Valhynian

Origin
Rooted in tradition, ancient customs, and survivors of the Albian Invasions on their once-believed immortal Principalities, the Valhynians are constantly synonymous with struggle and sacrifice. Where the Styrians reclaimed their homeland and established themselves, the Valhynians witnessed their entire society collapse except for one meager state representing their people as a defiant bastion against the nomadic hordes.

The nobility within Valhynian society are to give absolute loyalty to the Grand Prince, a Valhynian version of "King". It is believed in Valhynian society that "God is the King of all men, and the Princes of the land must be his sheriffs.". This religious devotion was collected with the extensive looting done to the Myzaeans during the 2nd Century. These nobles combine their customs with Lakonic and thus the extensive similarities. Beyond clothing, and religion, the Valhynians pride themselves of unshakable honor. This honor extends itself into warfare where many refuse to exploit enemy weaknesses.

The peasantry of Valhynian society rarely escape the towns they are born in. Normally during marriage an Valhynian township will participate in the construction of a new home to invite a newly formed family into the clique. These acts of kindness are tender and deeply rooted in Valhynian society and hospitality. Though constantly under the threat of war, Valhynians cherish what happiness is given to them.

Valhynian history exuberates happiness and contentness. Those whom are literate normally shelter themselves with wanderlust of what was, and collapse in depression of what is. Poetry regarding death and the acceptance that what had become of their principalities was punishment of their sin. However with poetry regarding death and punishment so heavily, much of it teaches about harsh resolve and overcoming great obstacles. Valhynians wield the most proficient chroniclers throughout Edafos writing riveting stories laced within the historical truth.

After the countless raids done to the rich lands of Myzaea the Valhynians returned with baubles and trinkets, alongside subtle cultural changes such as appearances, and names. The most common Valhynian names are; Alexei, Dimitri, Vasily, Mikhail, and Ivan for boys. Ivana, Belka, Alla, Katerina, and Mara for girls. Normally for naming conventions within Valhynian society, the "c" will occasionally be dropped, or combined with "h" to create a hard "k" sound as a substitute from the letter "k".