Meshchera Culture
Commands
The following command will set your culture to 'Meshchera.'
The following command will change the culture of the specified county to 'Meshchera.'
Information
| Name | Meshchera |
| Culture ID | meshchera |
| Heritage | Volga-Finnic |
| Ethos | Stoic |
| Language | Volga-Finnic |
| Architecture | Continental European |
| Fashion | Northern European |
| Coat of Arms | Eurasian Steppe |
| Military Equipment | Northern European |
Overview
The Meshchera, also known as Meschera, is an ethnic group native to Russia, particularly the area east of Moscow. They have often been described as a Finno-Ugric people due to similarities in their language and customs to the Finnish and Hungarian cultures. Their history dates back to the early Middle Ages, making their culture one of the oldest in the region.
The Meshchera resided in swamps and lowlands, offering a unique way of life. They were skilled hunters, fishers, and beekeepers, which made them proficient at surviving and thriving in their swampy territories.
Their societal structure was tribal, with clans forming the basis of their communities. This tight-knit structure was important for survival and helped to perpetuate their way of life for centuries.
Despite facing several invasions, the Meshchera managed to preserve their unique culture and traditions. However, over time, they gradually assimilated with the Russian people due to socio-economic and political changes.
Unique aspects of Meshchera culture include their traditional clothing, rituals, and folklore. Meshchera's folk tales often reflected their respect for nature and the forces beyond their control, as seen in their tribal customs.
Though the Meshchera ethnicity is now largely extinct, its impact on regional folklore, tradition, and history remains significant. Today, the Meshchera people and their culture are a compelling case study in the rich tapestry of Russia's cultural history.
Stoic Ethos
Stoic Ethos
This culture believes in standing strong like a mountain, taking any and all hardships that life may throw at them and enduring them all with grim determination and an indomitable spirit.
- +5 Defender Advantage
- -15% Stress Gain
- -15% Friendly Fatal Casualties
- +0.25 Disease Resistance Health Boost
Each culture will have an ethos, which represents the core values, principles and attitude towards life that the culture has. It also determines which court types are available for kingdoms and empires.
Meshchera Traditions
- Musical Theorists
- Religion Blending
- Culture Blending with Royal Court
Each culture will have several traditions, which represent the main customs of a culture and can grant various effects. A culture can have up to five traditions in the tribal era, with every additional era reached granting an additional slot for Traditions.
Meshchera Architecture
Continental European
