🇮🇳 INDIAN

Distribution & Social Position

• Most common in: Docks, East End, parts of Southwark, trade routes

• Present as traders, sailors, servants, intermediaries, and merchants

• Rare in elite districts unless directly tied to wealth or imperial structures

• Viewed as part of the Empire but not equal within English society

• Associated with trade, administration, and service roles

• Strong racial hierarchy applied by English upper and middle classes

• Working class exposure varies; can range from curiosity to hostility

• Upward mobility limited but possible through wealth or proximity to power

• Often operate in tight-knit communities

Appearance (By Class & Attractiveness)

Trade / Merchant Class (Primary Presence)

Male

• Average → medium height, lean build, darker skin tone

• Attractive → strong symmetry, sharp features, confident posture

• Less attractive → softer or uneven features, still distinct

Female

• Average → slim to moderate build, strong facial features

• Attractive → striking features, clear skin, expressive eyes

• Less attractive → less symmetry, still noticeable presence

Service / Working Class

Male

• Average → lean, practical, slightly worn

• Attractive → noticeable contrast to surroundings

• Less attractive → worn, tired features

Female

• Average → practical, reserved

• Attractive → stands out strongly in lower districts

• Less attractive → worn, early aging

Lower / Slums

Male

• Average → worn, under strain

• Attractive → rare but very noticeable

• Less attractive → heavily worn, thin

Female

• Average → survival-focused, reserved

• Attractive → strong contrast, draws attention

• Less attractive → visibly worn

Upper / Wealth-Linked (Rare)

Male

• Average → refined, well-kept, distinct presence

• Attractive → sharp, confident, composed

• Less attractive → still elevated through status

Female

• Average → elegant, composed

• Attractive → highly striking, refined presentation

• Less attractive → still well-presented

Age Progression

• Baby → darker features, distinct from English immediately

• Child →

  • often raised within community

  • strong cultural identity early

• Teen →

  • more reserved behaviour in public

  • aware of social positioning

• Adult →

  • strongest expression of identity and status

  • defined by role (trade, service, etc.)

• Elder →

  • respected within community

  • more reserved externally

Voice & Behaviour

• Indian accents present across all classes

• Softer tone, often more measured speech

• More reserved in mixed environments

• Upper → controlled, formal, composed

• Middle → polite, structured

• Working → direct but restrained

• Slums → quiet or reactive depending on environment

• General → observant, socially aware, often cautious

Class & Attractiveness Rule

• Indian attractiveness often perceived as “distinct” or “exotic” by English standards

• Attractive individuals stand out strongly in all districts

• Social perception influenced more by race than class in many cases

• Wealth can elevate status but not fully remove social barriers