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Dromaiusus

Dromaiusus are swift, bird-like humanoids descended from ancient plains-dwellers, bearing the traits of great flightless birds such as emus. Renowned for their incredible speed, agility, and sharp instincts, Dromaiusus live in wide open territories—windswept grasslands, savannas, and arid steppes—where their mobility and endurance make them expert scouts, messengers, and skirmishers.   Standing slightly taller than humans, Dromaiusus have long, powerful legs built for running, with digitigrade feet and clawed toes that offer excellent traction. Their bodies are covered in fine, downy feathers in hues of brown, gray, black, or sand tones that help them blend into their environment. They have long necks, large expressive eyes, beak-like mouths, and small, vestigial wings used for balance and communication.   Dromaiusus society is nomadic and communal, valuing freedom, speed, and unity above all else. Tribes or flocks are tightly knit, often led by the swiftest and wisest among them. Each member contributes to the whole—be it as a scout, protector, forager, or voice of lore. They hold oral storytelling and wind-dancing rituals in high regard, often using them to mark seasonal changes or to honor their ancestors.   They are curious and quick-witted, often speaking in fast-paced, clipped sentences, and they love solving problems through creative movement or tactics. While not naturally inclined to magic, some among them form deep spiritual ties with wind and sky, becoming shamans or windcallers who interpret signs from nature.   In combat, Dromaiusus rely on their blinding speed, evasiveness, and powerful kicks to disorient foes. They rarely wear heavy armor, preferring mobility and agility, and make excellent outriders, messengers, and ambushers.   To meet a Dromaiusus is to witness the wind given form—a creature who values motion, instinct, and kinship, racing ever forward through the vast open world, guided by the pulse of the earth beneath their feet and the call of the horizon beyond.

Features

Darkvision: 9 meters

Fast footed: Increase your walk speed by 3 meters.

Agile menace: increase your agility by +2.

Charger: Whenever you perform 2 move actions one after the other, as part of the second move action you may make a melee attack.
Base hitpoint 6

Attributes

+2 STR, +2 AGI, -1 DEX, -1 REF, 0 INT,
-1 WIS, -2 FAI, +2 CON, 0 CHA

Lifespan: Around 50 years.
Height: 5 to 6 feet.
Size: Medium.

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