Board Thread:Custom Lore Development/@comment-26535281-20170828014159

A fun post on lore culture that is a list of no's and yes's which should give everyone a better insight into Imperial culture first lets go with Taboos with some having explanations:

- Patricide is a big no no and also Matricide. Killing your parents is pretty bad, shipping them off into exile not so bad. Now siblings, free reign.

- Infanticide is also a big no no and the biggest being child sacrifice. Although abortions are also banned in most cases (save life saving abortion) unwanted children can and should be handed over to the state for monetary reward

- Suicide is generally seen as rather cowardly and thus why it is used/forced upon others as a punishment in defeat (generally within the realms of politics when killing them isn't enough)

- Regicide is a big no no killing one's leaders is seen as the most despicable act (save in a duel then it's okay). Those who commit this crime should be executed immediately

- Sentient Sacrifice and Cannibalism are really big no no's with races that commit such acts to be forcefully converted or exterminated

- coming into contact with the unclean, they being: those who clean others, those who eat foods deemed 'detestable', those who have 'the mark' or the 'witch's eye' alongside other superstitious beliefs, and finally those considered 'no people' touching you in a sensual way outside their line of work. If any of this happens one must ritually clean themselves at a temple of their choosing.

- Talking with others of different classes is still a taboo on some worlds (unless out of necessity) although some exceptions can be made and most worlds have gotten rid of this custom. This custom even on more strict worlds is thrown out the window in designated 'public areas' like bath houses and arenas.

- Talking out of place or talking back to a person of authority (save in dire need) is a big taboo at times punished with a laser whip

- Being excessively cruel to slaves and workers under your command is a taboo

- Desecrating a holy temple, statue, or item of worship is a big no no generally leading to a charge of heresy and death by fanatics

- Eating alone is seen as socially 'awkward' and generally frowned upon

Now for some social yes's or acceptable behavior/things to look for in people:

- One is expected to shower their guest with praise and friends with even more. This generally is lavish parties and banquets.

- Fat is seen as a sign of nobility meaning many nobles have a bit of weight, but obesity is seen as depravity and not very 'attractive' by Rin standards

- Keeping of old traditions is a big thing in Rin culture with many gods and rituals practiced even though the meaning has long been forgotten

- Gorging one's self full of food during a party is a sign of nobility and wealth

- Being generous with one's money is pretty much culturally expected and takes the from of games, parties, and gifts as well as hand outs to the poor.

- Having large social groups is highly sought after as well are many friends.

- Wealth is a huge thing in Rin society being wealthy is seen as the sign of the god's favor, grace, and personal achievement. People with wealth are not supposed to hoard it and instead live luxurious lives and pursue expensive hobbies as they go.

Now things Rin culture doesn't deal with or could care less are:

-Sexual practices

- Personal/Gender Identity

- Gods you worship (saved banned one's)

Now I hope this has been informative and given you some insight into the Rin mind. This is not even close to all Taboos and practices as I make more every day, but these are at least the big ones. 