> Yes, and recalling that not all 'survival' cults/activities are all
> that benign, there is certainly scope for all of your more horrific
> impulses too. There are bound to be knots of ogres, head-hunters, and
> less chaotic but still thoroughly unpleasant instances of cannibalism
> and human-sacrifice. In fact, given the poor soil, blood sacrifices
> for crops is almost certain in at least patches. By the time of
> Trader Princes the most extreme practices have mostly fallen out of
> use (they are often counter to long term health of the population),
> although there is still plenty of nastiness. But in the early
> years....not cheerful at all.
Bryan - you've got the idea exactly! Add to this mix, massive superstition and fears regarding anything associated with the once mighty "God Learners" - who brought forth this disaster and were completely destroyed by it.
As I said, a fun place for adventure!
Jeff
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