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}}<blockquote>''"The mysterious ∑∫ỹriȱŋ defend their woodland homes with colorful magic and the ferocity of fire-breathing dragons!They regard Nature as a holy spirit and cannot hunt animals or chop down trees, instead they start the game with the unique Enchantment tech that can turn regular animals into powerful monsters."''<div align="right">-Tribe description</div></blockquote>
The '''∑∫ỹriȱŋ''' [[tribe]] (often romanized as '''Elyrion''') is the second special tribe and the 13th tribe overall in Polytopia. The ∑∫ỹriȱŋ are elves that practice "nature magic." The tribe starts with the [[Forest Magic]] [[technology]], which replacesHuntingandallows animals tobeenchanted into [[Polytaur]] units.
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∑∫ỹriȱŋ has a total of three unique units (fiveifall of the [[Dragon|Dragon's]] phasesareincluded). ∑∫ỹriȱŋ's unique [[super unit]] is the [[Dragon]].Dragonsevolve from a [[Dragon Egg]] to a [[Baby Dragon]] and finally a [[Fire Dragon]]. ∑∫ỹriȱŋalsohasonespecialbuilding, the [[Sanctuary]].
'''∑∫ỹriȱŋ''' (romanized as '''Elyrion''') is the second special [[Tribes|tribe]] and the 13th tribe overall in Polytopia. The ∑∫ỹriȱŋ are elves that practice "nature magic" and enchant animals, turning them into [[units]]. The tribe starts with the [[Forest Magic]] technology, which allows ∑∫ỹriȱŋ to enchant animals and turn them into [[Polytaur]] units.
[[File:Rainbow flame.png|thumb|200px|The "RainbowFlame" that appears around [[Ruins]] as well as level 7 and 8 [[Sanctuary|Sanctuaries]]]]In addition, ∑∫ỹriȱŋ can see [[ruins]] through clouds (a"rainbow flame" will appear above tiles with ruins).
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∑∫ỹriȱŋ is typically considered to be an upper-mid-tier tribe comparable to [[Yadakk]] and [[Hoodrick]]. ∑∫ỹriȱŋ [[Polytaur|Polytaurs]] are well-suited to the fast-paced combat favored by many players. In general, all of ∑∫ỹriȱŋ's unique units, such as the [[Navalon]] and the [[Dragon]], are strong units, and ∑∫ỹriȱŋ has good resources. However, the inability to [[Clear Forest|clear forests]] hurts ∑∫ỹriȱŋ.
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∑∫ỹriȱŋ is considered an upper-mid-tier tribe comparable to [[Yădakk]] and [[Polaris]]. ∑∫ỹriȱŋ [[Polytaur]]s are well-suited to the fast-paced combat favored by many players. In general, both of their unique units, the Polytaur and the [[Dragon]], are strong units, and ∑∫ỹriȱŋ has good resources.
∑∫ỹriȱŋ has two unique units. It cannot produce [[population]] from wild animals, but it can enchant them into [[Polytaur]]s. ∑∫ỹriȱŋ's unique [[super unit]] is the Dragon, which evolves from a [[Dragon Egg]] into a [[Baby Dragon]] and finally a [[Fire Dragon]]. Before the [[Path of the Ocean]] update, the tribe also had access to the [[Navalon]].
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∑∫ỹriȱŋ has one special [[building]], the [[Sanctuary]]. However, this tribe does not have access to the [[Clear Forest]] or [[Burn Forest]] abilities.
[[File:Rainbow flame.png|thumb|The "rainbow flame" that appears around [[ruins]] and level 7 & 8 [[Sanctuary|Sanctuaries]]]] ∑∫ỹriȱŋ can see [[ruins]] through clouds. A rainbow-colored flame will appear above tiles with ruins.
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∑∫ỹriȱŋ has +crop and -mountain. Therefore, the fact that crop can only be seen after researching [[Organization]] is especially important to remember when playing ∑∫ỹriȱŋ.
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∑∫ỹriȱŋ has +crop and -mountain. Therefore, the fact that crops can only be seen after researching [[Organization]] is especially pertinent to ∑∫ỹriȱŋ.
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*[[File:Elyrion Tribe Week.jpg|thumb|The 2021 ∑∫ỹriȱŋ Tribe Week poster]]2021 Tribe Week: Tending to the forest isn't just a hobby for ∑∫ỹriȱŋ citizens, but a way of life.
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*[[File:Elyrion Tribe Week 2022.png|thumb|The 2022 ∑∫ỹriȱŋ Tribe Week poster]]2022 Tribe Week: “I have no friends, so I’ll have to make my own!” thought a lonely ∑∫ỹriȱŋ citizen to themself before enchanting a unicorn into the first Polytaur. Ever since, Polytaurs have been a beloved part of ∑∫ỹriȱŋ society, often as cuddly companions, cheap labor, or steadfast soldiers.
*The Unicorns love to run around in the magic forests of ∑∫ỹriȱŋ and play hide and seek among the large trees, always leaving a path of rainbow dust in their path. Should you ever look into the dust, you can sometimes get a glimpse of your afterlife, or you will just sneeze.<ref>[https://polytopia.threadless.com/designs/elyrion-tee/ ∑∫ỹriȱŋ Tee]</ref>
*When ∑∫ỹriȱŋ dragons are sleeping, they sometimes cry, due to the beauty of their dreams. Any ∑∫ỹriȱŋ who is lucky enough to collect a few drops in their goblet and drink it, will have the most divine dreams for three nights to come.<ref>[https://polytopia.threadless.com/designs/elyrion-mug-thick/accessories/mug/standard ∑∫ỹriȱŋ Mug]</ref>
Players can "boost" their units by moving them onto a wild animal, then enchanting the wild animal into a [[Polytaur]], causing a [[Forced Unit Spawns|forced unit spawn]]. This is especially useful in the early game and on turn 0.
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==Inspiration==
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The ∑∫ỹriȱŋ are based on elves, which are generally depicted with long hair and pointy ears. They are also influenced by fantasy worlds and fairy tales (giant lilies, dragons, castles, mythical unicorns, etc.). The belief that elves respect nature is also found in the ∑∫ỹriȱŋ tribe.
*[https://polytopia.threadless.com/designs/elyrion-tee/ Web Shop:] The Unicorns love to run around in the magic forests of ∑∫ỹriȱŋ and play hide and seek among the large trees, always leaving a path of rainbow dust in their path. Should you ever look into the dust, you can sometimes get a glimpse of your afterlife, or you will just sneeze.
*[https://polytopia.threadless.com/designs/elyrion-mug-thick/accessories/mug/standard Web Shop:] When ∑∫ỹriȱŋ dragons are sleeping, they sometimes cry, due to the beauty of their dreams. Any ∑∫ỹriȱŋ who is lucky enough to collect a few drops in their goblet and drink it, will have the most divine dreams for three nights to come.
*[[Hunting]] is replaced by [[Forest Magic]], which allows for the enchantment of wild animals into [[Polytaur|Polytaur units ]]for two stars (instead of hunting them).
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*[[Whaling]] is replaced by [[Water Magic]], which allows for the enchantment of Whales into powerful [[Navalon|Navalon units ]]for five stars (instead of hunting them for [[Stars]]).
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*[[Forestry]] unlocks the [[Sanctuary]], a building that produces [[stars]] for each adjacent wild animal, instead of the [[Clear Forest]] ability.
*Moving the starting [[warrior]] onto a tile with a wild animal, then enchanting the animal into a [[Polytaur]] can "boost" the warrior one tile further. This tactic is useful in the early game to conquer nearby enemies. See "[[Forced Unit Spawns]]."
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*Start by only enchanting one animal and creating 1 warrior as polytaur's don't count towards your city's troop limit until the turn after they are spawned
*[[File:Druid head.png|thumb|117x117px|The head of the unused "Druid" skin]][[File:Druid Mind Bender.png|thumb|249x249px|A reconsruction of the Druid skin's Mind Bender using in-game files]]∑∫ỹriȱŋ is the only tribe to have just one fruit on a fruit tile.
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*In the ambience playing throughout ∑∫ỹriȱŋ lands, waterfalls running, soft, calm music, Unicorns whinnying gracefully, and a soft tinkling sound can be heard.
*The ∑∫ỹriȱŋ have been involved in multiple Earth Day donation events. For example, in 2019, all revenue from sales of the ∑∫ỹriȱŋ tribe on Earth Day was donated to the [https://www.earthday.org/ Earth Day Network].<ref>Midjiwan on [https://www.instagram.com/p/BwjMerDBavl/ Instagram]</ref> A year later, Midjiwan announced that for each sale of the ∑∫ỹriȱŋ tribe, $1 USD would be donated to the [https://www.earthday.org/campaign/the-canopy-project Canopy Reforestation Project] until 5,000 trees were planted through these donations.<ref>[https://hype.news/midjiwan/polytopia-donates-to-reforestation-mwttqtqj Official newsroom]</ref>
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*∑∫ỹriȱŋ is the only tribe to have just one fruit on a fruit tile.
*The "∑∫ỹriȱŋ language" is available to players who own the ∑∫ỹriȱŋ tribe. The language is an [[Easter egg]] created by [[User:Zoythrus|Zoythrus]], the official community manager.
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*Ironically, even though Midjiwan [https://www.instagram.com/p/BwjMerDBavl/ declared] that the ∑∫ỹriȱŋ are "known for their love and reverence of nature," they can still [[Burn Forest|burn forests.]]
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*An unused tribe skin for ∑∫ỹriȱŋ existed in the game files. The now-removed skin is named "druid" and contains only a head, a Mind Bender sprite, and a description that read, "This cabal of powerful Elyrion [sic] druids have brought their magical prowess to the battlefield - casting spells, planting trees, and defending Nature!"<ref>{{Cite social media|author = High Flyer|website = Discord|date = 13 March 2023|link = https://discord.com/channels/822827182601535508/822827182601535511/1084934883912208516}}</ref>
*The ∑∫ỹriȱŋ have been involved in multiple Earth Day donation events. For example, in 2019, all revenue from sales of the ∑∫ỹriȱŋ tribe on Earth Day was [https://www.instagram.com/p/BwjMerDBavl/ donated] to the [https://www.earthday.org/ Earth Day Network]. Also, for Earth Day 2020, Midjiwan [https://hype.news/midjiwan/polytopia-donates-to-reforestation-mwttqtqjannounced] that for each sale of the ∑∫ỹriȱŋ tribe, $1 USD would be donated to the [https://www.earthday.org/campaign/the-canopy-project Canopy Reforestation Project] until 5,000 trees were planted through these donations.
*"∑∫ỹriȱŋ" is available as a language setting for players who own the ∑∫ỹriȱŋ tribe. The language was created by Zoythrus, Midjiwan's official community manager.<br />
The mysterious ∑∫ỹriȱŋ defend their woodland homes with colorful magic and the ferocity of fire-breathing dragons! They regard Nature as a holy spirit and cannot hunt animals or chop down trees, instead they start the game with the unique Enchantment tech that can turn regular animals into powerful monsters.
–Tribe description
∑∫ỹriȱŋ (romanized as Elyrion) is the second special tribe and the 13th tribe overall in Polytopia. The ∑∫ỹriȱŋ are elves that practice "nature magic" and enchant animals, turning them into units. The tribe starts with the Forest Magic technology, which allows ∑∫ỹriȱŋ to enchant animals and turn them into Polytaur units.
∑∫ỹriȱŋ is considered an upper-mid-tier tribe comparable to Yădakk and Polaris. ∑∫ỹriȱŋ Polytaurs are well-suited to the fast-paced combat favored by many players. In general, both of their unique units, the Polytaur and the Dragon, are strong units, and ∑∫ỹriȱŋ has good resources.
∑∫ỹriȱŋ has +crop and -mountain. Therefore, the fact that crops can only be seen after researching Organization is especially pertinent to ∑∫ỹriȱŋ.
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Lore[]
Tribe Celebrations[]
The 2021 ∑∫ỹriȱŋ Tribe Week poster
2021 Tribe Week: Tending to the forest isn't just a hobby for ∑∫ỹriȱŋ citizens, but a way of life.
The 2022 ∑∫ỹriȱŋ Tribe Week poster
2022 Tribe Week: “I have no friends, so I’ll have to make my own!” thought a lonely ∑∫ỹriȱŋ citizen to themself before enchanting a unicorn into the first Polytaur. Ever since, Polytaurs have been a beloved part of ∑∫ỹriȱŋ society, often as cuddly companions, cheap labor, or steadfast soldiers.
Webshop[]
The Unicorns love to run around in the magic forests of ∑∫ỹriȱŋ and play hide and seek among the large trees, always leaving a path of rainbow dust in their path. Should you ever look into the dust, you can sometimes get a glimpse of your afterlife, or you will just sneeze.[1]
When ∑∫ỹriȱŋ dragons are sleeping, they sometimes cry, due to the beauty of their dreams. Any ∑∫ỹriȱŋ who is lucky enough to collect a few drops in their goblet and drink it, will have the most divine dreams for three nights to come.[2]
Players can "boost" their units by moving them onto a wild animal, then enchanting the wild animal into a Polytaur, causing a forced unit spawn. This is especially useful in the early game and on turn 0.
Inspiration[]
The ∑∫ỹriȱŋ are based on elves, which are generally depicted with long hair and pointy ears. They are also influenced by fantasy worlds and fairy tales (giant lilies, dragons, castles, mythical unicorns, etc.). The belief that elves respect nature is also found in the ∑∫ỹriȱŋ tribe.
Design[]
Fruit: Sunburst lily
Animal: Unicorn
Field: Green fields with pink soil
Forest: One giant cubical tree with a thick trunk surrounded by two smaller trees
Mountain: Three rounded cliffs cradling a lake and tree
City: Yellow buildings with castle-like battlements, towers, and blue roofs with yellow stars
Helmet: Pointed ears, blue hair, and a yellow gem on the forehead
A reconsruction of the Druid skin's Mind Bender using in-game files
∑∫ỹriȱŋ is the only tribe to have just one fruit on a fruit tile.
The ∑∫ỹriȱŋ have been involved in multiple Earth Day donation events. For example, in 2019, all revenue from sales of the ∑∫ỹriȱŋ tribe on Earth Day was donated to the Earth Day Network.[3] A year later, Midjiwan announced that for each sale of the ∑∫ỹriȱŋ tribe, $1 USD would be donated to the Canopy Reforestation Project until 5,000 trees were planted through these donations.[4]
The "∑∫ỹriȱŋ language" is available to players who own the ∑∫ỹriȱŋ tribe. The language is an Easter egg created by Zoythrus, the official community manager.
An unused tribe skin for ∑∫ỹriȱŋ existed in the game files. The now-removed skin is named "druid" and contains only a head, a Mind Bender sprite, and a description that read, "This cabal of powerful Elyrion [sic] druids have brought their magical prowess to the battlefield - casting spells, planting trees, and defending Nature!"[5]
