Ainu Village - Kitay Kotan

[EnbyKaiju]

Trying something a little different in this long-term world. For each age I'm working on a new village, spending at least one full year (360 days) in it before moving on and leaving something behind that I can revisit and feel pride in.

And because I'm taking a lot of inspiration from Japanese history and the cultures that live/lived there throughout history I knew where to start in the stone age. The Ainu are, while sadly diminished in numbers due to imperialist subjugation, a living culture in the northern end of Japan. They were historically primarily a hunting/fishing society that did a lot of trade, so that felt like the perfect place to build and learn about the culture as I go and see how well I can pay homage to their living memory as I play. (highly recommend learning more about the Ainu here ) I've named this little village Kitay Kotan (Mountain Village), as it's based in a gorgeous little cove at the base of a small but stunning mountain.

Because the Ainu historically didn't do metalworking, and VS doesn't have non-metal carving tools in vanilla I did work up just enough copper for a few chisels & a saw, but that has to last me the entire year. When I get through the long winter I can start work on the next town & bronze age.

I have big long-term plans for this world, but forcing myself to start slow, to focus on a gentle approach, is helping keep me grounded and not push myself to burning out.

[Zahariax]

Interesting build, i like that is based on a real culture. I Also really like the little fire spot with croks and the rug.

[Farmore]

Very unique build! Love the internal decor.