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The Latua

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The Latua are the new humanoid race that have developed on Earth. This race of humanoids evolved from Moths. As a result the Latua actually can see exceptionally well in the dark, while normal daylight will bother their eyes after long periods of exposure. As such they are mostly a nocturnal nation.  On a Latua's body they are born with markings that are unique to each Latua member. These markings cover their body head to toe including genital area's. Identical twins are the only ones that will have the same markings as each other, while Fraternal Twins will have similar but different markings. The Latua believe these markings identify the inner soul and personality of a being. The Latua also have microscopic scales that cover their skin that can flake off appearing to look like iridescent dust. It is theorized that these scales actually help protect them from the radiation that lingers on the planet after the ruination that was brought on by humans before them. It is not harmful to the Latua to shed these scales as it seems they do regrow quickly. The Latua also have a highly advanced brain function. This was evident when the humans first arrived, the nation at that point only spoke Latu (their native language). But just within a few days they had picked up the human languages just through observation and now the languages have become part of their society. The Latua also seem to have minor telepathy skills that develop as they physically mature. However this is not an immediate thing and needs to be thoroughly trained and practiced. Latua priests and priestesses seem to have a stronger connection to allow for telepathy, even allowing them to communicate telepathically with humans while other Latua are not able to do so. While they can speak to each other telepathically it is not possible for a Latua to hear thoughts that are not purposely transmitted out.

Moral Views

The Latua are a deeply spiritual and honor orientated people who tend to put duty to the well being of the tribe ahead of their own needs. If one does something purposely to harm the tribe or results in harm to the tribe, then they are viewed as not having honor and will be shunned or even exiled depending on how serious the act is.  If one is being shunned they can regain their favor and honor by accomplishing a great feat in benefit to the tribe.

Things like murdering a fellow tribe member, forcing oneself onto another sexually whether bonded or not, physically abusing ones partner or underlings, and killing of an infant either in the womb or already born are examples of some dishonorable acts but is not the full list.

Clothing

Due to the much warmer and humid climate of the planet. The Latua typically do not wear any clothing at all as they do not need it for warmth. There are some exceptions however. As the chieftain, the high priest/priestess, and members of their families will have special head gears that they wear. Another exception is hunters may wear a strap that helps hold their weapons such as knives, spears, bow and quiver, darts, and blow guns. 

Another exception is when Latua members go out to gather supplies they will wear a sash with folds that can be used to carry gathered materials. Mothers will also use similar sashes to hold their infant children as well.

For a few religious rites and ceremonies there are certain garments that must be worn by the participants. Such as in the Eternal Bonding ceremony, which is the Latua marriage ceremony, both partners wear headdresses specially crafted by their partner for the occasion. It is also common for partners to be wearing necklaces and bracelets during the bonding ceremony. There are other ceremonies like the Rite of Divine Duty, the Passing of Life Ceremony, and others that will have special garments or accessories during those occasions.

The last exception are necklaces, bracelets, and head pieces made from trophies of the hunt. Usually used to show one's achievements in hunting such as killing a dangerous animal and displaying its teeth, skull, or claws on one of these accessory pieces.

 

Sexuality, Genders and Eternal Bonding

The Latua only have 2 sexes and 2 genders which are one and the same Male and Female. To them the idea of more than 2 genders is illogical because there are only 2 biological sexes.

However they don't have distinct roles for each gender the only gender specific expectation is that females who bore a child will usually be the main care takers of that child till the child has been weaned off of it's mother's milk. After that point the child is the responsibility of both parents.

Besides that any gender can fill any role. Whether it  be chieftan, High Priest/Priestess, Priest/Priestess Healer, Hunter, Collector, Cook, Builder, Weaponsmaker, etc. 

Unlike a lot of tribes in human history the Latua openly accept homosexual couples and bonding's. As they understand that love can be shared between anyone whether or not they are either opposite in sex or the same. In fact one of their Goddesses is in a same sex bond with another goddess that they venerate. The only requirement on same sex bonds is one of the members be willing to reproduce with a willing member of the opposite sex in the Rite of Divine Duty. This act is obviously not done out of love but duty to produce offspring to keep the future of the tribe secured.  When a couple bonds a tattoo is put on their left wrist. The tattoos for bonded partners will match. The only way out of a bond is death of one of the partners. If a Latua widow or widower wants to remarry the new partner is given the same tattoo as the widow/widower bears. If both are a widow/widower than they are given a new secondary tattoo higher up on the fore-arm.

Spirituality and Superstitions

 The Latua similar to many tribal nations is a very spiritual nation. Having many rituals, beliefs, and superstitions. Religiously they have a polytheistic religion and a pantheon of gods which they fear and venerate. They believe that these gods helped create the world and helped in their creation as a nation. The Latua pay tribute to these gods by venerating idols or performing certain ceremonies that involve incense burning, offering of various grains or meat, and the singing of special prayers to these gods. They also believe that the gods have provided all living animals and plants that exist on earth. As such whenever they hunt they pray over the animal as it's life leaves it's body to show appreciation for it so as to not anger the gods.

The Latua also have several annual festivals to venerate the gods. These are tracked by the phases of the moon. and the alignment of the stars. These festivals are usually celebrated by the whole nation with exceptions of a few festivals being only for certain groups among the Latua.

The Kaelga is a fearsome name among the Latua. It is treated similar to a boogey man among the  tribes and for good reason. Kaelga are large venomous serpents that have preyed upon the Latua in their past. The Latua treat them akin to evil demons believing that even just the shed skin of a Kaelga can bring bad luck or misfortune on one. They also believe the Kaelga to be pure evil and to be enemies of their gods. They also believe the Kaelga to be intelligent enough to plot against the tribe, sabotage the tribe, and even ambush hunters. If a hunter kills a Kaelga the Kaelga's body is destroyed in whole or else they will recieve the wrath of the gods. It is also the only creature that has  a special prayer said over it upon kill, a prayer of tribute to the gods for slaying on of their enemies.

Geographic Locations

The Latua typically settle in areas with lots of cover, mostly forests, and along flowing bodies of water. These covered areas help protect them from the weather as well as normally being similar habitats to the animals they hunt. They also like flowing water as it can not only be  a good food source but it can be used for drinking water and they can use the water to bathe in as well to keep up hygiene. Latua typically try to avoid barren areas such as mountain tops or rocky valleys. Also they will tend to settle in areas that are distant from Kaelga den's.

 

[WIP: The information here is not finished more may be added later.]

Edited November 26, 2022 by Kitsuyumia