Tryperian

The lower castes of intermingling peasants and slaves living within the lands of the Tryperian Empire are known collectively as the Tryperian Inferior, but are commonly referred to simple as "Tryperians." They include the gathered peoples of Trimyra who dwell withing Tryperian boarders as well as the mongrel race of the corrupted original Tryperian bloodline. The landrace breed of Tryperian is a race characterized by it's moderate characteristic. They carry a medium skin-tone, a middle stature, and the darker hair of the more dominate genes of their ancestors.

Naming Traditions

Feminine names

Leane, Zopora, Kedean, Quistha, Shan, Opora, Kezmara

Masculine names

Esto, Thir, Zildir, Mordam, Heskir, Banarus, Zirkov

Family names

Lower born Tryperians almost never possess a family name.

Culture

Major language groups and dialects

Tryperians speak Eperian Franca and use a different alphabet to that used by High Tryperians.

Culture and cultural heritage

The culture of the Tryperian is to serve the High Tryperians and the Empire itself. For thousands of years they have been educated to believe that the purpose of their existence is to serve as footstools of their betters. Even among freeman there is the mindset of the serf and slave. However as the High Tryperian race begins to degrade so too does their hold on the minds of the people. The successful uprisings in Bohria and Rebion however have done much to crack the veneer upon the illusion of divinity.

Shared customary codes and values

Tryperians share in their struggles. They value the ability to shoulder burns, both singularly, and as a collective. To suffer in silence and soldier on is to be virtuous.

Common Etiquette rules

Tryperians greet one another with a simple low salute level with the solar plexus. When greeting a High-Tryperian they also bow deeply, speaking only when spoken to.

Common Dress code

Tryperians wear warm, simple, coverings in drab colors.

Art & Architecture

Tryperians build in the style and direction of the High Tryperian masters. Their architecture is not their own and they follow the methods of the old ways. Their art does not appear to extend beyond the construction of meager primitive knick-knacks and personal toys. Specially trained artisans who trade in crafts High Tryperians feel to be beneath them however may be educated in more advanced artistic skills so they may better serve the aesthetic whims of their masters.

Funerary and Memorial customs

The funerals of Tyrperians are similar in manner to those of High-Tryperians. Their bodies are place within the same catacombs as those of their pure-blood betters so that they may continue to prop up their stations, even in death.