Trolls

Trolls, are a ravenous, predatory species of giant humanoid found throughout almost all regions and types of climates in Kalarda from arctic wastes to tropical jungles, and came in several sub-species. They were uncivilized, monstrous creatures with voracious appetites that roamed from one area to the next feeding upon whatever they could. While some classified them as giants, trolls had no confirmed relation to either Annam All-Father or Othea and thus did not qualify as either true giants or giant-kin.

Basic Information

Anatomy

A typical adult troll stood around 9 feet (2.7 meters) tall on long, ungainly legs. Some trolls grew even larger and these were referred to by some as fell trolls, (not to be confused with the two-headed trolls with the same name.) Their deceptively thin bodies had thick, rubbery hides colored in shades of mossy green or putrid greys, and possessed long hanging arms that ended in massive claws. The skull of a troll had a messy, hair-like growth colored black or steel grey.Females were typically larger, and more powerful, than males.
Although they walked upright, trolls possessed a severe hunch, which caused the backs of their hands to drag on the ground. When they ran, their arms dangled still. Despite their awkward physical appearance, trolls were surprisingly agile and were well adapted to be masterful climbers.
The Average troll had two arms and two legs though trolls were often prone to significant mutations so extra limbs or even heads were not uncommon to see.

Biological Traits

Troll senses were unbalanced. They possessed poor hearing and a sensitivity to light, but superior olfactory senses. Perhaps the most well-known factoid of trolls was their infamous regeneration. Whether a slash in its rubbery hide, or a dismembered limb, trolls could rapidly heal through most wounds. Only acid  or fire could arrest the regeneration properties within a troll's flesh. Dismembered limbs would continue to attack at opponents even after being severed. 
A typical adult troll stood around 9 feet (2.7 meters) tall on long, ungainly legs. Some trolls grew even larger and these were referred to by some as Dire trolls Their deceptively thin bodies had thick, rubbery hides colored in shades of mossy green or putrid greys, and possessed long hanging arms that ended in massive claws. The skull of a troll had a messy, hair-like growth colored black or steel grey. Females were typically larger, and more powerful, than males. 
Although they walked upright, trolls possessed a severe hunch, which caused the backs of their hands to drag on the ground. When they ran, their arms dangled still. Despite their awkward physical appearance, trolls were surprisingly agile and were well adapted to be masterful climbers

Behaviour

Trolls were often very aggressive hunting most other living creatures and were never concerned about the size or number of their prey. They had absolutely no fear of death. In combat, they flailed wildly with their clawed hands and used as a fierce bite, but seldom wielded weapons. On occasion they would throw large stones before closing the gap with their prey

Additional Information

Social Structure

Trolls had little in the way of society. They traveled in non-migratory clans of 3 to 12 and, upon discovery of an area rich with prey, would establish a lair, most often within a cave. They were often located near smaller human or halfling settlements including established roads as those who traveled off the path served as a great source of food. Once established within a region the band of trolls would hunt and devour as extensively as possible until all resources had been exhausted

Domestication

Though they were extremely difficult to tame, trolls were known to serve as mercenaries for more intelligent monstrous humanoids, such as ogres and giants.

Uses, Products & Exploitation

Because of the regenerative properties of troll blood, it was extremely valuable. The blood that could be extracted from one troll was worth upwards of 400 gp This green viscous liquid was used in the manufacture of poisons, antidotes and certain potions of healing.

Facial characteristics

Varied of sub-species to sub-species but many had long noses or worts upon their faces some even having tusks.

Geographic Origin and Distribution

Although they could be encountered nearly anywhere, trolls were most often found in dense forests and subterranean locales, including the Underdark, and fed on whatever they get could rend with their claws. Trolls were commonly found in a large number of areas that earned their name based on their populations, such as the Trollswood North of the Glacialspine Peaks in Shoula

Average Intelligence

Trolls were often significantly below the average Intelligence of most of the other sentient races of Kalarda

Perception and Sensory Capabilities

Trolls Possesd poor hearing and even poorer sight but had superior olfactory.

Civilization and Culture

Naming Traditions

Trolls care little for names but when one was absolutely called for it was often a descriptive term such as Wart-face or crooked-teeth

Major Organizations

None

Major Language Groups and Dialects

Trolls speak Trollish or Trollspeak as referred to by many of the other races a guttural mix of other languages. Any culture they possessed was passed down orally, usually kept within a single clan. Communication was often simple assertions for dominance or a mating female presenting a kill, along with a shared meal, to a prospective male.

History

The origin of trolls was uncertain. However, if the trolls' legends were true that they originated from a number of daughters of Vaprak and if it was true that Vaprak was a son of Annam through the magical and unwanted coupling of an ogress enchantress then trolls were indeed descended from Annam All-Father as were other giants. The trolls also believed that they descended from a dark and primal Earth Mother. then trolls were indeed. other sources believe that Trolls Naturally evolved on Kalarda.

Interspecies Relations and Assumptions

Trolls often preferred to eat other species rather then mate with them though occasionally the latter did happen sprouting the birth of the Trollkin a mix of trolls and other humanoids

Scientific Name

Trolls

Lifespan

100 years, thouhg the majority never make it anywhere near that far

Average Height

9ft

Average Weight

500 ibs

Average Physique

Often lanky but varied from sub-species to sub-species

Body Tint, Colouring and Marking

Troll Body tint varied from sub-species to sub-species from greens, greys, whites, blues, blacks, oranges, and reds