Loxodon

'Loxodon aren't fast, but they make up for it in pretty much every other way - they're wise, strong, tough, kind. I'd take one loxodon over ten humans, frankly - but they don't usually have the temper necessary to make the best soldiers. They'd rather lounge around, sharing songs and stories, than fight. But when angered, they're hurricanes.' - General Armdal Forgefire

It's hard to miss a loxodon - they are like elephants on two legs, among the largest of the civilized races, towering above their compatriots like islands emerging from the ocean. They are the definition of gentle giants, in truth, preferring to live out their life peacefully among their communities. They are hard workers, wise friends, and fantastic storytellers. They have a natural affinity for music - they say that almost every time you see a loxodon, they'll be humming or singing to themself - and consider wisdom and steadfastness fine traits to have. A story told by a loxodon, with their booming voices and patient wisdom, is quite the experience. This does not, however, mean that loxodon are harmless - quite the opposite, in fact. Their mighty forms grant them considerable strength and stamina, and that's to say nothing of their impressive tusks and prehensile trunks, both of which can be used to great effect to protect hearth and home.

Basic Information

Ecology and Habitats

Loxodon tend to prefer warm, flat areas, such as savannas, though they are capable of living in most environments.

Dietary Needs and Habits

Loxodon are strictly herbivorous, and have hardy digestion allowing them to eat even the most rough vegetable matter.

Biological Cycle

Loxodons mature at a similar rate to humans, entering physical adulthood in their late teens, but are considered young by other loxodon until around 60. They live for a significantly longer time, however, and breed fairly slowly.

Additional Information

Facial characteristics

Loxodon have prominent trunks and relatively small eyes. Their ears are variable in size, though usually large. Males have larger tusks than females, but they both have significant tusks.

Civilization and Culture

Naming Traditions

Loxodon traditionally have a name in their native language, followed by a family or clan name.

Major Language Groups and Dialects

Loxodon speak Loxodon, a language which is hard to speak for those without a trunk, as well as usually speaking Common.

Culture and Cultural Heritage

Loxodon culture is heavily based around wisdom, and respecting your elders. They have a tradition of storytelling, and a great number of traditional and modern songs using a variety of instruments. They integrate well with other cultures.

Interspecies Relations and Assumptions

Loxodon are on good terms with most other civilized races, and can be found somewhat commonly in the more cosmopolitan settlements.

Lifespan

450 years

Average Height

9-10ft

Body Tint, Colouring and Marking

Loxodon typically have skin that is some shade of grey.