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Frequently Asked Questions | Selenid System | Species, Languages and Religions

Species

There are three sapient species in the Selenid System: Lyseans, Caedri and Humans. The first two come from Sorana, while the third comes from Vesta. In the past century all three species have established a permanent presence in space, building space stations, mining resources and founding colonies and research bases in other celestial bodies.

Lyseans
Highly hierarchical, with martial prowess and honour deemed paramount. Lysean society was long organised into a feudal state until recent centuries. Lyseans are prone to suspicion of outsiders and are heavily suspicious of humans. The position of the host is important; safety is guaranteed even in the presence of an enemy if either party is hosting the other. Starting violence while being hosted is incredibly frowned upon and could lead to exile or execution.

• Planet of origin: Sorana.

• Sub-species: Sovereigns, Regulars, Dreggs.

• Physical appearance: Reptilian.

• Lifespan: 300 years (Sovereigns), 110 years (Regulars), 60 years (Dreggs).

• Height: 214 cm (Sovereigns), 183 cm (Regulars), <165 cm (Dreggs).

• Sexual maturity: 75 years (Sovereigns), 30 (Regulars), 15 (Dreggs).

• Societal maturity: 50 years (Sovereigns), 20 (Regulars), 10 (Dreggs).

• Body modification: Tattoos, piercings and jewelry are common and can often be a sign of status. Body augmentation is poorly seen.


Caedri
Historically tribal and clan-based, Caedri have three sub-species, of which Males and Females are the only fertile one. Mechanics are skilled in technology and body augmentation, often gravitation towards leadership positions. Magi were formerly the leaders of tribal clans and remain fit for physical combat, though they tend to prefer solitary lives. Caedri are less prone to suspicion towards outsiders and enjoy the cultures and standards of other societies.

• Planet of origin: Sorana.

• Sub-species: Male/Female, Mechanic, Magi.

• Physical appearance: Lemur-like.

• Lifespan: 100 years.

• Height: 169 cm (Male/Female), 163 cm (Mechanic), 175 (Magi).

• Sexual maturity: 16 years.

• Societal maturity: 20 years.

• Body modification: Piercings are used by Males and Females. Mechanics are known for using technology to augment their bodies.


Humans
Long known as an aggressive and combative species, Humans ended their last global war with an egalitarian and peace-oriented spirit. While they live shorter lives than the Lyseans or Caedri, they compensated this by an eagerness to explore, always interested in knowing other cultures and sharing their own, though they can be aggressive when confronted with practices that they deem unacceptable even if they tolerate similar behaviours in certain countries within their planet.

• Planet of origin: Vesta.

• Sub-species: None.

• Physical appearance: Ape-like.

• Lifespan: 80 years.

• Height: 167 cm.

• Sexual maturity: 16 years.

• Societal maturity: 18 years.

• Body modification: Tattoos, piercings and jewelry are sometimes used as personal fashion. Body augmentation is not common.


Languages

Countries in Sorana and Vesta each have their unique sets of languages. The following table lists all the known languages in the Selenid System, along with their countries and planets of origin. If your country has a significant amount of people who speak one of the following languages, it is advised that you notify the country of origin.

Language	Country	Planet
Asceren (Ancient Greek)	Valess	Sorana
Djedit (Ancient Egyptian)	Valess	Sorana
Sartorian (Italian)	Sartoria	Vesta
Trevescan (Spanish)	Sartoria	Vesta
Latmeri (Catalan)	Sartoria	Vesta
Septiman (Hungarian)	Septima	Vesta

Religions

There is a variety of religions in both Sorana and Vesta, even if some countries are mostly irreligious. The following table lists both the major religions in both planets as well as some religions that, while smaller, are still historically relevant. If your country has a significant amount of people who adhere to any of the following religions, it is advised that you notify the country of origin.

Religion	Country	Planet
Serennite	Valessia	Sorana
Lateranism	Sartoria	Vesta
Sacuri Thought	Sartoria	Vesta
Naturalism	Sartoria	Vesta
Misterity	Sartoria	Vesta

Serennite

• Origin: 3581 BFC (1500 BCE), Adrasteia Valley.

• Founding Figure: The Ten.

• Holy Book: Decemvir.

• Basic Beliefs: The Ten were given visions by the Gods to help instruct others in the ways of the stars. The faithful are to spread the word and do the best they can in the world.


Lateranism

• Origin: 1694 BFC (387 CE), Regù.

• Founding Figure: Laterana (mythical), Mercè Tosell (historical).

• Holy Book: Scrolls of Laterana.

• Basic Beliefs: Laterana is the benevolent creator of everything. Humans are her stewards and have the duty to keep the peace and do good unto others.


Sacuri Thought

• Origin: 1467 BFC (614 CE), Verd Valley.

• Founding Figure: Sacur (mythical), Lluc Abelló (historical).

• Holy Book: Sixth Scroll of Laterana.

• Basic Beliefs: Sacur is the eternal enemy of Laterana. His followers seek to awaken him through ritual sacrifices and the systematic destruction of Laterana's creation.


Naturalism

• Origin: 118 BFC (1963 CE), Roca del Este.

• Founding Figure: Laura Ventresca.

• Holy Book: The Green Book.

• Basic Beliefs: There is no way to know if there is a creator. Humans are the stewards of the world and have the duty to keep its beauty.


Misterity

• Origin: 17 BFC (2064 CE), Suderia.

• Founding Figure: Mario Bentanolli.

• Holy Book: The Call of the Void.

• Basic Beliefs: There is a great unknown beyond the confines of the observable universe. Humans are hopelessly insignificant in the face of the great cosmos.