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This page lists specific manners and customs for different Kingdoms. This page is a work in progress.

Anaxas

In Anaxas, men and women who don't know each other very well refer to each other as sir or madam; casual acquaintances often refer to each other by Mr./Ms. and their last name. Marriage is never assumed; for women, "Ms" is used in place of "Mrs." or "Miss," unless the person's marital status is common knowledge in the social group.

Bowing is common when approaching a friend, colleague, or even a stranger. Curtsying is something that "common" women do; galdori women bow. The deeper the bow, the more respect it shows, but galdori never get on their hands and knees to bow. Handshakes are only common among close friends (mostly men) and the Seventen, or anyone in the armed forces. (For humans, handshakes are more acceptable, but still uncommon.) It is common to remove dark glasses, reading spectacles and hats when speaking to another person.

Mugroba

Mugroba's cultural emphasis on honesty makes it very important to phrase everything in a non-offensive manner. To stave off the sometimes surprising effects of honest remarks, Mugrobi often lavish each other with poetic compliments and analogies. It is not unusual to have your beauty or intelligence commented on many times during the same conversation with a Mugrobi.

When meeting anyone new or seeing an acquaintance again, Mugrobi bow, a practice they instilled in the Anaxi many centuries ago. Family members and close friends are kissed, often on the mouth; this can surprise some who are not used to such a gesture. Some Mugrobi adopt the forehead kiss while abroad.

Because most Mugrobi people wear goggles as standard clothing, they do not see a problem with keeping them on while conversing. This can lead to unintended offense if they encounter an Anaxi with limited experience with Mugrobi customs. As a compromise, in the last century they have begun to mime the action of taking off their headgear and goggles when speaking to another person, usually by touching the goggles and their headgear with one or both hands. This is considered a sign of respect.

Hospitality is another extremely important trait in a Mugrobi. When entertaining guests, it is common to offer them a full meal as well as tea, liquor and a smoke of tobacco (or opium). Opening one's house to a stranger can be dangerous in Anaxas, but in Mugroba it is considered one of the ultimate taboos to betray someone while staying in their home (either by stealing something or hurting them in any way). Many Mugrobi unwittingly open themselves up to home invasion by keeping this custom alive in Anaxas.

Hox

In Hox, it is a cultural standard to show as little raw emotion as possible, especially in social situations. In contrast to Mugroba's warm and talkative population, Hoxians are by comparison extremely taciturn and may seem cold and aloof. However, this is usually just a way to show respect. If you displease a Hoxian, you are in for an insight into their emotional character, as they will not bother to restrain their emotions around you.

Many people in other kingdoms find Hoxians intimidating or difficult to get along with, regardless of race, because of a perceived lack of social graces. However, Hoxian people have subtle ways of showing emotion that many people do not pick up on. One way Hoxians show respect is by avoiding interrupting the person they are talking to, or feigning interest in certain topics of conversation. Hoxians will not meet the gaze of anyone they have not met yet, unless they have intentions (romantic, confrontational or otherwise) towards that person. This can be considered rude in other kingdoms, but it is a sign of respect in Hox.

Hoxians have a distinct bow that they use when greeting someone. The bow is performed by holding one's right hand up and inclining the head slightly. Although Anaxi people bow when they see almost anyone, Hoxians only bow for family, friends, superiors, or people they want to ingratiate themselves with.

Hesse

Hesseans are not considered the politest of people. They have many social customs and ways of interacting with each other, but their culture is relatively low on signs of respect and greeting. Hesseans are blunt, truthful and relatively lacking in the art of polite conversation; even high-ranking Hessean galdori are considered brusque by the Anaxi people. It is very difficult to get a compliment out of a Hessean, as they are not by nature tactful or given to high praise of anything. However, when a Hessean compliments you, they mean it.