Kaka'ateme (Ka-Ka-A-tem-ay)

The Kaka'ateme are an ethnicity group native to the Alka'Klo Swamps.

Naming Traditions

Feminine names

Kokomi

Miyusi

Sorona

Fuyumi

Ayumi

Tekono

Toniko

Jusuki

Rina

Teko'bura

Masculine names

Roru

Hioru

Unisex names

Juhani

Family names

Mayusi

Ruruso

Ayona

Ya'Yorona

Minosa

Saruko'mi

Hono'ano

Totori

Fuyuro

Pama

Other names

Culture

Major language groups and dialects

Sheppec

Kaya'ateme

Yuka'ateme

Rusa'ateme

Art & Architecture

Architecture is built in mind for floods and high tides. The buildings bases are, by law, are built on sturdy brick stilts, and elevated 6-7 feet off the ground. Walls are made of packed mud bricks, mangrove woods, and bricks.

Common Customs, traditions and rituals

It is considered unwise to walk outside wearing long dresses or skirts. Pants, trousers, and other close-fitting garments are better for the dangerous environment. When waters rise, then everyone stays inside and away from the tides.

Common Myths and Legends

Mayusi of the rivers is one of the most well known Kaka'ateme myth in and out of Alka'Klo. Mayusi is said to have saved two boys from drowning in the swamps, and while he rescued the boys, he never resurfaced himself.