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The four castes - the Prakarna - are: | The four castes - the Prakarna - are: | ||
* ''' | * '''Darsvana:''' Scholars, educators, priests and medics. | ||
* '''Vala:''' The martial caste, including law enforcement and the military. | * '''Vala:''' The martial caste, including law enforcement and the military. | ||
* '''Kamagara:''' Farmers, builders, traders and craftsman. | * '''Kamagara:''' Farmers, builders, traders and craftsman. | ||
* '''Sainka:''' Performers, entertainers, artists and service providers. | * '''Sainka:''' Performers, entertainers, artists and service providers. | ||
The | The Darsvana and Vala share equivalent social status within Kubarey society; below them are the Kamagara, and below them are the Sainka. | ||
There is a final group of people, the Sunya, who have, for one reason or another, no status in society. This Prakarna consists of those disowned by their families, criminals and orphans, as well as those descended from them. Historically, it also included the mentally and physically disabled, however this practice ended several centuries ago with the introduction of an equal rights convention. | There is a final group of people, the Sunya, who have, for one reason or another, no status in society. This Prakarna consists of those disowned by their families, criminals and orphans, as well as those descended from them. Historically, it also included the mentally and physically disabled, however this practice ended several centuries ago with the introduction of an equal rights convention. | ||
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====Apparel==== | ====Apparel==== | ||
Kubarey of both genders favour robes. The styling of the robes varies over time due to the vagaries of fashion, and an individual's Prakarna often plays into their clothing choices. For example, Vala often favour split robes in shades of grey and black, with leggings or trousers underneath, cut above the ankle and involving ornamental armour plates. | Kubarey of both genders favour robes. The styling of the robes varies over time due to the vagaries of fashion, and an individual's Prakarna often plays into their clothing choices. For example, Vala often favour split robes in shades of grey and black, with leggings or trousers underneath, cut above the ankle and involving ornamental armour plates. Darsvana may choose longer, loser robes in sombre colours with subtle, decorative embroidery. Sainka might opt for bright, flowing robes with large prints, and the Kamagara wear practical robing in plain, earthen colours. | ||
Individuals of all castes frequently decorate their horns with precious metals, paints or fabrics. Jewellery is frequently worn by males and females. Body art, both permanent and temporary, is not uncommon, and many Vala paint or tattoo their faces. | Individuals of all castes frequently decorate their horns with precious metals, paints or fabrics. Jewellery is frequently worn by males and females. Body art, both permanent and temporary, is not uncommon, and many Vala paint or tattoo their faces. | ||
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* '''Vasresthi Satya:''' The head of the pantheon, and the creator of all. Vasresthi Satya embodies both male and female characteristics and birthed the universe through song, each star a footfall in an eternal dance. | * '''Vasresthi Satya:''' The head of the pantheon, and the creator of all. Vasresthi Satya embodies both male and female characteristics and birthed the universe through song, each star a footfall in an eternal dance. | ||
* '''Padaridavai:''' The first son of Vasresthi Satya, and the twin of Vahasamara. Handsome, intelligent and wise, he teaches and heals his brothers and sisters. The patron of the | * '''Padaridavai:''' The first son of Vasresthi Satya, and the twin of Vahasamara. Handsome, intelligent and wise, he teaches and heals his brothers and sisters. The patron of the Darsvana. | ||
* '''Vahasamara:''' The first daughter of Vasresthi Satya, and the twin of Padaridavai. Fierce and strong, she is the defender of Dhan'yannada - heaven. The patron of the Vala. | * '''Vahasamara:''' The first daughter of Vasresthi Satya, and the twin of Padaridavai. Fierce and strong, she is the defender of Dhan'yannada - heaven. The patron of the Vala. | ||
* '''Vosamajhana:''' The second son and third child of Vasresthi Satya. Practical and serious, he built the Nirvasi Devisvara - the home of the gods. He is the patron of the Kamagara. | * '''Vosamajhana:''' The second son and third child of Vasresthi Satya. Practical and serious, he built the Nirvasi Devisvara - the home of the gods. He is the patron of the Kamagara. | ||