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Government

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	== Government ==		== Government ==
	The targai and gatai govern themselves in distinct ways that are nonetheless remarkably similar in some aspects. Both nomadic and city-dwelling peoples place great emphasis on notions of kinship, which is reflected significantly in how they choose their rulers. To both, the clan is the smallest and arguably most important group to which they owe their loyalty. Above that is the tribe, consisting of multiple clans joined together. It is not common for tribes to break apart or form, but it is not unusual either. Somewhat more ephemeral than the clans and tribes are the confederations. These are alliances of several ~~clans~~ who typically form as a result of shared interests, often as a matter of mutual protection, an arrangement that may persist for only a short time or for generations. Clans are usually ruled somewhat informally by patriarchs or matriarchs, tribes by monarchs, and confederations by consensus within each constituent tribe's king or queen.		The targai and gatai govern themselves in distinct ways that are nonetheless remarkably similar in some aspects. Both nomadic and city-dwelling peoples place great emphasis on notions of kinship, which is reflected significantly in how they choose their rulers. To both, the clan is the smallest and arguably most important group to which they owe their loyalty. Above that is the tribe, consisting of multiple clans joined together. It is not common for tribes to break apart or form, but it is not unusual either. Somewhat more ephemeral than the clans and tribes are the confederations. These are alliances of several tribes who typically form as a result of shared interests, often as a matter of mutual protection, an arrangement that may persist for only a short time or for generations. Clans are usually ruled somewhat informally by patriarchs or matriarchs, tribes by monarchs, and confederations by consensus within each constituent tribe's king or queen.

	Like their people, targai rulers never remain in one place for too long. Instead they hold itinerant courts, no less stately or grandiose than might be found elsewhere in the world, except that they could be found anywhere in the Aban Steppe as each nomadic king visits their subjects.		Like their people, targai rulers never remain in one place for too long. Instead they hold itinerant courts, no less stately or grandiose than might be found elsewhere in the world, except that they could be found anywhere in the Aban Steppe as each nomadic king visits their subjects.

Gronk: /* Traditions */

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Traditions

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	Most people of Abanir have strong beliefs in good and evil omens, and perform many rituals, rites, and smaller actions taken to avoid one and encourage the other. Offerings are frequently given to spirits of the land in order to seek their protection before making any sort of journey. These typically take the form of libations, drink or food poured for their consumption.		Most people of Abanir have strong beliefs in good and evil omens, and perform many rituals, rites, and smaller actions taken to avoid one and encourage the other. Offerings are frequently given to spirits of the land in order to seek their protection before making any sort of journey. These typically take the form of libations, drink or food poured for their consumption.

	Large gatherings in Abanir, especially those called by clan and tribal leaders, are often the occasion of great gift-giving. In fact, for their leaders this is seen as an important way to dispense aid to their people, demonstrate their strength, and prove their legitimacy. Gifts of food, horses, herd animals, fine clothes, magic items, and more are commonly dispensed to one's family, community, and close allies to show appreciation and ensure their support in the days to come. But not only one's friends can expect to receive something. It is typical to present rivals and foes with weapons and armor of good quality as an insult, in effect telling them they are not feared. Regardless of the intent ~~behind them~~, it is expected that one never turns down a gift.		Large gatherings in Abanir, especially those called by clan and tribal leaders, are often the occasion of great gift-giving. In fact, for their leaders this is seen as an important way to dispense aid to their people, demonstrate their strength, and prove their legitimacy. Gifts of food, horses, herd animals, fine clothes, magic items, and more are commonly dispensed to one's family, community, and close allies to show appreciation and ensure their support in the days to come. But not only one's friends can expect to receive something. It is typical to present rivals and foes with weapons and armor of good quality as an insult, in effect telling them they are not feared. Regardless of the intent, it is expected that one never turns down a gift.

	Amongst the targai in particular, ritual fasting followed by a hunt is commonly used to mark one's coming of age. Three weeks before reaching adulthood, the tribe's shamans are consulted as to what beast must be felled, after which a strict fast begins in which only water is allowed. Hungry and focused at the end of these weeks, the individual must then set out alone in their hunt using whatever methods they deem best. If successful, the meat they bring back is then prepared into a great feast, with the choice parts reserved for the hunter. Failing is seen as a negative reflection of one's character, but it is not insurmountable, as the next year they are afforded an opportunity once again. Regardless, lack of success in the hunt indicates one is still a child, no matter their age.		Amongst the targai in particular, ritual fasting followed by a hunt is commonly used to mark one's coming of age. Three weeks before reaching adulthood, the tribe's shamans are consulted as to what beast must be felled, after which a strict fast begins in which only water is allowed. Hungry and focused at the end of these weeks, the individual must then set out alone in their hunt using whatever methods they deem best. If successful, the meat they bring back is then prepared into a great feast, with the choice parts reserved for the hunter. Failing is seen as a negative reflection of one's character, but it is not insurmountable, as the next year they are afforded an opportunity once again. Regardless, lack of success in the hunt indicates one is still a child, no matter their age.

Gronk: /* Religion */

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Religion

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	Most peoples of the steppe worship the gods of the [[Abanir pantheon]], though prayers to [[Orcish pantheon\|Orcish]] and [[Elven pantheon\|Elven]] deities are common as well, especially amongst their respective ancestries. Veneration of gods often comes second to the worship of [[ancestor worship\|ancestor]] or [[animism\|nature spirits]], however, who are frequently of more direct concern to the Abaniri. As is typical with those that follow the Abanir pantheon, the Abaniri generally view religion as a matter of personal relationships with spirits and divinities, and therefore eschew great temples, of which there are few in the region.		Most peoples of the steppe worship the gods of the [[Abanir pantheon]], though prayers to [[Orcish pantheon\|Orcish]] and [[Elven pantheon\|Elven]] deities are common as well, especially amongst their respective ancestries. Veneration of gods often comes second to the worship of [[ancestor worship\|ancestor]] or [[animism\|nature spirits]], however, who are frequently of more direct concern to the Abaniri. As is typical with those that follow the Abanir pantheon, the Abaniri generally view religion as a matter of personal relationships with spirits and divinities, and therefore eschew great temples, of which there are few in the region.

	Considerably smaller religious movements in Abanir include the [[dead moon cults]], [[Pantaleon]] and outlying villages ~~that worship the [[Hellean pantheon]]~~, and the [[xuld]]-worship of the [[Xuldorai]].		Considerably smaller religious movements in Abanir include the [[dead moon cults]], the [[Hellean pantheon]] in [[Pantaleon]] and its outlying villages, and the [[xuld]]-worship of the [[Xuldorai]].

	=== Society ===		=== Society ===

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	== Demographics ==		== Demographics ==
	The inhabitants of Abanir are largely but not entirely [[human]]. Many [[orc\|orcs]] and half-orcs can be found amongst them, especially in the nomadic clans, while [[elf\|elves]] are not uncommon in the cities and their outlying villages. Kobolds, [[goblin\|goblins]], [[dwarf\|dwarves]], giants, and [[ratfolk]] are included in the population of the region as well.		The inhabitants of Abanir are largely but not entirely [[human]]. Many [[orc\|orcs]] and half-orcs can be found amongst them, especially in the nomadic clans, while [[elf\|elves]] are not uncommon in the cities and their outlying villages. [[kobold\|Kobolds]], [[goblin\|goblins]], [[dwarf\|dwarves]], giants, and [[ratfolk]] are included in the population of the region as well.

	== Culture==		== Culture==

Gronk: /* Religion */

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Religion

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	=== Religion ===		=== Religion ===
	Most peoples of the steppe worship the gods of the [[Abanir pantheon]], though ~~prayer~~ to [[Orcish pantheon\|Orcish]] and [[Elven pantheon\|Elven]] deities is common as well, especially amongst their respective ancestries. Veneration of gods often comes second to the worship of [[ancestor worship\|ancestor]] or [[animism\|nature spirits]], however, who are frequently of more direct concern to the Abaniri. As is typical with those that follow the Abanir pantheon, the Abaniri generally view religion as a matter of personal relationships with spirits and divinities, and therefore eschew great temples, of which there are few in the region.		Most peoples of the steppe worship the gods of the [[Abanir pantheon]], though prayers to [[Orcish pantheon\|Orcish]] and [[Elven pantheon\|Elven]] deities are common as well, especially amongst their respective ancestries. Veneration of gods often comes second to the worship of [[ancestor worship\|ancestor]] or [[animism\|nature spirits]], however, who are frequently of more direct concern to the Abaniri. As is typical with those that follow the Abanir pantheon, the Abaniri generally view religion as a matter of personal relationships with spirits and divinities, and therefore eschew great temples, of which there are few in the region.

	Considerably smaller religious movements in Abanir include the [[dead moon cults]], [[Pantaleon]] and outlying villages that worship the [[Hellean pantheon]], and the [[xuld]]-worship of the [[Xuldorai]].		Considerably smaller religious movements in Abanir include the [[dead moon cults]], [[Pantaleon]] and outlying villages that worship the [[Hellean pantheon]], and the [[xuld]]-worship of the [[Xuldorai]].

Gronk at 13:55, 24 September 2024

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	== Demographics ==		== Demographics ==
	The inhabitants of Abanir are largely but not entirely [[human]]. Many [[orc\|orcs]] and half-orcs can be found amongst them, especially in the nomadic clans, while [[elf\|elves]] are not uncommon in the cities and their outlying villages. Kobolds, [[goblin\|goblins]], [[dwarf\|dwarves]], giants, and ratfolk are included in the population of the region as well.		The inhabitants of Abanir are largely but not entirely [[human]]. Many [[orc\|orcs]] and half-orcs can be found amongst them, especially in the nomadic clans, while [[elf\|elves]] are not uncommon in the cities and their outlying villages. Kobolds, [[goblin\|goblins]], [[dwarf\|dwarves]], giants, and [[ratfolk]] are included in the population of the region as well.

	== Culture==		== Culture==

Gronk: /* Religion */

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Religion

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	=== Religion ===		=== Religion ===
	Most ~~people~~ of the steppe worship the gods of the [[Abanir pantheon]], though prayer to [[Orcish pantheon\|Orcish]] and [[Elven pantheon\|Elven]] deities is common as well, especially amongst their respective ancestries. Veneration of gods often comes second to the worship of [[ancestor worship\|ancestor]] or [[animism\|nature spirits]], however, who are frequently of more direct concern to the Abaniri. As is typical with those that follow the Abanir pantheon, the Abaniri generally view religion as a matter of personal relationships with spirits and divinities, and therefore eschew great temples, of which there are few in the region.		Most peoples of the steppe worship the gods of the [[Abanir pantheon]], though prayer to [[Orcish pantheon\|Orcish]] and [[Elven pantheon\|Elven]] deities is common as well, especially amongst their respective ancestries. Veneration of gods often comes second to the worship of [[ancestor worship\|ancestor]] or [[animism\|nature spirits]], however, who are frequently of more direct concern to the Abaniri. As is typical with those that follow the Abanir pantheon, the Abaniri generally view religion as a matter of personal relationships with spirits and divinities, and therefore eschew great temples, of which there are few in the region.

	Considerably smaller religious movements in Abanir include the [[dead moon cults]], [[Pantaleon]] and outlying villages that worship the [[Hellean pantheon]], and the [[xuld]]-worship of the [[Xuldorai]].		Considerably smaller religious movements in Abanir include the [[dead moon cults]], [[Pantaleon]] and outlying villages that worship the [[Hellean pantheon]], and the [[xuld]]-worship of the [[Xuldorai]].

Gronk: /* Government */

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Government

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	== Government ==		== Government ==
	The targai and gatai govern themselves in ways that are ~~both different and~~ remarkably similar. Both nomadic and city-dwelling peoples place great emphasis on notions of kinship, which is reflected significantly in how they choose their rulers. To both, the clan is the smallest and arguably most important group to which they owe their loyalty. Above that is the tribe, consisting of multiple clans joined together. It is not common for tribes to break apart or form, but it is not unusual either. Somewhat more ephemeral than the clans and tribes are the confederations. These are alliances of several clans who typically form as a result of shared interests, often as a matter of mutual protection, an arrangement that may persist for only a short time or for generations. Clans are usually ruled somewhat informally by patriarchs or matriarchs, tribes by monarchs, and confederations by consensus within each constituent tribe's king or queen.		The targai and gatai govern themselves in distinct ways that are nonetheless remarkably similar in some aspects. Both nomadic and city-dwelling peoples place great emphasis on notions of kinship, which is reflected significantly in how they choose their rulers. To both, the clan is the smallest and arguably most important group to which they owe their loyalty. Above that is the tribe, consisting of multiple clans joined together. It is not common for tribes to break apart or form, but it is not unusual either. Somewhat more ephemeral than the clans and tribes are the confederations. These are alliances of several clans who typically form as a result of shared interests, often as a matter of mutual protection, an arrangement that may persist for only a short time or for generations. Clans are usually ruled somewhat informally by patriarchs or matriarchs, tribes by monarchs, and confederations by consensus within each constituent tribe's king or queen.

	Like their people, targai rulers never remain in one place for too long. Instead they hold itinerant courts, no less stately or grandiose than might be found elsewhere in the world, except that they could be found anywhere in the Aban Steppe as each nomadic king visits their subjects.		Like their people, targai rulers never remain in one place for too long. Instead they hold itinerant courts, no less stately or grandiose than might be found elsewhere in the world, except that they could be found anywhere in the Aban Steppe as each nomadic king visits their subjects.

Gronk at 20:52, 28 April 2024

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	Over the centuries the targai have bred their horses to be fast and hardy, well adapted to life on the open steppe. They train with their horses from a young age, as many spend significant parts of their lives on horseback, whether while on the road, hunting, or simply watching over their herds. Races, horseback archery competitions, and other sporting events are extremely popular, not only for entertainment but also as they present opportunities to gain prestige and fame for one's skills. These events bring together disparate tribes, even sometimes those in conflict with each other - any disputes are set aside during these inter-tribal gatherings to focus purely on sport.		Over the centuries the targai have bred their horses to be fast and hardy, well adapted to life on the open steppe. They train with their horses from a young age, as many spend significant parts of their lives on horseback, whether while on the road, hunting, or simply watching over their herds. Races, horseback archery competitions, and other sporting events are extremely popular, not only for entertainment but also as they present opportunities to gain prestige and fame for one's skills. These events bring together disparate tribes, even sometimes those in conflict with each other - any disputes are set aside during these inter-tribal gatherings to focus purely on sport.

	=== Clothing ===		=== Clothing and fashion ===
	Wool and leather are the materials of choice for Abaniri clothing. Garments worn in the summer months tend to be quite light, while those meant for winter are instead well-insulated, with many layers of material to protect against the frigid cold. Most clothing takes the form of simple tunics under long overcoats that protect from both the sun and the elements.		Wool and leather are the materials of choice for Abaniri clothing. Garments worn in the summer months tend to be quite light, while those meant for winter are instead well-insulated, with many layers of material to protect against the frigid cold. Most clothing takes the form of simple tunics under long overcoats that protect from both the sun and the elements.

Gronk at 00:30, 1 April 2024

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	\|demonym = Abaniri		\|demonym = Abaniri
	\|adjective = Abanir		\|adjective = Abanir
	\|languages = [[Targai (language)\|Targai]], [[Orcish]], Elven		\|languages = [[Targai (language)\|Targai]], [[Orcish]], [[Elven]]
	\|religions = [[Abanir pantheon]]; [[Orcish pantheon]]; [[Elven pantheon]]; [[shamanism]]		\|religions = [[Abanir pantheon]]; [[Orcish pantheon]]; [[Elven pantheon]]; [[shamanism]]
	}}		}}
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	=== Languages ===		=== Languages ===
	[[Targai (language)\|Targai]] is by far the most widely spoken language in Abanir. Ancestral tongues, particularly [[Orcish]] and Elven, can also be heard, but the use of other regional languages is uncommon. Many in the cities can speak [[Common]], important for engaging in trade with those crossing the steppe, but proficiency in the language is significantly less widespread amongst the nomadic targai.		[[Targai (language)\|Targai]] is by far the most widely spoken language in Abanir. Ancestral tongues, particularly [[Orcish]] and [[Elven]], can also be heard, but the use of other regional languages is uncommon. Many in the cities can speak [[Common]], important for engaging in trade with those crossing the steppe, but proficiency in the language is significantly less widespread amongst the nomadic targai.

	=== Art ===		=== Art ===