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According to the culture of the Warriors' Village, women do not fight even though at least one female native of the village (Tengaar) fought in the [[Gate Rune War]]. Male warriors, on the other hand, are only allowed to enter combat after they have proved themselves and named their sword. | According to the culture of the Warriors' Village, women do not fight even though at least one female native of the village (Tengaar) fought in the [[Gate Rune War]]. Male warriors, on the other hand, are only allowed to enter combat after they have proved themselves and named their sword. | ||
The naming of a sword has great significance in the culture of the Warriors' Village, the name chosen usually being that of the warrior's beloved. It is not uncommon for warriors to make oaths by the name of their swords. When men are old enough, they traditionally depart the village on the [[ | The naming of a sword has great significance in the culture of the Warriors' Village, the name chosen usually being that of the warrior's beloved. It is not uncommon for warriors to make oaths by the name of their swords. When men are old enough, they traditionally depart the village on the [[Manhood Ceremony]] after which they are recognized as full-fledged adults and warriors. | ||
[[Bandana]]s are commonly worn by the people of the village but there is no strong cultural reason for this. | [[Bandana]]s are commonly worn by the people of the village but there is no strong cultural reason for this. | ||