Vestijan

Vestijans are the main ethnicity within Vestija. They are a fairly lax in comparison with the Luxcians. They value individuality and emotional expression. Vestijans are known for their wild parties and general fun loving attitudes. Most Vestijans are mages and can do magic, although the extent of power varies between individuals. Vestijans also worship Mija, the goddess of chaos.

Naming Traditions

Feminine names

Mija, Lucija, Gavielle

Masculine names

Argos, Samuel, Rayner

Other names

Most Vestijan names have an "a" somewhere in the name. "ija" at the ends of names are popular.

Culture

Major language groups and dialects

Vestijan

Shared customary codes and values

Individualism and self expression. The Vestijans value these things above all else.

Average technological level

There are basic modern conviences like electricity and AC. However, they haven't really begun to refine their tech yet, since practicing science is a recent phenomenom. It's still rather clunky and buggy.

Common Etiquette rules

Vestijans are known for their passion. Not returning a gesture of affection or ignoring it can be viewed as rude.

Common Dress code

There's not really a dress code, but most Vestijans dress in bright colors with some sort of pattern on their clothing.

Common Customs, traditions and rituals

Vestijans have a lot of festivals. They have four major ones, each to celebrate seasons and the change that comes with them. Normally ceremonies include lots of merrymaking and drinking.

Funerary and Memorial customs

Most funerals include a ceremony followed by a burning of the body.

Common Taboos

Speaking ill of Mija, marrying or befriending Luxcians

Common Myths and Legends

The myth of Mija is one that is kinda ingrained in their culture. They believe that the goddess of chaos created the world. Versions of the myth differ on what happened to her after her battle with Gaius, but the most popular version states that pieces of her was absorbed into humanity, giving them the capability for magic.

Ideals

Relationship Ideals

Unlike Luxcians, Vestijans marry for love. The ideal Vestijan relationship is one that is centered around deep friendship, love and trust.