
(08-20-2017, 06:48 AM)Valic Wrote:
In the original JP, the Mol tribe specifically addresses obeying the will of the kami through their shaman, respectively localized as "elder gods" and "udgan." The way and context they use it is more aligned with the RL Shinto view of kami: nature spirits in their surroundings and day-to-day lives. The Oronir tribe directly worship the sun god Azim and claim to be his descendants (similar to RL Japan and their emperor), while the Kagon worship the moon goddess Nhaama.
Bear in mind that Othard is a big continent with yet-unexplored locations and customs, such as Dalmasca. It's not all a Japan / Asia analogue. A quest line in the Azim Steppe deals with a Kugane merchant coming to Reunion with zero knowledge of their ways and customs, and having to learn them. The Xaela tribes took inspiration from ancient Mongolian tribes, so you'll want to read up on them for further comparison.