Listed below are the Houses - both Noble and Commoner - within the Domain and Realms. Provisions are made in the Arad Doman for nine Noble Houses and twelve Commoner Houses. As the population and diversity grows, we hope to see thye full compliment of Houses shown here in the future.
In the end, it is this quote that describes the role of the Houses, both Noble and Commoner:
"Our deepest fear is not that we are inadequate. Our deepest fear is that we are powerful beyond measure. It is our light, not our darkness that almost frightens us. We ask ourselves, “Who am I to be so great?”
Actually, who are you not to be? You are a child of God. Your playing small doesn’t serve the world. There is nothing enlightening about shrinking so that other people won’t feel insecure around you. We are born to manifest the glory of God that is within us and that’s in everyone. And as we let our own light shine, we unconsciously give people permission to do the same. As we are liberated from our own fear, our presence automatically liberates others." Marianne Williamson
Noble Houses
House:DarkFyre Date founded: December 21, 2001
Founder(s): ShadowDarkFyre Erebus Olorin Daeron the LordVengeance and Snowaidene the Snow Queen
Current Patriarch: ShadowDarkFyre Erebus Olorin Daeron the LordVengeance
Current Matriarch: Snowaidene the Snow Queen
Adult members(aside from the patriarch and/or matriarch): Lady Dame Blades SongDancer, Lady Dame ShadowHeart the Crimson Dawn, Lady Dame Dragonfaire, Lady Dame Minerva Aluhin, Lord Sir Bear, Lady Dame Raven
Heraldry: The DarkFyre Heart: symbol and heirloom of the Family, Clan and House of DarkFyre, set upon three black leaves: representing past, present, and future. These are set upon the chest of a black-winged red dragon: representing strength, eternal perserverence, and power. To the left side is the raven: symbolizing communication, the discovering of secrets and the realms of the dead. To the right is a peregrine falcon: symbolizing speed, courage, nobility, farsight, and the realms of the Dreaming. Below and to the left, a wolf: representing the warding of paths and the guardianship of nature. On the lower right, a black stallion: representing dreams and the Astral Plane. All set upon a field of white: representing fate.
(The old heraldry, changed April of 2011, was a field of white: representing fate, with three black leaves: representing the past, present, and future. The DarkFyre Heart is superimposed over the center leaf: symbolizing the spirit of the House as a whole.
Description: It is said that House DarkFyre - the founding House of the Domain and Realms - was in existence long before the Domain and Realms came into being: when ShadowDarkFyre first discovered his name. Whether or not this is true will remain a mystery. What matters is the 'personality' of the House itself.
Those of House DarkFyre are guardians and protectors. Not because that's what membership in the House calls for, for it doesn't. But because the majority of those within House DarkFyre are naturally like that in their souls. Protective and adoptive in nature, DarkFyres will always be found standing for the innocent or defenseless, and going after the guilty. Few, if any, can stand in the way of a determined DarkFyre. This is no better exemplified than when it comes to matters of family. DarkFyres would take on the world itself, if necessary, for the sake of keeping their families safe. Some are self-sacrificial to a fault that must oftimes be checked. Seeing as how the current Imperium is held by this house, DarkFyres see the Domain and Realms as that to be watched over; that they themselves are the nation's guardians.
DarkFyres are protective, honorable, stubborn, and fierce when the need arises. They are relatively quiet-tempered, but woe to those who arouse a DarkFyre's anger. This is no better exemplified than in the patriarch and matriarch of the House, ur-Lord ShadowDarkFyre and High Queen Snowaidene. Few - IF any - can say they've actually come close to succeeding in backing a DarkFyre down from anything. To them, family is sacred. Innocence is to be preserved. And justice is to be served. That those who have joined this House are already of the same frame of mind as the ur-Lord only attests to the kindred spirit that permeates the House.
House DarkFyre is a house of guardians that will never tire, regardless. It could be speculated that, even to the End of Days, House DarkFyre will still exist. Even if there's only one left among them.
That speculation wouldn't be far from the truth.
House:Nine Death Storms Date founded: January 19, 2002
Founder(s): Lord Sir Flint Luchtaine
Current Patriarch: Lord Sir Flint Luchtaine
Current Matriarch: Lady Dame WiccanStarFairy
Adult members(aside from patriarch and/or matriarch): Lady Dame Dena, Lady Dame Atara Eve DarkFyre
Heraldry: A field of blue, with a scales in the center(left half white, right half black). A silver heart placed in the white scale, a green skull placed in the black scale. The House arms as a whole represents the House philosophy of maintaining the balance between good and evil.
(The old heraldry was a field of navy-blue, with the same scales in the center. A red heart placed in the white scale, a regular skull placed in the black scale.[see at left])
Information: House Nine Death Storms (a.k.a. Stormers) is a House of people who are straight and to the point. They do not prefer to ‘beat around the bush’ in conversation, concern themselves with political correctness, or complicate matters beyond what is necessary. The balance of things in the inner and outer worlds is their primary concern, and they approach their task with an unspoken dedication.
While Stormers are not much for the intrigue and maneuvering of politics, they are often found in this area due to their ability to get to the heart of the matter quickly and deal with the issues at hand. They sport a loyalty to those they respect, but they are not blind followers, they will speak up about what they believe to be right and fair. They are unassuming in their appearance, but they are yet ever alert and watchful to everything around them.
Stormers, in general, just prefer things to be as simple, balanced, and relatively uncomplicated as possible.(edited 1/22/2008, by Lord Flint Luchtaine)
House:VoceDiConscienza Date founded: March 1, 2005
Founder: Lady Dame Xanthi Senara the Silent
Current Patriarch: None
Current Matriarch: Lady Dame Xanthi Senara the Silent
Adult members(aside from the matriarch and/or patriarch): Dutchess Dame Witchelli
Heraldry: The field of green signifying hope and loyalty in love is the foundation of our home. Without love and hope the darkness fills us and makes us cold and bitter. The three mullets (5-pointed stars) are the sign of the third son and remind us of our ancestors and the sacrifices they made for us so we may continue. Finally the lion represents the courage we hold on to in the face of all challenges big and small that the world brings forth to test us. At the bottom upon a scroll is written the words, “vincit veritas”, which translated means “truth conquers”.
Description: The House of VoceDiConscienza is a home for all that welcome it into their hearts. Those that dwell in this home are of a tender spirit. They understand that not all things can be explained and yet believing is an answer. They are musicians and vocalists that find the magick of love and hope in creating sound and emotion into a delicate language that everyone understands. Beyond their musical talents, those of the home of VoceDiConscienza are loyal, honest, simple, inquisitive, logical, and faithful not only to themselves but to all people common and noble in all worlds. Often these traits in the extreme can be construed as artistic arrogance when it is nothing more than our way of finding the words that we find so difficult to say. We speak so often through our music that words are difficult to fall from our lips without accompaniment.
Recently, Lady Senara chose the song, "Bells of Freedom" by Bon Jovi, to be the anthem of her House. When asked if she wished to give an explanation behind the why, her words were, "Nahhh. I think the song speaks for itself." Or something to that effect.
House:MahtamaEetaheNehe Date founded: February 27, 2008
Founder: Lady Dame MagikWolf
Current Patriarch: None
Current Matriarch: Lady Dame MagikWolf
Adult members(aside from the matriarch and/or patriarch): Countessa Dame Luna
Heraldry: "The background is An Bhratach Náisiúnta: the Tricolor and National Flag of Ireland, representing Lady MagikWolf's Irish heritage and descent.
Below this is a pool of water with ripples radiating and flowing out: representing the art and importance of healing.
Above the center of the ripples is a bluebonnet: symbolizing MagikWolf's home state of Texas. Associated with Mars, the flower also promotes destiny and character.
A flame is superimposed upon the bluebonnet, representing the fire of the spirit.
Watching above all is the medicine woman: representing the path that Lady MagikWolf follows in her healing work.
Description: "My House is sanctuary. A place of healing all things in one's self: mind, body, spirit...
Whether you do it just by the peace of being in the energy-filled house, or if you need some help...
It's a place for any and all no matter their beliefs... It's a safe haven for the abused, lost, lonely..."
House:Tempest's Haven Date founded: November 30, 2009
Founder: Lady Dame Morana LightSeeker the Storm Maiden
Current Patriarch: None
Current Matriarch: Lady Dame Morana LightSeeker the Storm Maiden
Adult members(aside from the matriarch and/or patriarch): Lady Dame Eshabelle StarSojourner the Fair, Lady Dame Blackfox
Heraldry: The spiral/whirlpool at the bottom represents spirit. The tornado and turbulent weather surrounding represents the storm we call life. The golden hands rising from the spiral stand as a symbol of shelter and haven against the storm: that no matter how out of control life is, there IS someone who cares and will keep your safe.
Description: House Tempest's Haven was named for Tempest Smith, a young girl and part of the Matriarch's family, who took her own life as a result of persecution and lack of acceptance in her school in the Downriver area of Detroit, Michigan. to be a help and rescue for thoe who are in need lies at the core of the House's purpose, thereby exempifying the Right of Belief of the Arad Doman.
"House Tempest's Haven is a safe haven with acceptence for all. It was inspired by Deness and Tempest Smith, as well as my own personal search for acceptance." - Lady Morana LightSeeker
House:Serenity Date founded: January 16, 2010
Founder: Lady Dame Melodynne Willow Rose
Current Patriarch: None
Current Matriarch: Lady Dame Melodynne Willow Rose
Adult members(aside from the matriarch and/or patriarch): Comtesse Dame Faelyn Fortuna Du Anu
Heraldry: In the sky, a storm has just passed. This is to represent the calm after the storm and the different things, we as human beings, must weather. It's also a renewal because we are cleansed by fire and water. Even things that hurt, can change us for the better.
A road is pictured because we are all on a journey and everyone's path is different. The grass growing by the roadside is to symbolize a soft place to rest.
A stone - carved with mystical spirals - sits in the road to mark the existence of the incredible and fantastical that is present in everyone's life - whether they realize it or not.
The tree symbolizes the way we are all connected to each other. The roots growing represent different paths and planes of existence. When we revert back to the roots of our humanity, we gain a deeper understanding of the world around us - seen and unseen - and we gift ourselves with the chance to embrace the ones we share this planet with and to accept who we are and why we feel and do the things we do.
The shield, a symbol of protection is graced with The Tree of Life. This is meant as a sign of encouragement and the power we all own in our very skin. The roots that reach deep down into the earth, also tell us to reach deep down inside ourselves and to honor the traditions of our ancestors.
The branches that stretch up to the high heavens, encourage us to reach out for something greater. To Believe. To Give Thanks. It once again reminds us that we are all connected. And what a blessing it is to know that.
Description: Serenity is there for anyone who has been persecuted by the ones they love for listening to the Voices of the Ancients. The ones who just KNEW there was something more out there; that we are all part of something so much greater than ourselves. We reach out to all of those seeking the strength to forgive and love again. Our message is that we can help them achieve the wholeness of spirit and happiness they crave. There is a way to let go and free yourself from the hurt and wrong of the past. To heal. To be strengthened. To give thanks. To move on. You are not alone. And nothing's impossible.
House:Avani-Prajapala Date founded: November 7, 2010
Founder: Lady Dame Tivona
Current Patriarch: None
Current Matriarch: Lady Dame Tivona
Adult members(aside from the matriarch and/or patriarch): None
Heraldry: Native American Medicine Wheel to represent the 4 directions and the cycle of life.
Wren is for Resourcefulness and Boldness, it is in the Yellow for the direction of East for new beginnings.
Chameleon is for Psychic Abilities and Environmental Sensitivities, it is in Red for the direction of South for your passion in life.
Frog is for Transformation and Empathy, it is in the Black for the direction of the West for emotions and ancestors.
Cougar is for coming into your own Power and taking charge of your Life, it is in the White for the direction of North for Strength and Knowledge.
Rose represents Love.
Thistle represents an ancient Celtic symbol of nobility of character as well as of birth.
Background of Green is for the Earth and for Healing.
Description: Those of this House shall be the Caretakers and Guardians of the creatures and plants of the Earth; whether of this physical plain or from Other places, dead or alive, mundane or magickal.
House:Wolven Draoi Date founded: February 12, 2011
Founder: King Sir Neonee EarthWarden
Current Patriarch: King Sir Neonee EarthWarden
Current Matriarch: Queen Dame New Cycle Foster Wolven Draoi
Adult members(aside from the matriarch and/or patriarch): Lady Dame Mala Moragain
Heraldry: "In the center is a Wolf, symbolizing Unity; a wolf-pack epitomizes perfection of every facet of the societal diamond within idealism.. fostering, guarding, protecting, leading, and teaching.
Around the Wolf, are the Elder Futhark Runes. They are a direct inheritance of my ancestors, and are used here to entice Memory, Magic, and Movement.
Crossed behind the image are a Hammer and Sword. The Hammer is a Tool used to Forge; to create, encourage, and to mend. The Sword is one of Truth, used to clear paths of obstacle and defending Promise.
On either side, the Celtic Ogham symbols of the beautiful Willow on the left and the Mighty Oak on the right, seek to honor equilibrium.
The background is white, representing the seeds of All-Potential, as every color is contained within."
Description: The House of Wolven Draoi is a Druidic House of Truth. Period. We are one that strives for Mastery, knowing that we may not find it in this Cycle. We tread, nonetheless, seeking to unlock that which is within and without us. The Wolven welcome the New Cycle with open arms, and shall certainly be a part of it.
House:Star-in-Darkness Date founded: November 8, 2005
Founder: Dragon Star
Current Patriarch: Dragon Star
Current Matriarch: none
Adult members(aside from the matriarch and/or patriarch): None
Heraldry: "An owl for wisdom, holding a sword for the battles we fight, both inside and out, in search and support of the Balance we seek to serve. Both of these are set on a silver field shaped like a six-pointed star, on a field of black for the darkness within we call on for the strength we need, and for the Light we weild to focus the darkness where it can do the most good" - Dragon Star, founder and patriarch of House Star-in-Darkness.
Description: "The House of the Star in Darkness, is a house dedicted to balance in self and actions, drawing on both sides of ourselves to do good, the light side bringing us compassion, and the darkness within the strength to use our actions to help others, by fighting, by healing, or by guidance and advice, always in support of the Balance we seek to serve and
nurture." - Dragon Star
House:Mätauranga-Whakahau-Mi'riaghailt Date founded: June 2, 2008
Founder: Sir Nuni Mato Darkheart the Chaos Keeper
Current Patriarch: Sir Nuni Mato Darkheart the Chaos Keeper
Current Matriarch: None
Adult members(aside from the matriarch and/or patriarch): None
Heraldry: A dragon pouring over a tome while sitting in a library, signifying the House being a guardian of lore, knowledge, and information.
Description: Formerly a Noble House, Members of this House are charged with research, organizing, and keeping of records and knowledge: be it general or mystical of nature. The House is broken into different sects in the form of a trinity:
the Archivist are the historians charged with preserving all knowledge that is gathered;
the Chroniclers are charged with the gathering, research, and organizing of knowledge; in them are be different branches - one for mystical, one for nature, one for medicinal, and one for general knowledge;
the Couriers are charged with getting the knowledge to the right places as needed.
House:Carpe Noctem Date founded: December 10, 2010
Founder: Raven Icon Fire Star
Current Patriarch: None
Current Matriarch: Raven Icon Fire Star
Adult members(aside from the matriarch and/or patriarch): None
Heraldry: The symbol is Raven's dream symbol, upon a field of lilac. The symbol makes her think of India, its culture, and all its colorful clothing and art. The color liliac is a color she happens to like more than most.
Description: the name of the house means "seize the night". Nighttime is the time in which artistic ideas come to Raven the most. Hence the name. This is a Commoner House for creative minds to express themselves: whether that expression is music, art, or even poetry.
If House Carpe Noctem can be said to have a personality trait, it would be that those of this House are artistic in their natures, and value free expression and individuality.
House: DarkFyre
(The old heraldry, changed April of 2011, was a field of white: representing fate, with three black leaves: representing the past, present, and future. The DarkFyre Heart is superimposed over the center leaf: symbolizing the spirit of the House as a whole.
House: Nine Death Storms
(The old heraldry was a field of navy-blue, with the same scales in the center. A red heart placed in the white scale, a regular skull placed in the black scale.[see at left])
House: VoceDiConscienza
House: MahtamaEetaheNehe
House: Tempest's Haven
House: Serenity
House: Avani-Prajapala
House: Wolven Draoi
House: Star-in-Darkness
House: Mätauranga-Whakahau-Mi'riaghailt
House: Carpe Noctem