Ts'emekwes

I'm gonna say this once. 'Gonna say it simple. And I hope to God for your sakes you all listen. There are no Abominable Snowmen. There are no Sasquatches. There are no Big Feet!
-Harry and the Hendersons

Basic Information

Anatomy

Large Humanoid Primates.

Genetics and Reproduction

Ts'emekwes reproduce sexually. They usually give birth to a single infant at a time.

Growth Rate & Stages

Ts'emekwes reach adulthood at age 16.

Ecology and Habitats

Ts'emekwes thrive in heavily wooded areas.

Dietary Needs and Habits

Ts'emekwes have similar diet to Humans.

Additional Information

Social Structure

Ts'emekwes live in small isolated communities (their clan) and very often operate woodland "ranches". The main exception to this is Losuktipi, the largest known community of Ts'emekwes deep in the Losuk Forest.

Facial characteristics

Ts'emekwes have hairy faces and protruding ape-like mouths.

Civilization and Culture

Naming Traditions

Ts'emekwes first names have sounds from the letters a,e,i,h,k,l,m,n,p,r,t,ts,w,y and are usually 3 syllables. They will often use their translated clan name as a last name in dealings with humans and other races.

Major Organizations

The largest clan is Timberfoot and controls Losuktipi.

Beauty Ideals

Ts'emekwes favor braided hair. Most take the time to braid the hair on their heads, but some more conceited Ts'emekwes will braid the hair on their chests as well.

Gender Ideals

Ts'emekwes favor males in lineage but will accept the leadership of females without argument.

Courtship Ideals

Courtship is an involved process for Ts'emekwes consisting of many rituals of gift giving, artistry, and chivalry. Both genders are involved in this process.

Major Language Groups and Dialects

The Ts'emekwes speak Iyapi. Ts'emekwes who are in contact with humans regularly will know Arento.

Common Etiquette Rules

A common practice among Ts'emekwes when greeting members of a different clan is to extend both arms and grip them above the elbow. They will greet members of the same clan the same way but with one opposite arm.

Common Dress Code

Ts'emekwes dress in furs.

Common Taboos

It is offensive to Ts'emekwes to do anything that they feel disrespects nature.

History

The oldest tales in oral history talk about when the Ts'emekwes emerged from the forests and turned from myth into truth. Since then the Ts'emekwes have developed into a woodland agrarian culture, specializing in livestock and dairy products. The turning point in Ts'emekwian agriculture was the taming of ferrets.

Scientific Name

Homo sapiens cognatus

Lifespan

65 Years

Average Height

6'0" - 9'0"

Average Weight

250 - 500 lbs

Average Physique

Ts'emekwes are on average very muscular.

Body Tint, Colouring and Marking

Ts'emekwes body hair can be a variety of Browns, Reds, Whites, and Blacks.