Dalemen

Naming Traditions

Feminine names

Sarah, Marrys, Madylin, Cathrine, Kristina, Karen, and Hannah

Masculine names

John, Jack, Dale, Reginald, Simon, Karl, and Bastien

Unisex names

Dexter, Kim, Leslie, Joy, Ushio, Alex, and Charlie

Family names

Smith, Jones, Herdock, Johnsson, Tarrenspike, Trots'Lac, and Ramirez

Culture

Major language groups and dialects

Eldercrestarians, Dalemen have a more rough dialect, like Scottish

Culture and cultural heritage

Genetic power in all Dalemen makes them highly resistant to magic, and have an invisible shield pushing away magic. This genetic power was created by the the Order of Maigal as a curse response the Dalesmen's rebellion against religion and magic, making it unable for them to seek medicinal help within the Order.

Average technological level

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At the moment the book starts, Dalemen already have an advanced nano-technology doing medical wonders of cybertech-eyes and ears and is about to discover plasma weapons and advance automation robots.

Dalemen are more exposed to illness and have to develop herbalists, doctors, and physicians themself.

Common Etiquette rules

Formal at parties, in other parts of time it is considered rude to talk to a smith etc. when they are working, unless the work requires it. It makes the Dalemen a lot more social in their free time, and the taverns never seem to have close at any time.

Common Dress code

You dress according to your profession, also in a formal outfit.

Birth & Baptismal Rites

At birth, the father is supposed to make the child's first tools, that are meant to be put away until the child is old enough to be trained, starting from the age of thirteen. These tools are the child's only reference to have been born in Dalesborg, and also have the citizenship and right to begin the training. In order to verify that the tools are real, a community of high skilled smiths needs to engrave that year's seal.

Coming of Age Rites

You are not a grown-up until you have mastered some skill in the craftsmanship of any kind.

Ideals

Beauty Ideals

Equal (Beauty doesn't matter in Technocracy, only performance)

Gender Ideals

Equal (Gender doesn't matter in Technocracy, only performance)

Courtship Ideals

Equal (Courtship doesn't matter in Technocracy, only performance)

Relationship Ideals

Marriage is a contract of alliances. Exist only for that.

Related Organizations

• Eldercrest
• the Dalemen Smith's Guild
• the Order of Maigal