts Sea Cow Beef Malabi with Noctic-Rabrev Reduction], and [https://micras.org/mwiki/Bassaridian_cuisine#Desserts Noctic-Rabrev Flower Lokum]. When prepared properly, the plant loses its toxicity and contributes a bitter, slightly floral flavor that is prized by chefs and street vendors alike.
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=== Cultivation and Regulation ===
 
The plant is cultivated on a wide scale by the [[Noctic Fleet]], a chartered company operating through the [[General Port of Lake Morovia]]. Flower-based products are widely available in Bassaridian markets, while the raw leaf is regulated and restricted to religious or licensed medical usage. Cultivation is monitored by Temple inspectors and agricultural auditors who ensure adherence to dosage and preparation standards.
 
=== Cities of Significance ===
 
The plant has particular cultural or economic significance in the following cities. In [[List_of_cities_in_Bassaridia_Vaeringheim#Somniumpolis|Somniumpolis]], Noctic-Rabrev serves as a central element of spiritual life and is grown widely. In [[List_of_cities_in_Bassaridia_Vaeringheim#Odiferia|Odiferia]], it is at the heart of the Blood Orchards and was a focal point during the events of Operation Somniant. In [[List_of_cities_in_Bassaridia_Vaeringheim#Acheron|Acheron]], it is used in brewing ritual ales by the Mystery of the Stygian Veil. In [[List_of_cities_in_Bassaridia_Vaeringheim#Norsolyra|Norsolyra]], it is grown near the Veinscour Marsh and used in conjunction with local wisp-worship. In [[List_of_cities_in_Bassaridia_Vaeringheim#Vaeringheim|Vaeringheim]], Noctic-Rabrev appears on the menus of high-end restaurants. In [[List_of_cities_in_Bassaridia_Vaeringheim#Jogi|Jogi]], it is used in brewing Ale of the Night and other infused beverages. In [[List_of_cities_in_Bassaridia_Vaeringheim#Aurelia|Aurelia]], it is associated with ritual experimentation and sacred philosophy.
 
=== Legal Status ===
 
Under the Council of Kings, Noctic-Rabrev is legal for cultivation, distribution, and use across Bassaridia Vaeringheim, subject to regulation. Raw leaf consumption remains limited to religious and licensed medical use.
 
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[[Category:Alperkin]]
[[Category:Bassaridia Vaeringheim]]
[[Category:Cuisine]]
[[Category:Entheogens]]
[[Category:Medicinal Plants]]
[[Category:Reformed Stripping Path]]
[[Category:Toxicology]]

Revision as of 05:46, 31 May 2025

The leaves of the Noctic-Rabrev are highly toxic. Consuming them raw can result in the onset of symptoms associated with malignant vampirism.

Noctic-Rabrev

Noctic-Rabrev is a rare, highly toxic entheogenic thistle native to the wetlands surrounding Lake Morovia and the Strait of Haifa, particularly in the territory of Bassaridia Vaeringheim. Known for its psychoactive properties and deep cultural, religious, and culinary significance, the plant has played a central role in the spiritual practices of the Alperkin, and increasingly in the daily lives of Bassaridian citizens across the nation. The leaves of Noctic-Rabrev, when consumed raw, are associated with the onset of a hereditary blood disorder known as Noctic Vampirism. However, when properly prepared, the plant's flowers and oils are used safely in both ritual contexts and modern cuisine.

Botanical Description

Noctic-Rabrev grows in humid, marshy lowlands. It has tall, spiny stalks, jagged dark green leaves, and vibrant purple flowers that bloom year-round in the semi-autumnal climates of central Keltia. The leaves exude a sticky, resinous substance which contains a high concentration of psychoactive alkaloids collectively referred to as nocticines. These alkaloids, while extremely potent, degrade significantly when the plant is dried, fermented, or distilled.

Cultural and Religious Significance

Among the Alperkin, Noctic-Rabrev is considered sacred. It is central to the practices of nomadic groups such as those in the Alpazkigz, who have historically used the raw leaves in rituals designed to induce visions and contact vampiric ancestral spirits. In Somniumpolis, the plant is revered as a divine gift and is cultivated widely for religious ceremonies. In Acheron, it is incorporated into transformation rites by the Mystery of the Stygian Veil, a cult devoted to Styx, Lady Divine of transformation and rebirth. Historically, the plant was heavily restricted under the Haifo-Pallisican Imperial Trade Union and the Council of Courts, but following the rise of the Council of Kings, these restrictions were lifted in Bassaridia Vaeringheim. Noctic-Rabrev is now a normalized and celebrated part of Bassaridian spiritual life.

Medicinal and Psychological Use

During Operation Somniant, a major containment and military campaign launched in 51 PSSC, evidence emerged suggesting that highly refined Noctic-Rabrev concentrates may offer partial therapeutic relief to individuals suffering from psychological trauma caused by exposure to the Somniant Eidolan. Survivors of such encounters, who often experience irreversible cognitive fragmentation and recursive thought collapse, have shown limited but measurable recovery when administered Noctic-derived tinctures. While not curative, this treatment is now part of standard post-Eidolan recovery protocols under the supervision of Temple Alabaster. Earlier, in the 41.50s PSSC, the New Zimian Secular Court reported that routine consumption of Noctic-Rabrev might enhance resistance to certain infectious diseases. The New Zimian War League subsequently issued Noctic-Rabrev rations to soldiers in tropical regions, though the practice was later suspended due to rising cases of Noctic Vampirism.

Culinary Applications

Noctic-Rabrev is now a staple in Bassaridian cuisine. The processed flower is used to flavor drinks such as Ale of the Night, a hallucinogenic beer brewed in Jogi. It also appears in a wide range of dishes, including Morovian Water Buffalo Steak with Noctic-Rabrev Reduction, Sea Cow Beef Malabi with Noctic-Rabrev Reduction, and Noctic-Rabrev Flower Lokum. When prepared properly, the plant loses its toxicity and contributes a bitter, slightly floral flavor that is prized by chefs and street vendors alike.

Cultivation and Regulation

The plant is cultivated on a wide scale by the Noctic Fleet, a chartered company operating through the General Port of Lake Morovia. Flower-based products are widely available in Bassaridian markets, while the raw leaf is regulated and restricted to religious or licensed medical usage. Cultivation is monitored by Temple inspectors and agricultural auditors who ensure adherence to dosage and preparation standards.

Cities of Significance

The plant has particular cultural or economic significance in the following cities. In Somniumpolis, Noctic-Rabrev serves as a central element of spiritual life and is grown widely. In Odiferia, it is at the heart of the Blood Orchards and was a focal point during the events of Operation Somniant. In Acheron, it is used in brewing ritual ales by the Mystery of the Stygian Veil. In Norsolyra, it is grown near the Veinscour Marsh and used in conjunction with local wisp-worship. In Vaeringheim, Noctic-Rabrev appears on the menus of high-end restaurants. In Jogi, it is used in brewing Ale of the Night and other infused beverages. In Aurelia, it is associated with ritual experimentation and sacred philosophy.

Legal Status

Under the Council of Kings, Noctic-Rabrev is legal for cultivation, distribution, and use across Bassaridia Vaeringheim, subject to regulation. Raw leaf consumption remains limited to religious and licensed medical use.

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