Iridio-Corven - Kenku Species in Lindrinor | World Anvil
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Iridio-Corven - Kenku

Basic Information

Anatomy

Kenkus are small (in general) bird-like humanoid creatures.

Dietary Needs and Habits

Kenkus usually eat nuts and fruits, but some may eat meat or insects exclusively.

Additional Information

Facial characteristics

Bird-like head.

Geographic Origin and Distribution

The Archipelago Siblings

Average Intelligence

Kenkus are very resourceful and smart.

Perception and Sensory Capabilities

Kenkus have an extremely good eye sight.

Civilization and Culture

Major Language Groups and Dialects

Kenkus have a very distinctive form of dialect:
  • Kenkus have the ability to  speak through caws and other callings (generally, Kenkus that do not live in "regular" society speak in this way). However, they are able to memorize and repeat words and phrases spoken by someone else
  • Furthermore, alphabetized old Kenkus are able to record and repeat the pitch and the tone of the voices of people they've heard in their past. Having different of these voices is very revered amongst other Kenkus

Common Dress Code

Kenkus usually do not wear clothing, as their feathers are already a very good isolant.

History

Interspecies Relations and Assumptions

  • The Kenkus that live in Corvusthorp have very good relations to the Lagoes that lived to the southeast
  • Plus, Kenkus are one of the most loyal Iridios towards the Kingdom of Iridionisi 
Genetic Ancestor(s)
Scientific Name
Iridius corvinus
Origin/Ancestry
Originated from the Iridium Curse
Lifespan
300 years
Average Height
50 cm <- 90 cm - 1,5 m -> 2 m
Average Weight
3 kg <- 7 kg - 30 kg -> 100 kg
Average Physique
Kenkus are usually very dextrous, however, they lack physical strength and constitution
Body Tint, Colouring and Marking
Kenkus can have all sorts of different colors of feathers and skin. However, since most of them look like Raven and Cockatoos, they generally have black, brown or white colorations.

Comments

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Aug 3, 2023 12:54 by Enoris Leinwand

I really like the idea of animal-like humanoid using furs / feathers as natural clothing, for it has a realistic sense that I appreciate. I also enjoy how your article is made through bullet points, which are easy to understand and accessible.   I would havve liked to learn more about their history in the article, or have more precise anatomical description, though, for this article leaves me confused if standing on his own. I followed some link which raised more questions but finaly confusion overrode curiosity. I think you might be able to give more context and clarity to your articles in the future.   Overall I really enjoyed this idea and bird-like person with birdlike communication sounds fun !

Aug 12, 2023 16:56 by Molly Marjorie

I like how the old Kenkus are revered for their ability to use different voices. Do kenkus sometimes use different voices to change the meanings of words or phrases? Or are there additional social meanings to this? I would also like a little more information on what you mean by kenkus living in "regular" society, and how they speak.   Good article, very accessible and easy to read! I like how you synergized the information in the main body with the sidebar.

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