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The Aminindi Culture

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Organization

In this culture, power is determined by religious affiliation. Craftsmen are most highly regarded. Neither gender is dominant. Social mobility is only possible through joining a particular profession or guild.

Religion

This religion is monotheistic. Their community meets quarterly for ritual at sunset. Adherents unite at chapels for worship and to learn from a prophet.

Taboos

Not offering condolences to someone who has experienced a loss is against the will of the gods.

Talking about death is punishable by death.

Failing to ask for permission before taking a photo is taboo.

Questioning figures of authority is highly offensive.

Wearing revealing clothing is a violation of ancestral traditions.

Greetings

Formal situations require the lesser person to kneel. If the status difference is slight, it is only kneeling on one knee. If the status difference is great, the lesser person must prostrate themselves. In informal situations, simple nodding the head is acceptable.

Meals

Food is often eaten with the hands or special utensils, rather than with conventional cutlery.

Design

Minimalist designs are believed to have mystical or spiritual significance.

Music

Aminindi music has a cross-rhythm with a moderate beat. It is loud, with no harmony. It often has wandering melodies with a medium pitch in a D major key. Usually, it has a dark timbre.