Len (LENN)

A len (plural: lena) is a traditional long lariat worn by an eisorcei himazé as an indicator of rank.
A len consists of a single long strand typically ten feet in length that is looped in half around the neck of the himaze, and either looped a second time or secured by a metal fastening, with the two tails falling either side of the crest along their backs. Colored beads represent the particular clutch they serve, while metal beads -- positioned at the throat -- indicate generation. (For example, eight metal beads would indicate a himaze is the eighth of their clutch.) A double-looped len is typically a sign of an older clutch, while a clasped len usually indicates a younger one.

Clutch Bead Colors

Jemati -- yellow and blue, heseta
Hiemra -- violet and white, ozé 
Hephase -- red and white, heseta
Tuth -- light green and dark green, heseta

Manufacturing process

Each len is made by the himaze-to-be with beads colored uniquely to each clutch (though the pattern is to individual preference), with metal beads in the middle portion indicating which generation of himaze the individual represents. As the len is buried with the himaze on death, a new one is made for the new himaze each time.

Significance

An important status symbol.

Item type

Clothing / Accessory

Rarity

Uncommon

Dimensions

10ft

Raw materials & Components

Thread or thin leather thong, colored glass or painted clay and metal beads, metal fastening.