Fnipper

Fnipper are small forest dwelling hunter gathers. They prefer peaceful and quiet lives. The females tend to be the dominant and more intelligent of the species while the males do most of the manual labor, hunting and cooking. The species is thought to be magical because they have a luminescent glow when they are frightened or embarrassed. In actuality, they have learned how to utilize magic but they have no real innate magical abilities and desperately struggle to control their emotions and thereby their luminescence.  Only the very old or exceptionally calm Fnipper have learned to control their glow.

Basic Information

Anatomy

Small humanoid form with two arms and legs generally about .9 to 1.2 meters (3-4 feet) in height. The Fnipper has opposable thumbs on its feet. The Fnipper have silky smooth and soft hair on their heads, arms and feet. The hair grows relatively fast and can grow to extraordinarily long lengths. Fnipper usually keep their hair short (especially on their arms and feet) and they stuff their pillows beds and chairs with the excess.  They glow when they experience strong emotions, generally emotions of embarrassment or fear.

Growth Rate & Stages

Fnippers achieve maturity rather quickly.  A fnipper becomes an adult at the age of 15 years.

Ecology and Habitats

Fnipper prefer to live in heavily wooded areas although they can make anyplace their home.  Their homes are generally made of wood and earth with thick woolen or fur rugs.  They very much like soft comfortable homes.

Dietary Needs and Habits

Fnippers are omnivores. They will eat fresh meat or vegetables. They have a sensitive digestive system and prefer meals that are salty but not spicy. They prefer to overcook everything into a mushy stew.

Biological Cycle

Fnipper are warm blooded and can survive in very cold or very hot climates.  They prefer a moderately warm climate and are most active during the Spring.

Additional Information

Social Structure

Fnipper live in a matriarchal society where the females are generally more intelligent and skilled and the males perform manual labor.  The males tend to eat and sleep a lot more and simply trust the females to make decisions and provide directions.

Uses, Products & Exploitation

Much larger creatures will capture a young Fnipper, put it in a cage and frighten it to provide many hours of bright light.

Civilization and Culture

Relationship Ideals

Males prefer very intelligent and decisive females. They don't care much how they look.
Female Fnipper prefer more stout and compliant males who can provide adequate shelter and food.

Common Etiquette Rules

Fnipper tend not to be very patient.  They are short tempered and judgmental. This trait does fade as the Fnipper ages beyond 100 years and they begin learn to control their emotions.

Lifespan

Fnipper live moderately long lives typically about 175 years.

Average Height

.9 to 1.2 meters (3-4 feet)

Average Weight

35-45KG (75 to 100 lbs.)

Body Tint, Colouring and Marking

Fnipper have very pale skin that glows with faint color when they are embarrassed or scared.