The Children of Echoes, or Nanatzcayan, is one of the six tribes in Natlan. They can be found at the "Children of Echoes" inside the gorge in Tequemecan Valley. Their current chief is Pacal.
Overview[]
This tribe was founded prior to the formation of the Grand Alliance. The first known use of the name "Nanatzcayan" was in reference to Ixquieh's time as chief.[1]
According to Ranjit, the Children of Echoes are fine miners, excavators, and skilled appraisers of gems who live in the mines in eastern Natlan.[2] They have 19 mining teams, and their Tepetlisaur companions help them by mining and finding the best ores.
The Children of Echoes value gemstones very highly; they consider "stone" one of their symbols[3] and some even describe them like a second layer of skin.[4] Tribe members will often decorate their tools, weapons, and accessories with gems, which some see as an indicator of skill or status.[5] According to Vichama, the Nanatzcayan are the sole producer of obsidian,[6] a very important ceremonial material in Natlan.
According to Avilix, it is sometimes difficult to get enough sunlight because the tribe has "dug too deep into the mountains," but the rowdy spirit of the tribespeople makes up for it.[4] The Nanatzcayan enjoy rhythmic music[7] and dancing, particularly breakdancing.[8] They hold regular dance competitions, such as the "Drillbit Dance Dance-Off," which has occurred daily for over 350 years.[9][Note 1]
Members[]
Historical[]
- Ixquieh — Founder, Former Chief (accidentally killed by Ahpub in an argument over ideals)[1]
- Ngendi[10]
- Sakkuk — Former Chief[11] (likely passed away)[12]
- Sundjatta — Former Chief[13] (killed during the final battle of Abyss 500 years ago)[14]
- Traore — Elder, Storyteller,[15] Former Acting Chief[16]
- Monetech — Former Chief[17]
Former[]
- Batz (killed during the Abyss invasion of Natlan)[18]
- Nechca (killed by the Abyss)[19]
- Tepal (died during an experiment)[20]
Present Day[]
There are 74 current members of the Children of Echoes:
- "Dopey Dazzler"
- "The Great Spirit of This Land"
- Acama
- Acat
- Akatanga
- Akeor
- Alem
- Alom
- Apoxpalon
- Avilix
- Balam
- Caipa
- Calm "Children of Echoes" Warrior
- Cauich
- Cazcal
- Cempoa
- Centaca
- Chanil
- Cheven
- Chimalli
- Chuno
- Coyopa (Open-World)
- Ecate
- Echuah
- Iknal
- Imix
- Itzna
- Ixkotii
- Ixtli
- Kaan
- Kulahaw
- Kusi
- Mama Coco
- Manqu
- Maztla
- Milray
- Naiyan
- Nehsi
- Nellan
- Nepecha
- Nkunga
- Ogun
- Orqo
- Pacal
- Pajaten
- Paricia
- Pochtli
- Puma
- Qax
- Quiltec
- Rhythmos
- Sacbe
- Sayil
- Semino
- Shana
- Siyah
- Teayo
- Titu
- Tiyaca
- Tlaco
- Tlapal
- Tlazolli
- Tochlan
- Totec
- Usukan
- Waniyetu
- Waranka
- Weqro
- Xiuhyo
- Yantho
- Yaretzi
- Yokina
- Yolehua
- Yukom
Playable Characters[]
Kachina
XilonenTrivia[]
- Many members of the Children of Echoes have Mayan names, mainly deriving from the names of deities and historical figures.
- Some members also have Nahuatl words as names.
- According to Siyah, he was told to man the Saurian Relics Association stand at Chuwen Fair because "Children of Echoes have a knack for business." However, it may be the case that his colleagues simply didn't want the job.
- The Children of Echoes are mentioned in the description of the following Furnishing:
Etymology[]
- Nanatzcayan in Nahuatl means "the place where it clashes."
- Like the other known tribes, Nanatzcayan is likely derived from Ilhuicatl-Nanatzcayan, the heaven of storms from the Thirteen Heavens in Aztec mythology.
- In the name of the Aztec heaven (also known as Ilhuicatl-Itzapan-Nanatzcayan "the sky where obsidian stones clash in water"), the "clashing" alludes to the noise preceding hailstorms.
- The name Children of Echoes could allude to the Aztec god Tepēyōllōtl (Nahuatl: Tepetl "Mountain"; Yolotl "Heart") meaning "heart of the mountains." He was a god related to echoes, mountains, caves, earthquakes and the ocelotl.
Notes[]
- ↑ The Drillbit Dance Dance-Off is stated to be on its 127751st iteration, which gives ~350 when divided by 365.
Other Languages[]
Children of Echoes
| Language | Official Name | Literal Meaning |
|---|---|---|
| English | Children of Echoes | — |
| Chinese (Simplified) | 回声之子 Huíshēng zhī Zǐ | Children of Echoes |
| Chinese (Traditional) | 回聲之子 Huíshēng zhī Zǐ | |
| Japanese | こだまの子 Kodama no Ko | Children of Echoes |
| Korean | 메아리 아이 Meari Ai | |
| Spanish | Vástagos del Eco | Offspring of the Echo |
| French | Enfants des échos | Children of Echoes |
| Russian | Дети Эха Deti Ekha | Children of Echo |
| Thai | บุตรแห่งเสียงสะท้อน But Haeng Siang Sa Thon | Children of Echoes |
| Vietnamese | Con Của Tiếng Vang | Children of Echoes |
| German | Kinder der Echos | Children of Echoes |
| Indonesian | Putra-Putri Gema | Sons and Daughters of the Echoes |
| Portuguese | Filhos dos Ecos | Children of Echoes |
| Turkish | Yankıların Çocukları | Children of Echoes |
| Italian | Figli degli Echi | Children of the Echoes |
Nanatzcayan
| Language | Official Name |
|---|---|
| English | Nanatzcayan |
| Chinese (Simplified) | 纳茨卡延 Nàcíkǎyán |
| Chinese (Traditional) | 納茨卡延 Nàcíkǎyán |
| Japanese | ナナツカヤン Nanatsukayan |
| Korean | 나나치카얀 Nanachikayan |
| Spanish | Nanatzcáyan |
| French | Nanatzcayen |
| Russian | Нанацкайан Nanatskayan |
| Thai | Nanatzcayan |
| Vietnamese | Nanatzcayan |
| German | Nanatzcayan |
| Indonesian | Nanatzcayan |
| Portuguese | Nanatzcayan |
| Turkish | Nanatzcayan |
| Italian | Nanatzcayan |
Change History[]
References[]
- ↑ 1.0 1.1 Weapon: Ring of Yaxche
- ↑ NPC Dialogue: Ranjit
- ↑ Archon Quest, Chapter V, Act I - Flowers Resplendent on the Sun-Scorched Sojourn, Part 1: Natlan! A New Adventure
Kachina: Hahaha, don't worry! Our tribe works closely with stone. That's one of our symbols, actually. - ↑ 4.0 4.1 NPC Dialogue: Avilix
- ↑ NPC Dialogue: Cheven
- ↑ Archon Quest, Chapter V, Act II - Black Stone Under a White Stone, Part 2: To Reclaim an Ancient Name
- ↑ NPC Dialogue: Batz
- ↑ YouTube: Stop Motion Animation: "Natlan Tribe Introductions"
- ↑ Point of Interest: Children of Echoes Bulletin Board
- ↑ Archon Quest, Chapter V, Act II - Black Stone Under a White Stone, Part 5: Past and Future
- ↑ Artifact, Unfinished Reverie: Moment of Attainment
- ↑ Artifact, Unfinished Reverie: Crownless Crown
- ↑ Weapon: Talking Stick
- ↑ YouTube: "Sunset" Animated Short
- ↑ World Quest, Shadows of the Mountains: Peace to the Slumbering
- ↑ World Quest, Shadows of the Mountains: Beneath the Crystal Rock
- ↑ Event Tournament of Glory in Bloom Quest: Act II, Part 2: Medicine Born of Guilt
- ↑ Item: Record Penned by All
Record Penned by All: (What follows is a list of names of the deceased, dense as a forest, written by those who mourn them. You see many a familiar name on it.)
Record Penned by All: (Wayta, Vichama, Batz, Tlilhua, Chuychu, Hunza...) - ↑ Tribal Chronicles, A Prayer for Blessings, Told to Crested Peaks, Act III - Melodious Chant, Part 3: Wailing Cacophony
- ↑ Tribal Chronicles, Of Fading Flowers and Falling Feathers, Act III - Guns and Wings, Part 3: Time for the Showdown
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