Humans

The people of Atlantis are not, despite some persistent rumors, any different from the humans of the rest of the world. Any seemingly inherent ability for magic is in fact due to the magic-centric culture and education amongst Atlantis
"Atlanteans? Yeah, I seen one or two in my day. Talk folk, seven feet tall I reckon. All of 'em covered in arcane runes, as to let 'em do their magics."

- Osbeorn of Albion, a dockworker who most certainly has not seen an Atlantean

Additional Information

Geographic Origin and Distribution

Humans live all across the Earth, from the ice fields of Midgard to the verdant plains of Eden to other lands beyond. Humans are equal parts stubborn and resilient when it comes to finding places to call home.

Civilization and Culture

Major Organizations

Mankind of the Dawn Age has formed many societies. The empires of Eden, the near-democracies of Arcadia, the kingdoms of Albion, and the barbarian tribes of Europa.

Gender Ideals

In the Dawn Age, there are as many concepts of gender as there are human societies.

Average Technological Level

Across most of the world, humanity's technological advancements have yet to progress beyond the Iron Age. Though a few places, such as Atlantis and the island of Mu, have been able to forge steel.

History

The origins of humanity have been clouded by the passage of time, though many speculate and many claim to have the truth.
In Arcadia, it is said Mankind was molded from clay by a defiant god.
The Northmen of Midgard believe that the first Man and Woman were carved from wood, and named for the trees they once were.
Some Edenite myths have humans' origins as having sprung from the tears of the king of gods.
The truth cannot be known now, though several schools of thought find kernels of truth in all myth.

Genetic Ancestor(s)

• Humans

Genetic Descendants

• Humans
• The Simulacra

Scientific Name

Homo sapiens

Lifespan

70-90 years

Average Height

5-6 feet

Average Weight

170-190 lbs.