Baklunish (Greyhawk)

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The Baklunish once had a great empire to the north-west, which was ruined by war with the ancient Suel. They remain a homogenous people, a distinction aided by their religion.

Real-World Models

Persians

Cultural Traits

Honor, Respect for Clan, Generosity, Piety, Respect for Wealth.

Wealth is honored and seen as a reward for a disciplined an pious life. A wealthy man is expected to donate to charity, but the poor are held in contempt.

Practices

Circumcision, Incest, Polygamy, Bride-price.

The baklunish do not practice incest per se, but their defintion is very narrow; while sibling marriage is illegal, nephews and cousings are free to marry. A common noble practice is for a younger brother to marry the daughter of an elder brother.

Taboos

Gender equality, Nudity, Pornography, Promiscuity.

Family

Polygamous, arranged marriages, patrilinear.