Eshoran

Almost All Halflings

Virtues

Loyalty

Being loyal gives glory to their god: the Burned One. All ideals stem from this, though elders stand by it more closely, as the younger generation is (slightly) adapting to the ways of the outside world. Oaths are deemed as absolutely binding. Huge weight is placed on giving someone your loyalty. As a rule, they respect someone who has gained the loyalty of many, or of those in power or positions of standing. Gaining the loyalty of their god - by being loyal to them - is how one receives their favour.

Trade

Trade agreements are seen by most as a high form of loyalty, as one's (economic) bond to another shown through the physical display of a contract, much like marriage. Their god sees it otherwise, as placing another's loyalty above theirs. The Pyre then opposes the idea due to this, though it's the one matter in which they have little sway, as the need for trade wins out.

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Vices

Betrayal

To sacrifice another's loyalty is to betray their god, it is the highest form of sin, against: their god; family, because it calls their honour into question; and community, as it weakens the bonds between people with mistrust. No-one would think of it, save for the young, who turn rebel and stray from 'the guiding light'. It is then always done in the utmost of secrecy, for if discovered, the traitor will be marked as a criminal, and denied the proper cremation rights afforded them.

Luck

Those who rely on luck alone are hated, as they either lack strong allies, or worse, refuse to turn to their allies in times of need.

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Domains

Their views on each of the Divine Domains.

Light

They all follow the Burned One without reserve.

Knowledge

Should only be sought after in order to improve the group, or to trade with others.

Nature

One has an obligation to the world in which one lives, and should treat it with (distant) respect, though one doesn't have a personal bond with it.

Trickery

All trickery is cowardly betrayal.

War

War should only be engaged to defend one's allies, never for profit, or oneself.

Life

Life shouldn't be treasured for its own sake, though one should protect their friends at all costs.

Tempest

The forces of nature are not for mortals to understand, and so cannot be connected with. They do not require the same obligation as nature itself.

Grave

The dead are with god, as such, their ashes should never be disturbed, not for any reason whatsoever.

Forge

Their is no special attachment to tools or weapons, they can't compare to people. It's a path only to be followed for protection, or trade

Naming Traditions

Feminine names

Andry, Bree, Callie, Cora, Euphemia, Jillian, Kithri, Lavinia, Lidda, Merla, Nedda, Paela,Portia, Seraphina, Shaena, Trym, Vani, Vern

Masculine names

Alton, Ander, Cade, Corrin, Eldon, Errich, Finnan, Garret, Lindal, Lyle, Merric, Milo, Osborn,Perrin, Reed, Roscoe, Wellby

Unisex names

Banba, Branna, Caoilainn, Daireann, Dillon, Darcie

Family names

Cruinnichbruis, Barrailmath, Botaluaine, Cnocàrd, Bruthcnoc, Duilleagtì, Droigheann, Clachaith, Fomheur

Culture

Major language groups and dialects

Halfling, with little-to-no regional variation

Shared customary codes and values

LOYALTY above all else.

Coming of Age Rites

In their 13th year, they are required to live an entire month as a pauper, surviving on the generosity of others, as they travel around the region, never staying in one house for more than 3 days. This is intended to make them indebted to all, and so strengthen their bonds with the people of the region. The further out they travel, and the longer they spend on it, the more prestige they earn as an adult.

Funerary and Memorial customs

The dead are always cremated, though what happens with their ashes varies with location. They are often scattered over fields (to give back through fertility) or kept in a family mausoleum.

Common Taboos

Lying is worse than murder. Being lucky is bound to get you bullied.

Ideals

Courtship Ideals

Courtship: long-term, extravagant displays of affection are encouraged
Marraige: monogamous, there is no concept of divorce

Relationship Ideals

Absolute fidelity, a reliable kind of love that can be counted on. Not flash-in-the-pan romance, or 'love at first sight'.

Major organizations

The Pyre

Encompassed species

• Halfling

Related Locations

• Shireville