Rashemi are not tribal nation; Rashemen is a souverein state, lead by the Hathran/Wychlaran (witches) who delegate military authority to fyrras (War leaders) and Huthrong - the Iron Lord - is the leader of the warriors. The authority of these women is absolute, but benevolent, and their efforts seem to play a crucial role in keeping the unruly berserkers of their homeland efficiently united against their traditional enemy, Thay, which has attempted to invade Rashemen countless times. Predictably, the Wychlaran and the Red Wizards hate each other with a passion. Many Witches are sent abroad to study other cultures or keep en eye on important people, always accompanied by a faithful bodyguard. Othlot are highest-ranking Wychlaran; the name simply means "True Ones".
Male wizards are rare in Rashemen, the few who exist are highly regarded, kept hidden and well protected, and devote their time to researching new spells and crafting magical items for the Witches (who in turn are strictly forbidden from making magic items themselves). These men are called Vremyonni, the Old Ones, because their magic prolongs their lifespan.
Young Rashemi are expected to leave their country and roam the world for a while before they are considered adults, this rite of passage is called the "dajemma". The dominant religion in Rashemen worships Bhalla (Chauntea), the Hidden One (Mystra) and Khelliara (Mielikki), who are collectively known as The Three.