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Tuatha

The Progenitor Race of Elves and Orcs

One of the first mortal races, they fought with The Pantheon to establish order. They were the first mortal race capable of magic that rose from the power of souls alone, and not by the hands of the Theoi. The first were born from the blood of the Menaðíos spilt during the war, the blood was mixed with ash from the battlefield and a host of souls drawn to the power of their blood formed it into new beings, the pale Tuatha.

Basic Information

Anatomy

They are anthropomorphic, with two arms, two legs and an endoskeleton. They have very faint hair covering their body, with much more on their heads.

Biological Traits

Males are often larger and stronger than females; however, females are more flexible and have stronger immune systems since they bear children.

Genetics and Reproduction

They reproduce as most mammals do, with a gestation period of 6 months.

Growth Rate & Stages

They reach adolescence within 16 to 18 years and adulthood within 23 to 25.

Dietary Needs and Habits

They are omnivores and require a balanced diet of meat and plants; however, they've also learnt to draw power directly from magic, while not as effectively as magivores, they can't still draw enough to aid them in dire situations.

Additional Information

Facial characteristics

They have elegant human features, with pointed ears and sharp brows.

Average Intelligence

They are of above average intelligence.

Perception and Sensory Capabilities

Their primary senses are on par with most mortal races; however, they have the unique ability to smell out and identify magic without needing to use spells.

Civilization and Culture

Naming Traditions

First names are based in their language Eotath, while last names come from their house of origin.

Major Language Groups and Dialects

  • Eotath
  • Altûŕic

History

The first were born from pools of Menaðíos blood and ash that covered the battlefields of the First War. A large hosts of souls were drawn to the power of the blood and with the ash they formed the Tuatha. They became an instrumental part of The First War, together they were capable of matching the overwhelming magic of enemy Menaðíos and their ability to smell out magic allowed them to both track down and avoid the Makhai. After order had been established, and the war ended, two things happened, first, the Tuatha began to settle and start simpler lives. They settled in the eastern region of the Ecíos desert and called the land Mag Mell. Secondly, four Tuatha heroes were blessed by the Ðíos for their part in establishing order. One's lineage was blessed with light, one with dark, one with great warriors and the final with eternal royalty. Theses descendants became the elves. Not long after settling into their new home, they were met by a host Fomori travelling from the void, after altercations they fought, leaving a permanent scar on the relations between the two races.

Interspecies Relations and Assumptions

The Tuatha care little for other races other than their Elven descendants and Nemedian allies.
Lifespan
Immortal
Average Height
6'0" - 6'8"
Average Weight
85kg - 120kg
Average Physique
They have very low fat deposits and therefore appear fairly muscular and chiselled.
Body Tint, Colouring and Marking
They have incredibly pale skin to the point that it almost appears translucent. The skin turns black around their eyes, mouths and calloused regions, as well as scar tissue.

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