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The Cölminö Culture

Common Names

Organization

In this culture, power is determined by a merit-based system. Merchants are most highly regarded. Women are dominant. Social mobility is only possible for those who are part of a certain racial or ethnic group.

Religion

This religion is shamanistic. Their gatherings happen quarterly at the chapel and feature prayer, food and drink, and food/drink. At mosques, faithful come together to seek guidance and wisdom from a shaman through ritual sacrifice.

Taboos

Failing to offer a seat to an elder or pregnant woman is seen as a threat to social order.

Eating with one's left hand is strictly forbidden.

Refusing a gift is shunned by society.

Failing to cover one's mouth while coughing or sneezing is considered a sign of madness.

Greetings

In casual situations like with friends, waving is a common greeting. Formal situations require slight bowing and recitation of a ritual greeting.

Meals

Certain dishes are believed to have specific health or medicinal benefits, and are consumed for this reason.

Design

Abstract shapes are often customized to reflect personal tastes.

Music

Cölminö music has a single rhythm with a fast beat. It is loud, with simple harmony. It often has a wandering melody with a low pitch in a C Mixolydian key. Usually, it has a sizzling timbre.