Натхнення для сукні та вбрання Джен:

The inspirations for Jen's outfit:

Kōjolau are known in ancient Buyanski history for being rich enough to send sons (and sometimes daughters) to Daizhou to learn classics.

Self destruction in the name of imperial fantasies.

There are Norse cultures in my world too. And most of them don't like the word "v*king" as an offensive stereotype.

They also associate science with holiness, so certain cultures also consider Odin (as the god of knowledge) as the patron of scientists.

Many Buyanski are super-religious, even as they hate theocracy as associated with the Terran oppressors.

Hence bonfires to burn their grudges as sacrifices to the gods.

It's showing that they trust in the gods' power, so they can safely move on, knowing their beloved gods will help them.

During Buyan's war of independence against Terran rule, many people exhibited a violent urge to satisfy revenge.

To prevent citizens from joining the mob violence all over the island, they are encouraged to vent out their anger in art, bonfires, prayers, meditation, and writing.

3. Both. Though not obsessively, many people on Jerde pray and do rituals, due to their religious upbringing.

It's also used as a form of catharsis, whether in elaborate rites, art, or burning objects to "commit them to the gods" and encourage people to face their fears.