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{{Clothing | {{Clothing | ||
| name | | name = Clothing | ||
| image | | image = Tunic.png | ||
| imagecaption= Garments from several universes displayed side by side. | | imagecaption = Garments from several universes displayed side by side. | ||
| type | | type = Universal Apparel | ||
| material | | material = Varies by universe (cotton, silk, alloys, enchanted fabrics, crystal, spirit-thread) | ||
| wearer | | wearer = All sentient species | ||
| function | | function = Protection, Modesty, Ornament, Ritual, Utility | ||
| origin | | origin = Multiversal | ||
| universe | | universe = [[Continuum Universes]] | ||
| introduced | | introduced = Primeval societies of each universe | ||
| status | | status = Ubiquitous | ||
| cultural_significance = Identity, tradition, class, and metaphysical function | | cultural_significance = Identity, tradition, class, and metaphysical function | ||
}} | }} | ||
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== Overview == | == Overview == | ||
Clothing fulfills several recurring roles throughout the Multiverse: | Clothing fulfills several recurring roles throughout the Multiverse: | ||
* '''Protection:''' Simple cloth in [[Kosmos]], spirit-thread armor in [[Valorik culture]], or crystalline carapaces shaped into garments among the [[Aenorians]]. | * '''Protection:''' Simple cloth in [[Kosmos]], spirit-thread armor in [[Valorik (Culture)|Valorik culture]], or crystalline carapaces shaped into garments among the [[Aenorian|Aenorians]]. | ||
* '''Modesty and Ornament:''' In many universes, clothing communicates beauty standards, religious devotion, or clan identity. | * '''Modesty and Ornament:''' In many universes, clothing communicates beauty standards, religious devotion, or clan identity. | ||
* '''Utility:''' Specialist attire—spacefaring suits, mage-robes, combat exoskins—extends the wearer’s abilities. | * '''Utility:''' Specialist attire—spacefaring suits, mage-robes, combat exoskins—extends the wearer’s abilities. | ||
* '''Ritual and Metaphysics:''' Garments often embody symbolic functions: coronation cloaks that seal dynastic authority, corsets that sanctify a | * '''Ritual and Metaphysics:''' Garments often embody symbolic functions: coronation cloaks that seal dynastic authority, corsets that sanctify a Valorîin binding, or shrouds woven to guide souls into the afterlife. | ||
== Variations Across Universes == | == Variations Across Universes == | ||
* '''Kosmos:''' In [[Kosmos]], clothing reflects environmental need and social status. Corsets, suits, uniforms, and robes became powerful symbols of culture and hierarchy. Materials include natural fibers, animal hides, and later industrial synthetics. | * '''Kosmos:''' In [[Kosmos]], clothing reflects environmental need and social status. Corsets, suits, uniforms, and robes became powerful symbols of culture and hierarchy. Materials include natural fibers, animal hides, and later industrial synthetics. | ||
* ''' | * '''Lethurîa:''' Clothing is an extension of strength and identity. Corsets serve as armor and beauty; cloaks bear clan sigils; boots may be imbued with spirit-bonded resilience. [[Honorific|Honorifics]] are often physically woven into garments as embroidery, declaring lineage and role. | ||
* '''Galaxa:''' Spacefaring societies integrate technology and clothing: lightweave armor, prism-cloaks, and void-resistant robes. The [[Aenorians]] wear no conventional fabric; instead, their crystalline bodies project luminous “attire” as cultural expression. | * '''Galaxa:''' Spacefaring societies integrate technology and clothing: lightweave armor, prism-cloaks, and void-resistant robes. The [[Aenorian|Aenorians]] wear no conventional fabric; instead, their crystalline bodies project luminous “attire” as cultural expression. | ||
* '''Aerenda:''' Garments often combine industrial and mystical traits. [[Elfia]] nobility wear starlit robes infused with [[Aetheria]]’s magic, while [[Anthria]] adorn themselves with beast-hide cloaks reflecting their spiritual bonds. | * '''Aerenda:''' Garments often combine industrial and mystical traits. [[Elfia]] nobility wear starlit robes infused with [[Aetheria]]’s magic, while [[Anthria]] adorn themselves with beast-hide cloaks reflecting their spiritual bonds. | ||
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== Notable Examples == | == Notable Examples == | ||
* [[ | * [[Corset (Valorîin)|Valorîin Corsets]] – armor-beauty hybrids worn in battle and binding. | ||
* [[Aenorian Lightshrouds]] – prismatic garments of resonance, projected rather than worn. | * [[Aenorian Lightshroud|Aenorian Lightshrouds]] – prismatic garments of resonance, projected rather than worn. | ||
* [[Aerenda Binding Robes]] – worn during soul vows, said to burn away deceit. | * [[Aerenda Binding Robes]] – worn during soul vows, said to burn away deceit. | ||
* [[Kosmos Corsets]] – body-compressing garments of Renaissance Europe, symbols of discipline and beauty. | * [[Corset (Kosmos)|Kosmos Corsets]] – body-compressing garments of Renaissance Europe, symbols of discipline and beauty. | ||
== Trivia == | == Trivia == | ||
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[[Category:Artifacts]] | [[Category:Artifacts]] | ||
[[Category: | [[Category:Multiverse]] | ||
[[Category:Clothing]] | [[Category:Clothing]] | ||