Sankhreti

''Most Sankhreti encountered around the mainland follow a god-rejecting philosophy they call the Conduct. Their pilgrimages across the Pendric Sea to Medland, birthplace of the lawgiver, have earned them the nickname ‘Pilgrims’. This also happens to be a lucrative trade route, and they have a reputation as cunning merchants.''

''Pilgrims mostly live on the lush islands around Sankhret’s east coast. Inland Sankhret, a harsh, arid land, is said to be dominated by demon-worshippers, though the Pilgrims are our only source for this.''

''Sankhreti culture places much emphasis on education and self-discipline. Even the very poor can usually read. Magic is neither taboo nor particularly respected – arcana is for street performers who blow their hands off, while legal scholarship and bodybuilding are the pursuits of the cultivated man.''

''They’re tall and slim with tan or dark skin and dark hair. They live slightly longer than other human groups, often making it to 90 if nothing befalls them. They speak Common and Sankhreti.''