Hatching Day

Across the world, avani cultures celebrate the birth of their young in some fashion or another. One such culture is the Hindari, a population scattered throughout Jasani, Hindaros, and the surrounding regions. This industrious birdfolk observe the hatching day as a very simple affair; however, at certain ages and based on the achievements of the individual, the celebration can be much larger and more public.

Observance

How Hatching Day is observed in Hindari culture varies according to the age of the subject. Unless otherwise noted, on the average year hatching day is a very simple affair with very little fanfare.
Age 0 (Hatching Day): Except in the case of the extremely poor, a hatchling's birth is marked by performing a naming ritual (which, in Jasani and Hindaros, is required at some point in order for the name to appear in official records) and having a sorcerer cast a blessing (see Magic ) on them.
Age 3: In the third year of the child's life, the parents will hold a party with other family members to celebrate the kid's life so far. Part of the reasoning for celebrating this year in particular is somewhat morbid; due to infant mortality rates, too many Avani never make it to this date. The other reason for this age is that this is when public schools in Hindaros begin accepting students. The tradition has stuck even though in most other countries public schooling begins at two.
Age 8: The eighth year hatching day is marked in Hindari culture by the practice of baptism, in which the individual is submerged in water by an officiator. This is followed by an incantation by a licensed priest. It is unclear where this ritual originated. It is shared by a number of other cultures in west Alvana and some legends claim it was passed down from the First Pantheon.
Age 12: This year, the transition between elementary to secondary education in most civilizations and year by which most Avani physically mature, is marked with a major celebration themed around the individuals schooling achievements and the talents they've developed in that time. Wealthier families will often throw parties that attract hundreds (occasionally even thousands) of guests.The hosts are expected to provide ridiculous amounts of food and guests bring lavish gifts for the child.
Age 16: 16 is marked by another major party, usually with the stated goal of topping the first. It is usually a bank-breaking celebration that tests the socio-economic status of the family and used as a status symbol to flaunt how industrious they are. Often these are thrown using thousands in savings, take over entire city blocks, and are attended by thousands of complete strangers looking for an excuse to go nuts. These parties also have a tendency to devolve into borderline riots, but due to popular approval the governments of Hindari-dominant cities turn a blind eye to the temporary chaos.
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Alvana