So it came to pass that Ver Omesh was gripped by a great famine. So Markon went to the Prophet Articus and asked to go to the forest for food. The prophet bade him be patient, for the Ori provide for all who have faith. But Markon did not believe. So the prophet drew a line in the sand and told him, ’step across and you may do as you wish.’ So Markon did and left the village and feasted on wild berries.The fruit was bitter. It did not satisfy him. He longed to return to the village, but found that the line had widened to a great chasm. He called out to the Prophet in fear, but the Prophet said, ‘The line has not changed; it is you who have changed. Step across if you truly believe’ So Markon prayed for forgiveness and took the first step and the hands of the Ori enveloped all those who welcomed him back
I - The Ori Way
We are Zoner and therefore neither allied nor hostile to anyone. We will defend our Neutrality and Freedom against anyone who dares to threaten it no matter who he / she is or what the consequences might be.
No Ori is allowed to provoke or insult any other being. No Ori is allowed to attack without proper reason.
Reasons for an attack could be:
- self defense (Target attacked first)
- Target provoking or insulting an Ori or a group member of the Ori
- Target breaking Zoner Law on purpose (Warning must be given first)
- Target pirating / attacking another Zoner
The overall Goal is to achieve Immortality by ascending to the spirit world and become once with the Universe as pure energy.
Life and death, light and darkness, hope and despair. The rift was created, and on that day, the Ori were born. But the hatred of those who strayed from the true path festered and bloomed in the dark corners of the Avernakis to which they have been cast! And consumed by this hatred, they poisoned all they touched, bringing death, darkness and despair. And the souls of their victims knew no peace, until the Ori came and whispered to them: ‘Sleep, for the end draws near!’ And on that day all will rejoice, when the Ori come and lay them low
II - The Ori Fleets and S°LVL / Ranks
The Fleet is subdivided in: The Ori Main Fleet and the Fleet of Believers.
All Ships shall be named and tagged in the same pattern: ORI-|Name-[xxx]
the [xxx] shows the S°LVL or Rank of its bearer within the Ori:
[nov] - Novice: As the lowest rank within the Main Fleet a Novice is at the very beginning of his/her Journey and will have to learn a lot about Origin and the path of enlightenment.
[war] - Warrior: a Warrior of the Ori knows all about the true Path and is following it bravely. Warriors form the majority of the Ori Main Fleet.
[com] - Commander: a Commander is the superior of a warrior squad and responsible for defending Zoner and especially Ori interests. A Commander is able to promote Novice to Warrior and to approve join requests for the Main Fleet.
[pri] - Prior: Priors have been blessed with powers by the ascendant Ori. They spread the Word of Origin to the Galaxy and have the authority to negotiate in the name of the Ori. They are able to promote Warriors to Commander and below. They may approve join requests for the Main Fleet and for Fleet of Believers.
[doc] - Doci: (only 1) He is the Chief Prior. He is able to promote Commanders to Priors and below and may approve all join requests.
[oci] - The Orici:(only 1) She is an ascendant Ori sent back in human form in order to lead all mortal Ori Forces. She accordingly has all rights to do so.
[asc] - The Ascendants: Once humans they managed to reach a higher level of existence; able to live as pure energy. They have the power and knowledge to give this immortality to their followers...but only a few will be chosen. They are able to "promote" Priors to Ascendants.
The Fleet of Believers only has two different ranks:
[hun] - Hunter: as independent Believers, they will hunt the Sinners. Hunters will gain a Bonus on every ORI Bounty and permission to go for the "Holy Bounties"
[sin] - Assassin: A Hunter can be promoted to a 'Sin by a Prior or above. Sins will gain a larger Bonus on every ORI Bounty and permission to go for the "Holy Bounties".
Glorious are the Ori, who lead us to salvation, who did fight the evil that would doom us all to mortal sin. Did they defeat the old spirits and cast them out? And now, with the strength of our will, they do call upon us to prevail against the corruption of all unbelievers.
III - The Ori Ships
the Fleet of Believers: For you are independent supporters of Origin you may use whatever suits you best.
the Ori Main Fleet: All Ships must have a Zoner / Zoner Guard ID and turned off IFF Signal.
These are the allowed vessels and required rank:
The Conference: Very small vessel for short distance travels and diplomatic meetings.
allowed for: [nov] / [war] / [com]
The Doci as well as Orici may use a Ship of their approval.
Using a Ship not listed is only possible by the permission of a Prior or above.
Fear not the Ori, fear the darkness that would conceal the knowledge of the universe. Believe in the truth of all things, and you too may find the path to enlightenment
The Ori do not shield this knowledge as others might, selfish in their powerful advantage. They lead you to their realm with the path that is laid out in the book of Origin. All you need do is follow their teachings.
Blessed are those who walk in unison.
Andras chose to hunt the lion and was eaten by his prey.