The culture of Tochikaze is one of the more relaxed in the world. They understand the need of work, and do it willingly, generally whistling or singing to themselves as they move through their duties. Many come here to find themselves, letting the whispers of the wind carry through their minds, seeking the thoughts that are rooted and true. It is a land of peace and serenity, where laughter is common place. Many of the wind yearn for adventure and travel, more so than the other countries. But, even in this peaceful land, the need for defense is strong. Tochikaze is renowned for their archers, whose skill with a bow surpasses any other. The bows themselves are large, sometimes taller than the ones who operate them. Their magi are known for blending strong gusts with hand-to-hand combat. They cannot, however, fly.
Drakes of the Sky, on the other hand, are the only of their kind to have wings and the ability to fly. They live in the sky, dwelling on floating cities in the clouds. Many consider these beings to be divine creatures, second only to Drakes of the Light. Seeing them is considered an omen, though whether good or bad is the question. They are great and mighty warriors, using their ability of flight to their advantage as they soar through the sky, swooping down like raptors onto their prey. Though they are usually peaceful beings who enjoy flying as more a leisure sport than a practice of combat, there is one recorded account of their females joining together during a time of strife, creating a storm so mighty that the entire country of Tochikaze was torn asunder. This is rumored to have been done to stop a corruption in the country that the mighty Dragon of Wind, FΕ«jin, feared may seep into his children, and from there, into him.
The capital of Tochikaze, Kazehomu, is the largest in the country. Nestled at the far end of the valley, its towering buildings reach high into the heavens, some of them reaching the clouds that cloak the mountain peaks behind them. The people here are almost all members of the middle class, save for the royal family. The royal family generally dresses in fine robes and garments made of silk, with the ladies of the house dressing in ornate kimonos. This does not, however, keep them restrained from their personalities or liveliness. They are generally kind and gentle people, but have tempers and mood changes that mirror the wind itself, gentle one moment, brutal the next. The home of the royal family is a large castle, peaked with towers that reach high into the heavens. The rest of the surrounding area is generally of decent buildings, most being above a single floor.