Satyr

Satyrs, also known as fauns or the Free Folk, were fey creatures that delighted in singing, dancing, feasting, and debauchery.

Basic Information

Anatomy

Satyrs looked like male humanoids of stout build, with fur-covered lower bodies and legs and cloven hooves similar to those of a goat. Similarly, goat-like horns topped their heads; these came in a variety of shapes and sizes, from small nubs to big curling ones akin to a ram. They were typically seen with facial hair and wild, curly heads of hair that ranged in length. Younger satyrs tended to keep their hair short, while older satyrs would just let it grow until it hung about their shoulders.

They had only a male sex, as female satyrs was a phenomenon that just never naturally occurred.

Genetics and Reproduction

Being an all-male race, the satyrs required mating with other creatures in order to reproduce. These creatures were specifically their fellow fey: the dryads, nymphs, and oreads. They also shared the dryads' affection for humans of the opposite sex. Such pairings were likely to result in a child that was a half-fey human, rather than a true satyr.

Ecology and Habitats

Temperate forests

Dietary Needs and Habits

Omnivore

Behaviour

Satyrs were well known for being curious and incredibly hedonistic. They were willing to go to any length to achieve their desires, giving little thought to the results of their actions, and often roped other creatures into participating in debauchery.

Additional Information

Geographic Origin and Distribution

As true fey creatures, they were most commonly found in the fey homeland: the Feywild. However, that does not mean all satyrs stayed for long there; satyrs are naturally very curious and adventurous, and other find homes on various worlds and lands of the Prime Material.

Areas in the Realms where satyrs were known to be found included the following:

• North Faerûn: the Border Forest. They once dwelt in Brynwood in the Vast, but came into conflict with the local korreds over territory. In the ensuing strife, both races fell before monstrous creatures. Afterwards, few of the satyrs remained.
• Northeast Faerûn: the forests of Rashemen.
• Northwest Faerûn: the High Forest, a pair of mountains in those woods known as the Lost Peaks, Neverwinter Wood, and in Westwood.
• Interior Faerûn: they could be found in Chondalwood, particularly its northern reaches. There they regularly patrolled the Old Road in an attempt to ward off human caravans and travelers. They were allied with centaurs and wood giants that also inhabited the forest.
• West Faerûn: the Cloak Wood.

Civilization and Culture

Naming Traditions

Satyrs are fey creatures whose naming traditions reflect their mischievous, joyful, and wild nature, as they originate from the Feywild. A satyr's name is often chosen to reflect their personality and is frequently accompanied by a whimsical nickname.

Base names

Satyrs are often given a single, Greek-sounding name that is meant to capture their core character. These names can sound musical, exotic, or rhythmic. 

Examples of satyr base names:

• Male: Alekos, Dimi, Ilias, Omiros, Pantelis, Spyro, Takis

Nicknames

Nicknames are a central part of satyr naming traditions and are frequently used more than their given names. They can be descriptive of a physical trait, a personality quirk, or a memorable action. 

Examples of satyr nicknames:

• Bounder, Bristlechin, Clip-Clop, Hopper, Nobblehorn, Quickfoot, Scrufflebutt, Twinkle-Eyes 

Major Language Groups and Dialects

Common, Elvish, Satyr, Sylvan

Origin/Ancestry

Fey

Lifespan

300 years

Average Height

5 ft

Body Tint, Colouring and Marking

Skin color(s): Tan to light brown

Hair color(s): Red or chestnut brown

Distinctions: Goat-like horns