The Eldritch
The Eldritch are an unusual race in the world of Corrigenda. As there is a population of only about one thousand give or take a couple hundred. They are not born but raised. The youngest of the Eldritch is Servalin at the age of one thousand, one hundred eighty-four years young.
Time is irrelevant if not for the limited time which one has to measure it.
The health of the body is propotionate to the health of the soul, and yet inversely proportionate the health of the land. When the land is unhealthy all life and health suffers. When the soul is unhealthy the body follows.
Basic Information
Biological Traits
The Eldritch maintain the general appearance they had before their apotheosis. Though the beliefs of their followers can alter many of those traits.
Genetics and Reproduction
The Eldritch do not reproduce in the same way as the other races of Corrigenda as they have reached apotheosis. That being said it takes a very special person to become one of the Eldritch. Though they cannot reproduce with each other they sometimes do choose to have children with other races. When they do they can pass along a portion of their magic.
Growth Rate & Stages
The Eldritch come into the world fully formed and in their final stage. There have been some who before apotheosis had no magic but once they reached the status of Eldritch were imbued with magic of a type which cannot be compared.
Ecology and Habitats
The Eldritch live everywhere. They travel around Corrigenda as the whim takes them.
Dietary Needs and Habits
Though they are living they have no true dietary needs. They survive on the adoration and reverence of the people of Corrigenda. Thus as the perception of the individual Eldritch changes over time so do they.
Biological Cycle
Though the Eldritch are typically diurnal. They do not need to sleep.
Additional Information
Social Structure
The Eldritch are a loose community of individuals who rarely find the need or desire to interact with each other, though they often enjoy interacting with the other races and influencing them.
Civilization and Culture
Gender Ideals
The Eldritch have no use for gender as a personal choice since they are aware that the perceptions of them by the people can alter their very form.
Common Myths and Legends
There are many legends about the Eldritch. The oldest Eldritch known only as "The First" is said to have created the races of Corrigenda.
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