![]() Īlthough all Chessentans had these traits in common, each city also boasted its own customs and heroes, worshiped its own gladiatorial champions, and competed with the other cities with great zeal. In the 15th century DR, Chessentans also developed a deep-seated mistrust of all things arcane, because of their enmity with High Imaskar. ĭespite such progressiveness, Chessentans practiced slavery, and most of their slaves were elves, although this practice was less widespread than in the nations of the Old Empires, and a slave-owner could grant a slave freedom at any time. Chessenta’s sizable middle class controlled the country’s economy, with a government that encouraged prosperity for all, so tax revenues were high. Chessentans also loved sports and their athletic competitions were popular events, particularly wrestling, and almost every citizen had some skill at fighting. Theatres and libraries were commonplace, and even in smaller cities such poetry and philosophy were practiced in public squares. įew nations in all Faerûn were as erudite in philosophy, astronomy, poetry, and history as Chessenta. The title of War Hero was one of the greatest honors a person could earn, and usually any particular battle only had one person worthy of such a title. This dedication to war suits the Chessentans well, for their nation has prospered through the conflicts between their rival cities. While they appreciated the fine arts and theatre, the culture of the Chessentans revolved around war and war heroes. ![]() Seen by outsiders as a drunken and riotous people, Chessentans had a well-earned reputation as fierce warriors and cunning tacticians. The Chessentans were a passionate people, always living to the fullest and never doing things half-way. ![]()
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