Intergalactic Summit

As to not derail the thread about the Empire and it's wranglings with Max Singularity, I started this.

So, what is it, in your view that allows one to be Matari?

As someone who has been making an attempt in good faith with connecting with the heritage of my blood, this is something that I think about a great deal now. I have done many things that have hurt my people, for a long time I didn't consider them my people even, but I always still wanted what is best for everyone even during that time.

I want to get to know the tribe of my blood, I want what is best for my friends, my family, my alliance, my tribe, and my people. I suppose I shouldn't care what others think, but since the discussion was already going on, lets have it.

Simple,

Genetic markers that match the markers that are commonly identified as Matari and/or citizenship within the Minmatar Republic.

Next?


And yes, always gin.

My feelings are actually not that far removed from Mr Mokk's.

Beyond genetics or place of birth, you also need to accept your own heritage.

Acceptance by others, be it individuals or a tribe, has always felt secondary. I've been taught and live by the credence that you can indeed choose your family. No one can tell you whether or not you are Matari but yourself.

A strong desire to better your clan or tribe. A deep desire to understand your ancestors and what lessons can be learned from your elders. If you are one, really just caring for your kin, their well being, their safety, ect.

@drinks, Gin is the stepping stone. Vodka and Whiskey are for those of a) stronger disposition and b) not those who are relied on to repair damaged ships. Drunk engineers, yay.

As for kin... I care for all Minmatar. But those who have turned their backs on us entirely... well, they can't simply be forgiven for anything.

Give me straight shots of whiskey and I'm good.

As for those that turned their backs on us..... Forgiveness is possible, but a long road awaits your acceptance back into the fold.

And for what makes a Minmatar a Minmatar? Biologically: your DNA. Socially: acceptance by your Tribe, adherence to our laws, loyalty to your kin, and the ability to fashion an assortment of reliable weapons out of a box of spare parts helps too....

Like I said, a loooooooooooooooooooooooooong road.

I thought we were friends, but you're ignoring my posts..... I need another whisky


*grumbling into his glass* Nobody loves me any more

Actually, even given our previous arguement, I agree.

Matari are not 'allowed' to be so. Matari cannot escape being so.

It matters not where you go or what you do, whether you accept or reject: the blood of every ancestor who came before, who rose and fell to preserve the unseen future that is you, permeates your being. The bond can be unmade no more than you can be unborn.