Caivian Day-to-Day Life

## Clothing

Caivians take pride in their simplistic clothing styles with neutral colors worn by the men and pastel shades worn by the women. The women in the royal family wear silken dresses with exquisite embroidery and elegant brooches, whereas the men prefer overcoats and button down shirts. Slightly muted versions of the same are worn by the masses. Ivory, royal blue and light brown are common colors worn by Caivians.

## Housing

Caivia is known to have distinct architectural styles. While the major cities are a mix of iconic modern architecture with skyscrapers and Revivalism, the smaller hamlets and towns are contrasting in nature, with more vernacular styles that make use of natural timber. Each dwelling in Caivia has a symbolic sword shaped door knocker at the front door, that represents the tradition of being protected by its King.

## Health

Caivia is home to some of the best medical care in Atemnity. There are three major hospitals in the Kingdom, with smaller clinics based in several cities. Health is free upto 25 years of age for all citizens of Caivia, magical or otherwise. All forms of businesses require a health certificate from its employees in Caivia before the commencement of jobs. Health check-ups are a prerequisite for foreigners working here at Caivia.

## Diet / Cuisine

The bakers of Caivia are well respected for their speciality called *Caivoriat*, a type of bread pudding that has infused saffron and raisins in it. The Caivoriat is a special dessert that is considered a must to be presented to one’s guests as a token of welcome to our lands. Other than that, Caivians are widely believed to be omnivores.

## Communications and Identity

Caivians make use of inter-portals when traveling between the various cities, however, these portals are regulated by the **Chambers of Travel**.

### Caivian Totemic Mark

Caivians can be generally identified by a **totemic mark** on their skin. A Totemic Mark is an identifying feature of Caivian nationalities that is seared upon birth on their dominant wrist. It comes in the shape of an ouroboros dragon. The mark is indispensable and cannot be removed. Death is the only instant when the mark fades naturally. Forcible removal of mark can lead to diminishing life spans.

#### Forced Mark Removal

Should the mark be forcibly removed, there is once way to prevent the death of the person in question, however it must be enacted quickly. A spechially crafted and enchanted to maintain life leather band with the same Ourosboros dragon imprinted in the leather must be created and placed upon the appropriate wrist. Those who do have the mark forcibly removed lose the ability to contact other Caivian's through this mark.

*Mechanically this mark give the Caivian:*

* *Advantage of Charisma Checks when dealing with Dragons*
* *The ability to use the Sending Spell **to other Caivians only***

It is believed that the reason the Totemic Mark even existsis because of the nature of Caivia itself, because of the strange affinity the lands have for not one breed of dragon, but multiple. But not only that, though many breeds of dragon have settled in lands far away it is believed that Caivia is where dragons originated from on Atemnity. It is believed that because of this knowledge that creatures other than dragons (or dragonborn) who call Caivia home began to develop a supernatural attachment to dragons - a deep, magical bond.

Now, creatures upon Atemnity already live a much longer and extended life then the history of other prime material worlds tells us (humans included) - Dragons obviously live for hundreds of year longer then other worlds even. Because of this strange, magical bond, those non-dragon creatures that made Caivia their home began to notice a significantly decreased lifespan to all within the region. After much scientific and magical research they determined that something about this magical bond with dragons had intertwined with the essence and even livespan of other creatures with those of dragons. After much experimentation, it was determined that the life of those non-pure-draconic (so dragonborn as well) blood were having liveforce drained away at greater rate then those of other kingdoms. It was then determined that by imprinting (via magic and science) an image onto the personage of the creature in a permanent way this drain could be halted and Caivian's could live out their extended lives the same as the rest of Atemnity. The Ourosboros was chosen as the symbol to represent the bond because of its meaning as a symbol for the eternal cyclic renewal of life, death, rebirth. To have this mark focribly removed takes extreme force, soemthing that would completely disfigure the mark. Generally this mark can only be removed the way it was placed, with fire. It must be cokmpletely disfigured with magically enhanced fire and burnt off. This, of course, is incredibly painful and it is not uncommon for the victim to die of poth pain and the broken connection.

it is only through quick action and thinking that the creatures life can be saved. There is a lasting consequence however. Even with the special leather band worn forever by the victim, which will prevent death, the victim loses the ability to communicate via the mark (something that is a very magical and spiritual connection to a Caivian). He/She/They can still communicate with dragons and has the bond with them, although their lifespan is shortened considerably - basically to that of an avergae, non-caivian citizen of Atemnity. But that communication with fellow Caivian's is broken which can greatky endanger their ability to call for help. it is not uncommon for such citizens, particularly high-ranking ones to be assigned a Guardian Angel.

## Climate

The climate of Caivia can be classified as being mediterranean or subtropical dry whereby they have warm to hot, dry summers and mild , rainy winters. Closer to the coast of  Zynyn Ocean, the area is more moderate in terms of temperature, resulting in less contrast between the summer and winter temperatures.

## Language

Caivia is home to many dialects and was once a thriving nation of the ancient language **Cai Vian**, widely used to control the dragons in the lands. Historians believe the written form of the language to be on the verge of extinction, with only a handful of manuscripts being discovered some ten years ago. Dr. Montgomery Karsten, is the only living historian who has managed to translate some of the works but remains unknown due to his disappearance in 2006. Efforts are being made to locate him and bring him to safe grounds.

English is however, widely spoken in Caivia, along with Atemnition. The Royal Family is expected to be well versed in all languages to manage matters in Caivia and when meeting delegates.

## Arts, Culture, Science and Technology:

Caivians are proficient in scientific endeavors and are well noted for their accomplishments in technological advancements. William Sandford is credited to have been the first to develop portals between Caivian lands and other kingdoms. A statue in his remembrance now stands at the heart of Stratham city and is a well known tourist spot. Caivian culture is heavily based on science and less on magic, in fact, magic was and still is considered a taboo in major cities of the Kingdom. Caivian rulers were known to be ruthless when it came to the practice of magic, which was strictly prohibited in the 1940s up until the 1970s. Those found practicing the same were either banished from the lands, persecuted or killed depending on the region. By 1975, under the rule of King Nathaniel Platt, the laws and regulations regarding practice of magic were somewhat relaxed, which many proclaim was primarily due to his advisor possessing magical powers that he used to control administrative matters. By the 1990s however, use of magic was again heavily regulated and many sorcerers who enter Caivia often have to undergo trials before they can be let in.

While Southern Caivia under the rule of Dimitrius Platt still considers strict enforcement of no magic, Northern Caivia under the rule of Damianus Platt believes in co-existence. Many of the Caivian paintings and sculptures are representative of the struggle between the sorcerers and the non magical community. Symbolism plays an equally important part in Caivian culture, with most of the impactful historical events being symbolized in animal forms and iconography. The Great Panther and the Cowardly Snake is one story that is known to all Caivian children and in the harvesting months of September is showcased at a festival called “Patherorian Dance.”

## Music

Caivian music follows a mix of classical styles and ballads. The song, “Mistress of Paper” is a well known tune in the lands.

## National Symbol

The national symbol of Caivia is a dragon, one of its most revered creatures. The emblem is used both as a mark of Caivian heritage and as a talisman. It is rumored by many that a dragon resides in the cave of Caolán, noted for protecting the lands surrounding it. The dragon Razylym, bound by an oath, overlooks the protection of both regions of Caivia.

## Private Enterprises

Valios enterprises is the largest private enterprise in Caivia, covering over 30 per cent of the income.

## Religion

The majority of Caivians don’t have any religious affiliation, with only a handful of the population having beliefs in Animism and yet a few others leaning towards Alitruism. Caivian rulers however, believe in freedom of practicing religion, whichever it may be. Even so, the major cities each have their own burial grounds but due to stringent rules of magic versus non-magical in the two regions, burial system is regulated heavily.

## Sport and Recreation

The national sport of Caivia is Archery, however, the following sports are also prevalent in the kingdom:

* Colf - the ancestor of Golf (a sport for the nobles)
* Gameball - a simple football game.
* Hurling or Shinty - a similar game to hockey.
* Science Expeditions in Strathan city
* Dancing
* Equestrianism - Races are held annually

## Transport

Caivia makes use of inter portals and portals in general to transport within the Kingdom. However, travel between Kingdoms is also possible through land and water. At present, air travel (dragon riders) is strictly reserved for the Royal family. In times of war or strifes, Caivian portals are heavily regulated.

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