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The Qelmie Culture

Common Names

Organization

In this culture, power is determined by educational attainment. Warriors are most highly regarded. Neither gender is dominant. Social mobility is only possible for those who are part of a certain racial or ethnic group.

Religion

This religion reveres a particular animal or natural object as a spiritual emblem. Every Monday they gather for reflection, followed by fellowship. Join adherents at meeting halls for ritual sacrifice and fellowship with a community leader.

Taboos

Sitting in a higher chair than someone of higher status is seen as a threat to social order.

Touching someone's head is seen as sacrilegious.

Intermarrying with other cultures is against the will of the gods.

Greetings

Friends or family clasp hands in greeting. In formal situations, shaking hands is expected.

Meals

There are strict rules around who is allowed to eat with whom, based on social status or other factors.

Design

Squares and right angles are often customized to reflect personal tastes.

Music

Qelmie music has complex polyrhythm with a moderate beat. It is quiet, with simple harmony. It usually has simple melodies with a low pitch in a F Mixolydian key. Usually, it has a sharp-edged timbre.