Zichengs
Zichengs are a fictional ethnocultural group described in this article as part of a hypothetical world. They are associated with the Zicheng Basin, a highland valley in the northern foothills of the continent of Nymera. In fictional accounts, Zicheng communities are organized into kin-based clans that trace descent from founding ancestors and share a distinct cultural repertoire.
The Zicheng language is portrayed as part of the Zichic language family, typically described as agglutinative
Historically, migrations during the medieval period are said to have formed the core of Zicheng society, with
Economy includes millet and maize agriculture, pastoralism, and crafts such as weaving and metalwork. Cultural life
Today, Zicheng communities are depicted as dispersed with regional hubs and strong diasporas. In scholarly sketches,