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Humans

The humans are not of Actrein. It isn't known where they come from, but it's clear from their suffering of Magic Poisoning that they are certainly not from Actrein.
Very little is known about humans, except by some few-and-far-between researchers who have managed to figure out some information from studies (and later, rudimentary discussions) with them.

Basic Information

Anatomy

Humans' anatomy is very similar to Actreines', though they have never been observed to have the same anomalous traits.

Genetics and Reproduction

No Actreines have ever observed humans' reproductive processes, though due to their appearance being quite similar to Actreines' it's generally assumed that it's also similar.

Growth Rate & Stages

Most of the humans that have landed in Actrein have seemed to be in the range of teenage to adulthood. However, as no humans have reproduced while on Actrein, and as most humans have died after only a few weeks, information on humans' growth is rather sparse.

Dietary Needs and Habits

From observation of living humans and studying the corpses of dead ones, it's likely that humans' diets tend to be omnivorous. However, because of the magic present in the atmosphere, anything humans eat on Actrein eventually will kill them.

Additional Information

Facial characteristics

The only major difference between human faces and Actreine faces (aside from the distinctly different ear shapes and sizes) is in eye color - most humans' eyes have only been green, blue, or brown.

Perception and Sensory Capabilities

Humans' senses and abilities are nearly identical to Actreines', with one crucial sense being noticeably absent: humans cannot use magic.

Symbiotic and Parasitic organisms

Humans could hypothetically be affected by Whisperers, though no cases have been reported yet.

Civilization and Culture

Naming Traditions

Humans' names are strange to the Actreines, while struggling with the names of Actreines.

History

Humans have only been seen on Actrein semi-recently. Nobody knows where they're coming from, but these humans are always confused and unable to speak the local language of the places they've ended up in.
Often, the humans tend to die off after a short period of time. The most common reason they die is due to Magic Poisoning, which has only ever been observed in humans. However, sometimes they die for other reasons, such as scuffles with the wildlife or with an Actreine.

Interspecies Relations and Assumptions

Some humans seem confused by the sight of Actreines, others seem friendly with them. A small handful have been openly hostile towards Actreines, though they don't tend to survive for a long time.
"These strange creatures... Their ears are too small and round, and they can't use magic. They seem to struggle with even the simplest of Actreine names. Just where have they come from?"
Lifespan
Only a few weeks to a few months for most specimens
Average Height
5'5"
Average Weight
137 lbs
Average Physique
Most of the humans that have landed in Actrein seem to be of average build and physique. It isn't known whether their species as a whole is like this, or if the ones landing have only been of that build and physique.
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