Kennochan
The people of Kennocha, these people are said to be the most beautiful in any world. They are peaceful and preach non-violence, but are extremely dangerous when crossed, leading to the old adage: "Never underestimate a Kennochan". Despite their pacifist ways and beauty, they can easily cause a great deal of harm. Their brand of magic is persuasion and glamour magic, allowing them to easily manipulate the uninformed.
Naming Traditions
Feminine names
Generally longer, end with a vowel. Most common: Victoria, Arianna, Kaelie, Melissa, Irista.
Masculine names
Usually end in a hard sound, fairly long. Most common: Christopher, Jakob, Michael, Daniel, Richard.
Unisex names
Similar to those in our world. Most common: Jaimie, Caleb, Kieran, Jesse, Roe.
Family names
Similar to those in Taliesin. Most common: Viera, Amalo, Crista, Mayn, Dorgo.
Culture
Major language groups and dialects
Kennochan is main language. Some in the north speak a blend of Kennochan and Taliesinian.
Culture and cultural heritage
Celebrate love: occasions like weddings are a big deal. Have a day of mourning whenever war is declared, before the fighting begins, to mourn the loss of peace.
Shared customary codes and values
Never use their power to hurt others. Value peaceful resolution rather than violence. Conversation in tense situations is considered key.
Average technological level
Fairly high. Import all tech from Cadman or Taliesin. Many ordinary citizens reject technology, though it is used by the nobles and the army.
Common Etiquette rules
Never use your power to hurt someone else in anyway. Never use your power to manipulate someone into giving you things. Only manipulate those who deserve it. Glamours are only for spy missions, not for everyday life.
Common Dress code
Tend to wear bright colours with light fabrics.
Art & Architecture
Soaring white marble buildings. Brilliant abstract paintings. Sculptures in squares.
Common Customs, traditions and rituals
Mourning days before a war begins. A winter and summer festival each year. Daily markets. Extravagant weddings.
Birth & Baptismal Rites
A newborn is wrapped in a thin blanket passed down through the family and carried through the home, to show it where it will live. Also happens if older children are adopted into a new family, without the carrying.
Coming of Age Rites
At sixteen, gain permission to use glamours outside of their training. A grand party is held.
Funerary and Memorial customs
Embalm their dead. Have family graveyards where they are placed. Hold a small gathering, just close family and friends, to honour the deceased. Queens lie in state for thirteen days before being buried.
Common Taboos
Using your power to harm or manipulate someone in a negative way. Insulting someone's appearance. Breaking the peace.
Common Myths and Legends
The Legend of the Firebird. The tale of Princess Alesandra.
Historical figures
Queen Deirdre, Princess Alesandra, Princess Alana, Markus Viera, Christopher Viera
Ideals
Beauty Ideals
Have a wide definition of beauty. Preach the idea that everyone is beautiful in some way.
Gender Ideals
Matriarchal society, so daughters are preferred as heirs. Sons can inherit, but this is not common.
Courtship Ideals
No real preference.
Relationship Ideals
Prefer love in a relationship. Do not believe in marrying for political power.
Major organizations
The kingdom of Kennocha
Encompassed species
Related Organizations
Related Myths
Languages spoken
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