pronounced Yar-oh-wee
Often seen as seers and oracles among the Rystarri, the Yarowi elders are often consulted about the future by other Rystarri. They are often referred to as the “Messengers”, as it is believed that their ancestors speak to the Yarowi from the Far Realms. Thus, they are often revered and venerated among their people.
Most Yarowi are cautious and hesitant to commit to a course of action, often looking for signs and omens to tell them what path would be most prudent to take. Some even consult bones or listen to the wind in order to catch a glimpse of their ancestor’s wisdom, while others spend much of their time ingesting hallucinogens and search for meaning in smoke ripples.
Outsiders normally would be unable to tell the difference between the Yarowi and the Maolawki, save that the Yarowi often paint or dye their fur with various symbols and strange patterns, using a wide assortment of hues when doing so. They have long claimed that by doing so, they make it easier for their ancestors to find them from the Far Realms and give them guiding wisdom.