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The Odaly Culture

Common Names

Male Names

Tanle
Doduk
Doduq
Benk
Dodub
Bilver
Qelge
Bredvif
Qirge
Whelver

Female Names

Opanga
Eethne
Iathne
Utama
Snifrangu
Shaneddi
Peduma
Utama
Mapli
Medli

Family Names

Pelletchest
Goldbiter
Jadesweeper
Sapphirechest
Wiresender
Coppermallet
Crystalsweeper
Wireseeder
Pellettrader
Copperweaver

Country Names

Uríria
Lulelia
Urária
Lutekkia
Rutokkia
Umeurudha
Toruria
Alória
Eneuludha
Loteccia

Town Names

Copperbarrow
Greyvalley
Steelmountain
Ironmountain
Bleakhold
Blue Peak
Dark Hold
Ironridge
Iron Valley
Deep Delve

Organization

In this culture, power is determined by military might. Landowners are most highly regarded. Women are dominant. Social mobility is only possible through joining a particular profession or guild.

Religion

This religion is polytheistic. Jonna is the Queen of the Gods. Their gatherings happen bi-weekly at the shrine and feature teaching, study, and food/drink. At meeting halls, faithful come together for sacrament led by a mystic.

Taboos

Not addressing someone by their proper title is seen as a form of blasphemy.

Failing to offer a drink to a visitor is shunned by society.

Intermarrying with other races is seen as a form of blasphemy.

Drinking alcohol alone is a grave sin.

Eating animals is very impolite.

Greetings

People bow with their right hand placed over their heart as a greeting. This is a sign of respect and acknowledgement of the other person’s importance.

Meals

Meals are served in large common vessels and each person is expected to serve themselves.

Design

Metallic accents are influenced by the latest fashion trends.

Music

Odaly music has a single rhythm with a fast beat. It is loud, with no harmony. It frequently has a chaotic melody with a low pitch in a G Lydian key. Usually, it has a tinkling timbre.