Albaean

Albaeans are a majestic species. They evolved for flying across the ocean. Their primary residence is on the island of Albaea. It is rare to find an Albaean in other locations around the world, although it is not completely impossible. A few famous ship captains throughout history have been known to be Albaeans as they know the waters better than anyone else. Additionally rare sightings of Albaeans in the largest of port towns is not entirely uncommon. Otherwise their policy of isolationism is unmatched.

Basic Information

Anatomy

This avian creature boasts six limbs: four on its upper body, consisting of two arms and two expansive wings sprouting just below their shoulder blades with an impressive wingspan. Its slender frame is cloaked in pristine white feathers, while its wings stand out with their striking black plumage. The torso is sleek and narrow, tapering into two legs below. The upper thighs are feathered, transitioning into orange, scale-like lower legs that end in taloned, webbed feet. Atop its body sits a small, feathered head, adorned with a petite orange beak and two beady black eyes, completing its distinctive appearance.

Biological Traits

Advanced Flight: Albaeans have wings developed enough for flight. As a partial action, they can take off from a standing position. After taking off, the Albaean gains a fly speed equal to double their standard movement. Albaeans cannot fly while under medium or heavy overencumbrance or while exhausted. Albaeans can fly for a number of consecutive rounds equal to twice their Endurance (minimum 1 round). They can exert themselves to fly for up to twice as long, but they become exhausted at the end of the flight. In addition, Albaeans can use their wings to glide, negating damage from a fall from any height and allowing 6 meters of forward travel for every 2 meters of descent.
Beak and Claw: Equipped with a sharp beak and a long talon on their foot, the Albaeans possess deadly natural weapons. The Albaean’s beak can be used as a natural 8 WDR piercing weapon and counts as an unarmed strike. Albaeans can also perform a kick with their taloned feet. When using a kick attack, they can choose to add +3 WDR in piercing damage while taking a -2 penalty to the roll. These actions may only be performed if the beak or foot is uncovered.
Floating Swim: An Albaean can land in water and float indefinitely even while incapitated or asleep. Gain a +25 to Swim.

Knowledge of the Ocean: An Albaean gains a +12 to Wayfaring and a +12 Survival(Aquatic).

Genetics and Reproduction

Albaeans reproduce sexually, There is a one month gestation, then the female lays three eggs at a time.

Growth Rate & Stages

Young Albaeans are born with their arms and wings merged as a single limb. By the end of their second year of life, the limbs split and seperate.

Dietary Needs and Habits

Albaeans possess an internal filtration system that enables them to safely consume salt water.

Additional Information

Perception and Sensory Capabilities

Binocular Vision: A vision style common to avian species. It increases perceptory range by reducing the field of vision. Visual Arc 75 degrees.

Binocular Vision

Gain a special minor action, you may choose to focus in on an object or creature granting a +25 to sight based checks against that target. All other sight based checks take an additional penalty of -21

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Light Level	Visual Penalty	Max Visual Range	Information
Very Bright (8000+ lux)	-116	None	Prolonged exposure can cause permanent blindness
Bright (4000-7999 lux)	-46	750 meters	Prolonged exposure can cause permanent blindness
Daylight (2000-3999 lux)	none	8km	None
Well Lit (500-1999 lux)	+12	16km	None
Dim (1-499 lux)	none	8km	None
Dark (>1lux)	-9	750 meters	None
Pitch Dark (0 lux)	-116	None	None

Civilization and Culture

Major Language Groups and Dialects

Albaic

Racial Hit Die: 1d12
Size Category: Average

Origin/Ancestry

Avarian

Lifespan

120 years

Average Height

2.2 - 2.6 meters

Average Weight

54 - 62 kg

Geographic Distribution

• Albaea
• Albaean Ocean

Base Attributes:
Strength: -2
Endurance: +4
Intellect: 0
Perception: +6
Foresight: +4
Magic: 0
Beauty: +3
Rhetoric: +2