Ghem (cetaganda)
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The Ghem are the lower aristocracy of the Cetagandan Empire in Lois McMaster Bujold's sci-fi series, the Vorkosigan Saga
The Ghem are the Military caste and the lower aristocracy of Cetaganda. They are responsible for the military actions of the Empire. However, the entire caste does not work for the army. Some specialize in genetic engineering of less than human life forms.
A distinguishing feature of the ghem is their use of face-paint. The exact usage depends on the individual's clan, status, and the activity they are pursuing. In particular, there are painting patterns associated with military missions.
In the novel Cetaganda, it is revealed that among the younger generation of ghem, fashion dictates that the face paint is reduced to a painted patch on one cheek.
[edit] See also
- The Haut of Cetaganda
- The Ba of Cetaganda
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