Tárhik

The Tárhik (pronounced /tɑɾhik/) are a human ethnolinguistic group residing in Abexilas, primarily in southern Rozakko'ra. Most Tárhik live within the Union of Amaliya, the only nation with a Tárhik population. While they are known to inhabit various environments, the Tárhik have historically lived in plains, savannas, and jungles. 
The Tárhik people speak various languages, but their native language, Tárhi, is typically used for communication.
== Appearance ==
Tárhik people have a range of appearances. They typically have skin with cool undertones and complexions that vary from dark brown to pale, depending on the region. Their natural hair color is often black, brown, or blonde, though it's not unusual for individuals to have orange or red hair. Hair texture ranges from wavy to straight, with some individuals having curly hair. The most distinct feature of the Tárhik is their eye color, which is usually orange, gold, or yellow, though some have been known to have red eyes.
== Culture ==
=== Clothing ===
They primarily wear garments in various shades of red and often incorporate gold accents. The typical attire includes baggy clothes that provide comfort and practicality in their native climates.
Men generally wear loose-fitting tunics paired with wide pants, while women often don flowing dresses. Both men and women accessorize with sashes and shawls that are embroidered with traditional patterns and motifs. These accessories serve as markers of social status and regional identity.
In more formal or ceremonial settings, the Tárhik attire becomes more elaborate. Richly dyed fabrics, typically in deeper reds and adorned with gold thread, with jewelry made from gold and semi-precious stones are commonly worn, with each piece carrying cultural significance and often being passed down through generations.
Everyday clothing, while simpler, still exerts a rich or expensive design. Bright, warm shades dominate their daily wear, and even the most practical garments often feature some sort of decorative pattern.
=== Religion ===
Main article: Eshosism
The Tárhik have diverse religious beliefs. Some are non-religious, and as they coexist with various other cultures, many choose to follow different faiths. However, a significant number adhere to the religion of Eshosism, which is deeply rooted in their culture.
=== Wedding ceremony ===
It is customary for the bride and groom to create separate contracts outlining their obligations to each other in marriage. These contracts typically guarantee provisions such as food, clothing, and shelter, but it's up to the couple to specify their responsibilities. Once the contracts are prepared, they should be read and agreed upon by the opposite party. After the reading and agreement, it is common to place two candles next to a river to symbolize the unbreakable relationship they have established.
=== Funeral ceremony ===
Due to the influence of Eshosism, traditional customs dictate that the body be cremated, the remaining bones washed, and then buried. This ceremony is believed to free the soul from evil spirits. However, due to outside cultural influences, cremation or burial may be chosen instead. 
=== Naming conventions ===
It is traditional for a child to be given a first name by the parents. However, when it comes to last names, there are typically two: the first being the father’s first last name, and the second being the mother’s first last name. For example, if the father is named Adler Finley Hawk and the mother is named Elizabeth Monroe Windsor, and the child’s first name is John, the child’s full name would be John Finley Monroe. 
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Category:Abexilas
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