Ferali

Basic Information

Anatomy

Flesh Covering: skin and hair
Tails: They have a tail made of the same hair as on their heads and shares the same colouring. Some trim it, but generally its left to grow to its natural length.
Mode of walking: bipedal
Foot type: Their feet are encased in a tough hoof
Warm or cold blooded: warm
Sleep pattern: preferentially diurnal

Genetics and Reproduction

Estrus: any time
Gestation: 27-34 weeks
Size of litter: single offspring, though multiple births have been known to happen
Type of offspring: live
Raised by: parents
Birth length: 40-45 cm
Birth weight: 5-7 lbs

Gender and age distinctions
Young: Sprout
Juvenile: Sapling
Adult female:
Adult male:
Group: Grove

Growth Rate & Stages

Eyes open: at birth
Weaned: Generally this is at the discretion of the parents, but on average they’ve been weaned by their first birthday.
Independant: It is generally assumed that by the time a child has reached the age of 10 that they can do most things for themselves.
Maturity: Physical maturity is reached somewhere between the ages of 16-19 with some individuals developing more rapidly than others.
Standard Life Expectancy: 80 years

Dietary Needs and Habits

Diet is determined more by location than by anything in their physiology. Ferali are omnivorous by nature and are capable of eating almost anything.

Additional Information

Social Structure

Political Structure: oligarchy - theocracy
Strong Influence: popular support
Popular Issue: legal system
Stability: very shaky

Personal Freedoms: very good
Scandals: very rare
Foreign Relations: very good

Facial characteristics

Number of Eyes: 2
Positioning: front

Civilization and Culture

Naming Traditions

Ferali revere nature and are almost exclusively named for plants. Trees and bushes are the most common names types.

Major Language Groups and Dialects

All Ferali speak a common language Ferali . There are some regional differences but by and large a Ferali can make themselves understood no matter where they go. This is largely due to the work of the Magi in keeping it that way.

Common Dress Code

Because they have hoof-like feet, they don't wear any kind of shoes.


Members of the nobility wear hats to show their status. The bigger the hat, the higher their social standing.

Culture and Cultural Heritage

Highly Values: ethics
Known For: sculpture
Popular Entertainment: music/concerts
Respected Profession: merchant

Discrimination: age-based
Major Taboo: displays of affection
Major Social Ill: drugs

Scientific Name

Zekoe Nemya

Lifespan

80 years

Average Height

Females average about 5’2’, while males are only slightly taller on average at 5’4’’

Average Weight

Females: 99 - 121 lb (44.9 - 54.9 kg)
Males: 117 - 143 lb (53 - 64.8 kg)

Body Tint, Colouring and Marking

Ferali tend to have dark skin. The standard tone is a nutty brown. Paler skin tones are seen as abnormal. Darker browns are exotic and sought after. Vainer Ferali do what they can to artificially darken their skin.

Related Ethnicities

• Becinian
• Ciheian
• Effervander
• Paroran
• Thaulander

Related Myths

• Lost Souls