#caou

Clan tags

Clan tags are always worn by members of a clan in public. Tags depict the birthyear at the top and the clan on the bottom separated by a bead or pin. Most tags have some resemblances to their name but usually are made up of patterns and shapes. To the right of the tag is a strand of decorative beads and further right is a good luck charm. The luck charms fabric has a pattern similar to the reflective patterning on seabirds and the feather is also a symbol of luck.

Caou Wolfmen worship and protect seabirds they are said to bring good luck while fishing and be the reincarnated spirits of the dead. Many forms of art depict sea birds and shed feathers are collected for charms and quills for ink.

Clan seal

This the wax stamp of the clan. It represents the clans name (circling fish) and is used on important documents. Most symbols can be easily replicated or simplified to put on important documents but they are most commonly written down in text form.

Currency and Family charm

To the left is a string of the Caou currency "squares". They are copper square coins with a hole in them and are held together on a rope or chord. They are commonly used in cities and more populated areas but trading valuables like metal, spices and salt is still a common practice in more rural areas and during large trades.

To the right is a Familial charm they are typically made of wood or metal and detailed with beads and dried shore plants. They are made by the family during a generation marking important events and as a symbol of protection and strength. These are usually hung inside the resting and entertainment place in the home and are brought out to tell the stories it has to young children.

Conch shell horn

This is the Ama's shell horn or "agui". They are made from trumpet shells with additions of string and a mouth piece. Wolfmen are very vocal and use a lot of wind instruments for both communication and music. Agui are mainly used from communication while boat fishing by common people because of their simplicity and easy customization.