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Some more RoG related stuff, this time the Zodiac Sect of the Orient.
The organization that calls itself the Zodiac Sect inhabits the underworlds all throughout the Orient, though they are most prominent in the Jade Empire of Jiuzhou. Composed of Twelve Aspects, each headed by an Aspect Leader, the Zodiac Sect remains at large, their leadership eluding the Imperial authorities at every turn. Each Aspect of the Sect embodies a different Sacred Beast, which act as embodiments of the Oriental Lunar Calendar. To this reason, a good portion of the Zodiac Sect is composed of Werekin, each of whom had shaped themselves to resemble their chosen Aspect, and in turn better serve the Sect and its goals.
Of the Twelve Aspects, the six that are present on this picture are:

Aspect of the Horse - Specialize in hosting grand events and gambling rings, allowing for the safe delivery of messages and items through the use of their gambling halls and personal delivery routes. Out of all of the Aspects, the Horses have the highest presence in the Dragonfire Horde, and some say that they alone were responsible for the downfall of the Ordol Empire.

Aspect of the Ram - Specialize in prostitution and anything that transpires in the red light districts. Whenever the Sect needs to place an agent in high places, the most convenient position would be in the bedchambers, as the informants excel at the art of seduction. If whispered rumors are to be trusted, then the Rams might have agents in the Emperor's own harem.

Aspect of the Monkey - Specialize in information broking, as no other Aspect is as keen at performing the arduous task of gathering, analyzing, and disseminating vast amounts of tomes and scrolls in order to find any information that might be considered of value. Yet, without their diligent work, the Sect and its operations would have been unraveled by now.

Aspect of the Rooster - Specialize in pit fighting, as sometimes a clear cut display of brute force is all one needs to get the job done. The Roosters own many arenas across the Orient, where people from all walks of life are free to observe or participate (for a price). Those who prove themselves the toughest and most ruthless fighters are often recruited by this Aspect.

Aspect of the Dog - Specialize in manhunting, be it tracking, pursuing, or killing their assigned target, the Dogs are without equal. Also regarded as the watchdogs of the Sect, this Aspect not only keeps out outsiders from infiltrating the Sect, but they also ensure that nobody from within the Sect deserts their ranks and lives, thus securing the Sect's many secrets.

Aspect of the Pig - Specialize in the slavery, a trade which has been prevalent since time immemorial. There are many reasons why one might have a need for a slave, be it for manual labor, or to handle tedious work, but the Pigs always have a steady supply at hand. Most recently, the Pigs have profited from the war with Hinomoto, giving them a great yield in fresh blood.

Part 1 can be found here: www.deviantart.com/nd999/art/R…
Hope you like it.

Description
Some more RoG related stuff, this time the Zodiac Sect of the Orient.
The organization that calls itself the Zodiac Sect inhabits the underworlds all throughout the Orient, though they are most prominent in the Jade Empire of Jiuzhou. Composed of Twelve Aspects, each headed by an Aspect Leader, the Zodiac Sect remains at large, their leadership eluding the Imperial authorities at every turn. Each Aspect of the Sect embodies a different Sacred Beast, which act as embodiments of the Oriental Lunar Calendar. To this reason, a good portion of the Zodiac Sect is composed of Werekin, each of whom had shaped themselves to resemble their chosen Aspect, and in turn better serve the Sect and its goals.
Of the Twelve Aspects, the six that are present on this picture are:

Aspect of the Horse - Specialize in hosting grand events and gambling rings, allowing for the safe delivery of messages and items through the use of their gambling halls and personal delivery routes. Out of all of the Aspects, the Horses have the highest presence in the Dragonfire Horde, and some say that they alone were responsible for the downfall of the Ordol Empire.

Aspect of the Ram - Specialize in prostitution and anything that transpires in the red light districts. Whenever the Sect needs to place an agent in high places, the most convenient position would be in the bedchambers, as the informants excel at the art of seduction. If whispered rumors are to be trusted, then the Rams might have agents in the Emperor's own harem.

Aspect of the Monkey - Specialize in information broking, as no other Aspect is as keen at performing the arduous task of gathering, analyzing, and disseminating vast amounts of tomes and scrolls in order to find any information that might be considered of value. Yet, without their diligent work, the Sect and its operations would have been unraveled by now.

Aspect of the Rooster - Specialize in pit fighting, as sometimes a clear cut display of brute force is all one needs to get the job done. The Roosters own many arenas across the Orient, where people from all walks of life are free to observe or participate (for a price). Those who prove themselves the toughest and most ruthless fighters are often recruited by this Aspect.

Aspect of the Dog - Specialize in manhunting, be it tracking, pursuing, or killing their assigned target, the Dogs are without equal. Also regarded as the watchdogs of the Sect, this Aspect not only keeps out outsiders from infiltrating the Sect, but they also ensure that nobody from within the Sect deserts their ranks and lives, thus securing the Sect's many secrets.

Aspect of the Pig - Specialize in the slavery, a trade which has been prevalent since time immemorial. There are many reasons why one might have a need for a slave, be it for manual labor, or to handle tedious work, but the Pigs always have a steady supply at hand. Most recently, the Pigs have profited from the war with Hinomoto, giving them a great yield in fresh blood.

Part 1 can be found here: www.deviantart.com/nd999/art/R…
Hope you like it.