The Neerians

The people of the Kingdom of Neer are well known for their distrust of foreigners and their incredible artistic craftsmanship that they put into all of their creations. For the Neerians, an object that has function but not beauty is something that should not be allowed to exist. From the simplest tool, to the most elaborate of buildings, beauty is the ultimate goal, and failure is something that brings shame on the craft person's family for generations. While Neerians are not trusting of outsiders, they are more than willing to sell their goods to those who can appreciate the finer things in life, and the twin cities of Chaconcand Gagaragz on the opposite banks of the Charunh River welcome many traders who purchase these incomparable works of art for sale across the rest of the world.

Naming Traditions

Feminine names

Hyuong | Vieup | Rasnik | Sonnleak | Sang Jin | Hyohyon In | Kagtbu | Reisami | Kirize | Nonte | Piuzhin | Redyu | Nover

Masculine names

Muunh | Choat | Phirkik | Phumrak | Tinjun Bok | Hyeon | Ghali | Egeld | Yokusai | Iekei | Bangko | Ruoyain | Pirmo | Bidas

Family names

The Neerians place the family name first, as each person represents their family as the greatest honor.
Typical family names are: Triap | Suye | Kher | Nhal | Kihun | Hochun | Kozuma | Fukushino | Hsai | Hu

Culture

Common Etiquette rules

The traditional greeting to someone is "May your Family be Honored", which is responded to with a nod of the head, and a repetition of the greeting in return.

Common Dress code

Clothing is to be well maintained and clean. When outside, hats are to be worn, but they, and shoes are to be removed when entering someone's home.  Shops and public spaces do not require the removal of hats and shoes, unless food is also served in that location. Woman of marriageable age, are to have shoulder length hair tied with a silk ribbon that matches their outfit. Children can have their hair loose. Married woman have their hair braided.

Ideals

Beauty Ideals

The Neerians, who love beauty in everything, also have very exacting standards in themselves. People are expected to be well-dressed and clean at all times. Hair is to be worn neatly and the countenance is to always be one of joy and attentiveness. Keeping up with the latest fashions and trends, is not as important as keeping things clean and well maintained.

Gender Ideals

Men are to be kind and considerate, but not to overlook any insults to the family's honor, except when coming from one of superior standing in the society. A Male Neerian must always be working to improve himself and thus the honor and standing of his family.
Women are raised to be respectful and caring, and to work to bring honor to their family. The ideal woman not only can raise a family and take care of the household, but also works to create beauty with everything that she does.

Major organizations

Kingdom of Neer