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Tao alexis: /* European Dress */

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European Dress

Maxwell at 18:09, 25 March 2023

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Tao alexis at 01:22, 16 April 2022

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Tao alexis at 21:34, 30 December 2021

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Tao alexis: /* Chinese Dress */

2021-12-07T21:32:20Z

Chinese Dress

Tao alexis: /* Hindi Dress */

2021-12-07T21:31:55Z

Hindi Dress

Tao alexis: /* Hindi Dress */

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Hindi Dress

Tao alexis: /* Hindi Dress */

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Hindi Dress

Tao alexis: /* Hindi Dress */

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Hindi Dress

Tao alexis: /* Persian Dress */

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Persian Dress

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 The '''male''' dresses in a short trouser around his bottom; this hangs to the knee and takes the place of a loincloth.  The shirt is loose-fitting and pulled over the head, laced in the upper part.  Woolen stocking pants, soft and thick, pull up to the waist; this includes a flap of fabric called a "codpiece" preserves modesty.  Overtop the shirt, a doublet — essentially a jacket — is added, with laces that sew the jacket to the hose, holding up the latter.  A robe fits across the shoulders and hangs to the knees; the front is worn open, so that the doublet's visible, with the robe tied at the waist.  A workman would wear an apron.  In rough weather or for general travel, a cloak, with or without a "mantle" (extra cloth over the shoulders) and a hood is worn over the rest.  Low boots to the ankles, or high boots to the knees, and a durable hat completes the wardrobe.
-The '''female''' begins with a chemise, a simple, linen sleeved-smock that hangs to her knees and is worn without undergarments – practical, as the woman must always squat when she goes.  A frock is worn over the gown, and sometimes more than one for warmth; this is pulled on, over the head.  A belt ties at the waist over the dress, giving the garments shape.  Gathers, pleats or tocks are a waste of fabric for peasants.  Over this, she wears a surcoat, a sleeveless over-tunic, which is open on the sides enabling the woman access to tools on her belt.  An apron might be worn, or she might tie a large kerchief about her waist as something on which to wipe her hands.  She wears long woollen stockings that come to the tops of her thighs; these are bound in place, so they wouldn't fall down, by garters of cloth strips, or woven beneath the knee.  The stockings fit in short boots.  She binds her hair with a wide headcloth, then fits a kerchief or cap overtop the cloth so that her hair isn't visible.  This cap is pinned in place.  Women, like men, don a cloak in poor weather or for travel.
+The '''female''' begins with a chemise, a simple, linen sleeved-smock that hangs to her knees and is worn without undergarments – practical, as the woman must always squat when she goes.  A frock is worn over the gown, and sometimes more than one for warmth; this is pulled on, over the head.  A belt ties at the waist over the dress, giving the garments shape.  Gathers, pleats or tocks are a waste of fabric for peasants.  An apron might be worn, or she might tie a large kerchief about her waist as something on which to wipe her hands.  She wears long woollen stockings that come to the tops of her thighs; these are bound in place, so they wouldn't fall down, by garters of cloth strips, or woven beneath the knee.  The stockings fit in short boots.  She binds her hair with a wide headcloth, then fits a kerchief or cap overtop the cloth so that her hair isn't visible.  This cap is pinned in place.  Women, like men, don a cloak in poor weather or for travel.
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 '''Clothing''' describes a wide range of subjects related to the growing and shearing of [[Fibres|fibres]], the making of [[Cloth-making (sage ability)|cloth]], [[Clothing Fashion|fashion]] and [[Regional Dress|regional dress]].  The amount and type of clothing worn relates to climate, social factors, race and gender; garments cover the body, footwear covers the feet, gloves cover the hands, while hats and headgear cover the head.  [[Jewellery]] is not generally considered an item of clothing, but play an important role in overall presentation.
-This page addresses primarily the subject of everyday wearables that serve as protection from the elements, harsh environments and in labour — those worn by ordinary persons and party adventurers.  Descriptions below are not meant to present an accurate scholarly treatison every form of existing Earth customs during the 17th century, but rather to provide some detail for player characters that will ground them in an overview of common dress and habit for different parts of the game world.  Specific fashion choices and unique dress items can be provided for players through the [[Equipment|equipment]] list, should such be desired.
+This page addresses primarily the subject of everyday wearables that serve as protection from the elements, harsh environments and in labour — those worn by ordinary persons and party adventurers.  Descriptions below are not meant to present an accurate scholarly treatise on every form of existing Earth customs during the 17th century, but rather to provide some detail for player characters that will ground them in an overview of common dress and habit for different parts of the game world.  Specific fashion choices and unique dress items can be provided for players through the [[Equipment|equipment]] list, should such be desired.
 == Fabrics & Design ==
 Due to a given fabric's weight and properties of [[Clothing Insulation|insulation]], [[Sub-arctic Climate|sub-arctic climates]] prefer a mix of [[Furs (material)|fur]] and [[Leather (material)|leather]] for warmth; [[Temperate Climate|temperate climates]] prefer [[Woollens (material)|woollens]]; warm temperate areas and [[Sub-tropical Climate|sub-tropics]] tend towards [[Linens (material)|linen]] and [[Cotton (material)|cotton]]; while [[Tropical Climate|tropical climates]] will tend towards much less clothing with open woven fibres such as [[Hemp (material)|hemp]] or [[Ramie (material)|ramie]].  [[Silk (material)|Silk]] is more common in the Far East than anywhere else, though parts of Europe have by the 17th century acquired silk worms and transplanted mulberry trees.
-In colder seasons, clothing tends to be layered and pressed tight to the figure, in order to form air pockets inside the clothes that are warmed by the body, serving as insulation.  Loose-fitting clothes with less layers predominate in warmer months.  However, in extremely hot climates, particularly in the [[Desert (range)|desert]] where protection against the sun is desperately needed, an inner layer of muslin cotton is adopted so that the body's sweat will produce a continuouosly wet insulation layer between the body and the harsh dry temperature.  This is less needed in wet tropical areas, where humidity is high and vegetation growth produces considerable shade; thus in wet tropics, virtual nakedness is practical.
+In colder seasons, clothing tends to be layered and pressed tight to the figure, in order to form air pockets inside the clothes that are warmed by the body, serving as insulation.  Loose-fitting clothes with less layers predominate in warmer months.  However, in extremely hot climates, particularly in the [[Desert (range)|desert]] where protection against the sun is desperately needed, an inner layer of muslin cotton is adopted so that the body's sweat will produce a continuously wet insulation layer between the body and the harsh dry temperature.  This is less needed in wet tropical areas, where humidity is high and vegetation growth produces considerable shade; thus in wet tropics, virtual nakedness is practical.
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-'''Clothing''' describes a wide range of subjects related to the growing and shearing of [[Fibres|fibres]], the making of [[Cloth-making|cloth]], [[Clothing Fashion|fashion]] and [[Regional Dress|regional dress]].  The amount and type of clothing worn relates to climate, social factors, race and gender; garments cover the body, footwear covers the feet, gloves cover the hands, while hats and headgear cover the head.  [[Jewellery]] is not generally considered an item of clothing, but play an important role in overall presentation.
+'''Clothing''' describes a wide range of subjects related to the growing and shearing of [[Fibres|fibres]], the making of [[Cloth-making (sage ability)|cloth]], [[Clothing Fashion|fashion]] and [[Regional Dress|regional dress]].  The amount and type of clothing worn relates to climate, social factors, race and gender; garments cover the body, footwear covers the feet, gloves cover the hands, while hats and headgear cover the head.  [[Jewellery]] is not generally considered an item of clothing, but play an important role in overall presentation.
 This page addresses primarily the subject of everyday wearables that serve as protection from the elements, harsh environments and in labour — those worn by ordinary persons and party adventurers.  Descriptions below are not meant to present an accurate scholarly treatison every form of existing Earth customs during the 17th century, but rather to provide some detail for player characters that will ground them in an overview of common dress and habit for different parts of the game world.  Specific fashion choices and unique dress items can be provided for players through the [[Equipment|equipment]] list, should such be desired.

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 == Fabrics & Design ==
-Due to a given fabric's weight and properties of [[Clothing Insulation|insulation]], [[Sub-arctic Climate|sub-arctic climates]] prefer a mix of [[Furs (material)|fur]] and [[Leather (material)|leather]] for warmth; [[Temperate Climate|temperate climates]] prefer [[Woollens (material)|woollens]]; warm temperate areas and [[Sub-tropical Climate|sub-tropics]] tend towards [[Linens (material)|linen]] and [[Cottons (material)|cotton]]; while [[Tropical Climate|tropical climates]] will tend towards much less clothing with open woven fibres such as [[Hemp (material)|hemp]] or [[Ramie (material)|ramie]].  [[Silk (material)|Silk]] is more common in the Far East than anywhere else, though parts of Europe have by the 17th century acquired silk worms and transplanted mulberry trees.
+Due to a given fabric's weight and properties of [[Clothing Insulation|insulation]], [[Sub-arctic Climate|sub-arctic climates]] prefer a mix of [[Furs (material)|fur]] and [[Leather (material)|leather]] for warmth; [[Temperate Climate|temperate climates]] prefer [[Woollens (material)|woollens]]; warm temperate areas and [[Sub-tropical Climate|sub-tropics]] tend towards [[Linens (material)|linen]] and [[Cotton (material)|cotton]]; while [[Tropical Climate|tropical climates]] will tend towards much less clothing with open woven fibres such as [[Hemp (material)|hemp]] or [[Ramie (material)|ramie]].  [[Silk (material)|Silk]] is more common in the Far East than anywhere else, though parts of Europe have by the 17th century acquired silk worms and transplanted mulberry trees.
 In colder seasons, clothing tends to be layered and pressed tight to the figure, in order to form air pockets inside the clothes that are warmed by the body, serving as insulation.  Loose-fitting clothes with less layers predominate in warmer months.  However, in extremely hot climates, particularly in the [[Desert (range)|desert]] where protection against the sun is desperately needed, an inner layer of muslin cotton is adopted so that the body's sweat will produce a continuouosly wet insulation layer between the body and the harsh dry temperature.  This is less needed in wet tropical areas, where humidity is high and vegetation growth produces considerable shade; thus in wet tropics, virtual nakedness is practical.

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	Regardless of dress, overtop of these described clothes the adventurer wears the "magua," a waist-length jacket with short, wide sleeves, tied with a wide leather belt; the effect functions much like a riding jacket.		Regardless of dress, overtop of these described clothes the adventurer wears the "magua," a waist-length jacket with short, wide sleeves, tied with a wide leather belt; the effect functions much like a riding jacket.
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		+	== Japanese Dress ==

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	'''Women''' traditionally wear the "kurti," which is a short, mid-thigh length tunic, with a "gharara," a pair of wide-legged pants that are ruched at the knees so that they flare out dramatically. The northwest subcontinent favours the "sari," which is wrapped around the whole body, one of the ends being thrown over the right shoulder. The hair is worn under a veil that leaves the face free.		'''Women''' traditionally wear the "kurti," which is a short, mid-thigh length tunic, with a "gharara," a pair of wide-legged pants that are ruched at the knees so that they flare out dramatically. The northwest subcontinent favours the "sari," which is wrapped around the whole body, one of the ends being thrown over the right shoulder. The hair is worn under a veil that leaves the face free.

−	The heat and humidity of the subcontinent makes virtually any heavy clothing, ~~even~~ armour, impractical. Adventurers tend to adopt forms of Islamic dress, with a turban, or an "achkan," a knee-length jacket	+	The heat and humidity of the subcontinent makes virtually any heavy clothing, especially armour, impractical. Adventurers tend to adopt forms of Islamic dress, with a turban, or an "achkan," a knee-length jacket that's heavier and tighter than the Persian pirahan, worn over the pajama — once the under pajama is soaked wet with sweat, the jacket is both durable and comfortable even in hot weather.
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		+	== Chinese Dress ==
		+	==== China Proper ====
		+	During the time period represented by the game world, both '''men and women''' wore voluminous clothing — a long robe with wide sleeves for men, a shorter robe worn over a wide skir for women. Except in the north, which adopted a Mongolian-Manchu form of dress, cotton had become the characteristic fabric worn by Chinese peasants and workers, with batting used for padding in winter garments. Artisans tended towards an indigo-dyed cotton jacket worn over calf-length trousers for men or a skirt for women.
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		+	Adventurers wore the dragon robe, "yuanlingshan," regardless of sex; a rigorous gown with a rounded collar, worn as an outer robe and belted at the waist. This flared out just below the knees and covered the arms loosely, narrowing at the wrist. Made of tightly woven padded silk, the effect provided the equivalent of padded armour; leather or metal armour would be worn overtop in Western China, where high altitudes and cooler climates made this possible. On the lowlands, no other armour was worn. Heavy booted slippers and a high rounded cap were traditional.
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		+	==== Manchu China ====
		+	In the colder north of China, '''men''' wore the "changshan," a long jacket robe that buttoned from the waist to the neck. This is made of silk over a lining of wool. In southern parts that have begun to copy the Manchu dress — following the domination of the Manchu's rule over China — the wool is replaced with cotton. Beneath the jacket, men wear the long skirt of the Han dynasty, reaching to the ankles. The arrangement worn by '''women''' is similar; the '''qipao''' is a high-necked, closely fitted and often short-sleeved dress; again, the Han skirt is worn beneath this.
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		+	Regardless of dress, overtop of these described clothes the adventurer wears the "magua," a waist-length jacket with short, wide sleeves, tied with a wide leather belt; the effect functions much like a riding jacket.

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	This describes primarily dress worn by Hindus of the Indian subcontinent. Moghul Islamic dress incorporates elements of both Hindu India and Persian dress, described above.		This describes primarily dress worn by Hindus of the Indian subcontinent. Moghul Islamic dress incorporates elements of both Hindu India and Persian dress, described above.

−	~~Commonly~~, '''~~males~~''' wear a "pajama," a shirt-and-trouser combination made of soft, lightweight cotton, which breathes well in a humid climate and dries easily during the wet season. Trousers tie at the waist, while the shirt pulls over the head, has an open neck and short sleeves without cuffs.	+	Among the multitude, '''men''' wear a "pajama," a shirt-and-trouser combination made of soft, lightweight cotton, which breathes well in a humid climate and dries easily during the wet season. Trousers tie at the waist, while the shirt pulls over the head, has an open neck and short sleeves without cuffs. A variant is the '''churidar''', also worn by women; worn in south India, the trousers fit tightly to the legs, made of cotton that may be stretched and fitted to the leg with horizontal folds called "bangles." This extra cloth eases, making it possible for the wearer to bend the knees and sit comfortably. The head is shaved or cut very short. Varying jewelry and embroidered slippers are embraced by both sexes.
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		+	'''Women''' traditionally wear the "kurti," which is a short, mid-thigh length tunic, with a "gharara," a pair of wide-legged pants that are ruched at the knees so that they flare out dramatically. The northwest subcontinent favours the "sari," which is wrapped around the whole body, one of the ends being thrown over the right shoulder. The hair is worn under a veil that leaves the face free.
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		+	The heat and humidity of the subcontinent makes virtually any heavy clothing, even armour, impractical. Adventurers tend to adopt forms of Islamic dress, with a turban, or an "achkan," a knee-length jacket

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	== Hindi Dress ==		== Hindi Dress ==
	This describes primarily dress worn by Hindus of the Indian subcontinent. Moghul Islamic dress incorporates elements of both Hindu India and Persian dress, described above.		This describes primarily dress worn by Hindus of the Indian subcontinent. Moghul Islamic dress incorporates elements of both Hindu India and Persian dress, described above.
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		+	Commonly, '''males''' wear a "pajama," a shirt-and-trouser combination made of soft, lightweight cotton, which breathes well in a humid climate and dries easily during the wet season. Trousers tie at the waist, while the shirt pulls over the head, has an open neck and short sleeves without cuffs.

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	== Hindi Dress ==		== Hindi Dress ==
		+	This describes primarily dress worn by Hindus of the Indian subcontinent. Moghul Islamic dress incorporates elements of both Hindu India and Persian dress, described above.

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	Typically, padded and metal armour isn't worn in the region due to the extremes of heat and cold, since Persia has a continental climate. Forms of [[Leather Armour\|leather armour]] that incorporate elements of the Persian's outerwear are more popular than ordinary pieces of leather; virtually every suit is made specifically for the wearer, a process that requires about two weeks.		Typically, padded and metal armour isn't worn in the region due to the extremes of heat and cold, since Persia has a continental climate. Forms of [[Leather Armour\|leather armour]] that incorporate elements of the Persian's outerwear are more popular than ordinary pieces of leather; virtually every suit is made specifically for the wearer, a process that requires about two weeks.
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		+	== Hindi Dress ==