Venranese
Venranese is the primary ethnicity on the continent Venra and the colonial settlements on Nolan.
Venra ideals and customs mirror that of medieval Europe. Those living in smaller settlements pay tribute and in return receive protection of regional authority figures like the Dukes of Riverway, Barons of the Flats or the Tillian Empire
Naming Traditions
Feminine names
Alicia, Alexis, Issabelle, Sydney, Fey, Morrigan
Masculine names
Kirkland, Wagner, Marcus, Danforth, Houser, Hux
Family names
Till, Nellis, Shay, Monroe, Turner, Danvers
Culture
Major language groups and dialects
Venranese predominantly speak the common tongue
Culture and cultural heritage
Venranese rely heavily on the value of family names and notoriety. Many well known families will pass down titles and positions of power for generations to their descendants and look down at those who choose to break away from what their family is best known for in society.
Shared customary codes and values
Those in the lower classes that are seen as unimportant typically don't use their full names in public since they are not deemed worthy to stand out as individuals. Those with respective family names in the middle and upper classes use their full names.
Average technological level
Equivalent to peak Roman Empire
Art & Architecture
Archways and columns usually built of sandstone or marble are typically seen in big cities. Cities like Tillia have aqueducts to bring fresh water into the palace.
Funerary and Memorial customs
The dead are typically buried but only the wealthier classes choose to place headstones or erect tombs for the dead. Not just because they can afford it but also because their dead are deemed worthy of remembrance.
Common Taboos
Kin slaying and cannibalism.
Common Myths and Legends
A mysterious great cataclysm is believed to have wiped out the original city of Tillia in ancient times before the empire.
Poes are a common folklore for the venranese. Violent spirits that sneak down from the mountains at night and occasionally kills families and snatch up young children.
Historical figures
Tillia Imperial Family, Morrigan Blackbriar, The first Duke of Riverway.
Ideals
Gender Ideals
Besides a few historical exceptions, Venranese culture is typically biased towards men, in careers, politics and positions of power. The few women that do hold positions of power or authority typically inherited it through their family name or spouse.
Relationship Ideals
Venranese typically honor the traditional concept of marriage.
Major organizations
Tillian Empire, Dukes of Riverway, Barrons of The Flats, The Enclave, The Crimson Hand.
Related Organizations
Languages spoken
Related Locations
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