Tugwattle
It is the link that binds us, the light that guides us, and the blade that sets free.Tugwattles are believed to be the servants of the gods because of their association to the temples and shrines on Mount Ameslin, but they can be found throughout Nalea. Renown collectors of knowledge and wisdom, Tugwattles travel the world seeking secrets for their own private hoard of knowledge. They are extremely helpful. Every language on Nalea has some variation of the phrase "Just ask the Tugwattle," or "Only the Tugwattle knows." This reputation is deserved, but it is often seen as a burden since they expected to always have the answers to the questions they are asked. Ironically, no one knows if they were created to serve the gods of Mount Ameslin or if they gravitated to the temples to learn the infinite secrets of the divinities, or if they do they are keeping it a secret known only to them. Their society is divided into several disciplines that focus on different manners of collections. The oldest surviving record, the Chronicles of Alain Keep, says the Tugwattles were the first to see the light of the gods atop Mount Ameslin and while the other peoples of the region fled from the great and terrible sight, they scaled the mountain to discover the source of the marvelous vision. Standing before those who live in glory, they swore their service to the gods as their eyes and ears throughout the world. This account is disputed by the Tome of Tersa Whitt that claims their people were bound to serve to gods on account of their usefulness. She records a visitation by the full council of divinities to entreat the elders to aid them. Not all of the Tugwattles agreed to this arrangement, which accounts for the wide diaspora of their people. Numerous other accounts exist, but these two are the most prominent and form the basis of most of the others. It is widely believed the Tugwattles promulgate such stories to secure a prominent place for themselves in the lore of the other peoples of Nalea. They contend that is but part of the blessing bestowed upon them by the gods.
Basic Information
Anatomy
Tugwattle eyes are located on the side of the heads so they can see before and behind them. Their hair grows in whorls and varies in color between individuals, though most have hair of two distinct colors in a pattern all over their bodies. They have four fingers including their thumbs and three toes. Their incisors grow continuously throughout their lives.
Additional Information
Facial characteristics
Their eyes are small for their oversized blunted rodent-like heads.
Geographic Origin and Distribution
Tugwattles are found all over Nalea.
Average Intelligence
Tugwattles have a reputation for being fonts of wisdom, but their intelligence is no greater or worse than any of the other sapient species of Nalea.
Civilization and Culture
Major Organizations
Light Sage
Light Sages used their Lantern of Truth, which are a common artifact among the Tugwattles, to seek outLoremaster
Ghostwalker
Soulcaster
Shadowsmith
Wyvern Guides
Culture and Cultural Heritage
At the age of fifteen every Tugwattle goes through the Rite of the Prism to receive their Lantern of Truth and their first link in their Chain of Anamnesis
Common Customs, Traditions and Rituals
Tugwattles are most commonly known for their appearance. When in public, they don robes in the color of their discipline with a cape and cowl, and a hood pulled up so their faces are obscured in the shadows. They carry a Lantern of Light suspended by a Chain of Anamnesis.
Lifespan
60 to 80 years
Average Height
1 to 1.5 meters
Average Physique
Tugwattles as squat with rounded bellies and fat patches in their cheeks.
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