Firbolgs

'Oh yes, firbolgs exist. They're just shy. Easiest way to see one is to threaten their forest, but you probably won't be in any state to tell anyone about the sighting. No, it took me a long, long while to build up enough trust that they'll let me see them. They're friendly enough, once they realise you're genuine. They trade food and goods with me, they even let me stay with them overnight a couple of times. Though, I do feel my relationship is a bit of an exception to their usual attitude.' - Elanen Hunter, hunter

Few, in the 'civilised' world, have ever seen a firbolg. They are believed to be related to the Fae, and live deep in the woods, in enclaves indistinguishable from wild trees. Despite their impressive height, they can blend into the forest easily, very rarely allowing themselves to be seen by the other races. When they do, it is for the protection of their forests - they will tell any intruders of their purpose, and ask them to refrain from harming the woods. It is believed that, after these events, firbolgs live on in legend as spirits of the woods. Some firbolgs will leave these forest enclaves, roaming the world to find more peaceful, natural areas, or to take the fight to those who threaten their native forests.

Basic Information

Ecology and Habitats

While physiologically, firbolgs are quite adaptable, they require peaceful, natural areas for their mental health, and especially delight in interactions with animals.

Dietary Needs and Habits

Firbolgs eat very little, and are strictly frugivores when they do. It's believed that they may be partly photosynthetic, explaining their relative lack of need for food.

Biological Cycle

Firbolgs mature slowly, reaching adulthood at around 30 years, and breed infrequently.

Additional Information

Facial characteristics

Firbolgs have mostly bald faces, with prominent, furred ears, a large nose, and dark, bluish skin. Their fur often gives them an appearance of impressive facial hair.

Civilization and Culture

Naming Traditions

Firbolgs typically have a single name in Sylvan.

Major Language Groups and Dialects

Firbolgs mostly speak Sylvan, the language of the Fae.

Culture and Cultural Heritage

Firbolg culture prizes living in harmony with nature and protecting its inherent peace. As such, they are often isolationist and avoid other races.

Interspecies Relations and Assumptions

Most other species do not know that firbolgs exist.

Lifespan

300 years

Average Height

7-8 feet

Average Weight

Remarkably light for their size

Body Tint, Colouring and Marking

Firbolgs are mostly covered with fur, which tends to be dark in colour, and often has a greenish tint.