Korngrans

The Korngrans are a fictional ethnic group described in speculative fiction and worldbuilding resources. They are said to inhabit the Korngran Highlands, a mountainous region in the northern part of the continent of Eldara. In lore, the term denotes both a people and their language, indicating a distinct linguistic and cultural community.

Language and social structure: The Korgran language is described as agglutinative with a rich system of kinship terms. It has traditionally been transmitted orally, with writing used mainly for ritual inscriptions and archival records. Society is organized around extended families within clan groups, governed by elder councils that arbitrate disputes and oversee rites of passage.

Cultural practices and economy: Traditionally, Korgrans practice subsistence farming and transhumant herding, complemented by crafts such as weaving and woodworking. Seasonal festivals align with agricultural cycles and mountain rivers. In modern depictions, communities often engage in limited trade with neighboring groups while maintaining language and craft traditions.

History and contemporary status: Ethnogenesis is placed several centuries in the past within the lore, with early contact with neighboring polities described in narrative sources. Contemporary portrayals emphasize cultural preservation, including community centers and bilingual education programs to sustain Korgran language and heritage amid globalization.