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2020-11-17, 01:08 AM
While there is a D&D 3.5 entry for Dvati (found in Dragon Magazine #271 and Dragon Compendium Vol. 1), I haven't found any in-depth analysis of their culture, history, or legends. The best I've come up with is what's already been written.
To that purpose, I've decided to expand the lore of the Dvati in the fashion similar to that found in the D&D 3.5 books such as Races of the Wild and Races of Stone.
Please feel free to critique the setting as I haven't finished working everything out for the Dvati and their city.
I am NOT the original creator of the Dvati. That honor goes to Talon Dunning. I've simply reworked/converted the mechanics in the link below and I'm providing an unofficial expansion of this race's culture.
My PF Dvati Conversion: Here (https://forums.giantitp.com/showthread.php?537288-PEACH-Dvati-Race-Rework-Conversion-to-PF&p=22417539#post22417539)
Dvati Background
Ona'iAma'i wakes up and stretches in the cool desert air under the roof of a well-sheltered home.
At the same time, she shakes off the sand that has built up in her robes from the night's storm... five miles away from the comfort of home and the walls of the city.
"May the experiences of both enlarge and provide balance to the whole," she prayerfully intones from both of her halves.
It is a ritual she follows dutifully, both sides of herself constantly aware of the surroundings of the other. Strangely, non-Dvati insist on calling the half of herself in the city walls Ona'i and the other half patrolling the desert Ama'i.
She finds it strange outsiders will refer to her as 'sisters' and 'twins', but Ona'i doesn't pay it much mind as she negotiates for spices with one of the few foreign merchants capable of finding the city while Ama'i breaks camp with the rest of the patrol.
Although she enjoys the opportunity to see two different views at once, it doesn't reduce her anxiety at being separated and her inability to see her other half.
After she leaves the market she draws near to one of the wells dotting the large oasis city that make up her home. A single voice calls out to Ona'i from behind.
"Hello Ona'iAma'i! How do you fare?"
Her heart skips a beat as she eagerly turns to meet the voice's owner, a pair of well-built Dvati men. As she was not joined by her companion, the two Dvati men accommodated her inability to speak their native tongue by speaking Common.
"NargrethNamren! I fare well, though it is quite boring to patrol for nothing but sand and beetles while being seperated."
She had been interested in growing closer with the good-looking dvati for the past moon and fidgeted a bit out in the desert while remaining perfectly still in front of him.
"Ah, but your dedication is one of your finer qualities," one praises with a smile.
"It is your work both inside and outside of the city that gives us hope of continued safety and prosperity," the other finishes with an overly dramatic flourish.
She tries hard not to giggle at the gesture. She was far from the only dvati willing to split themselves, but it was cute to see NargrethNamren trying to flatter her.
"Why thank you, I-"
"AMBUSH!"
Ona'i's body stiffens suddenly as her other half raises the alarm.
"I'm sorry NargrethNamren, my focus is required."
Without a moment wasted, Ona'i dashes away from the well to a pre-arranged area so as to avoid distractions and to coordinate with other halves of the patrol members serving with Ama'i. AthrasMithra, a friend of hers, was already there, coordinating another member of the patrol.
As Onai'i reaches the canopy of one of the city's many meditation areas set apart for such an occasion, Ama'i parries a blow from a saber aimed for her head. She maneuvers her own blade under the assailant's guard to give a vicious slash to the belly of her opponent, causing him to flinch in pain. Unfortunately, Ama'i's blade makes a shallow cut in the bandit's thick clothing before he scrambles back through the dunes in a panicked retreat.
As Ama'i begins to pursue, Ona'i breaks her single-minded focus.
"Hold, AthrasMithra already got one for questioning."
She breathes a sigh of relief, she wouldn't balk at running into danger, but the thought of another trap could never be discounted with such a brief skirmish. It really did help that the entire patrol could be connected via their 'twins' back at home.
After some brief questioning, the prisoner reveals a larger group of bandits are based in a nearby oasis.
This news causes everyone to shift in anxiety.
"Ona'iAma'i, make sure we get some help from the city," AthrasMithra orders, "it sounds as if they are entrenched."
She nods before taking on the task of meeting with the patrol leaders in the city and relaying the information gained by the patrol outside.
The rest of the day proceeds uneventfully as night comes once more and she lays down to rest. One part of her in a bed of linen, the other, in a bed of sand.
Ona'iAma'i's last thought as she gazed at the stars from two different angles was how she looked forward to the day when she could fully enjoy a single experience with her entire self when she was reunited with her other half.
Description:
Clothing
Dvati clothing tends to emphasize the twins as a whole rather than as individuals. As such, a dvati's wardrobe is typically in an array of complementing colors and styles. Alternatively, a few pairs may even choose to have contrasting fashion choices so as to appeal to wider audiences. One might be dressed in the finery of a high-class citizen while the other dresses in well-worn working clothes. The graceful clothing of the elves speaks to the dvati as grace and poise are highly valued in Dvati culture. Consequentially; light, flowing robes and hoods of various colors tend to be a favorite choice as it provides an air of refinement while staving off the desert heat of their homeland. However, while outside the deserts of their homeland, cloaks with deep hoods are a common choice to avoid disturbing other races with their unwavering gazes. These cloaks may be of varying designs, but dvati generally prefer something complementary to both twins.
Grooming
Grooming among Dvati has a strange practicality despite their love of the arts. Most dvati prefer shorter hair so as to combat the desert heat. However, a wide range of hair ornaments isn't uncommon for female dvati with matching pairs for both halves being a common trait and those with long hair often sport intricate braids that complement any accompanying ornaments. Male dvati who grow beards tend to trim them to a short length so as to keep them from becoming ratty in the desert sand. Their unusually snow-white skin lends the dvati to appreciating painting their faces and bodies for special occasions, usually resulting in a small work of art as both twins paint for each other.
Psychology:
Duality in all things
WIP
Balance
WIP
Cooperation and Unity
WIP
Dvati Life:
Leisure
Dvati commonly enjoy philosophical debates, constantly having a silent discussion with themselves. However, any task that requires a great deal of finesse and coordination is a subject that captures their attention. While dvati enjoy intellectual pursuits, they are capable warriors and hard workers. They consider archery, fencing, and similar combat talents art forms worthy of study. Dvati twins duel each other to press their talents and hone their abilities.
*Last 3 sentences taken from original text.
Arts and Crafts
A pair of twins might paint a mural together, with each twin starting from one end and meeting at the middle to finish the creation. Blacksmiths and artisans will pay careful attention to the quality and detail of their craft, using both twins to rapidly construct masterful pieces in the same amount of time it would take a normal smith to make a more mundane object of the same type. To dvati, putting forth his or her's best effort into creating a handful of masterful pieces is more important than mass-producing multitudes of inferior products. As a result, anything produced by dvati hands is likely to fetch a high price.
*First sentence taken from original text.
Technology and Magic
Magic tends to be difficult for many dvati to employ effectively, as it is surprisingly distracting. However, this does not prevent a theoretical study that many dvati employ to inspire technological advancements that mimic or enhance such spells. As such, dvati have a rather frugal method towards the use of magic, using it only when needed and relying on other means. The most common use of magic in Dvati society is to hide their cities from prying eyes and supplying resources in each 'ring' that cannot be obtained by other means. Dvati technology is a mix of tried-and-true with proof-of-concept, both styles containing a dvati's signature craftsmanship.
Love
Dvati often place an emphasis on how many twins are present in a single activity as an indicator of how interested one party is in the other. As dvati prefer to have more than one viewpoint, dvati will often have multiple courtships at the same time so as to quickly find the one they wish to spend their lives with. Having two sets of twins alone in a single area indicates an unusual amount of dedication and is tantamount to a confession of love or even an engagement as it indicates a single-minded dedication to only one path. Dvati tend to marry at an age comparable to humans due to a low birth rate and as such, arranged marriages are not an uncommon practice for dvati.
Reproduction
Despite their longevity, dvati have very few children and the birth of a healthy set of twins is great cause for celebration. While one twin may be born earlier or later than the other, they are connected before birth, the difficulty lies in the fact that both twins must be born healthy and strong or else the emotional trauma of being alone will quickly kill the survivor. A lone dvati twin will also meet the same fate if the dvati mother only bears a single child. A few dvati born alone do survive to adulthood, but tend to be mentally unstable and are treated with pity as they are unable to fully appreciate the full joys of multiple viewpoints and are plagued with a gnawing sense of emptiness where their other half should be.
Dvati at War
When dvati are unable to peacefully resolve a conflict, their first course of action is to mobilize a highly efficient spy network where twins are split from each other, with one twin infiltrating enemy lines and the other staying at a central base, immediately relaying the information they have gained to their superiors. Smaller numbers and an emphasis on intelligence naturally lends dvati militaries to favor small strike teams that cripple critical leadership positions or operations rather than fielding a large army. However, a full-force dvati army isn't completely out of the question. These armies usually follow the same structure as their government, with 2 dvati twins at the head with 4 other 'rings' under their command. Their ability to quickly communicate with their shield-mate makes their discipline one borne from complete trust in their other half.
Aging and death
Dvati twins usually age at a similar rate to dwarves and tend to leave the world within a few days of each other when they pass from natural causes. When they both pass away, the community will split themselves, with one half in revelry to celebrate the life of the departed while the other group mourns their death. They make sure both twins are buried together and view the separation of twins in death as a grave insult to the departed.
Dvati Society and Culture
While the individual dvati might be unified in purpose, the typical dvati community is based off of reason, honesty, and what they consider common sense. This leads to a form of Communalism, which is easily taken advantage of by those disinclined to obey the spirit of the law and enrich the community as a whole. However, the main city favors a Representative democracy so as to avoid corruption and to accommodate non-dvati who live in or visit the city.
Leaders
Community Structure
When left to their own devices, dvati create small, orderly communities divided into four groups called rings. Each ring is ruled by a council of four dvati twins (two sets of twins), who in turn report to a smaller council of four more dvati. Dvati use a democratic system of elections, with each pair of twins allowed one vote. The rings are responsible for growing their own food, maintaining their section of the settlement, and so forth. When faced with an important decision,the ruling councils call a gathering of the entire community. The twins separate into two groups, with one member of each pair in each meeting, to allow as many speakers as possible to present their views. The dvati as a whole then vote on a decision.
*Taken from original text
Dvati Families?
?
?
Dvati and Other Races:
Dwarves
Their stoic defense of family, industry, and solitude resonates with dvati strongly. It's only when you try to talk them into tempering their stoicism and insistence to adhere to honor that they emulate the walls of stone they love so much. In all, they are relaible allies, but are far too unyielding in most circumstances. Their crafts are impressive and easily rivals or exceeds any intricate work that dvati craftsmen create, which inspires many of them to seek apprenticeships from dwarven craftsmen.
Elves:
Almost as bad as dwarves, elves don't seem motivated to investigate the other side of an argument. However, their exceeding longevity allows for extremely deep debates. While dvati can appreciate space away from other races as elves do, it's perplexing that elves seem more inclined to remove themselves entirely from the gaze of other races rather than seeking for a brief respite.
Gnomes:
An inquiring mind and a drive for innovation make gnomes a real kindred spirit. It also helps that they have a love for music and are all too willing to join in a ballad with both twins. It's only when you treat them as a younger sibling and insist it would be best if someone besides the gnome go first that issues might arise.
Halflings:
While it's hard to not like the little folk, it never hurts that you have two extra eyes to watch out for their antics... or maybe that just doubles the number of pockets to pick. In any case, dvati can empathize with Halflings in not having any land to call their own as the dvati have also been forced to integrate with lands that are already occupied. Now if only the little scoundrel would be willing to talk philosophy instead of wandering off in search of trouble!
Half-Elves:
Half-elves are easy to get along with. Their natural charm and ability to relate with a fellow outcast race makes them easy to relate to. Their long lives mixed with human drive is viewed as an ideal balance by dvati. However, half-elves can be just as varied as humans, debating philosophical wonders one moment and then screaming with rage the next. However, everyone is entitled to a moment or two of emotion so this isn't overly strange. The strange part that dvati can't understand is the apparent wanderlust most half-elves exhibit even when they are invited to join dvati communities.
Half-Orcs:
Half-orcs are nowhere near as stimulating to be around as most other races, but what they lack in tact, they make up for in predictability and reliability. Half-orcs are usually uninterested in intrigue to bother with lies, a filthy habit by Dvati standards, and prefer a straightforward approach that Dvati can appreciate... even if their methods are a bit single-minded.
Humans:
The variety of philosophies and ideals stemming from human thought can lead to many deep and interesting debates among dvati. Their actions however, show a large disregard for unity among the race. Chaos would be the best way to describe humans that refuse to unite under a single banner and creating widely differing communities intent only to war against others not of their faith or ideals. Perhaps their wide variety of opinion and convictions is largely due to how prolific humans are compared to dvati. Yet, you can't help but feel a bit uneasy around them as humans can be saints one moment and conniving villains the next.
Religion:
Dvati worship Thelmeth the Unifier, a divine being represented by a sphere divided in two halves, one black, one white. Thelmeth is typically depicted as a pair of male dvati twins clad in golden robes and wearing laurel wreaths, with each twin carrying a pair of large books. Thelmeth is neutral and his domains are Knowledge, Magic, and Protection. His favored weapon is the quarterstaff.
*Taken from original text.
To that purpose, I've decided to expand the lore of the Dvati in the fashion similar to that found in the D&D 3.5 books such as Races of the Wild and Races of Stone.
Please feel free to critique the setting as I haven't finished working everything out for the Dvati and their city.
I am NOT the original creator of the Dvati. That honor goes to Talon Dunning. I've simply reworked/converted the mechanics in the link below and I'm providing an unofficial expansion of this race's culture.
My PF Dvati Conversion: Here (https://forums.giantitp.com/showthread.php?537288-PEACH-Dvati-Race-Rework-Conversion-to-PF&p=22417539#post22417539)
Dvati Background
Ona'iAma'i wakes up and stretches in the cool desert air under the roof of a well-sheltered home.
At the same time, she shakes off the sand that has built up in her robes from the night's storm... five miles away from the comfort of home and the walls of the city.
"May the experiences of both enlarge and provide balance to the whole," she prayerfully intones from both of her halves.
It is a ritual she follows dutifully, both sides of herself constantly aware of the surroundings of the other. Strangely, non-Dvati insist on calling the half of herself in the city walls Ona'i and the other half patrolling the desert Ama'i.
She finds it strange outsiders will refer to her as 'sisters' and 'twins', but Ona'i doesn't pay it much mind as she negotiates for spices with one of the few foreign merchants capable of finding the city while Ama'i breaks camp with the rest of the patrol.
Although she enjoys the opportunity to see two different views at once, it doesn't reduce her anxiety at being separated and her inability to see her other half.
After she leaves the market she draws near to one of the wells dotting the large oasis city that make up her home. A single voice calls out to Ona'i from behind.
"Hello Ona'iAma'i! How do you fare?"
Her heart skips a beat as she eagerly turns to meet the voice's owner, a pair of well-built Dvati men. As she was not joined by her companion, the two Dvati men accommodated her inability to speak their native tongue by speaking Common.
"NargrethNamren! I fare well, though it is quite boring to patrol for nothing but sand and beetles while being seperated."
She had been interested in growing closer with the good-looking dvati for the past moon and fidgeted a bit out in the desert while remaining perfectly still in front of him.
"Ah, but your dedication is one of your finer qualities," one praises with a smile.
"It is your work both inside and outside of the city that gives us hope of continued safety and prosperity," the other finishes with an overly dramatic flourish.
She tries hard not to giggle at the gesture. She was far from the only dvati willing to split themselves, but it was cute to see NargrethNamren trying to flatter her.
"Why thank you, I-"
"AMBUSH!"
Ona'i's body stiffens suddenly as her other half raises the alarm.
"I'm sorry NargrethNamren, my focus is required."
Without a moment wasted, Ona'i dashes away from the well to a pre-arranged area so as to avoid distractions and to coordinate with other halves of the patrol members serving with Ama'i. AthrasMithra, a friend of hers, was already there, coordinating another member of the patrol.
As Onai'i reaches the canopy of one of the city's many meditation areas set apart for such an occasion, Ama'i parries a blow from a saber aimed for her head. She maneuvers her own blade under the assailant's guard to give a vicious slash to the belly of her opponent, causing him to flinch in pain. Unfortunately, Ama'i's blade makes a shallow cut in the bandit's thick clothing before he scrambles back through the dunes in a panicked retreat.
As Ama'i begins to pursue, Ona'i breaks her single-minded focus.
"Hold, AthrasMithra already got one for questioning."
She breathes a sigh of relief, she wouldn't balk at running into danger, but the thought of another trap could never be discounted with such a brief skirmish. It really did help that the entire patrol could be connected via their 'twins' back at home.
After some brief questioning, the prisoner reveals a larger group of bandits are based in a nearby oasis.
This news causes everyone to shift in anxiety.
"Ona'iAma'i, make sure we get some help from the city," AthrasMithra orders, "it sounds as if they are entrenched."
She nods before taking on the task of meeting with the patrol leaders in the city and relaying the information gained by the patrol outside.
The rest of the day proceeds uneventfully as night comes once more and she lays down to rest. One part of her in a bed of linen, the other, in a bed of sand.
Ona'iAma'i's last thought as she gazed at the stars from two different angles was how she looked forward to the day when she could fully enjoy a single experience with her entire self when she was reunited with her other half.
Description:
Clothing
Dvati clothing tends to emphasize the twins as a whole rather than as individuals. As such, a dvati's wardrobe is typically in an array of complementing colors and styles. Alternatively, a few pairs may even choose to have contrasting fashion choices so as to appeal to wider audiences. One might be dressed in the finery of a high-class citizen while the other dresses in well-worn working clothes. The graceful clothing of the elves speaks to the dvati as grace and poise are highly valued in Dvati culture. Consequentially; light, flowing robes and hoods of various colors tend to be a favorite choice as it provides an air of refinement while staving off the desert heat of their homeland. However, while outside the deserts of their homeland, cloaks with deep hoods are a common choice to avoid disturbing other races with their unwavering gazes. These cloaks may be of varying designs, but dvati generally prefer something complementary to both twins.
Grooming
Grooming among Dvati has a strange practicality despite their love of the arts. Most dvati prefer shorter hair so as to combat the desert heat. However, a wide range of hair ornaments isn't uncommon for female dvati with matching pairs for both halves being a common trait and those with long hair often sport intricate braids that complement any accompanying ornaments. Male dvati who grow beards tend to trim them to a short length so as to keep them from becoming ratty in the desert sand. Their unusually snow-white skin lends the dvati to appreciating painting their faces and bodies for special occasions, usually resulting in a small work of art as both twins paint for each other.
Psychology:
Duality in all things
WIP
Balance
WIP
Cooperation and Unity
WIP
Dvati Life:
Leisure
Dvati commonly enjoy philosophical debates, constantly having a silent discussion with themselves. However, any task that requires a great deal of finesse and coordination is a subject that captures their attention. While dvati enjoy intellectual pursuits, they are capable warriors and hard workers. They consider archery, fencing, and similar combat talents art forms worthy of study. Dvati twins duel each other to press their talents and hone their abilities.
*Last 3 sentences taken from original text.
Arts and Crafts
A pair of twins might paint a mural together, with each twin starting from one end and meeting at the middle to finish the creation. Blacksmiths and artisans will pay careful attention to the quality and detail of their craft, using both twins to rapidly construct masterful pieces in the same amount of time it would take a normal smith to make a more mundane object of the same type. To dvati, putting forth his or her's best effort into creating a handful of masterful pieces is more important than mass-producing multitudes of inferior products. As a result, anything produced by dvati hands is likely to fetch a high price.
*First sentence taken from original text.
Technology and Magic
Magic tends to be difficult for many dvati to employ effectively, as it is surprisingly distracting. However, this does not prevent a theoretical study that many dvati employ to inspire technological advancements that mimic or enhance such spells. As such, dvati have a rather frugal method towards the use of magic, using it only when needed and relying on other means. The most common use of magic in Dvati society is to hide their cities from prying eyes and supplying resources in each 'ring' that cannot be obtained by other means. Dvati technology is a mix of tried-and-true with proof-of-concept, both styles containing a dvati's signature craftsmanship.
Love
Dvati often place an emphasis on how many twins are present in a single activity as an indicator of how interested one party is in the other. As dvati prefer to have more than one viewpoint, dvati will often have multiple courtships at the same time so as to quickly find the one they wish to spend their lives with. Having two sets of twins alone in a single area indicates an unusual amount of dedication and is tantamount to a confession of love or even an engagement as it indicates a single-minded dedication to only one path. Dvati tend to marry at an age comparable to humans due to a low birth rate and as such, arranged marriages are not an uncommon practice for dvati.
Reproduction
Despite their longevity, dvati have very few children and the birth of a healthy set of twins is great cause for celebration. While one twin may be born earlier or later than the other, they are connected before birth, the difficulty lies in the fact that both twins must be born healthy and strong or else the emotional trauma of being alone will quickly kill the survivor. A lone dvati twin will also meet the same fate if the dvati mother only bears a single child. A few dvati born alone do survive to adulthood, but tend to be mentally unstable and are treated with pity as they are unable to fully appreciate the full joys of multiple viewpoints and are plagued with a gnawing sense of emptiness where their other half should be.
Dvati at War
When dvati are unable to peacefully resolve a conflict, their first course of action is to mobilize a highly efficient spy network where twins are split from each other, with one twin infiltrating enemy lines and the other staying at a central base, immediately relaying the information they have gained to their superiors. Smaller numbers and an emphasis on intelligence naturally lends dvati militaries to favor small strike teams that cripple critical leadership positions or operations rather than fielding a large army. However, a full-force dvati army isn't completely out of the question. These armies usually follow the same structure as their government, with 2 dvati twins at the head with 4 other 'rings' under their command. Their ability to quickly communicate with their shield-mate makes their discipline one borne from complete trust in their other half.
Aging and death
Dvati twins usually age at a similar rate to dwarves and tend to leave the world within a few days of each other when they pass from natural causes. When they both pass away, the community will split themselves, with one half in revelry to celebrate the life of the departed while the other group mourns their death. They make sure both twins are buried together and view the separation of twins in death as a grave insult to the departed.
Dvati Society and Culture
While the individual dvati might be unified in purpose, the typical dvati community is based off of reason, honesty, and what they consider common sense. This leads to a form of Communalism, which is easily taken advantage of by those disinclined to obey the spirit of the law and enrich the community as a whole. However, the main city favors a Representative democracy so as to avoid corruption and to accommodate non-dvati who live in or visit the city.
Leaders
Community Structure
When left to their own devices, dvati create small, orderly communities divided into four groups called rings. Each ring is ruled by a council of four dvati twins (two sets of twins), who in turn report to a smaller council of four more dvati. Dvati use a democratic system of elections, with each pair of twins allowed one vote. The rings are responsible for growing their own food, maintaining their section of the settlement, and so forth. When faced with an important decision,the ruling councils call a gathering of the entire community. The twins separate into two groups, with one member of each pair in each meeting, to allow as many speakers as possible to present their views. The dvati as a whole then vote on a decision.
*Taken from original text
Dvati Families?
?
?
Dvati and Other Races:
Dwarves
Their stoic defense of family, industry, and solitude resonates with dvati strongly. It's only when you try to talk them into tempering their stoicism and insistence to adhere to honor that they emulate the walls of stone they love so much. In all, they are relaible allies, but are far too unyielding in most circumstances. Their crafts are impressive and easily rivals or exceeds any intricate work that dvati craftsmen create, which inspires many of them to seek apprenticeships from dwarven craftsmen.
Elves:
Almost as bad as dwarves, elves don't seem motivated to investigate the other side of an argument. However, their exceeding longevity allows for extremely deep debates. While dvati can appreciate space away from other races as elves do, it's perplexing that elves seem more inclined to remove themselves entirely from the gaze of other races rather than seeking for a brief respite.
Gnomes:
An inquiring mind and a drive for innovation make gnomes a real kindred spirit. It also helps that they have a love for music and are all too willing to join in a ballad with both twins. It's only when you treat them as a younger sibling and insist it would be best if someone besides the gnome go first that issues might arise.
Halflings:
While it's hard to not like the little folk, it never hurts that you have two extra eyes to watch out for their antics... or maybe that just doubles the number of pockets to pick. In any case, dvati can empathize with Halflings in not having any land to call their own as the dvati have also been forced to integrate with lands that are already occupied. Now if only the little scoundrel would be willing to talk philosophy instead of wandering off in search of trouble!
Half-Elves:
Half-elves are easy to get along with. Their natural charm and ability to relate with a fellow outcast race makes them easy to relate to. Their long lives mixed with human drive is viewed as an ideal balance by dvati. However, half-elves can be just as varied as humans, debating philosophical wonders one moment and then screaming with rage the next. However, everyone is entitled to a moment or two of emotion so this isn't overly strange. The strange part that dvati can't understand is the apparent wanderlust most half-elves exhibit even when they are invited to join dvati communities.
Half-Orcs:
Half-orcs are nowhere near as stimulating to be around as most other races, but what they lack in tact, they make up for in predictability and reliability. Half-orcs are usually uninterested in intrigue to bother with lies, a filthy habit by Dvati standards, and prefer a straightforward approach that Dvati can appreciate... even if their methods are a bit single-minded.
Humans:
The variety of philosophies and ideals stemming from human thought can lead to many deep and interesting debates among dvati. Their actions however, show a large disregard for unity among the race. Chaos would be the best way to describe humans that refuse to unite under a single banner and creating widely differing communities intent only to war against others not of their faith or ideals. Perhaps their wide variety of opinion and convictions is largely due to how prolific humans are compared to dvati. Yet, you can't help but feel a bit uneasy around them as humans can be saints one moment and conniving villains the next.
Religion:
Dvati worship Thelmeth the Unifier, a divine being represented by a sphere divided in two halves, one black, one white. Thelmeth is typically depicted as a pair of male dvati twins clad in golden robes and wearing laurel wreaths, with each twin carrying a pair of large books. Thelmeth is neutral and his domains are Knowledge, Magic, and Protection. His favored weapon is the quarterstaff.
*Taken from original text.