Post by Admin on Jan 1, 2015 19:13:29 GMT -5
Composed of diverse peoples, the culture is less a blending and more a cohesion of the varied peoples. The cities are very separate, each continuing the traditions and habits of their respective homelands, but in the ducal seat city, there is an understanding of tolerance and acceptance. The prevailing philosophy of Montenoire is 'live and let live.' Though some habits may raise brows, what is done in the communities is the business of those who reside within them.
In the west, the city is very feudal in nature, a small amount of nobles leading a larger population of labourers, artisans and merchants. They work hard, maintaining a strict order over the city and keeping largely to themselves. Of a far northern land in origin, the people in the west are honest as the day is long, but they are fiercely proud of their strength, their family units and their community. Openly embracing the religion of Montenoire, no community is complete without a church, which often serves as the social heart of the village or city as well as the centre of faith.
To the east, they are more cosmopolitan being formerly of Artonis, embracing a more pleasure-driven life thanks to the frequent visitors and flow of trade that occurs in their city. The most mixed of the population, they welcome any opportunity to celebrate with food, drink, song and carousing. The city is an entertainer's dream, with a tavern on most corners, street musicians, theatres and the like. There is no distinct cultural influence, though there are quadrants where the residents lean more heavily in a specific direction. It is not unusual to find several different holidays being celebrated across all the cultures on hand.
The South is primarily of Lintenese origin, a fiery-blooded people distrustful of strangers and deeply faithful. It is a region that rings with laughter and with shouts, where passion flows as readily as wine and only the strictly enforced laws keep blood in veins. Despite their tendencies towards quick, hot violence, the people of the South enjoy their celebrations of life - births, marriages, reaching the age of majority, a good harvest. Family is the heart of life to those in the South, and there is little they will not do to protect that heart.
In the North, life is calmer, given over to serene, sensible living due to their Treniatan roots. Excellent hunters and crafters, they are good, solid people who tend to the quieter and more private. Life is a matter to be taken seriously, and so are the flocks. They spread over the north and east, creating communities where the grazing remains good and they have trade routes to the cities. These people are subdued, respectful and stoic, not easily roused to anger, but they are formidable when they are riled. Hunting, sowing, harvesting and holidays are causes to gather and enjoy good company, good food and song; the people of the North are extremely musical. Their beauties are kept private, as are their celebrations, yet they welcome anyone who is willing to work alongside them.
The ducal seat is a thriving city under Remington influence, with a popular, large marketplace, a broad artisan district and the heart of the Island. The Church is based in the city, lending its influence to the highly social atmosphere to balance out hedonism with spiritual wisdom. In a city where wine flows as richly as water, prudence is not easily wielded, yet the priests strive diligently. Festivals are countered with religious or holy days, restoring a sense of sobriety enforced by the Grand Duke; work comes first, then the people may enjoy themselves is the prevailing concept. Despite that, order is rigidly enforced and with it, law is the highest order. No one wishes the Grand Duke's displeasure.
In the west, the city is very feudal in nature, a small amount of nobles leading a larger population of labourers, artisans and merchants. They work hard, maintaining a strict order over the city and keeping largely to themselves. Of a far northern land in origin, the people in the west are honest as the day is long, but they are fiercely proud of their strength, their family units and their community. Openly embracing the religion of Montenoire, no community is complete without a church, which often serves as the social heart of the village or city as well as the centre of faith.
To the east, they are more cosmopolitan being formerly of Artonis, embracing a more pleasure-driven life thanks to the frequent visitors and flow of trade that occurs in their city. The most mixed of the population, they welcome any opportunity to celebrate with food, drink, song and carousing. The city is an entertainer's dream, with a tavern on most corners, street musicians, theatres and the like. There is no distinct cultural influence, though there are quadrants where the residents lean more heavily in a specific direction. It is not unusual to find several different holidays being celebrated across all the cultures on hand.
The South is primarily of Lintenese origin, a fiery-blooded people distrustful of strangers and deeply faithful. It is a region that rings with laughter and with shouts, where passion flows as readily as wine and only the strictly enforced laws keep blood in veins. Despite their tendencies towards quick, hot violence, the people of the South enjoy their celebrations of life - births, marriages, reaching the age of majority, a good harvest. Family is the heart of life to those in the South, and there is little they will not do to protect that heart.
In the North, life is calmer, given over to serene, sensible living due to their Treniatan roots. Excellent hunters and crafters, they are good, solid people who tend to the quieter and more private. Life is a matter to be taken seriously, and so are the flocks. They spread over the north and east, creating communities where the grazing remains good and they have trade routes to the cities. These people are subdued, respectful and stoic, not easily roused to anger, but they are formidable when they are riled. Hunting, sowing, harvesting and holidays are causes to gather and enjoy good company, good food and song; the people of the North are extremely musical. Their beauties are kept private, as are their celebrations, yet they welcome anyone who is willing to work alongside them.
The ducal seat is a thriving city under Remington influence, with a popular, large marketplace, a broad artisan district and the heart of the Island. The Church is based in the city, lending its influence to the highly social atmosphere to balance out hedonism with spiritual wisdom. In a city where wine flows as richly as water, prudence is not easily wielded, yet the priests strive diligently. Festivals are countered with religious or holy days, restoring a sense of sobriety enforced by the Grand Duke; work comes first, then the people may enjoy themselves is the prevailing concept. Despite that, order is rigidly enforced and with it, law is the highest order. No one wishes the Grand Duke's displeasure.