Terran
"Earth is the cradle of Humanity. It's been ravaged by wars but it is there that the most original human stock survive. They tend to be proud of this, and view other planets as inhabited by mutants. The actual mutants are a step below in their minds. Terrans are the wealthiest humans, and their families are politically woven into the fabric of the PSC."
~Quazhe, Kheezer Humanologist.
Blessings of the Home Star
Human society has fractured, united, split, mixed, and shattered again. Every time it has come together under one banner, that banner flew over Earth or Luna. Even the poorest Terrans benefit from the relative wealth, health, and safety of their ancestors, and most of them either have deep pockets or live comfortably on the dole. They've been in charge of humanity so consistently that while the other planets might have separatist movements or independent streaks, the great unwashed don't even question why a Terran might be in charge of a situation. They also carry with them a sort of diplomatic protection. Police are reluctant to deal with the headache of arresting a Terran for petty crimes and criminals know that while they may victimize a local with relative impunity, Terran Homestar Intelligence looks dimly on anyone making a habit of hunting their charges.Old Revenue Streams
Terrans have a great deal of generational wealth, thanks to initiatives by previous Earth-centric empires, their lone resistance to the armies of Cozine-07, and the careful curation of Terran Homestar Intelligence. In human space, Terrans have a certain level of immunity from criminal organizations (it's not worth the destruction the THI would bring) as well as an established revenue stream that will ensure you won't miss a meal, even if it can't guarantee your comfort or affluence. Attached to every Terran is a bank account with an Independent Income worth 5 pts.Naming Traditions
Family names
Many of the old names and cultures of Old Earth have been blended and combined with the advent of space travel. People capable of traveling between planets easily can traverse their own planet in a few short hours. This has muddied the old borders and a Smith is almost as likely to appear in Beijing as a Kim is to appear in London.
Culture
Major language groups and dialects
The old accents have blended, but in the heart of their respective homes can still be heard.
Shared customary codes and values
Terran's main shared value is the firm belief that they are 'true' humans and regard others as mutations, not necessarily lesser but definitely not fully human. Terrans take it as a matter of course that their planet is the center of the human race and should be regarded as the most important human world. This can manifest in decidedly paternalistic tendencies.
Common Dress code
Terrans display a wide variety of traditional clothing and subcultures both traditional and fleeting, but the current style is the PSC's typical style of jumpsuit with jacket and boots.
Foods & Cuisine
Traditional Terran foods come from Old Earth, often blended and experimental. Sushimi gumbos, pineapple pizzas, kung pow breadsticks, and stir fried spaghetti are all popular foods.
Common Customs, traditions and rituals
Terran 'pride of place' is intrinsic to their culture.
Birth & Baptismal Rites
Terran cultures have largely kept their old birth traditions, with fads fleeting in and out of popularity on a regular basis.
Coming of Age Rites
A terran that turns 18 is sent to one of the major universities on Earth, or exchanged for a student on an offworld academy as a form of cultural outreach.
Funerary and Memorial customs
Cremated or buried, Terrans typically want to rejoin the soil that spawned the species.
Common Taboos
No Terran with any authority would ever put other worlds above Earth. Very few Terrans would find it even reasonable to do so.
Historical figures
Aurelius Frost, as all Speakers for Mankind, was a Terran.
Ideals
Beauty Ideals
Terran cultures have a lot of old baggage, and a variety of tastes when it comes to beauty. In general, traits that indicate virility, fertility, or good health are considered attractive.
Major organizations
Template- 14 pts
Advantages-10 pts
Old Revenue Stream 5 pts, Claim to Hospitality (THI) 5 pts,Disadvantages - 5 pts
Pacifism (Reluctant Killer) 5 pts,Quirks - 2 pts
Careful 1 pt, Responsive 1 pt, Proud 1 pt
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