Hobbits
Off all the intelligent species I've met on my travels, the Hobbits were by far my favourite. After their initial surprise that I wasn't 'one of those folks from the south' and was actually from another planet, they welcomed me wholeheartedly. Their lifestyles seemed to be those of hard work and commitment to family and friends as their stories confirmed. Humble and kind as they were, their cooking was one of their proud talents. Their pride was earned however, for to this day I still use their pumpkin soup recipe!
Basic Information
Anatomy
Small, hairy feet, broad smiles
Genetics and Reproduction
Perhaps due to their small size, hobbits have a rather high turnover number. Giving birth merely 4 months after conception. This is one of the reasons why many families of Hobbits are rather big. This is why the saying 'Breeding like a bunch of Hobbits' among other races.
Ecology and Habitats
Hobbits live in small humble houses. Even the richest of them usually don't build elaborate castles, unless their family is just so big they need to. Hobbits often form small communities where they trade resources with other families.
Dietary Needs and Habits
Despite their length, Hobbits require a great deal of nutrients. They have been known to eat on average 7 times a day. Their source of nutriënts is mainly agricultural.
Additional Information
Facial characteristics
The males grow a small beard, which some merchants like to shave off to emphasize their smiles hoping it would help their sales.
Geographic Origin and Distribution
Most Hobbits live in the hills and in the fields, far away from any animal predators. However some Hobbits roam the jungles in the south part of Shirea.
Average Intelligence
Hobbits aren't stupid, they however have their minds focussed on practical matters. They rather think about what meal to prepare next, how to increase their yield of their land or how to make more profit on the market.
Perception and Sensory Capabilities
5 basic senses, very few of them have a knack for magic.
Civilization and Culture
Beauty Ideals
A hard worker, a good cook, a great singer or a succesful merchant are all things a Hobbit looks up to.
Courtship Ideals
Sometimes families arrange weddings to merge businesses or because the other family has a great apple pie recipe. Most often then not, male and female Hobbits have the freedom to choose their own partners however.
Relationship Ideals
The ideal relation for a Hobbit is one where both parties complement eachother. A great farmer and an equally good cook for example make a great team. If one of them has a brother or sister who's a good merchant, they might even start a restaurant!
Culture and Cultural Heritage
The Hobbits know many holidays where they meet up with their families and have multiple meals together.
Common Customs, Traditions and Rituals
When a Hobbit merchant closes a deal, he folds his pinky around the pinky of his customer and shakes his hand. This gesture is known as the Pinky Promise and is a seal of approval by the merchant that his wares are of high quality.
Common Taboos
Some Hobbits are enthralled by the beauty of the slender Elves. They go trough a procedure of 'dieting' hoping to achieve a similar figure.
Historical Figures
Kilas the Sane, known as the Dragonsbane
Lord Tealeaf
Common Myths and Legends
Pissing off a Hobbit would bring bad luck. Ofcourse this is just a myth. The only thing an angry Hobbit would do is serve you a soup in which he had spit.
Interspecies Relations and Assumptions
Friendly towards all, as long as you don't insult their quiche!
Scientific Name
Risus Sapiens
Lifespan
160 years
Average Height
0,7 - 1,0 m
Average Weight
15 - 22 kg
Average Physique
Though they are a relatively small species and not as strong. They are often times quite agile. Even the older ones!
Hobbit's Eating schedule:
- 7:00am – Breakfast
- 9:00am – Second Breakfast
- 11:00am – Elevenses
- 1:00pm – Luncheon
- 4:00pm – Afternoon Tea
- 6:00pm – Dinner
- 8:00pm – Supper
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