So, realistically and logically....

[MsQi]

That doesn't make sense. Of course lore can limit things. You don't see carpenters casting Fire IV.

Edit: Also the catboy thing is very different, since the lore it not the same, although some parts are similar. Male viera are at least not nearly as friendly overall and quite possible very hostile.

Hostility is a choice for a sentient being with free will.

[Zsolen]

Hostility is a choice for a sentient being with free will.

A "choice" they make after being taught to be just that.

[MsQi]

A "choice" they make after being taught to be just that.

And people always do what they are taught?

[Zsolen]

And people always do what they are taught?

When they are brainwashed, yes.

[MsQi]

When they are brainwashed, yes.

Ok I win, you are just getting ridiculous. Brainwashing is not some switch you flip. In fact you you are making the case for people rebelling against this society and leaving for a more tolerant one more compelling.

[Zsolen]

Ok I win, you are just getting ridiculous. Brainwashing is not some switch you flip. In fact you you are making the case for people rebelling against this society and leaving for a more tolerant one more compelling.

They would not have your mentality at all.

[MsQi]

You are just grasping at straws and have nothing to back you up. You'd would have to prove they intrinsically have no free will. If you find something that says so let me know.