New Colchis: People and Culture

New Colchis is a world dominated by a single belief system - the Wheel of Life. The tenets of this unusual religion affect every aspect of custom and law. Many off-worlders find aspects of New Colchis culture strange, confusing or even offensive. It is best for visitors to find out about local customs and taboos before travelling, as Wheelies can be most unwelcoming to ignorant strangers.

1. Background and Appearance

The colonists who arrived from Colchis in AD 5228 were united by their common…

2. Beliefs

“Wheelies” believe that all life exists in a cycle of birth and…

3. Society

Colchian society is divided into a loose class system. At the apex are the…

4. Customs and Laws

New Colchians’ thinking is dominated by their common belief in the Wheel…

5. Festivals: The New Colchis Year

The Wheel of Life is celebrated by a series of festivals spread equally around…

6. Abroad: How do they behave away from home?

Since the rest of the Universe is generally inhabited by sorcerers and slaves…

7. Stereotypes

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