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GypsyThe most important aspect of gypsy life is family. The gypsies (or Romani as they call themselves) have enormous loyalty to their people, treating each as a family member and referring to them as "brother" or "sister". Many gypsy tribes may coexist in the same area, each being ruled by its own Bandoleer or "Prince/Princess". There is a Gypsy King but quite often this figure is far removed from normal gypsy life and has no great influence over the local tribes. Usually a gypsy tribe will have its own distinctive predominate color or marking, used to differentiate itself from other tribes in the area. Gypsies can bestow or remove a Gypsy Curse which is limited by the Gypsy Code of Honor. The Gypsy Code of Honor requires that a gypsy be always honest and trustworthy among members of his or her own tribe. The gypsy will support the other tribe members and will do whatever it takes to help (including lying to, stealing from, cursing or killing non-tribe members). The Gypsy Code of Honor means respecting the actions of fellow gypsies as well. If a gypsy throws a Gypsy Curse on someone, it had better be for a good reason (otherwise, the recipient might take action against the entire tribe). If there was a good reason, then the entire tribe will support that gypsy. From time to time they will permit an outsider, or Gaje as they refer to non-Gypsies, to be adopted into their clan. Before the adoption can take place, however, the chosen person must first partake of a ceremony involving drinking a special potion from the magical gypsy cup. Those who fail to pass the test are obliterated. Those who pass are transformed to gypsies, and may enjoy the benefits of clan membership. |