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|Average Height=4-5 feet

|Average lifespan=90–120 years

|Factions=[[~~Minthal~~ Collective]], Republic of Astrathal

|Factions=[[Orinilure Collective]], Republic of Astrathal

|Inhabitants Name=Oinien

|Type=Civilized Corporeal

|Realm=[[Khamria]]

|Capital=[[~~Minthal~~]]

|Capital=[[Orinilure]]

}}

{{Races Sections

|Introduction=The Oinien are a subterranean lineage of humans whose civilization developed in the [[~~Minthal~~]], the domain of [[Desame]] and [[Sarabam]] the spirit of caverns, situated beneath the mountains of eastern Khamria. Their society exists in extensive cavern systems and subterranean cities within the ~~Minthal~~ and Astrathal ranges.

|Introduction=The Oinien are a subterranean lineage of humans whose civilization developed in the [[Orinilure]], the domain of [[Desame]] and [[Sarabam]] the spirit of caverns, situated beneath the mountains of eastern Khamria. Their society exists in extensive cavern systems and subterranean cities within the Orinilure and Astrathal ranges.

|Origin and Nature=The Oinien trace their origins to the period known as the [[Great Migration]], when human settlers first entered the ~~Minthal~~ and Astrathal mountain ranges. Seeking refuge from surface dangers, groups of migrants took shelter in the natural caverns of the [[~~Minthal~~ Mountains|~~Minthal~~ range]]. Over generations, these communities descended deeper into the earth. The influence of [[Desame]], the Ascended Spirit of Desire and Greed, shaped their emerging culture and mentality. They were also affected by the Ascended Spirit of Caverns and Minerals, whose presence further transformed them in both form and temperament.

|Origin and Nature=The Oinien trace their origins to the period known as the [[Great Migration]], when human settlers first entered the Orinilure and Astrathal mountain ranges. Seeking refuge from surface dangers, groups of migrants took shelter in the natural caverns of the [[Orinilure Mountains|Orinilure range]]. Over generations, these communities descended deeper into the earth. The influence of [[Desame]], the Ascended Spirit of Desire and Greed, shaped their emerging culture and mentality. They were also affected by the Ascended Spirit of Caverns and Minerals, whose presence further transformed them in both form and temperament.

|Biology and Physical Traits=[[File:Oinien_Male.jpg|thumb|550x550px|A Young Oinien Man.]]

Long habitation in subterranean environments profoundly altered the Oinien physique. Adaptation to total darkness led to universal blindness among their kind. In place of vision, the Oinien developed advanced auditory perception, capable of echolocation. Through low-frequency clicks, footstep vibrations, and ambient echoes, they create detailed mental maps of their surroundings.

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|Culture and Society=Oinien culture is defined by its integration with the subterranean world. With no access to the sky, sun, or changing seasons, Oinien life follows the steady, cyclical rhythms of excavation, trade, and mineral flow. Their philosophy regards desire as a sacred form of striving and treats greed as a natural force to be understood and harnessed rather than condemned.

Oinien society is meritocratic but not strongly individualistic. Communal contribution is held in high esteem, whether through mining, engineering, artistry, or scholarship. Governance differs among the major settlements. The ~~Minthal~~ Collective selects its leadership according to cycles of accumulated wealth, while the Republic of Astrathal practices a more democratic system. In practice, however, political influence in both regions often aligns with wealth, as is common throughout [[Adaris]].

Oinien society is meritocratic but not strongly individualistic. Communal contribution is held in high esteem, whether through mining, engineering, artistry, or scholarship. Governance differs among the major settlements. The Orinilure Collective selects its leadership according to cycles of accumulated wealth, while the Republic of Astrathal practices a more democratic system. In practice, however, political influence in both regions often aligns with wealth, as is common throughout [[Adaris]].

Each settlement functions as an interdependent component within the greater Oinien network, maintaining harmony with its surrounding environment and with other connected nodes of civilization.

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 |Average Height=4-5 feet
 |Average lifespan=90–120 years
-|Factions=[[Minthal Collective]], Republic of Astrathal
+|Factions=[[Orinilure Collective]], Republic of Astrathal
 |Inhabitants Name=Oinien
 |Type=Civilized Corporeal
 |Realm=[[Khamria]]
-|Capital=[[Minthal]]
+|Capital=[[Orinilure]]
 }}
 {{Races Sections
-|Introduction=The Oinien are a subterranean lineage of humans whose civilization developed in the [[Minthal]], the domain of [[Desame]] and [[Sarabam]] the spirit of caverns, situated beneath the mountains of eastern Khamria. Their society exists in extensive cavern systems and subterranean cities within the Minthal and Astrathal ranges.
+|Introduction=The Oinien are a subterranean lineage of humans whose civilization developed in the [[Orinilure]], the domain of [[Desame]] and [[Sarabam]] the spirit of caverns, situated beneath the mountains of eastern Khamria. Their society exists in extensive cavern systems and subterranean cities within the Orinilure and Astrathal ranges.
-|Origin and Nature=The Oinien trace their origins to the period known as the [[Great Migration]], when human settlers first entered the Minthal and Astrathal mountain ranges. Seeking refuge from surface dangers, groups of migrants took shelter in the natural caverns of the [[Minthal Mountains|Minthal range]]. Over generations, these communities descended deeper into the earth. The influence of [[Desame]], the Ascended Spirit of Desire and Greed, shaped their emerging culture and mentality. They were also affected by the Ascended Spirit of Caverns and Minerals, whose presence further transformed them in both form and temperament.
+|Origin and Nature=The Oinien trace their origins to the period known as the [[Great Migration]], when human settlers first entered the Orinilure and Astrathal mountain ranges. Seeking refuge from surface dangers, groups of migrants took shelter in the natural caverns of the [[Orinilure Mountains|Orinilure range]]. Over generations, these communities descended deeper into the earth. The influence of [[Desame]], the Ascended Spirit of Desire and Greed, shaped their emerging culture and mentality. They were also affected by the Ascended Spirit of Caverns and Minerals, whose presence further transformed them in both form and temperament.
 |Biology and Physical Traits=[[File:Oinien_Male.jpg|thumb|550x550px|A Young Oinien Man.]]
 Long habitation in subterranean environments profoundly altered the Oinien physique. Adaptation to total darkness led to universal blindness among their kind. In place of vision, the Oinien developed advanced auditory perception, capable of echolocation. Through low-frequency clicks, footstep vibrations, and ambient echoes, they create detailed mental maps of their surroundings.
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 |Culture and Society=Oinien culture is defined by its integration with the subterranean world. With no access to the sky, sun, or changing seasons, Oinien life follows the steady, cyclical rhythms of excavation, trade, and mineral flow. Their philosophy regards desire as a sacred form of striving and treats greed as a natural force to be understood and harnessed rather than condemned.
-Oinien society is meritocratic but not strongly individualistic. Communal contribution is held in high esteem, whether through mining, engineering, artistry, or scholarship. Governance differs among the major settlements. The Minthal Collective selects its leadership according to cycles of accumulated wealth, while the Republic of Astrathal practices a more democratic system. In practice, however, political influence in both regions often aligns with wealth, as is common throughout [[Adaris]].
+Oinien society is meritocratic but not strongly individualistic. Communal contribution is held in high esteem, whether through mining, engineering, artistry, or scholarship. Governance differs among the major settlements. The Orinilure Collective selects its leadership according to cycles of accumulated wealth, while the Republic of Astrathal practices a more democratic system. In practice, however, political influence in both regions often aligns with wealth, as is common throughout [[Adaris]].
 Each settlement functions as an interdependent component within the greater Oinien network, maintaining harmony with its surrounding environment and with other connected nodes of civilization.