Tribes of Jadia
The territory occupied by the 12 tribes was once known as Ethana, a powerful and wealthy theocracy. After the Gods’ Exile, it shattered apart, sowing revolt and civil war in the country. From the ashes of Ethana rose a multitude of tribes. Though they appear to have no centralized authority, Jadians still hold significant political power, as they are in control of a large mercantile network and, in case of conflict, represent a fierce mercenary force. Today, the different tribes roam the lands in what is essentially a network of circular nomadic living. Stopping briefly in cities to sell and buy wares, they are in perpetual movement as they travel the dangerous grasslands and deserts that make up the Jadian territory.
Culture
Most of the people who reside in Jadia are part of the 12 tribes that roam its lands. The tribes are nomadic and divided in subgroups that follow a cycle through Jadian lands, gathering, hunting, and crafting as they go. They are known for their hospitality, accepting in their group nearly all travelers that agree to conform to their rules, and their somewhat over-the-top politeness, to the point where it isn’t uncommon for them to shun members of the tribe that are considered rude. These tribes are also known for their ancestral knowledge, transmitted through oral tradition, and their unmatched healing abilities, which have kept their tribes alive for hundreds of years. The tribespeople are recognizable by their flowy clothes, long hair and colorful weaved belts, where they keep emblems and distinctions.
In the few cities still standing in Jadia, life is lazy and generally peaceful. Their economy relies on tourism and trade, mostly with traveling tribes. Workdays start early, when the air is still cool enough, and end not long after noon, where the climate usually becomes unbearably hot. In the meantime, locals might enjoy a swim in the Whispering Lake, chat in one of the lounges to the sound of the zither, or snack on dates and Dherol, a local beverage.
In the few cities still standing in Jadia, life is lazy and generally peaceful. Their economy relies on tourism and trade, mostly with traveling tribes. Workdays start early, when the air is still cool enough, and end not long after noon, where the climate usually becomes unbearably hot. In the meantime, locals might enjoy a swim in the Whispering Lake, chat in one of the lounges to the sound of the zither, or snack on dates and Dherol, a local beverage.
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