Rostorn

There are two distinct types of Rostorn. Rostorn Ba and Rostorn Ri. They are almost identical, except one of their two heads is fully developed. The other is as appearance a shrunken head. Ba have the head developed on the left side. These Rostorn have higher intellectual and comprehensive skills. Ri have the head developed on the right side. These Rostorn are stronger, tougher and more physically adept.

Basic Information

Anatomy

Rostorn are short humanoids. They have three fingers and a thumb on each hand and four toes on each foot. Two of the three genders grow a light fur coat seasonally.

Genetics and Reproduction

Rostorn have three genders, XX, YY and ZX or ZY. X and Y are closely related to ‘male’ while Z is ‘female’. XY is an invalid combination and will always result in a miscarriage. Sexual with 1 year gestation time. XX are always Ri. YY are always Ba. Z can be either, it corresponds to the second letter. Z have breasts for feeding young.

Additional Information

Perception and Sensory Capabilities

Tapeta Lucida Vision: Predatory vision which allows for better vision in dim light. The field of vision is reduced slightly to allow for a more focused hunt. 90 degree field of vision.

Tapeta Lucidum Vision


Light LevelVisual PenaltyMax Visual RangeInformation
Very Bright (8000+ lux)-116NoneProlonged exposure can cause permanent blindness
Bright (4000-7999 lux)-80250 metersProlonged exposure can cause permanent blindness
Daylight (2000-3999 lux)-62kmNone
Well Lit (500-1999 lux)none6kmNone
Dim (1-499 lux)+128kmNone
Dark (>1lux)+254kmNone
Pitch Dark (0 lux)-116NoneNone


Racial Hit Die: 2d6
Size Category: Little
Subraces
Rostorn Ba
Rostorn Ri
Lifespan
120 Years
Average Height
80 cm
Average Weight
27 kg
Geographic Distribution
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