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.myDiv { border: 3px outset black; background-color: white; } "IN GOD WE TRUST" In May 1845, at the First Baptist Church of Augusta, a congregation of Baptists created a new convention—the Southern Baptist Convention. The denomination was organized primarily for the purpose of creating a mission board to support the sending of Baptist missionaries, albeit slaveholding missionaries. The first official missions spread throughout Tahoma many years prior as simply Baptist preachers and pastors of similar background, however as the schism began due to rising tensions between Northern and Southern mentalities, some of the missionaries also chose to stay with their Southern compatriots. After the end of the civil war, Father John-Simeon Jessup, a fervent believer of the cause helped to re-establish the region of Tahoma within the denomination, and rebuilt the Blackwater Church of Holy Ascension which had been severely damaged due to mismanagement and tornadoes. During this time, several deacons and missionaries joined the loosely organized mission base out of Blackwater, spreading the good word and aiming to proceed with further church plantings, youth programs, bible studies and international missions over the border. Being a comparatively smaller state, tucked in-between Texas and Louisiana, an official Convention Board was not established, in it's stead, a more inclusive Mission Board including laymen and laywoman who would help to further the agenda of the Convention and it's interests in the region. One preacher in particular, Father Zachariah Cambell, eventually became the Pastor-Elder or Reverend of the Blackwater Church in 1886, guiding the town in prayer vigorously until his age and an unknown terminal disease began to press onto his life in 1899. In January of 1900, Father Charles Virgil Augustine II, another missionary, serving both the greater Convention as well as the Florida Baptist Convention; came to Tahoma state to serve as an observer to current conditions, and finally, to help expand the Mission Board more, now with the support of local politicians, entrepreneurs, and even those of characters needing redemption. As he had finished his training as Deacon, he chose to act as a traveling preacher, sparing the grace and mercy of God unto those who could not find a church nearby. In the months to come, he also became the Interim Pastor for Blackwater, as it seemed less and less likely that Father Cambell would survive his sickness. In March 1900, Father Cambell succumbed to his ailment, causing his death. He would be revered by locals as a peaceable and generous man of God and a funeral was held accordingly. Beyond this, it was made official that Father Augustine would now proceed to act as Pastor-Elder for not only Blackwater, but for the entire county of West Elizabeth, due to his already well established presence and penchant for prayer. Determined to uphold the beliefs and ideals of the Convention leaders, and his own, The Tahoma Baptist Mission now regains fuel to the fire, slowly spreading and embedding it's ambitions to those who seek and retain power in South Tahoma.. OOC: The goal of this faction is to promote and entertain the realistic religious demographics of the time, namely as Protestant - Southern Baptists in the Southern US. It will involve in religious roleplay, as well as political intrigue and dubious interactions, with more subtle and secretive acts to be found. The faction will be working throughout Tahoma, with it's headquarters in Blackwater, in West Elizabeth as to avoid direct altercations with Catholics. All IC religious and sub-cultural practices are thoroughly researched and consulted with real-life followers of the denomination as to keep portrayal and historical accuracy to the highest standard and in accordance with historical events of the time. Discrimination may be a part of the Roleplay.* In keeping realism in strong consideration, we urge any interested to seek out further information. Contact @ kushiel on Discord, or join our channel if interested with involvement. CHANNEL LINK

This forum is an ongoing work in progress - please revisit from time to time to see updates The Shoshone Tribe, also known as the “Shoshoni” or Snake Indians, the name believed to have originated from the Shoshone word "sosoni," which means "high-growing grass" or "grass-roots". The name "Snake Indians" was given to them by European settlers, derived from the misinterpretation of the sign language used by the Shoshone, where they imitated a swimming snake with their hand. Origins of the Shoshone Tribe The Shoshone people are believed to have originated in the northern part of the Great Basin region, likely among the Comanche or a related group. The Shoshone remained in the Great Basin and Rocky Mountain regions. Traditionally, they inhabited areas of present-day Idaho, Utah, Nevada, Wyoming, Colorado, and California. Shoshone Society The Shoshone society was organized in a decentralized manner, with bands or family groups living independently and making decisions collectively. It was typically organized into extended family groups or bands led by a chief or a headman. These bands were composed of loosely affiliated bands, each with its own leader, but they maintained social and cultural connections through interband trade, intermarriage, and shared language. They were nomadic or often semi-nomadic, following seasonal patterns of resource availability. They relied on a combination of hunting, gathering, and some limited agriculture (cultivating crops like corn, beans, and squash). The Shoshone were skilled horsemen and became adept at utilizing horses for hunting and transport, particularly among the groups that had access to horses after the arrival of Europeans. The division of the Shoshone into regional groups was a result of historical and geographical factors that influenced their settlement patterns and interactions with neighboring tribes. Shoshone Culture The Shoshone people developed a unique cultural adaptation to the Great Basin region, known for its arid desert and mountainous landscapes. They became skilled at utilizing local resources, such as plants, animals, and water sources, to sustain their nomadic or semi-nomadic lifestyle. The Shoshone tribes were assigned different reservations depending on their respective bands and treaty agreements. For example, the Western Shoshone primarily resided on the Duck Valley Indian Reservation in Nevada and Idaho, while the Eastern Shoshone are predominantly associated with the Wind River Indian Reservation in Wyoming. Roles within the Tribe Chief - Leader of the tribe, position filled by popular vote and/or trial by combat. Medicine Woman - Healer(s) of the tribe. Perform ceremonies for tribesman before hunts, battles, or long trips away from the reservation. Hunter/Fisherman - Hunts and Fishes for the tribes nourishment and for trade. Trader - Traveler who gathers goods from hunters and crafters and takes them to the towns and cities for trade. Gatherer - Goes out onto the land and gathers wood, berries, and fibers from bushes and trees. Crafter - Takes resources gathered by hunters and gatherers Horse Whisperer - Tames horses for the tribe for use or for trade. The Duck Valley Shoshone Tribe is established by Chief I'an Mamako'i (Tuxtshirtj3sus) and Catori Muattsi (Buttercup). To inquire about joining the faction, join the Shoshone discord at https://discord.gg/3mtJjMMq