Bramfolk

Bramfolk are the inhabitants of the Kingdom of Bram.

Culture
The original inhabitants of Steed lived in a manner much similar other bloodfolk. They lived in tribes, each with their own set of rules, customs, practices, etc.

The inhabitants of today now live in towns, villages and cities, the largest of which is Trimell.

The ruler of the land is titled as the Master of Bram, and has full control of what happens and what doesn’t happen, though they are expected to follow the laws and rules of the kingdom. The title is past down to the eldest child, regardless of gender. The current ruler is Fredrik Tullen of House Tullen, from Rundem Castle.

The Native Tongue was the only language used on the island before assimilation with the Quentasans. Quentasi presides as the one and only language in the present.

Due to the lands terrain, most settlements are along the river and coast, with only a few villages being situated elsewhere. As farm able land is not abundant, great care and supervision is applied to the land there is.

Often referred to as Bramfolk, the people of the kingdom are regarded by most mainlanders as being strong and resilient. However, they are often also viewed as brutish and stern. They find enjoyment in conflict, often preferring to settle arguments with fists and swords rather than with words or coin. It is believed by many that not fighting is the greatest pain the bramfolk can feel.

The biggest export of Bram is iron, due to the vast iron mines in the kingdom. They export to both Steed and the Claw, importing crops, horses, ships and all related goods.

Spiritual & Religious Practices
The people of Steed worship the Slain Gods of Myra.

Diet
Most of the land on the island isn’t farm able, though the several areas of land that are farmed feed most of the population. These patches of land were created by the Quentasans of Mykael’s “mapping parties”, following their decision to become inhabitants and have been farmed for over a thousand years. Meat is consumed mostly by way of live stock and hunting. Fish is consumed significantly along the shore settlements.

Marriage
Similar to the kingdoms of the east, marriages amongst nobles is often arranged. Regardless of status, After a proposal is made, the bride and groom are brought before a Stone of Myra to beg the blessing of the Gods for their marriage.

Bastards of Steed do not have any rights to their parents possessions or titles, unless legitimatized. They are given the surname Roan.

Clothing
The clothes of the Bramfolk are modern, with the royal family and nobles affording the best.