“The chiming of water… resolved itself into a Dervish of the Wastes”

The Dervish of NorthEq are nomads who wander the Wastes collecting water through giant metals staffs. These poles, which they refer to as Diving Rods, use antenna-like devices to harvest tiny particles out of the air, which are condensed and distilled in the central shaft, then fed out in drops through the branches of the rod to a collection of bottles. The exact nature of this process is unknown as no Dervish has ever been able to be induced or compelled to part with their Diving Rod.

No one outside of this insular community understands the true motivation of the Dervish but they have been mythologized by many as agents of mercy coming to the rescue of creatures stranded in the Wastes- appearing over the horizon in many stories, heralded by the tinkling and clinking of their many bottles, a vision of salvation, bringing water and salvation to those on the brink of death.

To outsiders the Dervish seem to serve those who traverse the Wastes – but what is their ultimate agenda? Where do they come from? Why do they risk their lives in this way?