The House of Hirschfeld Basic information: Region: Goldberg (Goldberg is in Calemberg) Colors: Dark gray and gold Culture: Wirtem/Qadir Alignment: Open to all, kind of Family head: Heinrich von Hirschfeld Family history: Decades ago, the Hirschfeld family, unlike its present-day activity, was very reserved. The founder, Bjorn von Hirschfeld, upon receiving his noble title, ensured that his family remained in the background during times of war, not engaging in any major activities for generations. However, at some point, it seemed as if something snapped, and they began to produce weapons of war. It's unknown why or when this transformation occurred, but it unquestionably did. Before, being a quiet noble family, they now stood as a militaristic noble family, training entire generations of soldiers. And they showed no signs of stopping. Selling the weapons they built to the military, they began to produce even more. Yet, around 200 AC, a subtle shift emerged. While they maintained their relentless pursuit of military prowess, their approach appeared to evolve. They still manufactured weapons and supplied them to the Regalian Military, converting their temples into industrial hubs. However, there was a sense of restraint, a calculated precision in their actions. They delved deeper into training their youth, shaping them into disciplined soldiers loyal to the Emperor. Design: Members of the House of Hirschfeld predominantly hail from the Wirtem and Qadir Heritages, but they are not exclusively limited to these heritages. They embrace individuals of any half-race or full ancestry, reflecting their diverse and inclusive nature. In their early twenties, members of the family often explore the world freely, unbound by strict military laws that the family placed. This sense of freedom encourages them to form relationships across various cultures and backgrounds. Despite the diverse origins of their offspring, the House of Hirschfeld maintains a strict policy regarding lineage. All children born into the family, regardless of their parentage, are counted and brought into the fold. This commitment to familial unity sometimes necessitates assertive measures to ensure that every member of their bloodline is recognized, also while the House of Hirschfeld certainly emphasizes military training and engineering skills from a young age, they still afford their youth the freedom to choose their paths. Despite the strong cultural inclination towards military service or engineering within the family, individuals are not forcibly conscripted into these roles. Instead, they are presented with opportunities to explore various interests and pursuits. However, it's worth noting that due to the deeply ingrained national ethos and familial expectations, it's rare for a member of the Hirschfeld family to deviate from the path of military service or engineering. The values instilled in them from childhood often lead them to naturally gravitate towards these fields. Yet, the option to pursue other endeavors remains open. Wealth: On the family history section of their page, it's noted that the House of Hirschfeld has accumulated considerable wealth by selling weaponry to the military. With the funds acquired, they've repurposed their temples into rudimentary factories. However, this aspect merely scratches the surface of their endeavors. Unbeknownst to many, the family's activities extend beyond the production of machines of war. They are also skilled in crafting limb attachments for amputees and developing healing Automata, known as HAs. Each HA is designated with a numerical identifier based on the order it was created. While these innovations have found their way into Regalian Military hands, there are certain creations the family keeps shrouded in secrecy.
