Oerdian (Greyhawk)

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The dominant race of the Flaness, the Oerdians are very accepting and open as a culture, which has let them assimilate large groups of Flan and Suel. As a result, there are today few "pure" Oerdians. Oerdian identity is cultural, not racial.

Real-world Models

French and german.

Cultural Traits

Oerdians lack the strong vices and virtues of other people; a worldly, earhy culture less concearned with high ideals. Good or evil, Oerdians generally look to results rather than ideals.

Accepting, Loyal, Warlike, Worldly, Practical.

Practices

Prostitution, Sex outside culture/race.

Taboos

Incest, Nudity, Transvestism.

Family

Monogamous. Liaisons tolerated. Lineage is by social standing; children inherit the name and identity of the most prominent parent.