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The Azish do not divide their population into [[lighteyes]] and [[darkeyes]]. In the [[Vorin]] countries, it's speculated that this is because there aren't enough pale-eyed Azish to form a self-sustainable social caste.{{book ref|sa3|42}}
Order in the country is kept by travelling lawkeepers called '''constables'''. Constables typically wear black uniforms, with a double row of silver buttons in the front, and thick gloves with long collars.
=== People ===
The stereotype of the Azish is that they are peaceful, prefer education to war and adore their bureaucracy and paperwork.{{book ref|sa2|89}}{{book ref|sa3|12}} The Azish themselves consider the latter a point of pride, as the structure of their government has kept their kingdom peaceful for many centuries.{{book ref|sa2|i|9}}
=== Language and Writing ===
The people of Azir speak Azish, the most widespread of the Makabaki languages, though it's possible that other languages from this family are also present.{{wob ref|3977}} Azish or Azish-adjacent words can be recognized by the letters "x" (Kadasix, [[Snoxil]]) and "q" ([[Prime Aqasix]], [[Unoqua]]), which are far rarer outside of [[Makabak]].
The Azish have their own system or writing, separate from the various [[Vorin]] scripts. It's described as looking like little markings, similar to [[cremling]] tracks. Additionally, the various patterns the Azish put on their furniture, decorations and clothing each have a meaning of their own, and can be read like writing by a trained scribe.{{book ref|sa3|65}}
=== Religion ===
=== Clothing ===
The Azish are known for wearing vibrant, colorful clothing. They are usually seen in robes or wraps and wear large hats, making them seem overencumbered.{{book ref|sa3|98}} Each article of clothing has traditional, large patterns on it. Every pattern has a meaning of its own, and a trained scribe can read a person's clothes like a language.{{book ref|sa3|65}} The fashion styles is heavily influenced by civil servant outfits.{{file ref|Azish Public Servant Designs.jpeg|Azish Public Servant Designs Folio page}}
=== Morality ===▼
In contrast to [[Vorinism |Vorin]] countries of the East, the Azish do not seem to practice the division between sexes. Women do not wear [[safehand]]s, and men and women can be seen in both military and political positions without any indication that such is unusual.{{book ref|sa2.5|3}}{{book ref|sa2|i|9}} However, also in contrast to Vorin states, the Azish have somewhat stricter views on relationships. In a homosexual couple, one member is expected to apply for "social reassignment", and should thereafter behave - and be treated as - a member of the opposite gender.{{wob ref|1443}}{{book ref|sa3|35}}▼
=== Food ===
In contrast to [[Alethkar]], where people typically farm [[lavis]], in Azir the main crop is [[clema]]. It's usually baked into large rolls known as clemabread, which are noted as being extremely unappetizing, at least for [[Lift]].{{book ref|sa2.5|6}}{{book ref|sa2.5|10}}
▲=== Morality ===
▲In contrast to [[Vorinism |Vorin]] countries of the East, the Azish do not seem to practice the division between sexes. Women do not wear [[safehand]]s, and men and women can be seen in both military and political positions without any indication that such is unusual.{{book ref|sa2.5|3}}{{book ref|sa2|i|9}} However, also in contrast to Vorin states, the Azish have somewhat stricter views on relationships. In a homosexual couple, one member is expected to apply for "social reassignment", and should thereafter behave - and be treated as - a member of the opposite gender.{{wob ref|1443}}{{book ref|sa3|35}}
== Notable Azish ==
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