New CBB

[joke, possibly bad]
Condom? what's that? some sort of constructed dominatrix?
[/joke, possibly bad]





Seriously:
Whether or not Adpihi want to practice birth-control varies depending on regional and secular conditions; that is, on place (broader than "local" but narrower than "continental") and time (broader than "decade" but narrower than "millenium"; probably one or a few lifetime(s) or centuries).

By Reptigan times they have so many high-tech ways to do it, reliably, and either permanently or reversibly depending on what they want, that they probably only use condoms for "emergencies"* (so-called); that is, when someone who is not temporarily sterile wants to have PIV sex with someone else who, for all they know, also is not temporarily sterile, and doesn't want to wait long enough for some hi-tech means to take effect.

Or, of course, to prevent the spread of venereally-contagious disease(s). But by Reptigan times immunization is commonplace and most diseases, even including many viral diseases, can be cured. (As opposed to RL Earth at the present time, where most virus diseases can barely even be treated, and only immunization is much help, and the damage left by a disease is often irreversible. Reptigan is a fictional future society, after all).

In most Adpihi times, indeed right up until just before Reptigan times, condoms would be a welcome addition to the birth-control toolbox.

*You should note that in both Adpihi and Reptigan this "emergency sex" is likely to be with a spouse or a fiancé or fiancée. Since their culture allows them up to three spouses (spice?) at a time.

_________________
I am not responsible for the accuracy of my sources; they're responsible for their own mistakes, if any, and also responsible for defending their own statements if you disagree with them.

Ooops, forgot to add a question. You want to do that eldin?

_________________
I speak English and a touch of Gàidhlig.
I am creating a conworld, which I refer to as the Carrion Series, that will contain three languages, Iriex, Dvoen and Maxna.

Alright.

If this doesn't derail this topic too long-term onto a salacious garden-path;

What would your people think of Sadism, Masochism, and Bondage-and-Discipline Fetishism?

Or, if that's too much,

What do your conpeople think of "bin-liners"?
or
What do your conpeople think of garden paths?

_________________
I am not responsible for the accuracy of my sources; they're responsible for their own mistakes, if any, and also responsible for defending their own statements if you disagree with them.

What would your people think of Sadism, Masochism, and Bondage-and-Discipline Fetishism?
Hmmm... I haven't really thought too much about their sex-lives, beyond the obvious. I suspect that given the highly dominance oriented culture and the presence of the honourific scarification that they would certainly be present. Traditionally, sex is probably seen as a (fun) means to producing children but I suspect younger individuals would experiment and perhaps carry on with any kinks they developed. It would depend on how much sexuality is talked about in their culture, and I'd need to look at how other cultures of similar technology levels view such things.

What do your conpeople think of "bin-liners"?
"What kind of flimsy container is this? See how the branches poke holes in it? Useless..."
They highly value weaving as an art form and tend to use complicated baskets for all except water-proof containers (which are often woven with a solid insert).

What do your conpeople think of garden paths?[/quote]
That it makes a convenient trail; trampling everything in one's path gets tiresome. Groups tend to follow in each-other's footsteps, forming well defined trails through undergrowth over time.

What would your conpeople think of the likes of Jerry Springer and similar forms of 'entertainment'?

_________________
I speak English and a touch of Gàidhlig.
I am creating a conworld, which I refer to as the Carrion Series, that will contain three languages, Iriex, Dvoen and Maxna.

Essun see Sadism as a masculine role, and Masochism as a feminine role. So while they accept such fetishes so long as the "roles" are proper, these roles being reversed is seen as disgusting and wrong. A dominatrix female and her male partner who liked getting tied up and whipped by her would be ostracized and attacked, if not executed.

Midh, however, are open to bondage-fetishism in a sometimes frightening fashion. To them, you're a weirdo if you aren't aroused by bondage.

I'd answer Lodhas's question but I have no idea who Jerry Springer is.

_________________
♀♥Ø

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=W_334td7t5I
I apologise in advance for subjecting you to it.

I'm sure there are more international varieties of it, but maybe I'm wrong.

_________________
I speak English and a touch of Gàidhlig.
I am creating a conworld, which I refer to as the Carrion Series, that will contain three languages, Iriex, Dvoen and Maxna.

Midh: "What's so entertaining about that? It's just people yelling at each other."

Your conpeople are exposed to guns. What happens? If they already had guns, replace with a similar game-changer in warfare like ICBMs.

_________________
♀♥Ø

Rassoleans would learn everything about how they work and how they are made, and would do their absolute best to keep the technology from their enemies, while at the same time using said weapons to either massacre or intimidate them, whether their enemies are non-Rassoleans or not.

Ankuati would despise guns. All you do is point and pull the trigger, and you can kill your enemies before they even get close to you; how cowardly. Such weapons would be too dishonourable for them to use. They wouldn't even use them for hunting, as it would be an insult to the animal as well as themselves and the gods.

Next:
Your conpeople see the Latin Alphabet for the first time (or another RL Writing System they wouldn't be familiar with)

_________________

PROTO-ONURE: Jutésa coconóco ga zuntús, na en rógcag ma pohús.

The Aidisese would realize that the Greek alphabet looks suspiciously similar to their own. ( )

Next:
Ignoring whether democracy exists in your conworld and/or your conpeople's opinions about it, would a typical person of your conculture support Obama or McCain in the US 2008 presidential elections, and why?

_________________
I now have a blog. Witness the horror.

I think I think, therefore I think I am.
- Ambrose Bierce

Kinál society is a monarchy, but the average Kinál person would vote for McCain, since he is much older, therefore wiser, and has had many experiences with hardships (I heard that he was a POW in one war, Vietnam or something). A man who was so experienced with the world would unquestionably be the better choice to them.

Next: How would your conpeople respond to US law saying that virtually all mind-altering substances (drugs) are illegal?

Both Obama and McCain would support the removal of clan sovereignty, but forced between the choice they'd probably support Obama. Midhe believe that old people get wrapped up in their old, unchangeable dogmas while younger people are more able to change. They'd probably attempt to get Obama in office thinking because he's younger he'd be easier to convince to see things their way.

Essun on the other hand would support whichever candidate was more successful in business matters (I dunno which one this is. Did Obama or McCain ever have a job outside of the government?). They interpret success in material affairs as a mark of being favored by the gods; Therefore, whoever is the richest is also the one best to lead.



Psychoactive substances are an essential part of Midhen spiritual practice, and they're not likely to recognize the DEA's authority on such matters. Anyone coming to take their drugs away would be met with quite violent opposition.

Even if nobody tried to enforce it on them, they'd still use it as a way to tell themselves in yet another way "Wow, humans are so stupid."

Essun on the other hand would likely support this measure, as it meshes with their already-existing taboos against recreational substances.

Considering your conpeople to be barbaric, backwards, and lawless, the UN sends in aid workers and troops to "help" by installing a puppet state, opening schools, and enforcing cultural westernization. How do they respond?

_________________
♀♥Ø

Modern Aidis:
The Aidisese would not understand what the heck is going on, because they were for most of their history one of the big civilizations of the world, and, by the modern era, their importance as a regional power at the very least is generally not underestimated. Remnants of the Aidisese government and army, as well as whatever surviving merchants, scholars, and other middle and upper class people would immediately begin an armed resistance; this is not the first time in their history that another "civilized" power has occupied their land, and they will ensure that this will not be the first time that such an occupation is successful. Additionally, the Aidisese would also be baffled because they are very open to the idea of international cooperation, and they wouldn't understand why an organization dedicated to such would need to occupy a developed, prosperous nations as theirs, not to mention "help".

Keintapa:
A large portion of the Keintapan population - including those not brainwashed and 99% of females - would welcome the newcomers. Those who are brainwashed, as well as the upper-middle and upper classes of Keintapa, would immediately attempt to resist, resorting to terrorist methods if necessary.

(Stereotypical) Xemar:
Make a trade deal with the newcomers. More business!


Next:
Let's say a typical young man or woman from your conculture is going to a university/college in America (or some comparable developed country). What would they major in? Why?

_________________
I now have a blog. Witness the horror.

I think I think, therefore I think I am.
- Ambrose Bierce

Rassoleans would recognise that alcohol falls under this category and think them stupidly hypocritical. Other than that, Rassoleans routinely drink and toke as part of their culture and even religion. It is common belief/knowledge marijuana relaxes the soul and opens the mind, and that the release of inhibitions thanks to alcohol allows people to socialise better with both friends, family and strangers, and as their culture emphasises hospitality both substances are seen as positive.
They would see America's (and most other Nation's) laws restricting their use as making people cold and distant, discouraging social activity.


Ankuati have yet to develop strong alcohol, only using it to either purify water in times of plague or as part of religious ceremonies. Hemp and marijuana on the other hand have been in use since they first became agriculturalists, and cannabis has entirely taken on the role of alcohol in Earth societies.
They would respond in one of two ways: by trying to understand the reasons behind the laws, and/or simply challenge/kill anyone who dared try to make them follow the laws.



Rassoleans would happily use/take over whatever infrastructure they introduced, and they'd take the interesting or useful bits of westernisation (so long as they didn't violate Rassolean culture or laws) and incorporate them into their own society, but everything else they'd either ignore or rebel against.

Ankuati would immediately respond with violence; "Who the fuck are these foreignors trying to invade without so much as meeting us on the battlefield? Look, they're even building on our land now!" They probly wouldn't have minded aid workers trying to distribute goods in the bazaar, but once they knew they were allied with the people ruining their cities and trying to enforce laws, they would just kill them and take their stuff.



(Assuming universities were explained to them first)

A Rassolean would probly major in economics, music or computing; the first two they'd be able to bring back to Rassoly with ease, the last would just fascinate them as they don't have any technology comparable to it.

An Ankuati would major in literature, maths, philosophy or music, in that order. Storytelling is a favourite past time, they are the first civilisation on their continent to study maths and are quite proud of it, and they haven't explored philosophy much yet but they'd be interested all the same. Music ties in with storytelling.

Next: Your conpeople/person sees how dependant people are on (cel)phones.

_________________

PROTO-ONURE: Jutésa coconóco ga zuntús, na en rógcag ma pohús.

The Kaynur would be impressed by the convenience of the cellphone, but find that roars are pretty effective as it is for basic contact for distances within ~10mi. Any other conversation would have to wait until a face-to-face meeting; it's not very necessary beforehand, or so they would say. The current generation of Kaynur, if faced with a choice between old traditions and new cellphones, would probably value face-to-face conversation more than conversation without seeing the other participant.

They would be distracted by all the little apps on Smart Phones and iPhones, though, if they could manage to use a touch screen or the keys on such a tiny thing. They would probably think that the weather prediction apps are some sort of seer-to-go and would be impressed at the efficiency at which stocks are organized in the respective app (to them, a basic analogy to the concept of stocks would be different reindeer herds that rise and fall in population differently, assuming that nature is the company owner).

Next: How would your conpeople react to total gender equality?

_________________
sup

---

have some lessons

As far as Orcs are concerned the genders are equal. But they also have their set social functions. A feminine Orc is not a warrior. A masculine Orc does not handle money exchange. So as far as Orcish society is concerned there is gender equality. However, there will never be a male in the Priestess caste, whether masculine or feminine.

Next: What does your conculture think of American pop music, such as Kesha or Lady Gaga?

_________________
♀♥♀
Dotjen
Kotanese

Midhe: "...You let men be scholars and artists? No wonder you humans suck so much."

Essun: "Everyone can do and be everything? Nonsense. The creators made different types of people to fulfill different roles. If they wanted just one type of person to do everything, they would have made us as such."

Television in general.

_________________
♀♥Ø

Aidis:
We don't understand why the Americans watch so much football and reality TV instead of watching something useful like news, documentaries, or serious romantic movies.


Next:
What piece of literature - be it a book, play, epic poem, etc. - from our world would your conculture identify with and/or like the most? Why?

_________________
I now have a blog. Witness the horror.

I think I think, therefore I think I am.
- Ambrose Bierce

Hey, wait! We seem to have skipped

Can the next person answer that as well as

---

Aah, heck. I'll answer Thakowsaizmu's question and not provide a "next", so the next person can answer cybrxkhan's question.

What does your conculture think of American pop music, such as Kesha or Lady Gaga?

Adpihi: Way too explicit, but really really fun to dance to. Except that "gangsta rap" stuff; it seems to be a war chant, but directed against one's compatriots in time of peace! What the f***'s up with that? But thanks for lending it to me; it gets lonely and boring walking and watching out over the town wall. Wouldn't want to go to sleep.

Reptigan: Lyrics seem to be mostly about trivialities, but there are a few deep ones. Music is often quite interestingly creative, but there are some that are just so boring one wonders why anyone bothered to record or broadcast it. Now if you'll excuse me I have to go work on learning this new species's language.

_________________
I am not responsible for the accuracy of my sources; they're responsible for their own mistakes, if any, and also responsible for defending their own statements if you disagree with them.

I don't see why not. I'd do it myself if I felt like I had anything to say on those questions.

(I don't really listen to pop music, and I don't know enough about the musical traditions of my concultures to see how it'd compare. Furthermore my experience with literature is all from a very narrow genre, so I don't have a wide enough pool to answer a question like what work my concultures would most identify with.)

_________________
♀♥Ø

If you can't answer the given question then I'd recommend not answering it and just leaving the thread be until a question is asked that you can actually answer. Or you could just answer the latest question that you can actually answer and then ask the next person to answer the question above you instead of asking your own. Just a suggestion to keep this thread going, because it's a rather nice thread.

Mods, if you think this post is unnecessary, please feel free to delete it.

_________________
Proto-Hyảlim | Bjarmish

Ón gráti sem jett barn kvéner jag syggji jett lag um deiðan...
[oʊ̯n ˈgɾaːtɪ sɛmː jɛtː baɾn ˈkʰʋɛːnɛɾ jaː ˈsʏd͡ʑːɪ jɛtː laː ʊmː ˈdɛɪ̯an]