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	=== Selunites (Good) ===		=== Selunites (Good) ===
	[[File:Moonmaiden crystal.png\|thumb\|The original Moonmaiden crystal discovered by one of the original founders. ]]		[[File:Moonmaiden crystal.png\|thumb\|The original Moonmaiden crystal discovered by one of the original founders. ]]
	For the most part, native Mercan’s pay homage to [[Selûne]], the Moonmaiden of the night. According to history, in the very early stages of construction, Mercan founders would build well into the night, not knowing of course the time of day, since they were building well beneath the sand. However, a crystal was discovered while carving out the first sleeping quarters of the city which would always glow when the moon was up, even when far beneath the sand. Figuring it was a gift from the Moonmaiden herself, the founders took it as a sign of her blessing and have worshiped her ever since. The crystal turned out to be a [[common]] find after carving more of the city out and it provides much of the “natural” light for the city which explains why those who reside in the city are “nocturnal”.		For the most part, native Mercan’s pay homage to [[Selûne]], the Moonmaiden of the night. According to history, in the very early stages of construction, Mercan founders would build well into the night, not knowing of course the time of day, since they were building well beneath the sand. However, a crystal was discovered while carving out the first sleeping quarters of the city which would always glow when [[The Moon\|the moon]] was up, even when far beneath the sand. Figuring it was a gift from the Moonmaiden herself, the founders took it as a sign of her blessing and have worshiped her ever since. The crystal turned out to be a [[common]] find after carving more of the city out and it provides much of the “natural” light for the city which explains why those who reside in the city are “nocturnal”.

	=== [[The Serpentine\|Serpentine (Evil)]] ===		=== [[The Serpentine\|Serpentine (Evil)]] ===

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	{{Worldbuilders}} [[File:Merca.png\|center\|frame\|The beginnings of Mercan network tunnels. ]]		{{Worldbuilders}} [[File:Merca.png\|center\|frame\|The beginnings of Mercan network tunnels. ]]
	Hidden deep below the sand dunes of [[Pteris]], '''Merca''' (pronounced Mer-saah) is one of the major underground cities home to one of the largest settlements of [[Yuan-Ti\|Yuanti]] on the continent. Although [[Yuan-Ti\|Yuanti]] may be the primary race of Merca, many other races that found themselves at the mercy of the desert sun and have sought refuge and home in the city. The Yuanti outnumber all other races in the city and govern some of the highest seats of political influence.		Hidden deep below the sand dunes of [[Pteris]], '''Merca''' (pronounced Mer-saah) is one of the major underground cities home to one of the largest settlements of [[Yuan-Ti\|Yuanti]] on the continent. Although [[Yuan-Ti\|Yuanti]] may be the primary [[race]] of Merca, many other races that found themselves at the mercy of the desert sun and have sought refuge and home in the city. The Yuanti outnumber all other races in the city and govern some of the highest seats of political influence.

	== Origins ==		== Origins ==
	Merca first began as just a means of survival from the harsh desert conditions. Ancient Pteris races like the [[Pterran (Player Race)\|Pterran]] lurked at all hours of the day, constantly threatening the ancient serpentine people who slithered across the land. Like most desert creatures, Yuanti would find the best shelter burrowing beneath the sand. After some time, groups of the Serpentine began to band together and cross paths through these small underground networks they had created. This was the beginning of Merca and creation of their most valuable skill to offer the desert of [[Pteris]], sculpting.		Merca first began as just a means of survival from the harsh desert conditions. Ancient Pteris races like the [[Pterran (Player Race)\|Pterran]] lurked at all hours of the day, constantly threatening the ancient serpentine people who slithered across the land. Like most desert creatures, Yuanti would find the best shelter burrowing beneath the sand. After some time, groups of [[the Serpentine]] began to band together and cross paths through these small underground networks they had created. This was the beginning of Merca and creation of their most valuable skill to offer the desert of [[Pteris]], sculpting.

	== The City and People ==		== The City and People ==
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	=== Selunites (Good) ===		=== Selunites (Good) ===
	[[File:Moonmaiden crystal.png\|thumb\|The original Moonmaiden crystal discovered by one of the original founders. ]]		[[File:Moonmaiden crystal.png\|thumb\|The original Moonmaiden crystal discovered by one of the original founders. ]]
	For the most part, native Mercan’s pay homage to [[Selûne]], the Moonmaiden of the night. According to history, in the very early stages of construction, Mercan founders would build well into the night, not knowing of course the time of day, since they were building well beneath the sand. However, a crystal was discovered while carving out the first sleeping quarters of the city which would always glow when the moon was up, even when far beneath the sand. Figuring it was a gift from the Moonmaiden herself, the founders took it as a sign of her blessing and have worshiped her ever since. The crystal turned out to be a common find after carving more of the city out and it provides much of the “natural” light for the city which explains why those who reside in the city are “nocturnal”.		For the most part, native Mercan’s pay homage to [[Selûne]], the Moonmaiden of the night. According to history, in the very early stages of construction, Mercan founders would build well into the night, not knowing of course the time of day, since they were building well beneath the sand. However, a crystal was discovered while carving out the first sleeping quarters of the city which would always glow when the moon was up, even when far beneath the sand. Figuring it was a gift from the Moonmaiden herself, the founders took it as a sign of her blessing and have worshiped her ever since. The crystal turned out to be a [[common]] find after carving more of the city out and it provides much of the “natural” light for the city which explains why those who reside in the city are “nocturnal”.

	=== [[The Serpentine\|Serpentine (Evil)]] ===		=== [[The Serpentine\|Serpentine (Evil)]] ===
	The followers of the Serpentine included not just Yuan-Ti and Mercans, but many in the region who were a member of the '''Cult of the Serpentine,''' the cult's goals included reviving a number of Yuan-Ti anathema buried from old holy wars in the deserts, as well as reclaiming surface lands in the name of Merca and the ancient Serpentine people.		The followers of the Serpentine included not just [[Yuan-Ti]] and Mercans, but many in the region who were a member of the '''[[Cult]] of the Serpentine,''' the cult's goals included reviving a number of Yuan-Ti anathema buried from old holy wars in the deserts, as well as reclaiming surface lands in the name of Merca and the ancient Serpentine people.

	== Holidays ==		== Holidays ==
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	These minds, along with a few other aids laid the foundation for the city. Within a few years, the small group of visionaries made what is now referred to as the the room of first dreams.Although fairly basic in design, it has become the most sacred of spots in all of Merca and is coveted by Yuanti and Mercans alike. This was the original spot of the discovery of the Moonmadien crystal.The room first served as a few small, safeguarded bedrooms where nests could rest peacefully. Today they are used ritual rooms for a “coming of age” ceremony in which young religious Yuanti or those of “noble” descent, sleep for a night in the room alone and choose their path in society the next day.		These minds, along with a few other aids laid the foundation for the city. Within a few years, the small group of visionaries made what is now referred to as the the room of first dreams.Although fairly basic in design, it has become the most sacred of spots in all of Merca and is coveted by Yuanti and Mercans alike. This was the original spot of the discovery of the Moonmadien crystal.The room first served as a few small, safeguarded bedrooms where nests could rest peacefully. Today they are used ritual rooms for a “coming of age” ceremony in which young religious Yuanti or those of “noble” descent, sleep for a night in the room alone and choose their path in society the next day.

	Those few who laid the foundation stones of sand for the city received high governing seats of power presiding over the city known as the Council of Merca (or Founders), with their bloodlines inheriting their position once they perish.		Those few who laid the foundation stones of sand for the city received high governing seats of power presiding over the city known as the Council of Merca (or Founders), with their [[bloodlines]] inheriting their position once they perish.

	To list a few of the seats of power:		To list a few of the seats of power:

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	For the most part, native Mercan’s pay homage to [[Selûne]], the Moonmaiden of the night. According to history, in the very early stages of construction, Mercan founders would build well into the night, not knowing of course the time of day, since they were building well beneath the sand. However, a crystal was discovered while carving out the first sleeping quarters of the city which would always glow when the moon was up, even when far beneath the sand. Figuring it was a gift from the Moonmaiden herself, the founders took it as a sign of her blessing and have worshiped her ever since. The crystal turned out to be a common find after carving more of the city out and it provides much of the “natural” light for the city which explains why those who reside in the city are “nocturnal”.		For the most part, native Mercan’s pay homage to [[Selûne]], the Moonmaiden of the night. According to history, in the very early stages of construction, Mercan founders would build well into the night, not knowing of course the time of day, since they were building well beneath the sand. However, a crystal was discovered while carving out the first sleeping quarters of the city which would always glow when the moon was up, even when far beneath the sand. Figuring it was a gift from the Moonmaiden herself, the founders took it as a sign of her blessing and have worshiped her ever since. The crystal turned out to be a common find after carving more of the city out and it provides much of the “natural” light for the city which explains why those who reside in the city are “nocturnal”.

	=== Serpentine (Evil) ===		=== [[The Serpentine\|Serpentine (Evil)]] ===
		⚫	The followers of the Serpentine included not just Yuan-Ti and Mercans, but many in the region who were a member of the '''Cult of the Serpentine,''' the cult's goals included reviving a number of Yuan-Ti anathema buried from old holy wars in the deserts, as well as reclaiming surface lands in the name of Merca and the ancient Serpentine people.
	The '''Serpentine''' represented the splinter cell of Mercans who worshipped their ancient racial gods, gods like [[Sseth]] and [[Serket]] (who some scholars believe may also just be the same god). Most of the Serpentine Mercan lived under or near the city of [[Al'Adeaf]], which was itself protected by a power anti-magic blessing known as the [[Sanctity of the Markets]]. To overcome this, the Serpentine sometimes had '''Serpentine Totems''' which subverted the anti-magic, allowing them to draw on dark Yuan-Ti blood magics.

⚫	The followers of the Serpentine included not just Yuan-Ti and Mercans, but many in the region who were a member of the '''Cult of the Serpentine,''' the cult's goals included reviving a number of Yuan-Ti anathema buried from old holy wars in the deserts, as well as reclaiming surface lands in the name of Merca and the ancient Serpentine people.

	== Holidays ==		== Holidays ==

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	=== Serpentine (Evil) ===		=== Serpentine (Evil) ===
	The '''Serpentine''' represented the splinter cell of Mercans who worshipped their ancient racial gods, gods like [[Sseth]] and [[Serket]]. Most of the Serpentine Mercan lived under or near the city of [[Al'Adeaf]], which was itself protected by a power anti-magic blessing known as the [[Sanctity of the Markets]]. To overcome this, the Serpentine sometimes had '''Serpentine Totems''' which subverted the anti-magic, allowing them to draw on dark Yuan-Ti blood magics.		The '''Serpentine''' represented the splinter cell of Mercans who worshipped their ancient racial gods, gods like [[Sseth]] and [[Serket]] (who some scholars believe may also just be the same god). Most of the Serpentine Mercan lived under or near the city of [[Al'Adeaf]], which was itself protected by a power anti-magic blessing known as the [[Sanctity of the Markets]]. To overcome this, the Serpentine sometimes had '''Serpentine Totems''' which subverted the anti-magic, allowing them to draw on dark Yuan-Ti blood magics.

	The followers of the Serpentine included not just Yuan-Ti and Mercans, but many in the region who were a member of the '''Cult of the Serpentine,''' the cult's goals included reviving a number of Yuan-Ti anathema buried from old holy wars in the deserts, as well as reclaiming surface lands in the name of Merca and the ancient Serpentine people.		The followers of the Serpentine included not just Yuan-Ti and Mercans, but many in the region who were a member of the '''Cult of the Serpentine,''' the cult's goals included reviving a number of Yuan-Ti anathema buried from old holy wars in the deserts, as well as reclaiming surface lands in the name of Merca and the ancient Serpentine people.

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	=== Serpentine (Evil) ===		=== Serpentine (Evil) ===
	The '''Serpentine''' represented the splinter cell of Mercans who worshipped their ancient racial gods, gods like [[Sseth]]. Most of the Serpentine Mercan lived under or near the city of [[Al'Adeaf]], which was itself protected by a power anti-magic blessing known as the [[Sanctity of the Markets]]. To overcome this, the Serpentine sometimes had '''Serpentine Totems''' which subverted the anti-magic, allowing them to draw on dark Yuan-Ti blood magics.		The '''Serpentine''' represented the splinter cell of Mercans who worshipped their ancient racial gods, gods like [[Sseth]] and [[Serket]]. Most of the Serpentine Mercan lived under or near the city of [[Al'Adeaf]], which was itself protected by a power anti-magic blessing known as the [[Sanctity of the Markets]]. To overcome this, the Serpentine sometimes had '''Serpentine Totems''' which subverted the anti-magic, allowing them to draw on dark Yuan-Ti blood magics.

	The followers of the Serpentine included not just Yuan-Ti and Mercans, but many in the region who were a member of the '''Cult of the Serpentine.'''		The followers of the Serpentine included not just Yuan-Ti and Mercans, but many in the region who were a member of the '''Cult of the Serpentine,''' the cult's goals included reviving a number of Yuan-Ti anathema buried from old holy wars in the deserts, as well as reclaiming surface lands in the name of Merca and the ancient Serpentine people.

	== Holidays ==		== Holidays ==

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	{{Worldbuilders}} [[File:Merca.png\|center\|frame\|The beginnings of Mercan network tunnels. ]]		{{Worldbuilders}} [[File:Merca.png\|center\|frame\|The beginnings of Mercan network tunnels. ]]
	Hidden deep below the sand dunes of [[Pteris]], '''Merca''' (pronounced Mer-saah) is one of the major underground cities home to one of the largest settlements of [[Yuan-Ti\|Yuanti]] on the continent. Although [[Yuan-Ti\|Yuanti]] may be the ~~founding~~ race of Merca, many other races that found themselves at the mercy of the desert sun and have sought refuge and home in the city. The Yuanti outnumber all other races in the city and govern some of the highest seats of political influence.		Hidden deep below the sand dunes of [[Pteris]], '''Merca''' (pronounced Mer-saah) is one of the major underground cities home to one of the largest settlements of [[Yuan-Ti\|Yuanti]] on the continent. Although [[Yuan-Ti\|Yuanti]] may be the primary race of Merca, many other races that found themselves at the mercy of the desert sun and have sought refuge and home in the city. The Yuanti outnumber all other races in the city and govern some of the highest seats of political influence.

	== Origins ==		== Origins ==
	Merca first began as just a means of survival from the harsh desert conditions. ~~Predators~~ ~~that~~ lurked at all hours of the day constantly ~~threatened~~ the ~~Yuanti~~ ~~species~~ so ~~like~~ most desert creatures, Yuanti would find shelter burrowing beneath the sand. After some time, groups of ~~Yuanti~~ began to band together and cross paths through these small underground networks they had created. This was the beginning Merca and creation of their most valuable skill to offer the desert of [[Pteris]], sculpting.		Merca first began as just a means of survival from the harsh desert conditions. Ancient Pteris races like the [[Pterran (Player Race)\|Pterran]] lurked at all hours of the day, constantly threatening the ancient serpentine people who slithered across the land. Like most desert creatures, Yuanti would find the best shelter burrowing beneath the sand. After some time, groups of the Serpentine began to band together and cross paths through these small underground networks they had created. This was the beginning of Merca and creation of their most valuable skill to offer the desert of [[Pteris]], sculpting.

	== The City and People ==		== The City and People ==
	Mercans (people of Merca) are well known for their love of knowledge and drink but are coveted for one skill above all the others, architectural sand shaping. Being one of the ~~first~~ underground ~~cities~~ ~~created~~ in [[Pteris]], Merca is home to some of the most brilliant minds for sand sculpting and architectural engineering (you try making a city with and under sand).		Mercans (people of Merca) are well known for their love of knowledge and drink but are coveted for one skill above all the others, architectural sand shaping. Being one of the oldest underground societies to have been founded in [[Pteris]], Merca is home to some of the most brilliant minds for sand sculpting and architectural engineering (you try making a city with and under sand).

	Perhaps their most famous of architectural feats is sand vaulting; in which their high underground ceilings retract and allow in natural light from the outside world. However, only a few grand places in the city of Merca is equipped to perform this ritualistic opening ('''The Great Openings'''). The main chamber equipped for the Great Openings is Moon Hall in which more than half the city could fit into comfortably and still have room to dance and sing.		Perhaps their most famous of architectural feats is sand vaulting; in which their high underground ceilings retract and allow in natural light from the outside world. However, only a few grand places in the city of Merca is equipped to perform this ritualistic opening ('''The Great Openings'''). The main chamber equipped for the Great Openings is Moon Hall in which more than half the city could fit into comfortably and still have room to dance and sing.
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	== Religion ==		== Religion ==
	The city is tolerant of all religions and practices thereof (at least the ones that do not directly threaten the structure of the city). However, specific rituals of the city pertain only to those of origin descent and therefor are only allowed to attend those specific rituals (i.e the coming-of-age ceremony).		The city is tolerant of all religions and practices thereof (at least the ones that do not directly threaten the structure of the city). However, specific rituals of the city pertain only to those of origin descent and therefor are only allowed to attend those specific rituals (i.e the coming-of-age ceremony).

			=== Selunites (Good) ===
	[[File:Moonmaiden crystal.png\|thumb\|The original Moonmaiden crystal discovered by one of the original founders. ]]		[[File:Moonmaiden crystal.png\|thumb\|The original Moonmaiden crystal discovered by one of the original founders. ]]
	For the most part, native Mercan’s pay homage to [[Selûne]], the Moonmaiden of the night. According to history, in the very early stages of construction, Mercan founders would build well into the night, not knowing of course the time of day, since they were building well beneath the sand. However, a crystal was discovered while carving out the first sleeping quarters of the city which would always glow when the moon was up, even when far beneath the sand. Figuring it was a gift from the Moonmaiden herself, the founders took it as a sign of her blessing and have worshiped her ever since. The crystal turned out to be a common find after carving more of the city out and it provides much of the “natural” light for the city which explains why those who reside in the city are “nocturnal”.		For the most part, native Mercan’s pay homage to [[Selûne]], the Moonmaiden of the night. According to history, in the very early stages of construction, Mercan founders would build well into the night, not knowing of course the time of day, since they were building well beneath the sand. However, a crystal was discovered while carving out the first sleeping quarters of the city which would always glow when the moon was up, even when far beneath the sand. Figuring it was a gift from the Moonmaiden herself, the founders took it as a sign of her blessing and have worshiped her ever since. The crystal turned out to be a common find after carving more of the city out and it provides much of the “natural” light for the city which explains why those who reside in the city are “nocturnal”.

		⚫	=== Serpentine (Evil) ===
			The '''Serpentine''' represented the splinter cell of Mercans who worshipped their ancient racial gods, gods like [[Sseth]]. Most of the Serpentine Mercan lived under or near the city of [[Al'Adeaf]], which was itself protected by a power anti-magic blessing known as the [[Sanctity of the Markets]]. To overcome this, the Serpentine sometimes had '''Serpentine Totems''' which subverted the anti-magic, allowing them to draw on dark Yuan-Ti blood magics.

			The followers of the Serpentine included not just Yuan-Ti and Mercans, but many in the region who were a member of the '''Cult of the Serpentine.'''

			== Holidays ==

			=== The Great Openings ===
	The '''Great Openings''' occur 3 times a year; once for each equinox (2) and once for the start of the New Year on the eve of a new moon. While anyone from the city is allowed to partake in the celebrations during the equinoxes, the New Year Great Opening is only attended by those of founder blood (those of who have lineage dating back to the original creators of Merca).		The '''Great Openings''' occur 3 times a year; once for each equinox (2) and once for the start of the New Year on the eve of a new moon. While anyone from the city is allowed to partake in the celebrations during the equinoxes, the New Year Great Opening is only attended by those of founder blood (those of who have lineage dating back to the original creators of Merca).

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	The third Great Opening is reserved for those of the founding blood lines. Their celebration is similar in make up to that of the Equinox opening, although travel is not permitted during this opening and the founders do not make sand crystal out of the excess sand. Instead, they unveil the “Original” Moonmaiden crystal and bring it up to the surface to receive direct light from [[Selûne]] herself.		The third Great Opening is reserved for those of the founding blood lines. Their celebration is similar in make up to that of the Equinox opening, although travel is not permitted during this opening and the founders do not make sand crystal out of the excess sand. Instead, they unveil the “Original” Moonmaiden crystal and bring it up to the surface to receive direct light from [[Selûne]] herself.

⚫	=== Serpentine ~~Totem~~ ===
	'''Serpentine Totems''' were sometimes used by the Mercan to overcome the affects of other gods, such as allowing them to cast magic inside the city of [[Al'Adeaf]] which otherwise was protected by the [[Sanctity of the Markets]] blessing.

	== The Political Climate ==		== The Political Climate ==

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	Hidden deep below the sand dunes of [[Pteris]], '''Merca''' (pronounced Mer-saah) is one of the major underground cities home to one of the largest settlements of [[Yuan-Ti\|Yuanti]] on the continent. Although [[Yuan-Ti\|Yuanti]] may be the founding race of Merca, many other races that found themselves at the mercy of the desert sun and have sought refuge and home in the city. The Yuanti outnumber all other races in the city and govern some of the highest seats of political influence.		Hidden deep below the sand dunes of [[Pteris]], '''Merca''' (pronounced Mer-saah) is one of the major underground cities home to one of the largest settlements of [[Yuan-Ti\|Yuanti]] on the continent. Although [[Yuan-Ti\|Yuanti]] may be the founding race of Merca, many other races that found themselves at the mercy of the desert sun and have sought refuge and home in the city. The Yuanti outnumber all other races in the city and govern some of the highest seats of political influence.

	=== Origins ===		== Origins ==
	Merca first began as just a means of survival from the harsh desert conditions. Predators that lurked at all hours of the day constantly threatened the Yuanti species so like most desert creatures, Yuanti would find shelter burrowing beneath the sand. After some time, groups of Yuanti began to band together and cross paths through these small underground networks they had created. This was the beginning Merca and creation of their most valuable skill to offer the desert of [[Pteris]], sculpting.		Merca first began as just a means of survival from the harsh desert conditions. Predators that lurked at all hours of the day constantly threatened the Yuanti species so like most desert creatures, Yuanti would find shelter burrowing beneath the sand. After some time, groups of Yuanti began to band together and cross paths through these small underground networks they had created. This was the beginning Merca and creation of their most valuable skill to offer the desert of [[Pteris]], sculpting.

	=== The City and People ===		== The City and People ==
	Mercans (people of Merca) are well known for their love of knowledge and drink but are coveted for one skill above all the others, architectural sand shaping. Being one of the first underground cities created in [[Pteris]], Merca is home to some of the most brilliant minds for sand sculpting and architectural engineering (you try making a city with and under sand).		Mercans (people of Merca) are well known for their love of knowledge and drink but are coveted for one skill above all the others, architectural sand shaping. Being one of the first underground cities created in [[Pteris]], Merca is home to some of the most brilliant minds for sand sculpting and architectural engineering (you try making a city with and under sand).

	Perhaps their most famous of architectural feats is sand vaulting; in which their high underground ceilings retract and allow in natural light from the outside world. However, only a few grand places in the city of Merca is equipped to perform this ritualistic opening ('''The Great Openings'''). The main chamber equipped for the Great Openings is Moon Hall in which more than half the city could fit into comfortably and still have room to dance and sing.		Perhaps their most famous of architectural feats is sand vaulting; in which their high underground ceilings retract and allow in natural light from the outside world. However, only a few grand places in the city of Merca is equipped to perform this ritualistic opening ('''The Great Openings'''). The main chamber equipped for the Great Openings is Moon Hall in which more than half the city could fit into comfortably and still have room to dance and sing.

	=== Religion ===		== Religion ==
	The city is tolerant of all religions and practices thereof (at least the ones that do not directly threaten the structure of the city). However, specific rituals of the city pertain only to those of origin descent and therefor are only allowed to attend those specific rituals (i.e the coming-of-age ceremony).		The city is tolerant of all religions and practices thereof (at least the ones that do not directly threaten the structure of the city). However, specific rituals of the city pertain only to those of origin descent and therefor are only allowed to attend those specific rituals (i.e the coming-of-age ceremony).
	[[File:Moonmaiden crystal.png\|thumb\|The original Moonmaiden crystal discovered by one of the original founders. ]]		[[File:Moonmaiden crystal.png\|thumb\|The original Moonmaiden crystal discovered by one of the original founders. ]]
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	The third Great Opening is reserved for those of the founding blood lines. Their celebration is similar in make up to that of the Equinox opening, although travel is not permitted during this opening and the founders do not make sand crystal out of the excess sand. Instead, they unveil the “Original” Moonmaiden crystal and bring it up to the surface to receive direct light from [[Selûne]] herself.		The third Great Opening is reserved for those of the founding blood lines. Their celebration is similar in make up to that of the Equinox opening, although travel is not permitted during this opening and the founders do not make sand crystal out of the excess sand. Instead, they unveil the “Original” Moonmaiden crystal and bring it up to the surface to receive direct light from [[Selûne]] herself.

	=== ~~The~~ ~~Political Climate~~ ===		=== Serpentine Totem ===
			'''Serpentine Totems''' were sometimes used by the Mercan to overcome the affects of other gods, such as allowing them to cast magic inside the city of [[Al'Adeaf]] which otherwise was protected by the [[Sanctity of the Markets]] blessing.

			== The Political Climate ==
	Although the origins of the exact settlement are unknown, historians of the young city believe it to be the result of a few visionary minds that first proposed the idea of Merca to a few tens of burrowing Yuanti nests.		Although the origins of the exact settlement are unknown, historians of the young city believe it to be the result of a few visionary minds that first proposed the idea of Merca to a few tens of burrowing Yuanti nests.

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	=== Foreign Relations ===		== Foreign Relations ==
	While they are well known in the circles of underground society’s in [[Pteris]], not many land mammals are aware of Merca’s existence. The entrances to their underground city are well hidden and requires one to be able to hold their breath for a considerable amount of time (to burrow beneath the sand). The only other way into the city would be during one the “Great Opening” ceremonies in which they open a ceiling to the night sky and allow citizens passage in and out.		While they are well known in the circles of underground society’s in [[Pteris]], not many land mammals are aware of Merca’s existence. The entrances to their underground city are well hidden and requires one to be able to hold their breath for a considerable amount of time (to burrow beneath the sand). The only other way into the city would be during one the “Great Opening” ceremonies in which they open a ceiling to the night sky and allow citizens passage in and out.

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	One currently growing popular trade in the city came from [[Bellovik]]. In exchange for the design of a new city hall, [[Bellovik]] traded a few cultivators in the business of swarm-keeping, in which different insects are farmed and trained as another resource of food, and defense for the city.		One currently growing popular trade in the city came from [[Bellovik]]. In exchange for the design of a new city hall, [[Bellovik]] traded a few cultivators in the business of swarm-keeping, in which different insects are farmed and trained as another resource of food, and defense for the city.
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