Post by Aenwyn on Aug 7, 2024 17:06:09 GMT
SOCIETY
CITIZEN RANK —
In Newbridge, the citizens are separated by rank. There ranks are hereditary, but families' rank does change with time depending on their wealth and influence. This can rise and fall. The ranks are listed below in order of importance/wealth:
Royalty - The royal family.
Duke/duchess - Extended members of the royal family.
Nobility - Wealthy citizens.
Commoner - The lowest rank; poor, uneducated and insignificant people.
In Krolis, there is less of a ranking system. They relate to what you are in the Children of Utarr community.
Priest(ess) - The ruler of the city and head of the Priesthood.
War Priest(ess) - Leader of the 'military': a small group of rogue-like warriors with little official training.
War Child - A warrior in the Order. They fight very street-like and don't have a real combat strategy.
Eyes - The Eyes are in charge of reporting anything unusual they have seen. One person.
Ears - The Ears are in charge of listening around and bringing rumours to the Priest(ess). One person.
Child - Members of the Children of Utarr.
Heathen - Non-believers that for some reason still live in Krolis. They are shunned and live on the outsides of the city.
EDUCATION —
In Newbridge, children aged 10-15 attend school, organised by the royal family. At the age of 15, they can either join the military or continue their studies. At 18, they are free to start working.
In Krolis, there is no official education.
MARRIAGE—
In Newbridge, rank tends to marry rank, and the last name of the man is taken. Rank doesn't change when marrying another rank. Like in most medieval settings, arranged marriages are common. Homosexuality is deemed unnatural, but allowed.
In Krolis, people don't get married but are "partnered". It is a kind of wedding, led by the Priest(ess). Children of Utarr can get partnered, and here, it is mostly out of love. Arranged partnerships are rare. Homosexuality is common and accepted. Last names are kept, but children get their father's last name.
LIFE EXPECTANCY—
Newbridge: 65 years
Children of Utarr: 40-45 years