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This handsome, dusky olive-skinned race is a passionate race. They are fierce in war, love, and play. In this respect, they have changed little from their heritage of Ancient Vulcan. They enjoy good food and trustworthy companions. Their love of life is seen in the stunning vitality, clarity, and ferocity of their art. Their devotion to duty and their loyalty to the Empire exceeds even that of the most fanatical Klingon. Rihannsu starships are all equipped with powerful fusion explosive devices for use in the destruction of the craft. Rather than be taken prisoner, most Rihannsu would rather die with their ship.

Cautious at best, xenophobic at worst, the Rihannsu people have a right to paranoia born of their violent history. The experience with the Orion pirates on ancient Vulcan burned a lesson into their minds forever: never trust an alien. In the mind of a Rihannsu, only another Rihannsu person is worthy of respect and civility.

Romulan Culture & Society

There is an old Rihannsu proverb that sums up the culture rather well: "Certain it is and sure: love burns, ale burns, fire burns, and politics burns. But cold was life without them." Here is an in-depth look at Rihannsu (Romulan) Role Playing in our organization.

Romulan Culture: A more detailed explanation of Rihannsu (Romulan) Culture & The Ruling Passion
Romulan Society: A deeper look into Romulan Society.
Romulan Family: A look into the Romulan Family Structure.
Romulan Names: A look into Romulan naming conventions and history.
Romulan Clans: A look into Romulan Clans and Houses.
Romulan Religion: Looking at Romulan Religion.
Romulan Education: A brief look at the Romulan Education System
Romulan Fashion: A look at Romulan fashion, civilian and military.
Romulan Recreation: Romulans like to have fun too!
Romulan Worlds: A brief look at the heart of the Romulan Star Empire.
Romulan History: A look at the history of the Rihannsu people.

Romulan Government

The Rihannsu (Romulan) government is a tightly-run tricameral (three house) system of checks and balances designed to prevent anyone group or individual from monopolizing power for too long a period. Owing its existence to the harsh rule and eventual overthrow of Vriha T'Rehu, the Ruling Queen, the Rihannsu system has worked rather well considering the turbulent history of the Rihannsu people.

Romulan Senate: A look at the Romulan Senate's Upper and Lower Houses
Romulan Praetorate: A look at the Praetorate (Council of Executives)
Romulan Economy: A brief look at the Romulan Economy
Romulan Justice: A brief look at the Romulan Justice System

Romulan Military

The Romulan military is the backbone, and in many instances, the entire foundation of the Romulan Star Empire. To be Romulan is to fulfill one's duty, and to fulfill one's duty one must serve. Every member of the Romulan Empire must serve in the military, this mandatory 10-year service is called the Serona. Those who do not serve in the military are considered shameful and have no active role in Romulan society.

Serving in the military is the largest path to success and the easiest method to bring honor to one's house and clan. The Romulan military consists of three branches, The Galae, the Tal'Shiar, and the Rei'Krannsu. The Gai'Shian is actually a sub-branch of the Galae but also consists of planetary militia and local police forces. Read all about them below!

The Galae: A look at the Romulan Imperial Navy.
The Gai'Shian: A look at the Romulan Militia/Marines.
The Tal Shiar: A look at the secretive Romulan Intelligence Agency
The Rei'Krannsu: A look at the Elite Rangers
Romulan Weapons: A look at the Romulan Weaponry

Romulan Language

Common Rihannsu Phrases: A look at the commonly used words and phrases of the Rihannsu
English to Romulan Dictionary: Dictionary from English to Romulan
Romulan to English Dictionary: Dictionary from Romulan to English
Romulan Pronunciation Guide: A guide to Rihannsu Pronunciation

Miscellaneous

Romulan Space Map: A detailed look at the space of the Romulan Empire
Rihannsu Thoughts: A discussion of the Romulans in UCIP.

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 == Romulan Culture & Society ==
-To better understand the Rihannsu culture of today one must look at the  Vulcan culture of the past. The Vulcans of the past were extremely warlike and emotional. It was only the teachings of Surak that brought about the logical Vulcan culture of today. It was a student of  Surak's, S'Task, who determined after the deception of the people by a  "barbarous and cruel universe" that logic and peace were not the answer.  Thus, he led a group of people out into the stars to create a new way of life. Based on the fundamentals of ancient Vulcan society, Rihannsu culture is a liberal admixture of old Vulcan traits and ideas that evolved during their travels, called 'The Journey of Sundering' in the ancient texts of both the Vulcan and Rihannsu people.
+There is an old Rihannsu proverb that sums up the culture rather well: "Certain it is and sure: love burns, ale burns, fire burns, and politics burns. But cold was life without them." Here is an in-depth look at Rihannsu (Romulan) Role Playing in our organization.
-There is an old Rihannsu proverb that sums up the culture rather well: "Certain it is and sure: love burns, ale burns, fire burns, and politics burns. But cold was life without them." Rihannsu people enjoy all aspects of life to the fullest, reveling in their experiences. Even seemingly unpleasant experiences like death, and war, are cherished for their intensity.  One of the most surprising things to outsiders is the discovery that the Rihannsu are a very poetic and artistic society as well, balancing their fierce warrior ethic with the sensitivity of true artistry.
+*'''[[Romulan Culture]]: A more detailed explanation of Rihannsu (Romulan) Culture & The Ruling Passion'''
+*'''[[Romulan Society]]: A deeper look into Romulan Society.'''
+*'''[[Romulan Family]]: A look into the Romulan Family Structure.'''
+*'''[[Romulan Names]]: A look into Romulan naming conventions and history.'''
+*'''[[Romulan Clans]]: A look into Romulan Clans and Houses.'''
+*'''[[Romulan Religion]]: Looking at Romulan Religion.'''
+*'''[[Romulan Education]]: A brief look at the Romulan Education System'''
+*'''[[Romulan Fashion]]: A look at Romulan fashion, civilian and military.'''
+*'''[[Romulan Recreation]]: Romulans like to have fun too!'''
+*'''[[Romulan Worlds]]: A brief look at the heart of the Romulan Star Empire.'''
+*'''[[Romulan History]]: A look at the history of the Rihannsu people.'''
+==Romulan Government==
+The Rihannsu (Romulan) government is a tightly-run tricameral (three house) system of checks and balances designed to prevent anyone group or individual from monopolizing power for too long a period. Owing its existence to the harsh rule and eventual overthrow of Vriha T'Rehu, the Ruling Queen, the Rihannsu system has worked rather well considering the turbulent history of the Rihannsu people.
+*'''[[Romulan Senate]]: A look at the Romulan Senate's Upper and Lower Houses'''
+*'''[[Romulan Praetorate]]: A look at the Praetorate (Council of Executives)'''
+*'''[[Romulan Economy]]: A brief look at the Romulan Economy'''
+*'''[[Romulan Justice]]: A brief look at the Romulan Justice System'''
+==Romulan Military==
+The Romulan military is the backbone, and in many instances, the entire foundation of the Romulan Star Empire.  To be Romulan is to fulfill one's duty, and to fulfill one's duty one must serve.  Every member of the Romulan Empire must serve in the military, this mandatory 10-year service is called the Serona.  Those who do not serve in the military are considered shameful and have no active role in Romulan society.
-All Rihannha usually practice some form of creative endeavor in their spare time like painting, sculpting, music, or creating literary works.  Museums abound throughout the Rihannsu territories, and many mediums are expressed in their artwork and creative endeavors. Epic poetry is considered one of the most favored styles of literature.  Other art forms that the Rihannsu hold in high regard, is Martial Arts, and swordplay.
+Serving in the military is the largest path to success and the easiest method to bring honor to one's house and clan.  The Romulan military consists of three branches, The Galae, the Tal'Shiar, and the Rei'Krannsu.  The Gai'Shian is actually a sub-branch of the Galae but also consists of planetary militia and local police forces.  Read all about them below!
-Often, Rihannsu by the thousands flock to the Arena's to enjoy the demonstrations of their finest athletes.  It is not unusual to see the spectators challenge the athletes themselves, more to learn a new technique that had been demonstrated, than out of any great desire to defeat the champions.
+*'''[[The Galae]]: A look at the Romulan Imperial Navy.'''
+*'''[[The Gai'Shian]]: A look at the Romulan Militia/Marines.'''
+*'''[[The Tal Shiar]]: A look at the secretive Romulan Intelligence Agency'''
+*'''[[The Rei'Krannsu]]: A look at the Elite Rangers'''
+*'''[[Romulan Weapons]]: A look at the Romulan Weaponry'''
-The Rihannsu also enjoy a lot of games. The most well-known are: D'elo the game of stones and sticks that traces back to ancient Vulcan,  Lhi the game of wits and riddles, and even three-dimensional chess has become popular within Rihannsu space.  The Rihannsu also enjoy Khariat, a  game made up of pieces that are removed one at a time from the structure.   The one to draw the piece that causes the structure to fall is the loser.   Trayatik is a dice game, similar to 'craps'.  Villrillu is the Rihannsu version of playing cards, and there are numerous games to be enjoyed with them.  Another popular game, Tyr'llryanniha, is a full-contact, often a  brutal and bloody, sport. It is similar to Earth's football, but with the added danger of razor-sharp, bladed weapons.  It is not unusual to see at least half of the players carried off the playing field before the first half of the game is finished.   The Rihannsu also relish nature and enjoy the outdoors a great deal.  Most Rihannsu are avid hikers and campers and participate in a wide variety of other outdoor activities as well.
+==Romulan Language==
-*'''[[Romulan Culture]]: A more detailed explanation of Rihannsu (Romulan) Culture & The Ruling Passion'''
+*'''[[Common Rihannsu Phrases]]: A look at the commonly used words and phrases of the Rihannsu'''
-*'''[[Romulan Society]]: A deeper look into Romulan Society'''
+*'''[[English to Romulan Dictionary]]: Dictionary from English to Romulan'''
+*'''[[Romulan to English Dictionary]]: Dictionary from Romulan to English'''
+*'''[[Romulan Pronunciation Guide]]: A guide to Rihannsu Pronunciation'''
+== Miscellaneous ==
+*'''[[Romulan Space Map]]: A detailed look at the space of the Romulan Empire'''
+*'''[[Rihannsu Thoughts]]: A discussion of the Romulans in UCIP.'''
+[[Category: Imperial Databank]]