Centaur

Basic Information

Anatomy

Centaurs possess the upper body of a human, and the lower body of a horse

Biological Traits

Centaurs are very strong as a race, with their lower bodies possessing lots of muscle, they also are capable of reaching higher speeds then the average humanoid, Due to their fey ancestry, they are more conscious of nature then some other races. Due to having the lower half of a horse, centaurs are capable of carrying more weight then a standard human can

Genetics and Reproduction

Centaurs reproduce sexually, with gestation lasting around 11-12 months

Growth Rate & Stages

When born, centaurs automatically know how to walk, and mature around the same rate as a human

Additional Information

Facial characteristics

Their ears are slightly pointed but their faces are wider and squarer then those of elves, Hairstyles are similar to that of the celta people, with spiky styles being the most common. Many centaurs even style the hair on their tails

Geographic Origin and Distribution

Most centaurs live in Red Ravens rock, but some have migrated outwards in search of adventure or business

Civilization and Culture

Naming Traditions

Centaurs' given names are passed down through family lines. The name bestowed on a new foal is typically the name of the most recently deceased family member of the same gender, keeping a live the memory- and, the centaurs believe, some shard of the spirit- of the departed. Centaurs don't use fami ly names, but they wear symbols that represent their family membership. These symbols might include graphical representations of plants or animals. printed mottoes. braids and beads worn in the hair and tail. or even specific patterns of woven fabric

Gender Ideals

Centaurs are an egalitarian people

Major Language Groups and Dialects

Centaurs can speak common and sylvyan

Culture and Cultural Heritage

Centaurs view family as highly important, with centaurs so loyal they will ride into action when a family member is threatened. This is due to their connection to the natural world, and so celebrate famalies as an extension of that nature. Centaurs have a strong clan heritage, and will fight and die for their clan, even if some may venture away to become adventurers. They have a strong passion for telling tales of battle and glorious triumphs and other such legends and fables. Drinking is also a strong passion of centaurs, as well as displays of physical strength and ability

Common Customs, Traditions and Rituals

Lots of centaurs tattoo their bodies in patterns similar to Caltic traditions, and many take to braiding their hair and having strange and wild hairstyles

History

Being of the fey, their origin is shrouded in mystery mortals could not begin to comprehend, but once they first showed up in Red Ravens Rock, they would seek to challenge the natives horses to racing matches to display their prowess. This, coupled with their fondness of drinking and telling tales, led to the at first wary Celta people to warm up to them and eventually welcome them in as clan and kin members. To this day many centaurs are widely respected amongst the Celta Clans and even beyond some other nations have come to view the centaurs as an honest and good folk, if a bit boisterous and loud. Since their beginnings, some centaur have ventured forward into the other realms to seek adventure and more action to one day tell tales of

Lifespan

150

Average Height

6-7 feet tall

Average Weight

2,100lbs

Average Length

about 4 feet

Average Physique

Muscular

Body Tint, Colouring and Marking

Centaurs upper half sport the varrying skin colors of humanity, while the lower half spots various shades of chestnut or bay to dappled or even zebra liked striped patterns