Temari (TEH-marr-EE)
There are two major cultures of Maro in the Outfair Ocean, not counting the Darkwater Maro. The most prevalent is the Temari, citizens of the Temari Empire.
The Temari are a people ruled by their pride in the glory of their empire, fueled by militaristic propaganda and nationalism.
Naming Traditions
Feminine names
Eirene
Adrianna
Genny
Ara
Doria
Nerina
Nyissa
Noelani
Adrianna
Genny
Ara
Doria
Nerina
Nyissa
Noelani
Masculine names
Morcant
Marius
Taron
Lachlan
Osharus
Bo
Irving
Nerio
Leith
Anenon
Marius
Taron
Lachlan
Osharus
Bo
Irving
Nerio
Leith
Anenon
Unisex names
Leven
Bered
Indra
Tamesis
Bered
Indra
Tamesis
Family names
The Temari draw their family (or school names from numerous subjugated Maro tribes and clans, but lack a cohesive naming structure.
The most common surnames in the heart of the Empire include: Menenius, Ennius, Laeca, and Cotentinus. Common surnames outside the core include: Loridge, Deakin, Norchanel, Stone, and Artair.
Culture
Major language groups and dialects
Culture and cultural heritage
The Temari are comprised of a number of divergent Maro tribes from around the Outfair Ocean. A number of different cultures were appropriated and amalgamated into what has become the Temari culture, several often at odds with one another. This leads to conflict and tribalism within the Empire, with various enclaves forming in their regional homelands.
Average technological level
The Temari have the strongest military technology among the Maro, and also rely upon the might of their Cecaelia warriors and their Atollan spies. The Temari maintain strict control over Arcane Magic, and maintain the majority of the Divine Magic spellcasters in the Empire.
Common Dress code
Temari are a hedonistic people, and rarely wear any form of clothing. Those of high status, or near the surface of the Outfair Ocean, respect the modesty of their neighbors and will cover themselves in tight, colorful clothing when interacting with surface-folk.
Historical figures
Emperor Temar Telann - Fouder of the Temari Empire
Nadia Dexion, Wavemaster of Shelyayl
General Marius Litorius, current general of the Temari Empire
Aenon Asham, former Governor of the eastern province of Typhnas, founder of the Ashamari Dominion
Nadia Dexion, Wavemaster of Shelyayl
General Marius Litorius, current general of the Temari Empire
Aenon Asham, former Governor of the eastern province of Typhnas, founder of the Ashamari Dominion
Ideals
Beauty Ideals
The Temari pride themselves on their appearance. They prefer augmentation of their natural appearance using dyes and inks, along with various jewelry and other ornamentation.
Male Temari grow their fins long as a sign of their wealth and status, to be used in both social posturing and courtship.
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