Dax Dzuc

Dax Dzuc (ancient Eimavian for long water, the Eimavians weren't particularly known for their creativity) was a common ancient water sport practiced by most Eimavian tribes across Eimav. The game consisted of two teams (always two) facing off in a canoe battle in swamp rivers often dedicated for racing. Tracks were on average very long, taking over a day to complete. There would be checkpoints and races could last for days.

Team sizes ranged from 3-9 players each. The most common composition was a team of three. Each player would have their own boat. Multiple players in a single boat was banned. There were three distinctive boat types, but each didn't generally have its own role.

Swamp tracks were cleared out for miles in the dense Eimavian swamps and rivers. These tracks would be cleared but some natural flora would remain, perhaps for the purpose of added difficulty. No artificial obstacles or objectives would be present apart from getting to the other end. Races typically weren't loops but had a set finish line.

The sport was taken very seriously by Eimavians to the point of the people even appointing complex leagues to organize the water sport. Since Eimavians were so keen on fighting, they quite often fought each other while disputing matches, victories and fair play. To little surprise, sometimes even killed each other. Yes, the game was that serious. Dax players were a respected part of Eimavian society. Boats were already an important part of Eimavian culture.

On quite rare occasions, two tribes would face off in a quite exciting event.

Rules weren't concrete and often varied from tribe to tribe, though the basic principles of the game remained a constant.