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Nation name: Disciples of Veren
Race: Yaloni have fair skin with a slight yellowish gold hue and for the most part have typical features one might come to expect from an elf. Except that is when it comes to their height, with most averaging between five and five and a half feet. Whatever they may lack in terms of stature or physical prowess however, they make up for in their agility, and speed of not only movement, but also thinking.
Religion: The Yaloni exclusively worship a single deity, Veren, whom is typically represented as a lilac coloured snake in writing, idols, and similar works of artistry. Worship of the Snake God is typically led by priests whom bare visible markings upon much of their body, present from birth, and which resemble constriction marks. At times they are said to give off a purplish hue, evidence supposedly of recognition from Veren himself in moments of particular note.
Culture: The Yaloni value wisdom, discipline, and diligence above all else. Their often forest-located settlements are a hive of busy but organised activity during the day and for much of the week. Reserved in nature, they tend to speak few words and minimise social interaction while on duty. However, once the end of the week comes along and the day of religious celebration arrives, they tend to let down down their hoods and make up for any lost time, so to speak, when it comes to social and outwardly visible emotions...
Due to their traditionally rather insular nature the Yaloni place a great deal of emphasis on mastery of disciplines and crafts. Whilst not particularly numerous in terms of population, they tend to focus on quality over quantity and strongly encourage their young to learn both through oral and written knowledge, along with lived experience and apprenticeship with the intention being for each Yaloni to specialise in one role, and rely on the close-knit collective within their settlement to provide their other needs.
Outsiders in the lands of Yaloni lands are uncommon, and whilst they are certainly wary and cautious towards any unknown soul, they are not necessarily hostile. Indeed, they will often display a reasonable level of hospitality and generosity, barring any glaring uncouthness or disrespecting of their traditions or religion.
History: The Disciples have for many centuries been satisfied to keep to their existing communities and worship the Snake God in relative peace. However, the recently ordained High Prophet based in the capital of Tarveren, whom is said to bear glowing markings like none that have came before, has spoken of a need venture out into the world and gradually expand their knowledge of it and its many creatures.
Preferred colour: Lilac
