Zardosski
Zardosski usually describes human inhabitants of the upmost regions of Northern Lamera. Zardosski have the lightest skin tone of the human ethnicities of Vuria. Eye color is pale blue or violet, sometimes deep blue or grey. Their hair is wiry, often curly, with colours such as platinum blonde, red, and light auburn being most common. Zardosski tend to be rather tall and hardy, with narrow, sharp facial features.
Naming Traditions
Feminine names
Vesna, Zorana, Lana, Velinka, Cedna, Mila
Masculine names
Jasen, Ratimir, Lubos, Sambor, Lech, Kresnik, Cedomir
Unisex names
Borna, Alec, Sasha, Valya
Family names
Kullak, Bakal, Korbel, Vilensky, Vaida, Kovac, Malik
Culture
Shared customary codes and values
Zardosski are known to be opinionated and emotional, especially in interactions with friends and family. Life in the northern reaches of Lamera can be harsh and the Zardosski take a great deal of pride in their perseverance to these difficult climes. There is an underlying vein of human superiority that runs through Zardosski culture.
Common Etiquette rules
Zardosski tend to stand close to one another and speak softly. They touch often when talking and see this casual contact as a sign of friendship.
Art & Architecture
Zardosski architecture is primarily wooden structures built with large heavy beams upon a low foundation of stones. Very few buildings are constructed with stone and are usually only in larger towns or cities; and these are rare.
Common Taboos
Interracial relationships are generally frowned upon, but these relationships producing children is often met with social ostracization.
Ideals
Beauty Ideals
Zardosski beauty standards favor women who are tall with blonde hair and a thin figure. Men are expected to be tall, powerfully built, and have a well-groomed, cropped beard.
Gender Ideals
Zardosski typically have rather strict gender roles enforced by a patriarchal society.
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