Edosia

The Edosia make up most of Edos' population. They are a reserved people that follow strict social protocol and follow a complex, yet effective, bureaucracy. Perhaps the most peculiar aspect of Edosian culture is that an individual's occupation is, in part, determined by birth order.

Birth Placement
The Edosia adhere to a general placement of occupation dependent on birth order. Having more than five children is considered bad luck, as there are five Sorrows.

First Born: Agriculture, Aquaculture, Animal Husbandry (Jacna)

Second Born: Warrior (Edia)

Third Born: Healer, Surgeon, Apothecary (Ornos)

Fourth Born: Political Leader, Merchant (Pymes)

Fifth Born: Thinker, Philosopher, Artist, Naturalist (Umes)

As time has progressed, this tradition has become less strict, with those going against it causing only a minor stir among a community. Paperwork is available if one wishes to prove themselves more apt to another role. These individuals are sworn into their "reborn" role and give up their family name.

Physicality
Edosian skin tones range from light ebony to dark amber hue. They are taller in comparison to other races, often reaching six feet. The Edosia have common eye colors: blue, hazel, and brown; though yellow eyes are seen as the mark of a leader. The color is said to indicate some blood connection to ancient nobility.

Leadership
Being fourth-born, proving one's value to the State, and/or filing the correct paperwork can make any Edosian eligible for a position in a ruling council.

Religion
Generally, the Edosia accept the Sorrows as the Powers that Be. Though the common man will call upon all of the Sorrows in troubled times, only a small number devote their lives to Virtuism.