The Selene
The Selene are the desert dwelling inhabitants of the southern Bloodscribe Peninsula, most living in their namesake metropolis, Selene.
Also known as Selenites, this group migrated from the Wheatstar Peninsula millenia ago after taking part of the Izinglass, known as an Izinshard. They are one of the only cultures that can draw a direct line to technology and history before The Ignition, although the initial settlers started with relatively little.
The Selene had a period of militarism and colonialism, starting in the Mystic Era, and coming to a peak during the Six Chambers Era. They remain a major military force that has transitioned into a security and guardianship role, with the exception of a few teams of warriors that are loaned out to allies around Izin against the Hidden Kingdom. Their warriors are known for comically large swords. However, they are also known for advanced bioalchemy techniques used for healing, food, and even fuel for their many popular technologies, such as airships, trains, indoor lighting, and more.
After the Chambering Wars, a group called Sandstorm gathered a resistance movement that overthrew the imperialist government of Selene and installed a people's government. Sandstorm remains an important group, and although they do not directly wield the power of Selene's government and bank, they act as guardians for the people and have a great deal of influence.
During the Dark Age, after recovering from the devastating Schism and the destruction of Selene during the ensuing earthquakes, Sandstorm coordinated rebuilding efforts. A new city was built on top of the ruins of the old one, and trade began to explode over the next millennium of products and technologies from Selene that would help speed the rebuilding of other cultures.
As a result, Sil became a universal currency in Izan, overseen by a council at the Vault of the Mystics, a multinationally overseen bank vault and forge that creates, houses, and distributes Sil around the world.
After the Chambering Wars, a group called Sandstorm gathered a resistance movement that overthrew the imperialist government of Selene and installed a people's government. Sandstorm remains an important group, and although they do not directly wield the power of Selene's government and bank, they act as guardians for the people and have a great deal of influence.
During the Dark Age, after recovering from the devastating Schism and the destruction of Selene during the ensuing earthquakes, Sandstorm coordinated rebuilding efforts. A new city was built on top of the ruins of the old one, and trade began to explode over the next millennium of products and technologies from Selene that would help speed the rebuilding of other cultures.
As a result, Sil became a universal currency in Izan, overseen by a council at the Vault of the Mystics, a multinationally overseen bank vault and forge that creates, houses, and distributes Sil around the world.
Naming Traditions
Family names
Selenites frequently have crystal, gem, or mineral inspired names.
Culture
Average technological level
The Selene are technologically advanced, but from a completely different family of tehnologies from those on the main continent, as they can trace their origins to pre-ignition sciences and knowledge.
Major organizations
- The Chimeptera, the giant sword wielding military of Selene
Encompassed species
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