An Invert culture outline
Appearance: white hair, bluish
gray skin, red, orange, or gray eyes. Augmen and Nullmen genders along with men
and women, language a combination of other languages backwards. Every seven
years marks a huge birthday party and a life transition for the individual.
They see personality as the most important human trait, intelligence coming in
second.
Races- In the Invert society,
darker skin is seen as superior to lighter skin. The younger population has
snow white hair, that gradually turns blacker as they age. Like humans, the
cultures vary in customs and general appearances.
Religions- Religions are
similar to humans, but in general, Inverts see nature and the universe as
deities.
Government and hierarchy- the
council often gathers together to make important decisions. When the decision
is made, it goes to a higher group of elites. Afterwards, the ruler usually
makes the decision. The elite have access to more land, laser weapons and other
resources. The middle class and the military often have guns, while the working
class are left with swords and other Middle Age weapons.
Values- Inverts are taught
about life in similar ways to humans, except most do not fear death to the
extent that humans do. They find death unpleasant, but are more accepting of it
as a natural part of life. After a sad funeral, a celebration is held the next
day in honor of the individual's life.
Augman- Invert individuals born
with male genitals and breasts; seen as upper class in Invert society. Makes up
around one-third of the population.
Nullmen-Invert individuals born
with no breasts, but the ability to bear children; seen as lower class in
Invert society. Makes up around one-third of the population.
Males and Females- Invert
individuals seen as middle class in Invert society; they are slightly rarer
than the other genders and true intersex individuals are less common.
Transgenders, queers, and LGBT relationships also exist. Nullmen who transition
to Augmen are praised, but Augmen transitioning to a 'lower' gender are
oppressed.
Disabilities- like humans,
many Inverts have physical and psychological disorders. The Inverts are
generally more accepting of disabled individuals (though not fully) but it is
seen as abnormal to take on the traits and interests of regular humans.
Freeze fire- a chemical used
for cooling, similar to air conditioning. However, it has similar harmful
effects as dry ice during skin contact.
Hot ice- Glowing orange cubes
used for heating and sometimes as a weapon. Causes a slow burning sensation
when one gets too close.
Seasons- Summer usually the
coolest, most pleasant season, with cool breezes and the occasional warm rain.
Winters, on the other hand, consist of hot black snow that requires Inverts to
wear protective clothing when going outside.
Septum Maxime- The
"Special Seven" a large celebration for people turning 7, 14, 21, and
so on; also serves as a ritual for life transitions.
Rose glasses- wearable
technology glasses that allows regular people to view Inverts and their world
in colors comfortable for humans to see and vice versa for Inverts.
Invertan Language: often human
languages in reverse. There are seven vowels in the language, each with a
special meaning. (inspired by the seven chakras and Maslow's Hierarchy of
Needs). The letters are also written similar to Numerology.
A
E
I
O
U
Y
A backwards C with a diagonal
line through it: used to refer to important people or places
Sentences are written backwards
and read right to left.
Invert characters:
Hannah- protagonist and
anthropologist, strong, independent
John- Hannah's best friend and
partner in crime
Elinda- a woman from the Invert
realm
Esmardo- a male protagonist
from the Invert realm
Enigin-antagonist augman from
the Invert realm. Charismatic and greedy
Esmen- Nullman from the Invert
realm, neutral character
Chapters coming soon (possibly)
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