Askerian

feminine names typically will end in the suffix "ia" or "anna" or other similar veins. the ending of their name can vary depending on the area and some regions have unique ones to that area. some places will also instead treat this suffix as more of a middle name rather than a suffix.    it is also of note that some families or individuals may break the gender ties to these suffixes either to stand out, personal prefference, or some take on the suffix of a parent or loved one who died as a way to share respect to them.   each suffix holds special meanings to their language and it stems from their older dialect Old Askerian   the following are a list of common suffixes in the Askerian tongue:   "-a" - daughter of   "-Anna" - graceful/ favored by the gods/   "-Ia" - home/protected one/ protector   "-Ina" - little one/ gentle one/ flower

Masculine names typically will end in the suffix "son" or "dren" or other similar veins. the ending of their name can vary depending on the area and some regions have unique ones to that area. some places will also instead treat this suffix as more of a middle name rather than a suffix. each suffix holds special meanings to their language and it stems from their older dialect Old Askerian   it is also of note that some families or individuals may break the gender ties to these suffixes either to stand out, personal prefference, or some take on the suffix of a parent or loved one who died as a way to share respect to them.   the following are a list of common suffixes in the Askerian tongue:   "-son" - son of   "-en" - warrior/hero/mighty   "-ty" - kind/generous   "-er" - wander/ seeker

Gender neutral names are not as commonly given to children of the askerian populus at birth, however, children of the temple or any who become an Ikkmere will be given or adopt a name either of a past ikkemere, or adjusting there name to have suffixes such as "-yn" or "-u" or other similar veins. the ending of their name can vary depending on the area and some regions have unique ones to that area. some places will also instead treat this suffix as more of a middle name rather than a suffix. each suffix holds special meanings to their language and it stems from their older dialect Old Askerian   it is also of note that some families or individuals may break the gender ties to these suffixes either to stand out, personal prefference, or some take on the suffix of a parent or loved one who died as a way to share respect to them.   the following are a list of common suffixes in the Askerian tongue:   "-u" - unbound/ peace   "-yn" - free/like the spirits   "-ix" - truth/ light/ brilliance   "-yr" other than/ cracks mended   "-ikke" - no longer

based on professions or status from previous ancestors. you can find their last names to be anything from weaver, to sternsmith, to brightstone, or marrik.   these names are traditionally given to families who carry on a certain occupation which is passed down to their descendants. it is also not uncommon for wedded couples to take on the name of whoevers occupation is deemed more important/ valuable/taken on by them both (regardless of gender), or if they were to take on a new occupation, to make a new name together to refect that.

most Askerians are descended from Old askeria which is descended from an even older root berely remembered known as the Aesir.   the language spoken by most people in Mav'rok is Askerian which is a modern dialect based on Old askerian and its roots.   different areas are known for their distict dialects or accents many of which developed largely due to the fall of the the old askerian empire several hundred years ago although it is likely many of these dialects existed in lesser forms before the fall.    some examples of the various accents are the Knookian accent (notibly irish, mix of limmerik and cork), new askerian (notibly more nordic sounding mixed with scottish and cork if it were lower), etc.   (most accents from Askeria are mixes of irish, scottish, nordic, and norwegian depending on the area.)

There are many forms of ettiquette in askerian society: Runner kids: many children whether homeless, poor or just in need of somethng to do will become what are called Runners. they are common in cities and towns where the population is more dense. essentially it is common to pay children to run errands for you such as retirieving or shareing news, delivering food or packages, or any other tasks that is asked of them. as a child it is rude to refuse if someone asks you to run something for them. however it is also rude to ask a child who is with their family to run for you, so typically it is only when a child walks on their own that they might be asked.   Hospitality: in Askerian culture, it is commonly accepted that if you ask of someones house for hospitality, they are obliged to accept. it is becoause of this that many homes have guest rooms for travelers which are either placed outside the main house (in larger homes) or at least near the entrance. it is rude to steal from a host's home and likely will get you arrested if caught doing so. hosts are also obliged to share their meals with you, but it is also rude for you to take too much of your hosts food. in some places it is even expected of the guest to bring an offering to their host such as providing food of their own to the host, or other goods like trade goods or even money. in more populated areas it is not uncommon for cities to have Inns for travelers to stay, but even still hospitality is common practice.   Reguard and Respect to the Spirits: it is taboo to deliberatly provoke spirits, and it is common practice to leave offerings to the Vae whenever possible. most leave it to a monthly offering left on the outside of their window sill. spirits are reguarded as somethingto be respected but also feared. the Vae are considered minor gods to them and are typically neutral but thought to be too mischievious to be dealt with. many Askr will carry iron talismans on them to protect them from Vae charms and will place pretective measures around their homes to keep ill willed spirits away. it is also not uncommon however for some to specifically accomodate certain spirits as a sort of simbiotic relationship like for example a farmer deliberatly building his farm to accomodate some nature spirits who then in return would bless or protect his fields.   elders and ancestors: fgfgfg

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