The Empire of
The Two Lights
Clothing & Fashion of the Aurionic Empire
The Language of Appearance
In the Aurionic Empire, clothing is not merely functional—it is declarative. Garments signal class, allegiance, faith, and even proximity to power. Across the Empire, what one wears communicates status before a word is spoken, reinforcing the rigid hierarchy and cultural identity of each region.
While materials, styles, and traditions vary widely between kingdoms, all fashion ultimately reflects the same underlying principle: order, distinction, and alignment with the structure of the Empire.
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Hazzan Kingdom & Aurionic Imperial Court
The fashion of Hazzan and the Imperial Court embodies radiance, wealth, and divine authority.
Materials: Liquid silk, gold-spun thread, gossamer linens, polished brass
Class Distinction: Commoners wear simple, undyed linen; the imperial family wears Sun-Silk, a fabric that shifts color with movement
Colors: Gold and white are reserved exclusively for the Hazzan bloodline; crimson signifies military and high nobility
Daily Wear: Flowing kaftans designed for heat and airflow
Formal Wear: The Solar Mantle, a gold-embroidered cape symbolizing imperial presence
Religious & Legal Codes:
Only the Emperor may wear a full sunburst motif. Sumptuary laws strictly forbid commoners from wearing metallic thread—punishable by “The Dimming,” a ritual blindfolding that symbolizes loss of light.
Armor:
Civilian garments flow with the desert wind; armor is rigid, mirrored, and engineered to disperse heat—transforming the soldier into a reflection of the sun itself.
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Maurim Kingdom
Maurim fashion reflects maritime life, adaptability, and coastal wealth.
Materials: Shark-skin leather, reinforced cotton, dyed burlap
Class Distinction: Sailors wear practical garments; elites wear layered robes dyed in rare sea-purples
Colors: Teal, aquamarine, deep purple
Daily Wear: The Deck-Wrap, a functional sarong-style garment
Formal Wear: The Pearl-Vest, adorned with thousands of shells
Religious & Legal Codes:
Neck adornments such as anchors or tridents are common. The use of true Tyrian purple is restricted to royalty.
Armor:
Designed for naval life—bronze scale armor resistant to corrosion, allowing warriors to fight at sea without degradation.
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Auroreline Kingdom
Auroreline fashion is defined by elegance, precision, and structured beauty.
Materials: Velvet, brocade, fine wool, lace
Class Distinction: Peasants wear simple wool; nobles wear tailored garments with intricate detailing
Colors: Blue, silver, lily-white
Daily Wear: Tunics and hose
Formal Wear: Multi-layered gowns and suits with Dawn-Ruff collars
Religious & Legal Codes:
Priests wear silver sun pendants. Sumptuary laws regulate shoe length—longer pointed shoes signify higher rank.
Armor:
Sleek, polished plate armor reflects discipline and refinement, mirroring the aesthetic of their civilian attire.
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Ubaris Kingdom
Ubaris clothing prioritizes survival, mobility, and symbolic navigation.
Materials: Camel hair, goat wool, sand-silk
Class Distinction: Nomads wear functional garments; elites wear robes embedded with woven “Path-Maps”
Colors: Ochre, saffron, indigo
Daily Wear: Thobes with protective head-wraps
Formal Wear: The Star-Cloak, embroidered with constellations
Religious & Cultural Practices:
Lapis lazuli amulets are worn for protection. Covered faces signify warrior status.
Armor:
Light chainmail is concealed beneath flowing garments, protecting the wearer without exposing them to desert heat.
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Nottgard Kingdom
Nottgard fashion is built for endurance, survival, and identity through conquest.
Materials: Fur, heavy wool, boiled leather
Class Distinction: Commoners wear raw furs; elites wear refined pelts trimmed with rare materials
Colors: Charcoal, forest green, slate
Daily Wear: Fur-lined tunics and trousers
Formal Wear: The Mantel of the Beast, a full pelt worn with the animal’s head as a hood
Religious & Cultural Practices:
Runic tattoos and tokens are common. Wearing the fur of an animal one did not help hunt is forbidden.
Armor:
Armor blends seamlessly into winter attire, with iron plates integrated into heavy gear for both warmth and protection.
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Villamvar Kingdom
Villamvar fashion reflects altitude, motion, and reverence for the storm.
Materials: Bird-down, storm-steel thread, goat suede
Class Distinction: Commoners wear practical insulation; elites wear feather-adorned garments
Colors: Violet, electric white, storm-grey
Daily Wear: Tunics with high boots suited for climbing
Formal Wear: The Wing-Cape, designed to resemble the spread of a Thunderbird
Religious & Legal Codes:
Feather adornments signify spiritual connection. Only those who survive mountain ascents may wear lightning-white silk.
Armor:
Lightweight and aerodynamic, designed for vertical movement and rapid traversal across mountainous terrain.
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Coill Mór Kingdom
Coill Mór clothing reflects harmony with nature and rejection of excess.
Materials: Woven grasses, bark fibers, spider-silk, leaf-leather
Class Distinction: Commoners wear simple natural garments; druids wear living, growing attire
Colors: Moss green, bark brown, autumn gold
Daily Wear: Minimal wraps and natural coverings
Formal Wear: Headdresses of flowers, antlers, and living plant forms
Religious & Legal Codes:
Wooden torcs and leaf tattoos are common. Wearing metal within sacred groves is forbidden.
Armor:
Constructed from hardened wood and thorned growths, blending seamlessly into the forest environment.
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Clothing as Order
Across the Aurionic Empire, clothing is a visible extension of law, culture, and belief. It enforces hierarchy, communicates identity, and reflects the values of each kingdom while remaining tethered to the greater imperial system.
To dress oneself is not simply to prepare for the day—
It is to declare one’s place
within the world,
within the Empire,
and within the Light.
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