National Identity

In general, the average Perrenlander is independently minded, stubborn, and extremely determined to defend what they see as belonging to them. Though not warlike in the sense that they attack and conquer their neighbours, the people of Perrenland can at times be fractious. This leads to numerous small conflicts, some of which lead to violence. However, it should be stressed that only rarely do such conflicts lead to fatalities. Where such instances have occurred the effect has been much like a dousing of cold water, rather than fuel for long-lasting feuds.

Perrenlanders, luckily enough, tend to be practical folk, and rarely let their passions get the better of them. Much of the hostilities that occur in the country are an avenue for building and honing martial skills, as well as an extreme 'sporting activity'. Whereas citizens of other nations may brood over differences of opinions, Perrenlanders usually resolve such differences with a lusty argument or a good fistfight. This leads to the outside view of Perrenlanders as rough-and-ready frontier sorts who love a good punch-up - just the sort of people you want to hire to do your fighting for you. As ever, relying on such generalisations can be dangerous, as the real nature of individual Perrenlanders is as varied as any other people.

Most Perrenlanders identify with their nation in addition to their local clan and/or canton, and issues of race are rarely relevant. Indeed, for most the distinction between Flan and Oeridians has disappeared completely, producing a vibrant and self-confident people. Perrenland is a settled and civilised nation, with well-armed militia, towns, cities, and a distinct sense of nationhood - a force to be reckoned with.