Aurora-Folks
When the Elves happened upon the Silken Tree, their society was fractured into two factions: those who saw this marvel of nature as a sign of the Gods, and claimed it was there that their nomadic people should once and for all settle, and those who refused to sedenterize, claiming that their way of life had always been nomadic, and that it was destined to remain as such. As tensions rose by the week, it became increasingly clear that they would not find a middle ground to this conflict. Over half the tribe decided to remain at this curious spot in the middle of the Ichor Desert, while the rest continued along their way. With the years, resentment and bitterness festered between the two groups, at which point any nomadic elves found passing through new settled lands would be hunted for sports, and their heads displayed at every door. With their numbers dropping and the harsh conditions of the land, the remaining nomads decided to make for the eastern jungle, far from their ancestral lands. Centuries later, these people are now known as Aurora-folk, the Elves that have the Moonlit Jungles their home... and hunting grounds.
Aurora-folks are deeply xenophobic, and have little to no trust towards strangers and travelers. Semi-nomadic, they trek through the jungles, stopping at temporary settlements they have constructed over the centuries. Though little is known about them, they are generally thought to be both fearsome warriors and wise faes living in harmony with the dangerous nature of the Moonlit Jungles.
Aurora-folks are deeply xenophobic, and have little to no trust towards strangers and travelers. Semi-nomadic, they trek through the jungles, stopping at temporary settlements they have constructed over the centuries. Though little is known about them, they are generally thought to be both fearsome warriors and wise faes living in harmony with the dangerous nature of the Moonlit Jungles.
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Gender Ideals
A somewhat matriarchal culture, Aurora-folks see women as a symbol of strength, both physical and mystical. Younger women are generally warriors and hunters, while older women often take a more guiding role, transmitting their wisdom to younger generations. Their role is often more individualistic, expected to accomplish exploits or feats of strength in order to gain status.
Men are more often builders and gatherers, though groups of men can also form hunting or warring parties if the need arises. Contrary to women, men occupy a more communal role within society, their social worth determined by their ability to keep groups united and provide for their enclave.
Men are more often builders and gatherers, though groups of men can also form hunting or warring parties if the need arises. Contrary to women, men occupy a more communal role within society, their social worth determined by their ability to keep groups united and provide for their enclave.
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