Manners and etiquette in YN

[Orrovia]

Basics

Is your nation considered "socially conservative"? Yes, both regionally and globaly.
Which of these behaviours are acceptable in public?
([o] for acceptable, [x] for unacceptable)
[o] Breastfeeding
[x] Burping
[o] Displays of affection
[x] Dressing provocatively
[o] Eating
[o] Intoxication
[x] Passing gas
[x] Ranting about personal issues
[o] Smoking
[x] Swearing
[x] Taking photos of other people
[x] Wearing beach attire
[x] Wearing sport attire
[x] Wearing pyjamas
[x] Yawning without covering mouth

Interactions

How do people say "hello" and "goodbye"? Ae, Ete; Arvedreme, Bòna (time of day).
What do people usually do when greeting each other? Military salute or hug and kiss on the cheek.
Is it expected to greet the owner when entering and leaving a store? Yes
Is it expected to greet the driver when boarding and leaving a bus? Yes
Are titles (Mr/Mrs/Miss) used? Yes, and they are obligatory outside of family members.
Does the national language have familiar and polite forms of "you"? Yes, and they are obligatory outside of family.

Table manners

Are good table manners considered important in your nation? Yes
How are utensils supposed to be used? One primarily uses their right hand for both cutting and eating. Eating anything that is not be greasy or messy with utensils would be considered bizarre and foreign.
When is it acceptable to begin eating? When the host greets everyone after they have sat down.
(At restaurants) Who pays for the meal? The host or the inviter, or the member with the highest status.
How much is the tip/service charge? Tipping at all is considered odd, but not insulting.
Which of these behaviours are acceptable during meals?
([o] for acceptable, [x] for unacceptable)
[x] Asking for seconds (The host is expected to offer seconds, after which one may accept or decline)
[x] Checking an electronic device
[x] Chewing with mouth open
[x] Discussing politics or religion
[x] Food left over on plate
[o] Eating before everyone is served
[o] Elbows on table
[o] Hands below table
[o] Leaving the table to use the toilet
[o] Not tipping
[o] Over-tipping
[x] Refusing to try a dish (incredibly insulting to the host)
[x] Separating the bill (the inviter(s) or person of the highest rank is expected to cover all)
[x] Slurping or smacking sounds
[x] Speaking on mobile phone
[x] Speaking with mouth full
[x] Spilling food or drinks on other people
[x] Taking photos of the food

Business

What is the dress code for most businesses? Formal tunics.
Is punctuality considered important in your nation? Yes
What language is business conducted in? Orrovian, occasionally Trabadian
How should bosses and coworkers be addressed? By their title and their family name.
Is hierarchy a strong part of your nation's business culture? Yes

Giving gifts

Are gifts expected when visiting someone's home? Yes
Are gifts expected between business associates? No
Are students expected to bring gifts to their teachers? No
When are gifts supposed to be opened? When the giver and receiver are in each other's company, at earliest convenience. (No waiting till all gifts are received and opening them all at once).
What are some gifts to avoid? Anything is fine, except that subordinates should not give a gift of more value than their superiors.

[Frenequesta]

Basics

Is your nation considered "socially conservative"? No. Those who disagree prefer the term “traditional.”
Which of these behaviours are acceptable in public?
([o] for acceptable, [x] for unacceptable)
[o] Breastfeeding
[o] Burping
[x] Displays of affection
[o] Dressing provocatively
[o] Eating
[x] Intoxication
[o] Passing gas
[x] Ranting about personal issues
[x] Smoking
[x] Swearing
[o] Taking photos of other people
[o] Wearing beach attire
[o] Wearing sport attire
[o] Wearing pyjamas
[x] Yawning without covering mouth

Interactions

How do people say "hello" and "goodbye"?
English: Hello/Goodbye
Equestrian: Čourr djish ponu/Soum’us gärrösh*
German: Guten Tag/Auf Wiedersehen
Mandarin Chinese: 你好/再见 (nǐ hǎo/zàijiàn）
*Ultimately, the proper phrase for “goodbye” depends on what the speakers talked about in the conversation, but this is the most polite general idiom.
What do people usually do when greeting each other? The most common gesture when greeting is to bow or shake hands. Ponies tend not to do anything special, although some might shake hooves with other Ponies.
Is it expected to greet the owner when entering and leaving a store? Yes in the Neighlander region (where Pony culture is dominant), no elsewhere.
Is it expected to greet the driver when boarding and leaving a bus? Yes in the Neighlander region, no elsewhere.
Are titles (Mr/Mrs/Miss) used? Generally not with Ponies, yes with humans.
Does the national language have familiar and polite forms of "you"? English does not; German and Equestrian have fairly standard T-V distinctions, while Chinese has the distinction plus a number of revived honorifics.
Table manners

Are good table manners considered important in your nation? Absolutely.
How are utensils supposed to be used? With Western utensils, one eats Continental-style (the fork always in the left hand). Chopsticks are always used with the right hand.
When is it acceptable to begin eating? It depends on your host; many expect you to wait ten seconds after being served, otherwise, there is no expectation that everyone else be served first. Most meals are served family-style anyway, even in very formal settings, so the problem never really comes up. Families that say grace do so before serving the food altogether, often to emphasize that the purpose of the meal is to commune as a family and not merely to eat.
(At restaurants) Who pays for the meal? Paying Dutch is expected unless the meal is intended as a gift or business expense.
How much is the tip/service charge? There is a 15% service charge mandated by law. Tipping is considered rude except in the Neighlander region, and even then it is only acceptable if you personally know the server, cooks, manager, or owner of the restaurant, which means that it must be given in the recipient’s presence.
Which of these behaviours are acceptable during meals?
([o] for acceptable, [x] for unacceptable)
[o] Asking for seconds
[o/x] Checking an electronic device (English and German speakers consider it more acceptable than Chinese and Equestrian speakers, but none find it acceptable when another person is talking.)
[x] Chewing with mouth open
[o] Discussing politics or religion
[o] Food left over on plate (not in itself, but it is rude to throw food away)
[o] Eating before everyone is served (see above for more info)
[o] Elbows on table
[o] Hands below table
[o] Leaving the table to use the toilet [Fun Fact: In Equestrian, the word for “sh*t” and the phrase for “excuse me” are etymologically related.]
[o] Not tipping (we assume you mean beyond any service charge; not paying the service charge is considered petty theft)
[x] Over-tipping
[o] Refusing to try a dish
[o] Separating the bill
[x] Slurping or smacking sounds
[x] Speaking on mobile phone
[x] Speaking with mouth full
[x] Spilling food or drinks on other people (that’s not just rude; that might be assault and battery!)
[o] Taking photos of the food

Business

What is the dress code for most businesses? Most businesses expect at least business casual in all general cases; conservative dress when dealing with international clients or customers. Ponies, of course, often go naked anyway.
Is punctuality considered important in your nation? Yes. People are expected to either be early or on time.
What language is business conducted in? Generally is the dominant language of the company, which is usually either English or Equestrian. With international clients or customers, it is conducted in the client or customer’s preferred language.
How should bosses and coworkers be addressed? Bosses get the language’s equivalent of “Sir” or “Madam” unless the boss says otherwise. Coworkers are often referred to on a first-name basis even if one has just met them.
Is hierarchy a strong part of your nation's business culture? No. Managers are seen as mere technical experts, perhaps with more business acumen, to whom one gives practical deference. It is not uncommon (but not particularly common either) for subordinate workers to override a manager’s decision by majority vote and a written explanation, which is allowed in many collective bargaining agreements without an enforceable managerial rights clause (and even some that do, and most corporate workplaces have some sort of CBA as mandated by law).

Giving gifts

Are gifts expected when visiting someone's home? No.
Are gifts expected between business associates? No.
Are students expected to bring gifts to their teachers? No.
When are gifts supposed to be opened? They may be opened immediately.
What are some gifts to avoid? No gift is totally off limits or a faux pas, but some are typically not preferred:

• Clocks (especially with Chinese speakers)
• Electronic Devices, especially newly-developed ones (particularly with bilingual English and Equestrian-speaking Ponies, where the Equestrian word for “technology” sounds a bit like the English “nothing”)
• Mass-Produced Foods, including Candies and Chocolates (and Ponies also expect further that if you do give food as a gift, it must have been made by yourself)
• Money and Gift Cards without a suggestion of what to buy with it
• Wine, Beer, Liquors

Rules of the road

Which of these behaviours are acceptable on roads?
([o] for acceptable, [x] for unacceptable)
[x] Cyclist disobeying red light
[x] Driving too fast
[x] Driving too slow
[x] Flashing the headlights
[o] Hitchhiking
[x] Honking the horn
[x] Jaywalking
[x] Not signalling a turn
[x] Playing loud music
[x] Speaking on mobile phone
[x] Taking up more than one lane
[x] Taking up more than one parking space
[x] Tailgating
[x] Texting on mobile phone

[Cezire]

Basics

Is your nation considered "socially conservative"? Yes, with a mild Islamic tint
Which of these behaviours are acceptable in public?
([o] for acceptable, [x] for unacceptable)
[x] Breastfeeding
[x] Burping
[o] Displays of affection
[o] Dressing provocatively
[o] Eating
[x] Intoxication
[x] Passing gas
[o] Ranting about personal issues
[o] Smoking
[x] Swearing
[x] Taking photos of other people
[x] Wearing beach attire
[o] Wearing sport attire
[x] Wearing pyjamas
[o] Yawning without covering mouth

Interactions

How do people say "hello" and "goodbye"? "Merhaba" and "Güle güle", both informal
What do people usually do when greeting each other? Handshake, or more formally: right hand on chest/heart and a light bow. With elders, you bow, kiss their hand and very briefly touch it with your forehead.
Is it expected to greet the owner when entering and leaving a store? Yes
Is it expected to greet the driver when boarding and leaving a bus? Yes
Are titles (Mr/Mrs/Miss) used? Yes, "sayın" is the term for both genders
Does the national language have familiar and polite forms of "you"? Yes, in a way

Table manners

Are good table manners considered important in your nation? Yes, very
How are utensils supposed to be used? Fork in right, knife in left
When is it acceptable to begin eating? When everyone has received their food, and/or when the host is seated and preparing to eat
(At restaurants) Who pays for the meal? Head of the family, or generally the male
How much is the tip/service charge? 10%
Which of these behaviours are acceptable during meals?
([o] for acceptable, [x] for unacceptable)
[o] Asking for seconds
[x] Checking an electronic device
[x] Chewing with mouth open
[x] Discussing politics or religion
[o] Food left over on plate
[x] Eating before everyone is served
[o] Elbows on table
[o] Hands below table
[o] Leaving the table to use the toilet
[o] Not tipping
[o] Over-tipping
[x] Refusing to try a dish
[o] Separating the bill
[x] Slurping or smacking sounds
[x] Speaking on mobile phone
[x] Speaking with mouth full
[x] Spilling food or drinks on other people
[x] Taking photos of the food

Business

What is the dress code for most businesses? Formal or light formal
Is punctuality considered important in your nation? It is valued, though definitely not widely observed
What language is business conducted in? Cezirean (close to Turkish) and English
How should bosses and coworkers be addressed? "Hanımefendi" for female, "Beyefendi" for male (or just first name followed by Hanım or Bey)
Is hierarchy a strong part of your nation's business culture? Yes

Giving gifts

Are gifts expected when visiting someone's home? Yes
Are gifts expected between business associates? Yes
Are students expected to bring gifts to their teachers? No
When are gifts supposed to be opened? Not immediately, but while the guests are present (food/drink should be shared with guests)
What are some gifts to avoid? Intimate/too personal/suggestive ones

Rules of the road

Which of these behaviours are acceptable on roads?
([o] for acceptable, [x] for unacceptable)
[o] Cyclist disobeying red light
[o] Driving too fast
[x] Driving too slow
[x] Flashing the headlights
[o] Hitchhiking
[o] Honking the horn
[o] Jaywalking
[o] Not signalling a turn
[o] Playing loud music
[o] Speaking on mobile phone
[x] Taking up more than one lane
[x] Taking up more than one parking space
[x] Tailgating
[o] Texting on mobile phone

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[Azadistan-land of the free]

Basics

Is your nation considered "socially conservative"? Perhaps, Azadistan is a strict Islamic society society that lives by the Noble Quran and values chivalry.
Which of these behaviours are acceptable in public?
([o] for acceptable, [x] for unacceptable)
[o] Breastfeeding
[X]Burping
[depends{Displays of affection
[x] Dressing provocatively
[o] Eating
[x] Intoxication
[x] Passing gas
[x] Ranting about personal issues
[x] Smoking
[x] Swearing
[x] Taking photos of other people
[x] Wearing beach attire
[x] Wearing sport attire
[x] Wearing pyjamas
[x] Yawning without covering mouth

Interactions

How do people say "hello" and "goodbye"?
As-salaam Alaykum
What do people usually do when greeting each other? Shake hands,if it is a woman or a man whom you wish to show deference to you kiss their hand..
Is it expected to greet the owner when entering and leaving a store? Yes. It is very disrespectful if you don't.
Is it expected to greet the driver when boarding and leaving a bus? Yes. It is very disrespectful if you don't and you are banned from buses.
Are titles (Mr/Mrs/Miss) used? Titles are very important, especially with revered members of society like professors,judges, millitary leaders,Kings/queens and doctors.
Brother/Bhai( Mr): men
Sister:women in general
Little sister: younger, and unmarried women. Women must be both for it to be used
Sahib/Amir\Sir: a man in authority
Sahib/Amira/ma'am: a woman in authority
Sultan/shaykh: a male ruler
Sultana/shaykha: a female ruler or a rulers wife,daughter etc.


Table manners

Are good table manners considered important in your nation? Yes. Nothing is more important than being civilised,pious and cultured(which are expressed in first impressions by table manners).
How are utensils supposed to be used
When is it acceptable to begin eating? when prayers have been said
(At restaurants) Who pays for the meal? If it is a couple, the man always pays. For business,millitary and Partisan lunches, the boss or most senior person usually pays.
How much is the tip/service charge? All Azadistani restaurants include the service charge in the bill. Usually it is 5 to 10 percent
Which of these behaviours are acceptable during meals?
([o] for acceptable, [x] for unacceptable)
[o]Asking for seconds
[x] Checking an electronic device
[x] Chewing with mouth open
[o]Discussing politics or religion
[o] Food left over on plate
[x] Eating before everyone is served
[x] Elbows on table
[x] Hands below table
[x] Leaving the table to use the toilet
[o] Not tipping
[o] Over-tipping
[x] Refusing to try a dish
[x] Separating the bill
[x] Slurping or smacking sounds
[x] Speaking on mobile phone
[x] Speaking with mouth full
[x] Spilling food or drinks on other people
[x] Taking photos of the food

Business

What is the dress code for most businesses? Azadistani are Don Corleone like when it comes to this and cultured, so many businesses dress very formally and high-quality. Either suits and ties or traditional dress with no t-shirts or jeans.
Is punctuality considered important in your nation? Yes along with productivity and good decision-making.
What language is business conducted in? Arabic,Persian,English,Japanese or Urdu depending on the language of the highest ranking person.
How should bosses and coworkers be addressed? co-workers as brother etc. Bosses as either the same or as sir/ma'am/sahib etc.
Is hierarchy a strong part of your nation's business culture? Yes, companies operate on the idea that bosses have earns that place(social mobility is high)

Giving gifts

Are gifts expected when visiting someone's home? It is very rare to be invited to a Azadistani woman's house, so you should always bring a2 gifts to thank your hostess and her husband etc.
Are gifts expected between business associates? No, this is considered disreputable if between different companies but generous if between colleagues.
Are students expected to bring gifts to their teachers? Yes, most students give their teachers gifts or flowers at the end of the school year.
When are gifts supposed to be opened? You should wait until all the guests leave before opening gifts.
What are some gifts to avoid?
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[*]Anything not sourced according to the recipients moral values.
Inferior or broken products
pornography
[*]Alcohol

Rules of the road

Which of these behaviours are acceptable on roads?
([o] for acceptable, [x] for unacceptable)
[x] Cyclist disobeying red light
[x] Driving too fast
[x] Driving too slow
[x] Flashing the headlights
[o] Hitchhiking
[x] Honking the horn
[o] Jaywalking
[x] Not signalling a turn
[x] Playing loud music
[x] Speaking on mobile phone
[x] Taking up more than one lane
[x] Taking up more than one parking space
[x] Tailgating
[x] Texting on mobile phone

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[b][u]Basics[/u][/b]

[b]Is your nation considered "socially conservative"?[/b]
[b]Which of these behaviours are acceptable in public?[/b]
([o] for acceptable, [x] for unacceptable)
[] Breastfeeding
[] Burping
[] Displays of affection
[] Dressing provocatively
[] Eating
[] Intoxication
[] Passing gas
[] Ranting about personal issues
[] Smoking
[] Swearing
[] Taking photos of other people
[] Wearing beach attire
[] Wearing sport attire
[] Wearing pyjamas
[] Yawning without covering mouth

[b][u]Interactions[/u][/b]

[b]How do people say "hello" and "goodbye"?[/b]
[b]What do people usually do when greeting each other?[/b]
[b]Is it expected to greet the owner when entering and leaving a store?[/b]
[b]Is it expected to greet the driver when boarding and leaving a bus?[/b]
[b]Are titles (Mr/Mrs/Miss) used?[/b]
[b]Does the national language have familiar and polite forms of "you"?[/b]

[b][u]Table manners[/u][/b]

[b]Are good table manners considered important in your nation?[/b]
[b]How are utensils supposed to be used?[/b]
[b]When is it acceptable to begin eating?[/b]
[b](At restaurants) Who pays for the meal?[/b]
[b]How much is the tip/service charge?[/b]
[b]Which of these behaviours are acceptable during meals?[/b]
([o] for acceptable, [x] for unacceptable)
[] Asking for seconds
[] Checking an electronic device
[] Chewing with mouth open
[] Discussing politics or religion
[] Food left over on plate
[] Eating before everyone is served
[] Elbows on table
[] Hands below table
[] Leaving the table to use the toilet
[] Not tipping
[] Over-tipping
[] Refusing to try a dish
[] Separating the bill
[] Slurping or smacking sounds
[] Speaking on mobile phone
[] Speaking with mouth full
[] Spilling food or drinks on other people
[] Taking photos of the food

[b][u]Business[/u][/b]

[b]What is the dress code for most businesses?[/b]
[b]Is punctuality considered important in your nation?[/b]
[b]What language is business conducted in?[/b]
[b]How should bosses and coworkers be addressed?[/b]
[b]Is hierarchy a strong part of your nation's business culture?[/b]

[b][u]Giving gifts[/u][/b]

[b]Are gifts expected when visiting someone's home?[/b]
[b]Are gifts expected between business associates?[/b]
[b]Are students expected to bring gifts to their teachers?[/b]
[b]When are gifts supposed to be opened?[/b]
[b]What are some gifts to avoid?[/b]

[b][u]Rules of the road[/u][/b]

[b]Which of these behaviours are acceptable on roads?[/b]
([o] for acceptable, [x] for unacceptable)
[] Cyclist disobeying red light
[] Driving too fast
[] Driving too slow
[] Flashing the headlights
[] Hitchhiking
[] Honking the horn
[] Jaywalking
[] Not signalling a turn
[] Playing loud music
[] Speaking on mobile phone
[] Taking up more than one lane
[] Taking up more than one parking space
[] Tailgating
[] Texting on mobile phone

[Xiazhai]

Basics

Is your nation considered "socially conservative"?
Which of these behaviours are acceptable in public?
([o] for acceptable, [x] for unacceptable)
[X] Breastfeeding
[X] Burping
[X] Displays of affection
[X] Dressing provocatively
[O] Eating
[X] Intoxication
[X] Passing gas
[O] Ranting about personal issues
[O] Smoking
[X] Swearing
[X] Taking photos of other people
[X] Wearing beach attire
[O] Wearing sport attire
[X] Wearing pyjamas
[X] Yawning without covering mouth

Interactions

How do people say "hello" and "goodbye"?
'Ässalamu läykum' (Greeting) and 'Wä'äläykum ässalam.' (Answering) for 'Hello'.

As for Goodbye, Zàijiàn (ذَﻰْﻛِﯿًﺎ) is one of the most common.
What do people usually do when greeting each other? Shake the hand of the other person.
Is it expected to greet the owner when entering and leaving a store?
Is it expected to greet the driver when boarding and leaving a bus?
Are titles (Mr/Mrs/Miss) used? Yes, for example:
ﺷِﯿًﺎ ﺷْﻊ (xiān sheng, Mr.)
ﻧُﻮْ شِ (nǚ shì, Ms.)
ﺗَﻰْ ﺗَﻰْ (tài tai, Mrs.)
ﺷِﯿَﻮْدِﻰٔ (xiǎojiě, Miss)

Does the national language have familiar and polite forms of "you"?
Yes, a polite form of "you" would be, نٍ (nǐn).

Table manners

Are good table manners considered important in your nation?
Yes, extremely.
How are utensils supposed to be used?
When is it acceptable to begin eating?
After reciting a du'a to ask for blessings from God to begin eating.
(At restaurants) Who pays for the meal?
It is usually the most senior person. If the group is mixed male-female, usually the male pays for the meal.
How much is the tip/service charge?
The service charge is 15% off the whole bill, with 10% being the actual service charge and 5% being the Business Tax.
Which of these behaviours are acceptable during meals?
([o] for acceptable, [x] for unacceptable)
[O] Asking for seconds
[O] Checking an electronic device
[O] Chewing with mouth open
[O] Discussing politics or religion
[X] Food left over on plate
[X] Eating before everyone is served
[X] Elbows on table
[X] Hands below table
[O] Leaving the table to use the toilet
[O] Not tipping
[O] Over-tipping
[X] Refusing to try a dish
[O] Separating the bill
[O] Slurping or smacking sounds
[X] Speaking on mobile phone
[O] Speaking with mouth full
[X] Spilling food or drinks on other people
[O] Taking photos of the food

Business

What is the dress code for most businesses?
Most businesses have their workers dress rather formally.
Is punctuality considered important in your nation?
Extremely important.
What language is business conducted in?
Mostly Xiazhainese, although businesses with an emphasis on foreign operations may conduct their business in other languages.
How should bosses and coworkers be addressed?
Is hierarchy a strong part of your nation's business culture?
Yes.

Giving gifts

Are gifts expected when visiting someone's home?
Yes.
Are gifts expected between business associates?
Yes.
Are students expected to bring gifts to their teachers?
Yes.
When are gifts supposed to be opened?
When the guests have already left.
What are some gifts to avoid?
Very personal or intimate gifts.

Rules of the road

Which of these behaviours are acceptable on roads?
([o] for acceptable, [x] for unacceptable)
[X] Cyclist disobeying red light
[X] Driving too fast
[X] Driving too slow
[O] Flashing the headlights
[O] Hitchhiking
[O] Honking the horn
[X] Jaywalking
[X] Not signalling a turn
[X] Playing loud music
[X] Speaking on mobile phone
[X] Taking up more than one lane
[X] Taking up more than one parking space
[X] Tailgating
[X] Texting on mobile phone

[Hathian Prime]

Basics

Is your nation considered "socially conservative"?
Yes, it is.
Which of these behaviours are acceptable in public?
([o] for acceptable, [x] for unacceptable)
[o] Breastfeeding(Certain circumstances)
[x] Burping
[o] Displays of affection
[x] Dressing provocatively
[o] Eating
[x] Intoxication
[x] Passing gas
[x] Ranting about personal issues
[o] Smoking
[x] Swearing
[o] Taking photos of other people
[o] Wearing beach attire(Certain locations)
[o] Wearing sport attire(see above)
[x] Wearing pyjamas
[x] Yawning without covering mouth

Interactions

How do people say "hello" and "goodbye"?
"Hallo" and "Auf Wiedersehen"
What do people usually do when greeting each other?
During non-formal events people will usually smile and hug each other. If two SOs are meeting, it is considered acceptable to give them a quick kiss. Formal event greetings are simple handshakes.
Is it expected to greet the owner when entering and leaving a store?
Yes, it is frowned upon to not do so.
Is it expected to greet the driver when boarding and leaving a bus?
Yes.
Are titles (Mr/Mrs/Miss) used?
All the time during formal events or when referring to Government workers.
Example: "Miss Volkya at the government agency denied my passport"
Does the national language have familiar and polite forms of "you"?
Yes, it does.
Table manners

Are good table manners considered important in your nation?
They are very important. It is taboo to eat most foods with one's hands.
How are utensils supposed to be used?
To cut apart food, drink/eat soup, and to pick up solid food.
When is it acceptable to begin eating?
When the host/head of family begins to eat.
(At restaurants) Who pays for the meal?
The males tend to pay, as it is seen as their duty.
How much is the tip/service charge?
tips are 10% and service charge is 20%
Which of these behaviours are acceptable during meals?
([o] for acceptable, [x] for unacceptable)
[o] Asking for seconds
[] Checking an electronic device(not invented yet)
[o] Chewing with mouth open
[o] Discussing politics or religion
[o] Food left over on plate
[x] Eating before everyone is served
[x] Elbows on table
[o] Hands below table
[o] Leaving the table to use the toilet
[x] Not tipping
[o] Over-tipping
[o] Refusing to try a dish
[o] Separating the bill
[x] Slurping or smacking sounds
[] Speaking on mobile phone(mobile phones do not exist)
[x] Speaking with mouth full
[x] Spilling food or drinks on other people
[o] Taking photos of the food

Business

What is the dress code for most businesses?
Formal clothing is a required. This includes tuxedos for men and fancy dresses for women. Women can also wear skirts and dress shirts with a jacket. The latter is more common for women.
Is punctuality considered important in your nation?
Very much so.
What language is business conducted in?
It is required to speak in Hathenian.
How should bosses and coworkers be addressed?
"Mr." or "Mrs./Miss" for non-government/military bosses. For military and government figures, refer to them by rank(Field General Speirs, Air Wardeness Hela). Coworkers are addressed by their last names.
Is hierarchy a strong part of your nation's business culture?
Very much so.
Giving gifts

Are gifts expected when visiting someone's home?
No, they are not.
Are gifts expected between business associates?
No.
Are students expected to bring gifts to their teachers?
No.
When are gifts supposed to be opened?
Whenever the giver gives permission or when the giver leaves the area.
What are some gifts to avoid?
Anything from Korthia
Stockings that are not black or white
Anything rusty unless it has historical significance
Anything from the Hathian Republic
Rules of the road
Which of these behaviours are acceptable on roads?
([o] for acceptable, [x] for unacceptable)
[x] Cyclist disobeying red light
[x] Driving too fast
[o] Driving too slow
[x] Flashing the headlights
[x] Hitchhiking
[x] Honking the horn
[x] Jaywalking
[x] Not signalling a turn
[x] Playing loud music
[] Speaking on mobile phone(MP do not exist yet)
[x] Taking up more than one lane
[x] Taking up more than one parking space
[x] Tailgating
[] Texting on mobile phone(See mobile phone)

[Strathy]

Basics

Is your nation considered "socially conservative"?
On the whole, no, Strathan's are fairly moderate. However, in polite company, certain standards are expected to be observed - these are highlighted as appropriate herein.
Which of these behaviours are acceptable in public?
([o] for acceptable, [x] for unacceptable)
[o] Breastfeeding (Dependent on one's company and situation. Fine in parks, cafés, etc. Not in restaurants, meetings, etc.)
[x] Burping
[o] Displays of affection (hand-holding, pecks on the lips or cheek, hugs, etc. Excessive affection beyond this is not generally accepted.)
[x] Dressing provocatively
[o] Eating
[x] Intoxication
[x] Passing gas
[x] Ranting about personal issues
[o] Smoking
[x] Swearing
[o] Taking photos of other people (With permission)
[x] Wearing beach attire
[x] Wearing sport attire
[x] Wearing pyjamas
[x] Yawning without covering mouth

Interactions

How do people say "hello" and "goodbye"? Variations on "good day", "good morning", "good afternoon", "good evening" in most Strathan languages are accepted as "hello" and "goodbye". Other variations within the various languages of the United Kingdom are also acceptable.
What do people usually do when greeting each other? A firm handshake, keeping eye contact.
Is it expected to greet the owner when entering and leaving a store? Yes, one normally thanks them on leaving
Is it expected to greet the driver when boarding and leaving a bus? Yes, one normally thanks them on leaving
Are titles (Mr/Mrs/Miss) used? Yes, this is an important aspect of formal society. One normally refers to someone by their title and family name unless requested to do otherwise. Dr. Smith, Mrs. Harris, etc. For nobility, one should address them with their proper styles on the first occasion (e.g., Your Grace, Your Lordship, etc.) and thereafter as "Sir" or "Ma'am".
Does the national language have familiar and polite forms of "you"? Strathan Standard English does not, nor does Strathisch. However, Gaidhlig has "thu" (informal) and "sibh" (formal). Many of the other regional languages also have separate forms of the second person depending on formality.

Table manners

Are good table manners considered important in your nation? Yes, this is still a value instilled in our school system
How are utensils supposed to be used? As they are laid out, from outside to inside. Fork in the left hand and the knife in the right, always. Spoons are generally held in the right hand, however, this is not strict and most people follow hand-preference for spoon use.
When is it acceptable to begin eating? Once all guests have received food and the most senior person has started their meal. In some cases, the most senior person may give grace, in which case, one should only start eating after the grace.
(At restaurants) Who pays for the meal? Formally, the most senior person at the table, i.e., bosses at a business meal, fathers at a family meal, etc. On a date between a man and a woman it was normally accepted that the man pays, however, in general for dating nowadays, the person who invited the other out pays. Splitting the bill is seen as acceptable as long as it is done efficiently so as not to inconvenience staff.
How much is the tip/service charge? There is no strict guideline here as most service staff earn a living wage. Customers may tip as they see fit for the service received, but there is no expectation.
Which of these behaviours are acceptable during meals?
([o] for acceptable, [x] for unacceptable)
[x] Asking for seconds
[x] Checking an electronic device
[x] Chewing with mouth open
[x] Discussing politics or religion
[o] Food left over on plate (In some areas, cleaning one's plate fully is seen as an insult to the chef by way of saying you were not provided with enough. This varies from region to region)
[x] Eating before everyone is served
[x] Elbows on table
[o] Hands below table (Hands on one's lap during a meal is considered perfectly acceptable)
[o] Leaving the table to use the toilet (One simply excuses oneself, there is no need to give a reason)
[o] Not tipping
[o] Over-tipping
[x] Refusing to try a dish
[o] Separating the bill
[x] Slurping or smacking sounds
[x] Speaking on mobile phone
[x] Speaking with mouth full
[x] Spilling food or drinks on other people
[x] Taking photos of the food

Business

What is the dress code for most businesses? Most businesses operate on either business-casual (shirt and trousers) or business attire (a full lounge suit). Smaller businesses may dress in causal wear, but for meetings, especially between companies, formal dress is normally advised.
Is punctuality considered important in your nation? Yes. A meeting is expected to begin at the scheduled time. Most people, therefore, arrive five to ten minutes in advance to ensure they are adequately prepared.
What language is business conducted in? In general, Strathan Standard English. However, smaller companies may operate in regional languages. Meetings between companies are always conducted in SSE.
How should bosses and coworkers be addressed? Always by their title and family name.
Is hierarchy a strong part of your nation's business culture? Yes. Interrupting a superior without good reason is deemed quite rude.

Giving gifts

Are gifts expected when visiting someone's home? For formal occasions, yes.
Are gifts expected between business associates? Not strictly, however, executives of large companies may present each other with a gift when meeting.
Are students expected to bring gifts to their teachers? It is not expected, but most students do at the end of the academic year.
When are gifts supposed to be opened? Straight away, one must insist that it's too much and then show surprise and gratitude when opening it. There are some rather intricate unwritten social rules around gift giving.
What are some gifts to avoid?
Roses (reserved for lovers)
Lilies (reserved for funerals)
Flowers in even numbers (reserved for funerals)
Foodstuffs liable to quick spoilage
Wine, unless of a reasonable quality

Rules of the road

Which of these behaviours are acceptable on roads?
([o] for acceptable, [x] for unacceptable)
[x] Cyclist disobeying red light
[x] Driving too fast
[x] Driving too slow
[o] Flashing the headlights (As a means of indicating one's presence to other road users)
[o] Hitchhiking
[x] Honking the horn
[o] Jaywalking
[x] Not signalling a turn
[x] Playing loud music
[x] Speaking on mobile phone (This is illegal under Road User Safety Act (2005))
[x] Taking up more than one lane (This is illegal under Road User Safety Act (2005))
[x] Taking up more than one parking space
[x] Tailgating (This is illegal under Road User Safety Act (2005))
[x] Texting on mobile phone (This is illegal under Road User Safety Act (2005))

[Rhodanthian]

Basics

Is your nation considered "socially conservative"?
Very much not, Rhodanthian is a very liberal, live and let live society.

Which of these behaviours are acceptable in public?
([o] for acceptable, [x] for unacceptable)
[o] Breastfeeding
[x] Burping
[o] Displays of affection
[o] Dressing provocatively
[o] Eating
[o] Intoxication
[x] Passing gas
[x] Ranting about personal issues
[o] Smoking
[o] Swearing
[o] Taking photos of other people
[o] Wearing beach attire
[o] Wearing sport attire
[o] Wearing pyjamas
[o] Yawning without covering mouth

Interactions

How do people say "hello" and "goodbye"?
In whatever variation they prefer for the situation and language.
What do people usually do when greeting each other?
A handshake in formal/business settings, a hug or more when with family/friends.
Is it expected to greet the owner when entering and leaving a store?
No.
Is it expected to greet the driver when boarding and leaving a bus?
It is expected to thank the driver upon exiting, but not boarding.
Are titles (Mr/Mrs/Miss) used?
Yes.
Does the national language have familiar and polite forms of "you"?
No.

Table manners

Are good table manners considered important in your nation?
Yes, but manners are much less strict than in other countries.
How are utensils supposed to be used?
No particular order, but with assigned uses: forks for holding food cut with a knife, spoons used to scoop and move food to the mouth.
When is it acceptable to begin eating?
When all people arrive at the table or give verbal consent to begin.
(At restaurants) Who pays for the meal?
Usually split between individuals or paid on an alternating basis (I'll pay this time, you next.)
How much is the tip/service charge?
Service charge varies by establishment; servers must be paid according to minimum wage laws.
Which of these behaviours are acceptable during meals?
([o] for acceptable, [x] for unacceptable)
[o] Asking for seconds
[o] Checking an electronic device
[x] Chewing with mouth open
[o] Discussing politics or religion
[x] Food left over on plate
[o] Eating before everyone is served
[o] Elbows on table
[o] Hands below table
[o] Leaving the table to use the toilet
[o] Not tipping
[o] Over-tipping
[o] Refusing to try a dish
[o] Separating the bill
[o] Slurping or smacking sounds
[x] Speaking on mobile phone
[x] Speaking with mouth full
[x] Spilling food or drinks on other people
[o] Taking photos of the food

Business

What is the dress code for most businesses?
Business casual, with no gender variation. (Men may wear skirts, women full suit and tie.)
Is punctuality considered important in your nation?
Yes, though a 10 minute grace period is common.
What language is business conducted in?
English
How should bosses and coworkers be addressed?
Bosses vary by employer, but an accepted standard is Sir/Ma'am. Coworkers are addressed by given name or nicknames.
Is hierarchy a strong part of your nation's business culture?
No, all employees, regardless of rung on the company ladder, regard themselves as near-equals.

Giving gifts

Are gifts expected when visiting someone's home?
No.
Are gifts expected between business associates?
No.
Are students expected to bring gifts to their teachers?
No.
When are gifts supposed to be opened?
At any point within the visit or encounter.
What are some gifts to avoid?
Weapons and/or substances, including alcohol.

Rules of the road

Which of these behaviours are acceptable on roads?
([o] for acceptable, [x] for unacceptable)
[x] Cyclist disobeying red light
[o] Driving too fast
[o] Driving too slow
[x] Flashing the headlights
[o] Hitchhiking
[o] Honking the horn
[x] Jaywalking
[x] Not signalling a turn
[x] Playing loud music
[o] Speaking on mobile phone
[x] Taking up more than one lane
[x] Taking up more than one parking space
[x] Tailgating
[x] Texting on mobile phone

[New Transeurasia]

Basics

Is your nation considered "socially conservative"? Not really.
Which of these behaviours are acceptable in public?
([o] for acceptable, [x] for unacceptable)
[X] Breastfeeding
[X] Burping
[O] Displays of affection
[O] Dressing provocatively
[O] Eating
[O] Intoxication
[O] Passing gas
[O] Ranting about personal issues
[O] Smoking
[O] Swearing
[O] Taking photos of other people
[O] Wearing beach attire
[O] Wearing sport attire
[X] Wearing pyjamas
[O] Yawning without covering mouth

Interactions

How do people say "hello" and "goodbye"? Привет for hi, пока for bye, Здравствуйте for hello(polite), Прощай for goodbye(polite)
What do people usually do when greeting each other? Just say hi.
Is it expected to greet the owner when entering and leaving a store? No.
Is it expected to greet the driver when boarding and leaving a bus? No,
Are titles (Mr/Mrs/Miss) used? No.
Does the national language have familiar and polite forms of "you"? Ты is informal and Вы is formal and plural.

Table manners

Are good table manners considered important in your nation? No.
How are utensils supposed to be used? Fork, knife, spoon
When is it acceptable to begin eating? When every plate/bowl has been served.
(At restaurants) Who pays for the meal? Whoever says they are paying or whoever arranges.
How much is the tip/service charge? Up to 15% if the service was good
Which of these behaviours are acceptable during meals?
([o] for acceptable, [x] for unacceptable)
[O] Asking for seconds
[O] Checking an electronic device
[X] Chewing with mouth open
[X] Discussing politics or religion
[O] Food left over on plate
[X] Eating before everyone is served
[O] Elbows on table
[O] Hands below table
[O] Leaving the table to use the toilet
[X] Not tipping
[O] Over-tipping
[O] Refusing to try a dish
[O] Separating the bill
[X] Slurping or smacking sounds
[O] Speaking on mobile phone
[somewhat in between] Speaking with mouth full
[X] Spilling food or drinks on other people
[O] Taking photos of the food

Business

What is the dress code for most businesses? White-collar jobs(most indoor jobs), usually called a necktie job in New Transeurasia, due to regular workers wearing neckties, dress shirts, trousers, occasionally a sport coat.
Is punctuality considered important in your nation? Quite important.
What language is business conducted in? Russian.
How should bosses and coworkers be addressed? господин(Male, used for bosses, equivalent of Mr.), госпожа(Female, used for bosses, equivalent of Ms.), Coworkers are addressed by their name.
Is hierarchy a strong part of your nation's business culture? Mildly.

Giving gifts

Are gifts expected when visiting someone's home? On special occasions.
Are gifts expected between business associates? No.
Are students expected to bring gifts to their teachers? No.
When are gifts supposed to be opened? When given.
What are some gifts to avoid? Funeral gifts.

Rules of the road

Which of these behaviours are acceptable on roads?
([o] for acceptable, [x] for unacceptable)
[On right turn] Cyclist disobeying red light
[O] Driving too fast
[X] Driving too slow
[O] Flashing the headlights
[O] Hitchhiking
[O] Honking the horn
[O] Jaywalking
[O] Not signalling a turn
[O] Playing loud music
[O] Speaking on mobile phone
[X] Taking up more than one lane
[X] Taking up more than one parking space
[X] Tailgating
[O] Texting on mobile phone

[Azadistan-land of the free]

Is your nation considered "socially conservative"?: It depends what you mean by that. We value our cultures and most importantly we value the teachings of the Quran and Sunnah which are the basis of society(especially if we are Muslim ourselves) so in a way you could say that(despite our liberal views on many things)
Which of these behaviours are acceptable in public?
([o] for acceptable, [x] for unacceptable)
[O] Breastfeeding(considered innocent in motive and pro-family values)
[X] Burping(considered disrespectful, 5 people were killed because of it)
[depends] Displays of affection(considered sweet)
[X] Dressing provocatively(haram, considered to be against honour)
[O] Eating
[X] Intoxication(haram, causes others to fear for their lives)
[X] Passing gas(disrespectful, disgusting)
[X] Ranting about personal issues
[X] Smoking(haram, can cause discomfort to others having to breathe it in and undignified/disrespectful)
[X] Swearing(crude and disrespectful)
[X] Taking photos of other people(disrespectful, people have been challenged to duels and one person was killed)
[X] Wearing beach attire(unless on a beach, the same as below)
[X] Wearing sport attire(unless doing sports, considered immodest)
[X] Wearing pyjamas(considered a lack of dignity)
[X] Yawning without covering mouth

Interactions

How do people say "hello" and "goodbye"?: As-salaam Alaykum(hello, literally:peace be upon you) and Allah Hafiz(goodbye, God protect you)
Is it expected to greet the owner when entering and leaving a store?: yes
Is it expected to greet the driver when boarding and leaving a bus?:yes
Are titles (Mr/Mrs/Miss) used?
Does the national language have familiar and polite forms of "you"?:Yes(at least Urdu does, our languages are Urdu, Arabic and Persian although some states add Pashto, English or Welsh as an official language)

Table manners

Are good table manners considered important in your nation?:yes
How are utensils supposed to be used?: doesnt matter
When is it acceptable to begin eating?: when the host gives you permission
(At restaurants) Who pays for the meal?: the man, or in business the most senior person
How much is the tip/service charge?: the tip tends to be 40% of the meal price(genorousity and respect are considered important).
Which of these behaviours are acceptable during meals?
([o] for acceptable, [x] for unacceptable)
[O] Asking for seconds(so long as politely and kissing the host's hand)
[Depends] Checking an electronic device(depends on whether you owe more loyalty to the people you are eating with or the person who may be phoning you)
[X] Chewing with mouth open(considered disgusting and disrespectful to others)
[O] Discussing politics or religion
[O] Food left over on plate
[X] Eating before everyone is served(considered to cause arguments over who will be served first)
[X] Elbows on table
[X] Hands below table
[O] Leaving the table to use the toilet
[X] Not tipping(considered an insult, an ex-mafia waiter kiled someone for this, it is however considered acceptable if the waiter/waitress is not doing their job properly)
[depends] Over-tipping
[X] Refusing to try a dish(considered unsophisticated and an insult)
[] Separating the bill(what do you mean?
[X] Slurping or smacking sounds
[X] Speaking on mobile phone
[X] Speaking with mouth full
[X] Spilling food or drinks on other people
[O] Taking photos of the food

Business(note: under the currently socialist government we do not have "business" as such)

What is the dress code for most businesses?: White tie or traditional dress.
Is punctuality considered important in your nation?:
Yes. Very
What language is business conducted in?: the language of the most knowledgeable(could mean old, educated or simply wise) person in the room/ the person with the highest title of nobility(including academic titles) for (meetings of more than 1 organisation), the language of the boss(meetings with 1 organisation)
How should bosses and coworkers be addressed?: Bosses should be addressed as بڑا بھائی(pronounced:bara bhai) meaning older brother, coworkers should be adressed as "cousin"
Is hierarchy a strong part of your nation's business culture?:
Yes, workers kiss the senior bereaucrats hand.

Giving gifts

Are gifts expected when visiting someone's home?: Yes, considered part of Izzat/Nang/Sharaf/ نجابت
(honour)
Are gifts expected between business associates?: No, considered against the anti-corruption law.
Are students expected to bring gifts to their teachers?: yes
When are gifts supposed to be opened?: whenever the receiver chooses
What are some gifts to avoid?:
Alcohol
Drugs of any kind
simple books on how to speak English(considered as saying they cant speak English well)
Anything of a very personal nature(you know what i mean)


Rules of the road

Which of these behaviours are acceptable on roads?
([o] for acceptable, [x] for unacceptable)
[X] Cyclist disobeying red light
[X] Driving too fast
[X] Driving too slow
[] Flashing the headlights
[O] Hitchhiking(considered part of the duty of hospitality to accept)
[O] Honking the horn(considered as a defence of your honour)
[X] Jaywalking
[X] Not signalling a turn
[O] Playing loud music
[X] Speaking on mobile phone
[X] Taking up more than one lane
[X] Taking up more than one parking space
[depends] Tailgating(bullying someone especially a woman or eldery person is considered a heinous crime, tailgating is sometimes considered a defence of honour due to the former- mafioso aristocracy)
[X] Texting on mobile phone

[Straall]

Basics

Is your nation considered "socially conservative"? Yes
Which of these behaviours are acceptable in public?
([o] for acceptable, [x] for unacceptable)
[o] Breastfeeding
[/] Burping For children and elderly
[o] Displays of affection
[o] Dressing provocatively
[o] Eating
[/] Intoxication - Fraund apon
[/] Passing gas - For children and elderly
[x] Ranting about personal issues
[x] Smoking
[/] Swearing - You can get a warning.
[x] Taking photos of other people
[o] Wearing beach attire
[o] Wearing sport attire
[o] Wearing pyjamas
[x] Yawning without covering mouth

Interactions

How do people say "hello" and "goodbye"? Hej/ hejdå.
What do people usually do when greeting each other? handshakes and hugs.
Is it expected to greet the owner when entering and leaving a store? No
Is it expected to greet the driver when boarding and leaving a bus? Yes
Are titles (Mr/Mrs/Miss) used? Yes
Does the national language have familiar and polite forms of "you"? yes, Du (informal you), ni (formal of you).

Table manners

Are good table manners considered important in your nation? Yes
How are utensils supposed to be used? Depending on the food and ware its eaten.
When is it acceptable to begin eating? eating alone or if you are eating for 8 or more people.
(At restaurants) Who pays for the meal? No sutch rules.
How much is the tip/service charge? zero, its a part of the tax.
Which of these behaviours are acceptable during meals?
([o] for acceptable, [x] for unacceptable)
[o] Asking for seconds
[o] Checking an electronic device
[x] Chewing with mouth open
[o] Discussing politics or religion
[o] Food left over on plate
[/] Eating before everyone is served
[o] Elbows on table
[x] Hands below table
[o] Leaving the table to use the toilet
[o] Not tipping
[o] Over-tipping
[x] Refusing to try a dish
[o] Separating the bill
[o] Slurping or smacking sounds
[/] Speaking on mobile phone
[x] Speaking with mouth full
[x] Spilling food or drinks on other people
[/] Taking photos of the food

Business

What is the dress code for most businesses? formal businesses attire.
Is punctuality considered important in your nation? Yes
What language is business conducted in? Depending on the business.
How should bosses and coworkers be addressed? Depends on the workplace, but titels are important.
Is hierarchy a strong part of your nation's business culture? yes,

Giving gifts

Are gifts expected when visiting someone's home? No
Are gifts expected between business associates? Sometimes.
Are students expected to bring gifts to their teachers? No, it´s prohibited.
When are gifts supposed to be opened? depends of what kind of "party" it is.
What are some gifts to avoid? Things that one knows the persons dont like.

Rules of the road

Which of these behaviours are acceptable on roads?
([o] for acceptable, [x] for unacceptable)
[x] Cyclist disobeying red light
[x] Driving too fast
[x] Driving too slow
[x] Flashing the headlights
[0] Hitchhiking
[0] Honking the horn
[0] Jaywalking
[x] Not signalling a turn
[x] Playing loud music
[x] Speaking on mobile phone
[x] Taking up more than one lane
[x] Taking up more than one parking space
[x] Tailgating
[x] Texting on mobile phone

[Ivelboria]

Basics

Is your nation considered "socially conservative"? Yes
Which of these behaviours are acceptable in public?
([o] for acceptable, [x] for unacceptable)
[X] Breastfeeding
[X] Burping
[O] Displays of affection
[X] Dressing provocatively
[O] Eating
[X] Intoxication
[X] Passing gas
[X] Ranting about personal issues
[O] Smoking (Provided it is done in Acceptable Zones)
[X / O] Swearing (Acceptable in some districts; unacceptable and/or illegal in other districts)
[X] Taking photos of other people
[O] Wearing beach attire
[O] Wearing sport attire
[X] Wearing pyjamas
[X] Yawning without covering mouth

Interactions

How do people say "hello" and "goodbye"? Eleú for hello, and ahoj for goodbye. These are the informal versions, so it's best to say deleúvan when saying greetings.
What do people usually do when greeting each other? If the people are new to each other, they would shake hands. If it is a person you know, then this depends. If you're seeing a family member, it is best to hug or shake hands.
Is it expected to greet the owner when entering and leaving a store? No
Is it expected to greet the driver when boarding and leaving a bus? No
Are titles (Mr/Mrs/Miss) used? Yes
Does the national language have familiar and polite forms of "you"? No

Table manners

Are good table manners considered important in your nation? Yes
How are utensils supposed to be used? It's best to keep all utensils organised when leaving.
When is it acceptable to begin eating? When all members are present and it's signalled to eat.
(At restaurants) Who pays for the meal? If in a family, then the parents will pay. Mostly however, the cost is split between all adults.
How much is the tip/service charge? How much you tip depends on the service you are provided. If the service was exceptional and was very good, you may tip a maximum of 20% of the cost, although overtipping is still acceptable. If the service was fine, but could have room for improvement, you may feel free to lower the tip. You are free to not tip at all if you believe the service was highly inadequate.
Which of these behaviours are acceptable during meals?
([o] for acceptable, [x] for unacceptable)
[O] Asking for seconds
[O] Checking an electronic device
[X] Chewing with mouth open (This is taken extremely seriously)
[O] Discussing politics or religion
[O] Food left over on plate
[O] Eating before everyone is served
[O] Elbows on table
[O] Hands below table
[O] Leaving the table to use the toilet
[O] Not tipping
[O] Over-tipping
[X] Refusing to try a dish
[O] Separating the bill
[X] Slurping or smacking sounds
[O] Speaking on mobile phone
[X] Speaking with mouth full
[X] Spilling food or drinks on other people
[O] Taking photos of the food

Business

What is the dress code for most businesses? Everyday clothing, provided it meets the dress code of said business and is suitable to be worn.
Is punctuality considered important in your nation? Yes
What language is business conducted in? Ivelborian, English, and French.
How should bosses and coworkers be addressed? Male workers should be addressed as "Monseúr", plus surname, and for females, it is "Mornsés", plus surname.
Is hierarchy a strong part of your nation's business culture? Yes

Giving gifts

Are gifts expected when visiting someone's home? No, but it is best to do so to bring flowers to a home you've never visited before.
Are gifts expected between business associates? No
Are students expected to bring gifts to their teachers? No, but it shows appreciation towards the teacher if done so.
When are gifts supposed to be opened? If all guests have left.
What are some gifts to avoid? Immediately personal items.

Rules of the road

Which of these behaviours are acceptable on roads?
([o] for acceptable, [x] for unacceptable)
[X] Cyclist disobeying red light
[X] Driving too fast
[X] Driving too slow
[O] Flashing the headlights
[O] Hitchhiking
[O] Honking the horn
[O] Jaywalking (Note - Acceptable legally, but discouraged)
[X] Not signalling a turn
[X] Playing loud music
[X] Speaking on mobile phone
[X] Taking up more than one lane
[X] Taking up more than one parking space
[O] Tailgating (Note - Acceptable legally, but discouraged)
[X] Texting on mobile phone

Internet

Are people less or more formal online than in real life? People are way less formal online.
Which of these behaviors are acceptable online?
(Mark [o] for acceptable, [x] for unacceptable)
[O] Abbreviations
[O] Discussing politics or religion
[O] Not using punctuation
[x] Provocative photos
[O] Ranting about personal issues
[O / X] Swearing (Depends on the social media network)
[O] Typing in all capitals
[o] Typing in all lowercase

[Lillorainen]

Basics

Is your nation considered "socially conservative"? No.
Which of these behaviours are acceptable in public?
([o] for acceptable, [x] for unacceptable)
[o] Breastfeeding
[o/x] Burping (depends on the region)
[o] Displays of affection
[o] Dressing provocatively
[o] Eating
[o] Intoxication
[o] Passing gas
[o] Ranting about personal issues
[o] Smoking
[o] Swearing
[o/x] Taking photos of other people (only if they consent)
[o] Wearing beach attire
[o] Wearing sport attire
[o] Wearing pyjamas
[o] Yawning without covering mouth

Interactions

How do people say "hello" and "goodbye"? Depends on the language - in German, Lillorainen's main language, it's "hallo" und "tschüss" when informal. "Guten Tag" (it will most likely sound like Joode Daach, as a certain dialect is predominant in Lillorainen) is formal.
What do people usually do when greeting each other? Shaking hands is very common, if you meet someone the first time. Depending on how close you are to someone, the range goes from nodding to hugging (family, friends etc.)
Is it expected to greet the owner when entering and leaving a store? No, but no one will mind if you do.
Is it expected to greet the driver when boarding and leaving a bus? No, but no one will mind if you do.
Are titles (Mr/Mrs/Miss) used? Yes, but rarely, one people know each other - it's dropped really fast.
Does the national language have familiar and polite forms of "you"? German does (du/Sie). Other languages that are prevalent in the FL, like Danish or Swedish, do not have this (any more).

Table manners

Are good table manners considered important in your nation? Rather less.
How are utensils supposed to be used? Knife in one hand, fork in the other one - which one's which, is up to you.
When is it acceptable to begin eating? As soon as you're hungry.
(At restaurants) Who pays for the meal? The one who invites - if there's someone. Usually, if you go out with the same person, one pays the first time, the other one next time, then the first one again, etc. This is independent from gender.
How much is the tip/service charge? Usually you just round up to full Marks. You don't have to, though.
Which of these behaviours are acceptable during meals?
([o] for acceptable, [x] for unacceptable)
[o] Asking for seconds
[o] Checking an electronic device
[x] Chewing with mouth open
[o] Discussing politics or religion
[o] Food left over on plate
[o] Eating before everyone is served
[o/x] Elbows on table (depends on the region you're in)
[o] Hands below table
[o] Leaving the table to use the toilet
[o] Not tipping
[o] Over-tipping
[o] Refusing to try a dish
[o] Separating the bill
[o/x] Slurping or smacking sounds (depends on the region you're in)
[o] Speaking on mobile phone
[x] Speaking with mouth full
[x] Spilling food or drinks on other people
[o] Taking photos of the food

Business

What is the dress code for most businesses? There isn't really a common one.
Is punctuality considered important in your nation? Depends on region - in some more, in some less.
What language is business conducted in? As German is the officially language of all Lillo states, German.
How should bosses and coworkers be addressed? With their names, at best ...
Is hierarchy a strong part of your nation's business culture? It depends on the situation.

Giving gifts

Are gifts expected when visiting someone's home? People won't mind if you bring some. Expected, no.
Are gifts expected between business associates? People won't mind if you bring some. Expected, no.
Are students expected to bring gifts to their teachers? People won't mind if you bring some. Expected, no.
When are gifts supposed to be opened? As soon as received. Or later. People may agree on whatever they wish.
What are some gifts to avoid? Stuff that's highly likely to instantly kill you. Everything else is fine.

Rules of the road

Which of these behaviours are acceptable on roads?
([o] for acceptable, [x] for unacceptable)
[x] Cyclist disobeying red light
[o/x] Driving too fast (there is a certain tolerance, but generally, just stick to the few speed limits we have)
[x] Driving too slow
[o] Flashing the headlights
[o] Hitchhiking
[o] Honking the horn
[x] Jaywalking
[x] Not signalling a turn
[o] Playing loud music
[o/x] Speaking on mobile phone (only acceptable with hands-free equipment)
[x] Taking up more than one lane
[x] Taking up more than one parking space
[x] Tailgating
[x] Texting on mobile phone

[San Prospero]

Basics

Is your nation considered "socially conservative"? Not at all!
Which of these behaviors are acceptable in public?
([o] for acceptable, [x] for unacceptable)
[o] Breastfeeding
[o] Burping
[o] Displays of affection
[o] Dressing provocatively
[o] Eating
[o/x] Intoxication (being drunk is fine, but not if it makes you a jerk)
[o] Passing gas
[o] Ranting about personal issues
[o/x] Smoking (not in/near buildings or children's play areas)
[o] Swearing
[o/x] Taking photos of other people (not up close)
[o] Wearing beach attire
[o] Wearing sport attire
[o] Wearing pyjamas
[o] Yawning without covering mouth

Interactions

How do people say "hello" and "goodbye"? We use the same word for both: "ciao".
What do people usually do when greeting each other? San Prosperans are very friendly and expressive, and public displays of affection are commonplace. So expect more physical contact (like hugging) than you're used to at home.
Is it expected to greet the owner when entering and leaving a store? No, but it's certainly appreciated.
Is it expected to greet the driver when boarding and leaving a bus? No, but it's certainly appreciated.
Are titles (Mr/Mrs/Miss) used? Largely a thing of the past, because status markers have no place in a 21st-century egalitarian society.
Does the national language have familiar and polite forms of "you"? see above

Table manners

Are good table manners considered important in your nation? no
How are utensils supposed to be used? Whatever way is comfortable. Not everyone has the same dominant hand.
When is it acceptable to begin eating? When you get your food.
(At restaurants) Who pays for the meal? Individually, or the one inviting. Sex does not factor in.
How much is the tip/service charge? Nothing, for coffee shops and fast food restaurants. Some nicer restaurants charge for service, but it's included in the menu price.
Which of these behaviors are acceptable during meals?
([o] for acceptable, [x] for unacceptable)
[o] Asking for seconds
[o] Checking an electronic device
[x] Chewing with mouth open
[o] Discussing politics or religion
[o/x] Food left over on plate (if you can't finish your food, try asking others if they want it)
[o] Eating before everyone is served
[o] Elbows on table
[o] Hands below table
[o] Leaving the table to use the toilet
[o] Not tipping
[x] Over-tipping
[o] Refusing to try a dish (nothing rude about that – everyone has different tastes)
[o] Separating the bill
[o] Slurping or smacking sounds
[o/x] Speaking on mobile phone (only for quick calls, otherwise it's annoying)
[x] Speaking with mouth full
[x] Spilling food or drinks on other people
[o] Taking photos of the food

Business

What is the dress code for most businesses? There is none – you can come in your beach outfit and we won't say anything.
Is punctuality considered important in your nation? San Prosperans are not fussy about the minutes and seconds. Being late by up to 30 minutes (or even an hour) is considered "on time".
What language is business conducted in? Italian, but many San Prosperans understand English and are happy to use it.
How should bosses and coworkers be addressed? Like you would your friends – titles and honorifics are a thing of the past. The only exception is the military, where rank + first name is used.
Is hierarchy a strong part of your nation's business culture? no

Giving gifts

Are gifts expected when visiting someone's home? no
Are gifts expected between business associates? no
Are students expected to bring gifts to their teachers? no
When are gifts supposed to be opened? whenever
What are some gifts to avoid?

• Religious materials
• Tobacco
• Live animals
• Baby stuff (unless you're sure the person wants children)

Rules of the road

Which of these behaviors are acceptable on roads?
([o] for acceptable, [x] for unacceptable)
[x] Cyclist disobeying red light
[o/x] Driving too fast (no penalty for 1–10 km/h over)
[x] Driving too slow
[o] Flashing the headlights
[o] Hitchhiking
[o] Honking the horn
[x] Jaywalking
[o] Not signaling a turn
[o/x] Playing loud music (not between 21:00–09:00)
[o/x] Speaking on mobile phone (only when stopped at light)
[x] Taking up more than one lane
[x] Taking up more than one parking space
[x] Tailgating
[o/x] Texting on mobile phone (only when stopped at light)

[Kowani]

Basics

Is your nation considered "socially conservative"? No

Which of these behaviours are acceptable in public?

(Mark [o] for acceptable and [x] for unacceptable)
[o] Breastfeeding
[x] Burping
[o] Displays of affection
[o] Dressing provocatively
[o] Eating
[x] Intoxication
[x] Passing gas
[o] Ranting about personal issues
[x] Smoking
[x] Swearing
[o] Taking photos of other people
[o] Wearing beach attire
[o] Wearing sport attire
[o] Wearing pyjamas
[o] Yawning without covering mouth


Interactions

How do people in your nation say "hello" and "goodbye"? Olá, and Já né.

What do people usually do when greeting each other? Electronic Info Pulse

Is it expected to greet the owner when entering and leaving a store? Entering: No, leaving: Yes.

Is it expected to greet the driver when boarding and leaving a bus? Yes.

Are titles (Mr/Mrs/Miss) used? No.

Does your nation's language have familiar and formal forms of "you"? Yes. Você being formal, and Tú/T’ as informal.


Table manners

Are good table manners considered important in your nation? Yes.

How are utensils supposed to be used? With the servo-harness

When is it acceptable to begin eating? As soon as your food arrives.

(At restaurants) Who pays for the meal? Each person pays for their food, shared dishes are split evenly.

How much is the tip/service charge? Depends on the quality.

Which of these behaviors are acceptable at mealtimes?

(Mark [o] for acceptable and [x] for unacceptable)
[o] Asking for seconds
[o] Checking an electronic device
[x] Chewing with mouth open
[o] Discussing politics or religion
[o] Food left over on plate
[o] Eating before everyone is served
[o] Elbows on table
[o] Hands below table
[o] Leaving the table to use the toilet
[o] Not tipping
[o] Over-tipping
[o] Refusing to try a dish
[o] Separating the bill
[x] Slurping or smacking sounds
[x] Speaking on mobile phone
[x] Speaking with mouth full
[x] Spilling food or drinks on other people
[x] Taking photos of the food


Business

What is the dress code for most businesses? state issued uniforms.

Is punctuality considered important in your nation? Yes, but reasonable exceptions can be made.

What language is business conducted in? Kowani, although with foreigners, their native language is used.

How should bosses and coworkers be addressed? First 5 digits of their Serial Number.

Is hierarchy a strong part of your nation's business culture? Yes, but capability is valued more.


Giving gifts

Are gifts expected when visiting someone's home? No.

Are gifts expected between business associates? No.

Are students expected to bring gifts to their teachers? No.

When are gifts supposed to be opened? Immediately.

What are some gifts to avoid? Alcohol, Drugs, Watches.


Internet

Are people less or more formal online than in real life? Just as.

Which of these behaviors are acceptable online?

(Mark [o] for acceptable and [x] for unacceptable)
[x] Abbreviations
[o] Discussing politics or religion
[x] Not using punctuation
[o] Provocative photos
[o] Ranting about personal issues
[o] Swearing
[x] Typing in all capitals
[x] Typing in all lowercase


Using the road

Which of these behaviours are acceptable on roads?

(Mark [o] for acceptable and [x] for unacceptable)
[x] Cyclist disobeying red light
[x] Driving too fast
[x] Driving too slow
[x] Flashing the headlights
[o] Hitchhiking
[x] Honking the horn
[x] Jaywalking
[x] Not signaling a turn
[x] Playing loud music
[x] Speaking on mobile phone
[x] Taking up more than one lane
[x] Taking up more than one parking space
[x] Tailgating
[x] Texting on mobile phone

[Ko-oren]

Basics

Is your nation considered "socially conservative"? Not per se
Which of these behaviours are acceptable in public?
([o] for acceptable, [x] for unacceptable)
[x] Breastfeeding
[x] Burping
[x] Displays of affection
[x] Dressing provocatively
[x] Eating
[x] Intoxication
[x] Passing gas
[x] Ranting about personal issues
[x] Smoking
[o] Swearing
[x] Taking photos of other people
[x] Wearing beach attire
[o] Wearing sport attire
[o] Wearing pyjamas
[x] Yawning without covering mouth

Interactions

How do people say "hello" and "goodbye"? Hello and goodbye, but in their respective languages.
What do people usually do when greeting each other? Shaking hands or bowing, or any combination of those.
Is it expected to greet the owner when entering and leaving a store? Yes
Is it expected to greet the driver when boarding and leaving a bus? Yes
Are titles (Mr/Mrs/Miss) used? Yes, though most languages do not have a term for unwed/wed and some don't discern between genders.
Does the national language have familiar and polite forms of "you"? Yes, most do.

Table manners

Are good table manners considered important in your nation? No
How are utensils supposed to be used? Not too much of an issue, as long as food only goes from plate to mouth. Spilling is frowned upon.
When is it acceptable to begin eating? As soon as someone indicates waiting isn't necessary.
(At restaurants) Who pays for the meal? Splitting bills is normal.
How much is the tip/service charge? Often none, otherwise a few korona to make a round price (ending in 5 or 0) is fine. Big tips are considered showing off.
Which of these behaviours are acceptable during meals?
([o] for acceptable, [x] for unacceptable)
[o] Asking for seconds
[o] Checking an electronic device
[x] Chewing with mouth open
[o] Discussing politics or religion
[o] Food left over on plate (depends on quantity)
[o] Eating before everyone is served
[o] Elbows on table
[o] Hands below table
[o] Leaving the table to use the toilet
[o] Not tipping
[x] Over-tipping
[x] Refusing to try a dish
[o] Separating the bill
[x] Slurping or smacking sounds
[x] Speaking on mobile phone
[x] Speaking with mouth full
[x] Spilling food or drinks on other people
[o] Taking photos of the food

Business

What is the dress code for most businesses? Rather informal, though shorts, sandals (and the like) are normally not allowed, as are short dresses, etc.
Is punctuality considered important in your nation? Yes
What language is business conducted in? Any
How should bosses and coworkers be addressed? First names, usually.
Is hierarchy a strong part of your nation's business culture? No

Giving gifts

Are gifts expected when visiting someone's home? No
Are gifts expected between business associates? No
Are students expected to bring gifts to their teachers? No
When are gifts supposed to be opened? Immediately, unless otherwise told.
What are some gifts to avoid? Alcohol, clothing is often avoided as well.

Rules of the road

Which of these behaviours are acceptable on roads?
([o] for acceptable, [x] for unacceptable)
[x] Cyclist disobeying red light
[x] Driving too fast
[x] Driving too slow
[o] Flashing the headlights
[o] Hitchhiking
[o] Honking the horn
[x] Jaywalking
[x] Not signalling a turn
[x] Playing loud music
[x] Speaking on mobile phone
[x] Taking up more than one lane
[x] Taking up more than one parking space
[x] Tailgating
[x] Texting on mobile phone

[Capucinn]

Basics

Is your nation considered "socially conservative"? No. We're considered quite liberal in Conifer, and scandalously liberal and progressive by the world.
Which of these behaviours are acceptable in public?
([o] for acceptable, [x] for unacceptable)
[o] Breastfeeding
[x] Burping
[o] Displays of affection
[o] Dressing provocatively
[o] Eating
[o] Intoxication
[x] Passing gas
[o] Ranting about personal issues
[o] Smoking
[o] Swearing
[x] Taking photos of other people
[o] Wearing beach attire
[o] Wearing sport attire
[o] Wearing pyjamas
[o] Yawning without covering mouth

Interactions

How do people say "hello" and "goodbye"? The formal terms are "Hallå" and "Goddag", but in reality people who have seen each other before always use "Hej". Goodbye is generally "Rju fodern" or just "Rju".
What do people usually do when greeting each other? Wave, kiss each other on the cheek (very common) or hug.
Is it expected to greet the owner when entering and leaving a store? Yes, a cordial "Hallå" or just a quick "Hej" is common.
Is it expected to greet the driver when boarding and leaving a bus? ALWAYS THANK THE BUS DRIVER. But seriously, yes, "Goddag" is often used then.
Are titles (Mr/Mrs/Miss) used? Not really, except in an affectionate way ("Miss" being used for one's girlfriend or a child).
Does the national language have familiar and polite forms of "you"? No. "You" is "dy", no variations exist.

Table manners

Are good table manners considered important in your nation? Not really beyond basic self-respect (seeing the other eaters...)
How are utensils supposed to be used? What kind of question is this xD
When is it acceptable to begin eating? For adults, when everybody has been served ; for children, whenever they want :P
(At restaurants) Who pays for the meal? Anyone can pay for the meal, though the organizer pays most of the time.
How much is the tip/service charge? No mandatory charge per se, but 3 or 4 kröna are the custom.
Which of these behaviours are acceptable during meals?
([o] for acceptable, [x] for unacceptable)
[o] Asking for seconds
[x] Checking an electronic device
[o] Chewing with mouth open
[ooooo] Discussing politics or religion
[o] Food left over on plate
[x] Eating before everyone is served
[o] Elbows on table
[o] Hands below table
[o] Leaving the table to use the toilet
[o] Not tipping
[o] Over-tipping
[x] Refusing to try a dish
[o] Separating the bill
[o] Slurping or smacking sounds
[o] Speaking on mobile phone
[o] Speaking with mouth full
[x] Spilling food or drinks on other people
[o] Taking photos of the food

Business

What is the dress code for most businesses? No dress codes: the government forbids discrimination based on clothing.
Is punctuality considered important in your nation? Not really, but most people like to get where they want to go early.
What language is business conducted in? Generally Skålkvan, sometimes Vyutskan and some Danish for international trade.
How should bosses and coworkers be addressed? There are no real bosses, coworkers are addressed as "brother" or "comrade" ("bryder").
Is hierarchy a strong part of your nation's business culture? Not at all. Actually, most Capucænn work in collaborative, small-scale companies or co-ops.

Giving gifts

Are gifts expected when visiting someone's home? Not really though it is always appreciated.
Are gifts expected between business associates? Yes, Capucænn education teaches people to always be generous with comrades :D
Are students expected to bring gifts to their teachers? At the end of the year or for special occasions, yes. On Autumn Day, students almost always bring their teachers an acorn-based dish called skarsenstjyllen.
When are gifts supposed to be opened? Capucænn generally cannot contain their excitement and open it on the spot.
What are some gifts to avoid? Dead bodies are just about the only thing taboo x)

Rules of the road

Which of these behaviours are acceptable on roads?
([o] for acceptable, [x] for unacceptable)
[o] Cyclist disobeying red light
[x] Driving too fast
[o] Driving too slow
[x] Flashing the headlights
[o] Hitchhiking
[o] Honking the horn
[o] Jaywalking
[o] Not signalling a turn
[o] Playing loud music
[o] Speaking on mobile phone
[x] Taking up more than one lane
[x] Taking up more than one parking space
[x] Tailgating
[o] Texting on mobile phone

[The Eternal Kawaii]

Basics

Is your nation considered "socially conservative"? - Yes, very, very much so. Most other nations consider Kawaiians to be absolute fanatics when it comes to politeness. Kawaiian public culture is often described as "one very long, very formal tea party."

Which of these behaviours are acceptable in public?
([o] for acceptable, [x] for unacceptable)
[o] Breastfeeding - If she's discreetly covered and in an area mainly reserved for women.
[x] Burping
[x] Displays of affection - Totally forbidden. Kawaiian couples wouldn't even be caught holding hands in public.
[x] Dressing provocatively - Considered a "breach of public harmony" (BPH); you can get arrested for it.
[o] Eating
[x] Intoxication - Also considered a BPH.
[x] Passing gas
[x] Ranting about personal issues - No Kawaiian would even consider this; it's completely outside their culture.
[x] Smoking
[x] Swearing - Also a BPH.
[x] Taking photos of other people - Not without their permission.
[o] Wearing beach attire - Only at the beach, obviously, otherwise a BPH.
[o] Wearing sport attire - If it's tasteful, otherwise a BPH.
[x] Wearing pyjamas - That would fall under "dressing provocatively", i.e. a BPH.
[x] Yawning without covering mouth

Interactions

How do people say "hello" and "goodbye"? - The standard Kawaiian greeting is just "Peace"
What do people usually do when greeting each other? - Kawaiians bow. Shaking hands is considered crude.
Is it expected to greet the owner when entering and leaving a store? - Yes
Is it expected to greet the driver when boarding and leaving a bus? - Yes
Are titles (Mr/Mrs/Miss) used? - Kawaiians use a huge number of honorifics to denote the social status of the person being spoken to relative to the speaker. They're gender-neutral, however.
Does the national language have familiar and polite forms of "you"? - No. However, using the 2nd person pronoun ("you") is considered very familiar. When being polite, Kawaiians address people in the 3rd person with the appropriate honorific.

Table manners

Are good table manners considered important in your nation? - Yes, very, they're drilled in at an early age.
How are utensils supposed to be used? - Kawaiians use chopsticks and occasionally spoons. Knives and forks are considered barbaric and fit only for the kitchen, not the dinner table.
When is it acceptable to begin eating? - Only after a blessing has been said over the meal, usually by the eldest member at the table. When dining alone, Kawaiians offer a blessing to the person serving the food on behalf of all who were involved in making it.
(At restaurants) Who pays for the meal? - The host; in a family setting that would be the father.
How much is the tip/service charge? - Kawaiians don't tip; it's considered insulting because it implies the owner of the restaurant is not paying his staff enough.
Which of these behaviours are acceptable during meals?
([o] for acceptable, [x] for unacceptable)
[o] Asking for seconds
[x] Checking an electronic device
[o] Chewing with mouth open
[o] Discussing politics or religion - Kwaiians are not politically or religiously diverse, so this isn't an issue.
[x] Food left over on plate - Food is usually served from a common plate/bowl; you're expected to take only as much as you plan to eat.
[x] Eating before everyone is served - The blessing over the meal is given after everyone is served, and eating before the blessing is given is considered VERY rude.
[o] Elbows on table
[o] Hands below table
[o] Leaving the table to use the toilet - Only after making a very discreet excuse so as not to call attention to what you're doing.
[o] Not tipping - Kawaiians customarily don't tip, see above.
[x] Over-tipping - ditto
[o] Refusing to try a dish - Kawaiians sometimes have dietary restrictions for various religious reasons, any of which is an acceptable excuse to refuse food.
[x] Separating the bill - The host of the party is expected to pay, but in informal settings (among friends, for example) it's customary for the other guests to make it up at a later point.
[o] Slurping or smacking sounds - These aren't objectionable; they imply you're appreciating the cook's work.
[x] Speaking on mobile phone
[x] Speaking with mouth full
[x] Spilling food or drinks on other people
[o] Taking photos of the food

Business

What is the dress code for most businesses? - Conservative and discreet, nothing flashy or idiosyncratic.
Is punctuality considered important in your nation? - Yes, absolutely. It's considered rude and insulting to keep someone waiting without a VERY good excuse for doing so.
What language is business conducted in? Kawaiian (think bad anime-style English)
How should bosses and coworkers be addressed? - In the 3rd person with the appropriate honorifics, usually "-san" if you're speaking to someone senior to you or "-kun" if you're talking to someone junior.
Is hierarchy a strong part of your nation's business culture? - Yes. Seniority is VERY strongly respected.

Giving gifts

Are gifts expected when visiting someone's home? - Only during holidays, and only small things like flowers etc.
Are gifts expected between business associates? - Also only during holidays, and only from seniors to juniors, the other way would raise the suspicion of bribery.
Are students expected to bring gifts to their teachers? - No, that would also be suspected bribery.
When are gifts supposed to be opened? - After thanking the giver, of course.
What are some gifts to avoid? - Anything with a romantic or sexual connotation unless it is appropriate to the level of intimacy in the giver and givee's relationship. Kawaiians are EXTREMELY formal about courtship, and appropriate gift-giving is a part of that.

Rules of the road

Which of these behaviours are acceptable on roads?
([o] for acceptable, [x] for unacceptable)
[x] Cyclist disobeying red light
[x] Driving too fast
[x] Driving too slow
[x] Flashing the headlights
[x] Hitchhiking
[x] Honking the horn
[x] Jaywalking
[x] Not signalling a turn
[x] Playing loud music
[x] Speaking on mobile phone
[x] Taking up more than one lane
[x] Taking up more than one parking space
[x] Tailgating
[x] Texting on mobile phone

[New Transeurasia]

Basics

Is your nation considered "socially conservative"? Definitely no.
Which of these behaviours are acceptable in public?
([o] for acceptable, [x] for unacceptable)
[X] Breastfeeding
[O] Burping
[O] Displays of affection
[O] Dressing provocatively
[O] Eating
[O] Intoxication
[O] Passing gas
[O] Ranting about personal issues
[O] Smoking
[O] Swearing
[O] Taking photos of other people
[O] Wearing beach attire
[O] Wearing sport attire
[X] Wearing pyjamas
[O] Yawning without covering mouth

Interactions

How do people say "hello" and "goodbye"?
For being formal, it is Здравствуйте to say hello and Прощай for goodbye. If being informal, it is Привет for Hi and Пока for bye.
What do people usually do when greeting each other?
Usually just say Hi if informal, hello and a handshake if formal.
Is it expected to greet the owner when entering and leaving a store?
No.
Is it expected to greet the driver when boarding and leaving a bus?
No.
Are titles (Mr/Mrs/Miss) used?
Not usually, but using господин(male), Госпожа(Female) followed by surname is used when talking to a superior.
Does the national language have familiar and polite forms of "you"?
Yes. Ты is familiar, and Вы is polite.

Table manners

Are good table manners considered important in your nation? Not really
How are utensils supposed to be used? to cut and pick up food.
When is it acceptable to begin eating? When it is served.
(At restaurants) Who pays for the meal? Whoever that offered to take the group to the restaurant.
How much is the tip/service charge? Between 5% and 15%.
Which of these behaviours are acceptable during meals?
([o] for acceptable, [x] for unacceptable)
[O] Asking for seconds
[O] Checking an electronic device
[X] Chewing with mouth open
[O] Discussing politics or religion
[O] Food left over on plate
[O] Eating before everyone is served
[O] Elbows on table
[O] Hands below table
[O] Leaving the table to use the toilet
[O] Not tipping
[O] Over-tipping
[O] Refusing to try a dish
[O] Separating the bill
[X] Slurping or smacking sounds
[O] Speaking on mobile phone
[X] Speaking with mouth full
[X] Spilling food or drinks on other people
[O] Taking photos of the food

Business

What is the dress code for most businesses?
In office businesses, it is usually dress pants, collar shirt, dress shoes, tie, sometimes an overcoat.
In retail and market businesses, it is either a uniform or what is safest to wear.
In industrial jobs, it is what is safest to wear.
Is punctuality considered important in your nation?
Yes.
What language is business conducted in?
Mostly Russian.
How should bosses and coworkers be addressed?
Bosses are superiors, so господин and госпожа.
Coworkers are adressed by their first name, usually.
Is hierarchy a strong part of your nation's business culture?
Not really.

Giving gifts

Are gifts expected when visiting someone's home? Not really.
Are gifts expected between business associates?
No.
Are students expected to bring gifts to their teachers?
No.
When are gifts supposed to be opened?
When given.
What are some gifts to avoid?
Gifts at funerals.

Rules of the road

Which of these behaviours are acceptable on roads?
([o] for acceptable, [x] for unacceptable)
[O] Cyclist disobeying red light
[O] Driving too fast
[X] Driving too slow
[X] Flashing the headlights
[O] Hitchhiking
[O] Honking the horn
[O] Jaywalking
[X] Not signalling a turn
[O] Playing loud music
[O] Speaking on mobile phone
[X] Taking up more than one lane
[X] Taking up more than one parking space
[X] Tailgating
[X while moving, O while stopped] Texting on mobile phone

[The English Regions]

Basics

Is your nation considered "socially conservative"? Not at all
Which of these behaviours are acceptable in public?
([o] for acceptable, [x] for unacceptable)
[o] Breastfeeding
[o] Burping
[o] Displays of affection
[o] Dressing provocatively
[o] Eating
[o] Intoxication
[o] Passing gas
[o] Ranting about personal issues
[o] Smoking
[o] Swearing
[x] Taking photos of other people
[o] Wearing beach attire
[o] Wearing sport attire
[x] Wearing pyjamas
[o] Yawning without covering mouth

Interactions

How do people say "hello" and "goodbye"? Like this, or depending on who you are talking to in French or Italian.
What do people usually do when greeting each other? Kiss each on the cheeks if they know each other well or shake hands.
Is it expected to greet the owner when entering and leaving a store? Yes in smaller establishments, if it is not busy.
Is it expected to greet the driver when boarding and leaving a bus? Yes, in non-busy periods or in rural areas.
Are titles (Mr/Mrs/Miss) used? Not often, first names are widely used even professionally, although titles are used sometimes.
Does the national language have familiar and polite forms of "you"? In French and Italian, although "tu" is increasingly used.

Table manners

Are good table manners considered important in your nation? Generally yes
How are utensils supposed to be used? European continental style.
When is it acceptable to begin eating? After everyone is seated.
(At restaurants) Who pays for the meal? Usually dutch style or in a family whomever planned/ income earner.
How much is the tip/service charge? In restaurants usually between 5-10%.
Which of these behaviours are acceptable during meals?
([o] for acceptable, [x] for unacceptable)
[o] Asking for seconds
[x] Checking an electronic device
[x] Chewing with mouth open
[o] Discussing politics or religion
[o] Food left over on plate
[x] Eating before everyone is served
[/] Elbows on table
[o] Hands below table
[o] Leaving the table to use the toilet
[o] Not tipping
[x] Over-tipping
[o] Refusing to try a dish
[o] Separating the bill
[o] Slurping or smacking sounds
[x] Speaking on mobile phone
[x] Speaking with mouth full
[x] Spilling food or drinks on other people
[o] Taking photos of the food

Business

What is the dress code for most businesses? Casual formal.
Is punctuality considered important in your nation? Not so much, many people have a Southern European style of time-keeping.
What language is business conducted in? French/ English.
How should bosses and coworkers be addressed? In a relaxed casual manner.
Is hierarchy a strong part of your nation's business culture? Not at all, very Scandinavian style of hierarchy.

Giving gifts

Are gifts expected when visiting someone's home? Depends on situation, for drinks/short meetings no but for meals/parties yes.
Are gifts expected between business associates? Yes, but depends on situation.
Are students expected to bring gifts to their teachers? Only in extreme circumstances, such as graduation/ end of exam period.
When are gifts supposed to be opened? Depends on recipient.
What are some gifts to avoid? Just apply common sense.

Rules of the road

Which of these behaviours are acceptable on roads?
([o] for acceptable, [x] for unacceptable)
[o] Cyclist disobeying red light
[/] Driving too fast
[/] Driving too slow
[o] Flashing the headlights
[o] Hitchhiking
[/] Honking the horn
[o] Jaywalking
[x] Not signalling a turn
[/] Playing loud music
[/] Speaking on mobile phone
[x] Taking up more than one lane
[x] Taking up more than one parking space
[x] Tailgating
[x] Texting on mobile phone

[Mumbelia]

Basics

Is your nation considered "socially conservative"? Yes
Which of these behaviours are acceptable in public?
([o] for acceptable, [x] for unacceptable)
[o] Breastfeeding
[x] Burping
[o] Displays of affection
[x] Dressing provocatively
[x] Eating (most restaurants are either full take-out or have separate private rooms to eat in)
[x] Intoxication
[x] Passing gas
[x] Ranting about personal issues
[o] Smoking
[x] Swearing
[x] Taking photos of other people
[x] Wearing beach attire
[x] Wearing sport attire
[x] Wearing pyjamas
[x] Yawning without covering mouth

Interactions

How do people say "hello" and "goodbye"? In almost all of the country, it is standard to greet people with "Bonjorn!" and bid them farewell with "A revêre!"
What do people usually do when greeting each other? When greeting someone, you raise your hand with your palm facing them, and when saying farewell you do the same but showing the back of the hand.
Is it expected to greet the owner when entering and leaving a store? Yes
Is it expected to greet the driver when boarding and leaving a bus? Yes
Are titles (Mr/Mrs/Miss) used? Yes,
Does the national language have familiar and polite forms of "you"? Yes

Table manners

Are good table manners considered important in your nation? Very. Improper table manners are considered a grave insult to the host
How are utensils supposed to be used? Forks and chop sticks are used in the dominant hand, knives and spoons are used in the off hand. You are expected to put them down as infrequently as possible, and when you must, the head of the utensil (or tips with chopsticks) must always be not touching the table.
When is it acceptable to begin eating? Once the oldest person has begun eating
(At restaurants) Who pays for the meal? Traditionally the bill is divided equally among the men, though recently there have been trends of the women being included too, or of the bill being placed solely on the highest earner.
How much is the tip/service charge? Tips are considered rude to business owners
Which of these behaviours are acceptable during meals?
([o] for acceptable, [x] for unacceptable)
[o] Asking for seconds
[x] Checking an electronic device
[x] Chewing with mouth open
[x] Discussing politics or religion
[x] Food left over on plate
[x] Eating before everyone is served
[o] Elbows on table
[x] Hands below table
[o] Leaving the table to use the toilet
[o] Not tipping
[x] Over-tipping
[x] Refusing to try a dish
[o] Separating the bill
[o] Slurping or smacking sounds
[x] Speaking on mobile phone
[x] Speaking with mouth full
[x] Spilling food or drinks on other people
[x] Taking photos of the food

Business

What is the dress code for most businesses? Most employees are expected to be well dressed, excluding kitchen or janitorial workers, who are expected to wear comfortable clothing
Is punctuality considered important in your nation? No
What language is business conducted in? Generally, Business is conducted in English or Arpitan
How should bosses and coworkers be addressed? They should be addressed using formal speech
Is hierarchy a strong part of your nation's business culture? Yes

Giving gifts

Are gifts expected when visiting someone's home? Gifts are expected when you come to someone's home unannounced or when they are hosting an event
Are gifts expected between business associates? A gift of alcohol and a product of one's business is expected to be part of a deal between businesses.
Are students expected to bring gifts to their teachers? Students are expected to give teachers a small gift on the last day of class before a vacation
When are gifts supposed to be opened?Immediately upon receiving
What are some gifts to avoid? Anything made of copper, the old tribal religions say it is related to the Blood God, and this translates into modern society in people considering touching copper with bare hands to be bad luck

Rules of the road

Which of these behaviours are acceptable on roads?
([o] for acceptable, [x] for unacceptable)
[x] Cyclist disobeying red light
[o] Driving too fast
[o] Driving too slow
[x] Flashing the headlights
[o] Hitchhiking
[o] Honking the horn
[o] Jaywalking
[x] Not signalling a turn
[o] Playing loud music
[x] Speaking on mobile phone
[x] Taking up more than one lane
[x] Taking up more than one parking space
[x] Tailgating
[x] Texting on mobile phone

[Smaze]

Basics

Is your nation considered "socially conservative"? No. The people of Smaze have been given extensive civil rights to do what they please. The nation is socially liberal, and as long as you're not violating somebody else's rights, you're free to do what you think must be done.
Which of these behaviours are acceptable in public?
(o] for acceptable, [x] for unacceptable)
[o] Breastfeeding
[o] Burping
[x/o] Displays of affection (People can be stopped by the police for disturbing the peace if they display their love very intimately)
[x/o] Dressing provocatively (people can be stopped by the police for disturbing the peace if they dress offensively or provocatively to funerals etc.)
[o] Eating
[x/o] Intoxication (Consumption of narcotics and alcohol is allowed publicly, but going about intoxicated isn't. Person might be seized for disturbing the peace.)
[o] Passing gas
[o] Ranting about personal issues
[o] Smoking (Smoking has been permitted publicly, and smoking inside government buildings is legal in some cases, but some private restaurants and other facilities have decided to ban smoking within their buildings.
[o] Swearing
[o] Taking photos of other people (This is legal on public roads and in public spaces. This isn't allowed if you take photos of somebody in their homes without their permission.
[o] Wearing beach attire
[o] Wearing sport attire
[o] Wearing pyjamas
[o] Yawning without covering mouth

Interactions

How do people say "hello" and "goodbye"? Most people in Smaze speak English to one another. "Hello" and "Bye" are common, but people usually greet each other more affectionally.
What do people usually do when greeting each other? It depends on how well they know one another. A handshake, hug, kisses on the cheek and all other things are possible. Those who greet each other too intimately, though, can be reported to the police
Is it expected to greet the owner when entering and leaving a store? It's not necessarily expected, but it is appreciated.
Is it expected to greet the driver when boarding and leaving a bus? It's not necessarily expected, but it is appreciated.
Are titles (Mr/Mrs/Miss) used? Yes. If you speak to your superior or somebody who's older than you, you're supposed to use mr/mrs/miss.
Does the national language have familiar and polite forms of "you"? No. Our national language is English, and people use "you" both formally and informally.

Table manners

Are good table manners considered important in your nation? That depends on the people you talk to, some value it, others do not.
How are utensils supposed to be used? Fork and knife in both hands, spoons are also common.
When is it acceptable to begin eating? Socially acceptable'd be if everybody who dines with you has gotten their food, but there are no laws saying that you can't eat your food before that. So, technically, anybody can eat their food whenever they want.
(At restaurants) Who pays for the meal? Parents pay for their children, and people often split the bill. Some men pay for women (dates/girlfriends/wives, whatever)
How much is the tip/service charge? 5-10%
Which of these behaviours are acceptable during meals?
([o] for acceptable, [x] for unacceptable)
[o] Asking for seconds
[o] Checking an electronic device
[o] Chewing with mouth open
[o] Discussing politics or religion
[o] Food left over on plate
[x/o] Eating before everyone is served (legally accepted, socially frowned upon)
[o] Elbows on table
[o] Hands below table
[o] Leaving the table to use the toilet
[x/o] Not tipping (Could get you in trouble with the owner. Tipping is not enshrined in legislature.)
[o] Over-tipping
[o] Refusing to try a dish
[o] Separating the bill
[o] Slurping or smacking sounds
[o] Speaking on mobile phone
[o] Speaking with mouth full
[x/o] Spilling food or drinks on other people (Depends on whoever the food is spilled on. It's socially unacceptable, and if a person would want to start a lawsuit over it, the judges would probably support them, but it isn't covered in legislature.)
[o] Taking photos of the food

Business

What is the dress code for most businesses? Depends on the business. You could wear casual clothing, a uniform or suit & tie.
Is punctuality considered important in your nation? Yes, employers depend on their employees' punctuality. It isn't enshrined in legislature, though.)
What language is business conducted in? English
How should bosses and coworkers be addressed? However they want to be addressed. Bosses and higher-ups may want to be called "sir", or "mister", but colleagues can be addressed by their first names. There isn't any law telling you what you should do, though, and you could theoretically call your boss anything. Whether that works out for you or not can't be guaranteed by the state.)
Is hierarchy a strong part of your nation's business culture? The people live in a society where they have bosses and people they're dependant of. This can be seen in business, where you have bosses and employees either working for you, or you're working for them. So hierarchy makes up an important factor of the nation's way of doing business.

Giving gifts

Are gifts expected when visiting someone's home? Not necessarily
Are gifts expected between business associates? Not necessarily
Are students expected to bring gifts to their teachers? Not necessarily (most don't)
When are gifts supposed to be opened? After you've been handed them.
What are some gifts to avoid? Giving liquor to alcoholics, giving gifts that have to do with sexuality or all things taboo, etc.

Rules of the road

Which of these behaviours are acceptable on roads?
([o] for acceptable, [x] for unacceptable)
[x] Cyclist disobeying red light
[x] Driving too fast
[x] Driving too slow
[x] Flashing the headlights
[o] Hitchhiking
[o] Honking the horn
[x] Jaywalking
[x] Not signalling a turn
[o] Playing loud music
[x/o] Speaking on mobile phone (while driving: x, passengers: o)
[x] Taking up more than one lane
[x/o] Taking up more than one parking space (frowned upon, not illegal)
[x] Tailgating
[x/o] Texting on mobile phone (While driving: x, passengers: o)

[Vsyerossiya]

Basics

Is your nation considered "socially conservative"?Yes
Which of these behaviours are acceptable in public?
([o] for acceptable, [x] for unacceptable)
[o] Breastfeeding
[x] Burping
[x] Displays of affection
[x] Dressing provocatively
[o] Eating (only in eating establishments)
[x] Intoxication
[x] Passing gas
[x] Ranting about personal issues
[oo] Smoking (very acceptable)
[x] Swearing
[x] Taking photos of other people
[x] Wearing beach attire (only permitted on beaches)
[x] Wearing sport attire (only permitted during sports events)
[x] Wearing pyjamas
[x] Yawning without covering mouth

Interactions

How do people say "hello" and "goodbye"? «Здрасте» or «Привет»
What do people usually do when greeting each other?
Is it expected to greet the owner when entering and leaving a store?
Is it expected to greet the driver when boarding and leaving a bus?
Are titles (Mr/Mrs/Miss) used? Only in reference to Party members, or one’s professional superiors (господин/госпожа). Non-party members refer to each other as товарищ (comrade) or use the correct отчество (patronymic) .
Does the national language have familiar and polite forms of "you"? Yes. Вы (you plural) is used by default, whereas ты (you singular) is only used in very familiar situations.

Table manners

Are good table manners considered important in your nation? Yes.
How are utensils supposed to be used?
When is it acceptable to begin eating? After all have been served and the prayers spoken.
(At restaurants) Who pays for the meal? Whoever initiated the outing.
How much is the tip/service charge? It rises incrementally based on the number of persons served. 10 % for 1 person, 15 % for 2 persons, etc.
Which of these behaviours are acceptable during meals?
([o] for acceptable, [x] for unacceptable)
[o] Asking for seconds
[x] Checking an electronic device
[x] Chewing with mouth open
[x] Discussing politics or religion (unless such a discussion is the meal’s main purpose.)
[x] Food left over on plate
[x] Eating before everyone is served
[o] Elbows on table
[xxxx] Hands below table
[o] Leaving the table to use the toilet
[x] Not tipping
[x] Over-tipping
[x] Refusing to try a dish
[o] Separating the bill
[x] Slurping or smacking sounds
[x] Speaking on mobile phone
[x] Speaking with mouth full
[x] Spilling food or drinks on other people
[x] Taking photos of the food

Business

What is the dress code for most businesses?
I. Working Class citizens; men wear work clothes (such as protective gear), dark trousers, and light shirt. Women wear the same, except skirts in lieu of trousers.
II. Intelligentsia citizens; men wear a two-button (front), straight-edge, ventless, step lapel jacket (four cuff buttons), with matching trousers, leather shoes, very light shirt, and necktie.
Women wear the same, except skirts in lieu of trousers along with dark, slightly heeled, female shoes. All suits are dark, but never black.
III. Party Members; men wear a one-button (front), straight-edge, ventless, point lapel jacket (five cuff buttons), with matching trousers, black, patent leather seamless, formal slip-ons, white shirt, and Party-red necktie. Women wear the same, except skirts in lieu of trousers along with black, heeled, patent-leather pumps
Is punctuality considered important in your nation? Things are done when they need be done.
What language is business conducted in? Russian.
How should bosses and coworkers be addressed? Господин/госпожа for all bosses. Colleagues are addressed as товарищ or by отчество unless they are Party members, in which case they are addressed господин/госпожа.
Is hierarchy a strong part of your nation's business culture? The hierarchy is very strict and pyramidal.

Giving gifts

Are gifts expected when visiting someone's home? Yes.
Are gifts expected between business associates? Only on sanctioned occasions, such as holidays.
Are students expected to bring gifts to their teachers? Only on sanctioned occasions, such as holidays.
When are gifts supposed to be opened? Together with everybody else.
What are some gifts to avoid? Non-Russian products.

Rules of the road Only Party members actively working in government (state officials) can use personal automobiles.

Which of these behaviours are acceptable on roads?
([o] for acceptable, [x] for unacceptable)
[x] Cyclist disobeying red light
[o] Driving too fast
[x] Driving too slow
[o] Flashing the headlights
[xx] Hitchhiking
[o] Honking the horn
[x] Jaywalking
[x] Not signalling a turn
[x] Playing loud music
[x] Speaking on mobile phone
[x] Taking up more than one lane
[x] Taking up more than one parking space
[x] Tailgating
[x] Texting on mobile phone

[Rolancia]

Basics

Is your nation considered "socially conservative"?
Which of these behaviours are acceptable in public?
([o] for acceptable, [x] for unacceptable)
[X] Breastfeeding
[X] Burping
[O] Displays of affection
[X] Dressing provocatively
[O] Eating
[-] Intoxication
[X] Passing gas
[O] Ranting about personal issues
[X] Smoking
[O] Swearing
[-] Taking photos of other people | Cameras & Phones do not exist
[O] Wearing beach attire | Would be considered Light Clothing
[O] Wearing sport attire | Would be considered Light Clothing
[X] Wearing pyjamas
[X] Yawning without covering mouth

Interactions

How do people say "hello" and "goodbye"? Salutation or Greetings & Farewell
What do people usually do when greeting each other? A slight bow toward each other
Is it expected to greet the owner when entering and leaving a store? Yes
Is it expected to greet the driver when boarding and leaving a bus? Yes, although buses do not exist, you will greet the carriage master in our era
Are titles (Mr/Mrs/Miss) used? Yes
Does the national language have familiar and polite forms of "you"? No

Table manners

Are good table manners considered important in your nation? In nobility, yes
How are utensils supposed to be used? According to how nobles of old used them.
When is it acceptable to begin eating? When the servers, prompt you that dinner is served
(At restaurants) Who pays for the meal? The host of the entourage.
How much is the tip/service charge? At the discretion of the guest
Which of these behaviours are acceptable during meals?
([o] for acceptable, [x] for unacceptable)
[-] Asking for seconds | Depends on the establishment
[-] Checking an electronic device | Electronics do not exist
[X] Chewing with mouth open
[O] Discussing politics or religion
[O] Food left over on plate
[X] Eating before everyone is served
[X] Elbows on table
[X] Hands below table
[O] Leaving the table to use the toilet
[O] Not tipping
[O] Over-tipping
[O] Refusing to try a dish
[O] Separating the bill
[X] Slurping or smacking sounds
[-] Speaking on mobile phone | Phones do not exist
[X] Speaking with mouth full
[-] Spilling food or drinks on other people
[-] Taking photos of the food | Phones & Cameras do not exist

Business

What is the dress code for most businesses? Formal
Is punctuality considered important in your nation? Yes
What language is business conducted in? in the Official Language
How should bosses and coworkers be addressed? Void
Is hierarchy a strong part of your nation's business culture? Yes

Giving gifts

Are gifts expected when visiting someone's home? No
Are gifts expected between business associates? No
Are students expected to bring gifts to their teachers? No
When are gifts supposed to be opened? At the discretion of the recipient
What are some gifts to avoid? Void