Thyrian
Thyrians are the elven inhabitants of Morenthyr. Having a long history on the continent, Thyrian cultural practices are widespread, with many humans following similar traditions due to centuries of exposure.
Naming Traditions
Feminine names
Adrie, Althaea, Anastrianna, Andraste, Antinua, Bethrynna, Birel, Caelynn, Drusilia, Enna, Felosial, Ielenia, Jelenneth, Keyleth, Leshanna, Lia, Meriele, Mialee, Naivara, Quelenna, Quillathe, Sariel, Shanairra, Shava, Silaqui, Theirastra, Thia, Vadania, Valanthe, Xanaphia
Masculine names
Adran, Aelar, Aramil, Arannis, Aust, Beiro, Berrian, Carric, Enialis, Erdan, Erevan, Galinndan, Hadarai, Heian, Himo, Immeral, Ivellios, Laucian, Mindartis, Paelias, Peren, Quarion, Riardon, Rolen, Soveliss, Thamior, Tharivol, Theren, Varis
Family names
Amakiir, Amastacia, Galanodel, Holimion, Ilphelkiir, Liadon, Meliamne, Nai'lo, Siannodel, Xiloscient
Culture
Major language groups and dialects
Shared customary codes and values
Thyrian society is highly stratified, with elves being split among the Ordo Altum and the Ordo Laurum. Below the Ordo Laurum are the non-elven inhabitants of Morenthyr.
Ordo Altum
The Ordo Altum make up the ruling elites of Morenthyr. The elven aristocracy makes up about 10% of the elven population but control much of the Empire's resources. Members of the Ordo Altum are largely restorationists, pushing to restore elven supremacy on the continent and fighting most attempts at reform.Ordo Laurum
The Ordo Laurum consists of most elves in Morenthyr. The laborers, farmers, and craftsmen of the Empire are all considered part of this caste. Many are modernists, trying to establish a future for elves to work alongside the humans and gnomes of the north. The Emperor-Regent and many of the new bureaucracy who now control the Thyrian Empire are members of the Ordo Laurum and are in conflict with the pre-revolt aristocracy. Halflings loyal to Morenthyr during the Great Revolt were given the same rights as the Ordo Laurum in 1386.Non-Elves
Non-elven minorities are found throughout Morenthyr but are more heavily concentrated in the east. Significant populations of humans and halflings live within Morenthyr. Their treatment varies greatly depending on where they are located. In Thal'Narius, humans and halflings live nearly integrated with elves, with detractors calling them HINOs (humans/halflings-in-name-only). This contrasts with western settlements, where non-elves continue to be discriminated against and are heavily looked down upon. In more progressive areas, some humans and halflings have started to consider themselves truly Thyrian.Ideals
Gender Ideals
Thyrians have an egalitarian society with all positions being equally available to both male and female elves. Due to their belief in reincarnation, Thyrians see gender as a minor detail which only alters physical appearance.
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