Twi (T-w-eye)

Speakers of the Mist

Biology

Twi are naturally thin due to residing in Abyssia, and their bone structure is often visible. Twi have 4 arms protruding from their torso, the upper arms are mainly for more general tasks, while the lower arms are used more predominantly for Mana control. Their skin is a dark tone and is coarse and other time cracks with age, causing the skin to become tougher over time. With age, the Twi grow auxiliary bones on the outside of their bodies located along the jaw, the lower elbow and at the ankles connected with the Talus' of their feet. These bones are sharp and are used as a natural support, allowing for increased mobility, however they can also be used as a form of self-defence.

Location

Twi used to be native to the Abyss Realm. Residing primarily within the city of Atheri. However, since then the city destroyed fell upon the city and furthermore the Realm of Abyssia as a whole. Since then, most Twi live within the jurisdiction of Undulion, alongside members of the Skrapr Race.

Population

Many Twi were victim to massacre in the times of the The Great Abyssian War, however the remaining population is thought to be around 2,800 and growing.

Lifestyle

Most Twi live in Terranial, often within their own settlements or sharing with other Abyssian races. One such town is New Starr. However, the Twi and Aetherian races still tend to hate each other after the events within the The Great Abyssian War. The population centre with the most Twi is Undulion, located above the Marian Ocean (NE of the main Terranial Super-continent)

Nature

Twi are regarded to be some of the smartest beings by some races, however many believe their traditional ways are inessential. The Twi are a very spiritual race and have some of the highest Mana capabilities of all the races. This is due to their ability to connect with the Mirror Dimension, or as it is sometimes known as, The Mist Realm as the Twi and many other races consider it to be a 4th Realm. The Twi are the only race who have learnt to be able to directly enter the Mirror Dimension.

Civilization and Culture

Interspecies Relations and Assumptions

Twi have very good relations with the Skrapr and Olympion races, primarily due to events of The Great Abyssian War and a lifestyle of living amongst these races. However the Twi race have mostly negative opinions towards people of Aetherian race because of events of the war and The Atheri Genocide.

Capital State:

The Capital State of the Twi is the floating nation of Undulion. This metropolis is a marvel of engineering and Mana control. The city levitates 1.6 miles (2.57 km) above Sea level. The goliath city sits above the Marnian Sea in the realm of Terranial Realm. The city keeps itself afloat using the power of the biggest Mana crystal known, named Undulion, therefore the city being named after it. This crystal once belonged to the King of Abyssia Realm, before he met his fate. The crystal previously floated a city under construction by The Aetherian Empire. The colossal city uses the aid of ancient steam technology all throughout it's streets, similar to the Abyss near the start of the Great Abyssian War. The city adopts the use of wing-like protrusions around the edge of the city, these help generate lift, supporting the Undulion crystal. Alongside these are an assembly of large counterweights in the cities lower rings, this helps stabilize the city. The city is a massive island suspended in the sky, similar to Islands of Abyssia Realm, but far lower to the surface, as the technology/Mana power does not exist to allow the city to float higher. Around the edge of the island is a massive golden colour ring, with smaller rings attached to the island as it peaks at the bottom. The top half of the city is flat terrain, where the main city sits, with a large citadel situated in the middle, built up into a peak like shape. The city is only accessible by use of aircraft, of which only the residents of the city have access to the technology to build. Due to the discovery of ancient technology within the Abyss. However, other races may enter only if welcomed, as the Skrapr and Twi believe that providing the rest of Ravaryn with such technology would spark devastating war, like the events of the Great Abyssian War.

Natural Magic Ability

The Natural Magic Ability of the Twi is Mirror. This ability allows members of the Twi race to connect with a mysterious dimension known as The Mist Dimension, using a unique type of transportation Mana. This ability also allows them to communicate with mysterious creatures within the Mist Dimension, known as Adoli.

Scientific Name

Homo-caligotor

Origin/Ancestry

Abyssian (Highlands/Outlands)

Lifespan

102 years (Average)

Average Height

1.4 - 2.1

Geographic Distribution

• Abyssia Realm
• Terranial Realm