Saydia
Sayleus is the light side of Saylua. In contrast to Luaria, Sayleus is always day. The people of Sayleus are called Sayleans.
History
Although both the Luaria and Sayleus sides of Saylua existed prior to The Impact, the cultural identity of Sayleus extends further back into time. Before The Impact, Saylua as a whole was seen as a single planet-wide region, referred to as Sayleus.
Life in Sayleus
The meteor impact and subsequent tidal locking of Saylua brought what many consider to be both a blessing and a curse to the region of Sayleus. On the one hand, huge areas were scorched and made barren under the endless daylight, but on the other the areas near the dawnlands were given an endless growing season. This growth was only accelerated by the arrival of the aurora's magic, causing a bountiful bloom all around the border. Many refugees came from the region now known as Luaria, braving passage across the treacherous dawnlands to in search of a new home. All in all, the more habitable regions of Sayleus are now relatively densely populated with people from all over the planet.
Saylean culture also bloomed in the wake of the disaster as scholars and artists worked tirelessly to preserve and synthesize all that the peoples of the world brought with them. Technological progress also took off with many cities becoming hotbeds of basic research and engineering. Despite the lower levels of magic present in the environment compared with those in Luaria, Saylean magic users still achieve impressive feats through careful study and documentation of magical phenomena and a focus on the careful and efficient use of magic by trained practitioners. Like their counterparts on the other side of the planet, many Sayleans have magical creatures as companions to aid them in their daily lives and be cared for in return.
For all the progress that has been made, it is best to think of Sayleus as a place which has progressed in spite of the meteor's impact instead of because of it. For every person who made it to the border regions and their shimmering cities there were many who did not. Some however, did in fact choose to remain in or migrate to the burning deserts where the sun is at what would be considered close to noon. They usually eke out a simpler existence in or near one of the many oases that dot the landscape. One of the most striking forms of shelter to be found in the hotter regions is the areas shaded by ancient trees which have proven tough enough to survive the drastic changes. Researchers from the border region have observed faint traces of magic being absorbed by these gentle giants. Apparently they were either fortunate enough to be ready or able to quickly adapt to this new way of life.
To be ignorant is seen as a great personal failing in Saylean cities, less so once you get outside the built up centers. It is sadly common for people who have incorrect or even sufficiently unorthodox ideas to be looked down on as foolish without regard for the opportunities they've had. Debate and experimentation is welcomed and encouraged but the process for doing so correctly is not always easily understood. Still, if a Saylean has the time and is in the right mood most will gladly answer questions from outsiders, although you can expect them to ask you some in return. Apprenticeship is a major component of Saylean education, and the various guilds and independent craftspeople are always looking for eager youths willing to learn their trade.
Many in Sayleus hold rather romanticized views of life in Luaria, often based in fact but lacking critical nuance and detail. Several times a year large caravans full of eager students and professionals alike will cross the dawnlands for a chance to visit the fabled lands. These visits often lead to surprise followed by understanding, although by the time they return home they've often picked up new and persuasive misconceptions of their own.
