The Seven Against Nidah
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"We were the Seven Against Nidah..." "...soldiers, spies, healers, zailors. We meant to democratise death; to break Nidah's hold on immortality and distribute their hoard of years more evenly. It was a good scheme. Bourdain recruited our legions. Lorenzo charted our path. Arik sailed our troops up the red river on living ships. Batuk led our armies. Rosina healed our wounds."[1]
The Seven Against Nidah are a group of individuals who seek to defeat the Presbyterate.
A Coalition Disbanded
Nidah is the City of Immortality and capital of the Presbyterate kingdoms. Here lies the secret of immortality, and here lie the lords who hide it from the world.[2]
In 1877,[3] seven companions went on a crusade to democratize death and topple the status quo of the Elder Continent. They failed, and their remnants fled to the darkest corners of the Neath to hide from the wrath of the Presbyterate.[4][5] They lie in wait, though it has been a very long time, and they are all in dire straits. Perhaps one day, an ambitious captain might bring them together for a second chance at eternity.[6]
Mariam, the Schemer
Mariam, the rebellious[7] daughter of the Presbyter himself,[8] founded and coordinated the Seven. It is implied that she gave the gift of immortality - intended for her by her father - to Arik, the second person to join the Seven.[9] She was the last of the Seven to retreat; she "would not leave until she knew Nidah would stand."[10]
Batuk, the Soldier
Batuk was the commander of the armies of the Seven; he was once a border guard of the Presbyterate,[11] and readily took responsibility for the failure of the Seven's campaign.[12] He is Rosina's cousin.[13]
Lytton, the Financier
Charged with financing the campaign, Lytton was a charismatic church administrator. He and his wife had a knack for raising money that proved vital to the quest for Nidah.[14]
Lorenzo, the Guide
A former Surface explorer with the ultimate goal of being the first to climb the Mountain of Light, Lorenzo was tasked with navigating the dangers of the Elder Continent using the knowledge he gained during his first attempt.[15]
Bourdain, the Propagandist
A former member of the Calendar Council,[16] Bourdain saw great altruistic promise in the Seven's quest. His skills as a writer allowed him to rally countless people to the cause.[17]
Rosina, the Healer
A skilled healer and Batuk's cousin,[13] Rosina was in charge of medical services for the Seven and their armies.[18]
Arik, the Captain
Arik is a Khaganian captain and navigator who was the first person to join Mariam on her quest. He also may have been the recipient of the immortality that Mariam's father gave her to appease her.[19]
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Arik
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