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Azivnia is worshipped as a divine figure embodying unity and conquest. Religious belief is mandatory, while formal observance is secondary to loyalty. Political and religious authority are inseparable, with the Emperor, Princes, and clergy forming the ruling elite. | Azivnia is worshipped as a divine figure embodying unity and conquest. Religious belief is mandatory, while formal observance is secondary to loyalty. Political and religious authority are inseparable, with the Emperor, Princes, and clergy forming the ruling elite. | ||
=== Military | === Military & Society === | ||
The Empire maintains a professional military, with service widely expected. Its most prominent forces are cavalry units mounted on [[draqostriz]], raised primarily by the [[Dralzani]], a culturally distinct people within the Empire who retain significant autonomy. | The Empire maintains a professional military, with service widely expected. Its most prominent forces are cavalry units mounted on [[draqostriz]], raised primarily by the [[Dralzani]], a culturally distinct people within the Empire who retain significant autonomy. | ||
Society values obedience and martial competence. Power and wealth are concentrated among military leaders, clergy, and established dynasties. | Society values obedience and martial competence. Power and wealth are concentrated among military leaders, clergy, and established dynasties. | ||