Human
HUMAN
These were the stories of a restless people who long ago took to the seas and rivers in longboats, first to pillage and terrorize, then to settle. Yet there was an energy, a love of adventure, that sang from every page. Long into the night Liriel read. lighting candle after precious candle. She'd never given much thought to humans, but these stories fascinated her. In these yellowed pages were tales of bold heroes, strange and fierce animals, mighty primitive gods, and a magic that was part and fabric of that distant land.
—Elaine Cunningham, Daughter of the Drow
In the reckonings of most worlds, humans are the youngest of the common races, late to arrive on the world scene and short-lived in comparison to dwarves, elves, and dragons. Perhaps it is because of their shorter lives that they strive to achieve as much as they can in the years they are given. Or maybe they feel they have something to prove to the elder races, and that's why they build their mighty empires on the foundation of conquest and trade. Whatever drives them, humans are the innovators, the achievers, and the pioneers
of the worlds.
Basic Information
Anatomy
Humanoid
Genetics and Reproduction
Humanoid
Ecology and Habitats
Throughout the World of Thear
Dietary Needs and Habits
Varies
Additional Information
Facial characteristics
Males might sport facial hair that is sparse or thick.
Geographic Origin and Distribution
Widely Dispersed
Average Intelligence
Ability score of 10
Perception and Sensory Capabilities
Normal vision
Symbiotic and Parasitic organisms
None
Civilization and Culture
Naming Traditions
Having so much more variety than other cultures, humans as a whole have no typical names. Some human parents give their children names from other languages, such as Dwarvish or Elvish (pronounced more or less correctly), but most parents give names that are linked to their region's culture or to the naming traditions of their ancestors.
Major Organizations
Countries, Political Groups, Special Interest Groups, Guilds
Beauty Ideals
Varies
Gender Ideals
Standard
Courtship Ideals
Male courts the female
Relationship Ideals
Marriage
Average Technological Level
Magic infused cyberpunk
Major Language Groups and Dialects
Normally, common + one other language
Common Etiquette Rules
GENERAL CUSTOMS
Winter, once thought to a time of concern for food and
warmth is now a time of happiness. The frozen ground
slows the rate of the undead rising from the ground and
this must be celebrated.
Family units have gotten larger, grandparents and great
grandparents are now living in the same household to
strengthen and protect the family. Many of the customs and
rituals of this world have long since died off. The long
peaceful years have allowed the people of Thear to become
complacent and forget the times before the Gods left this
place.
The birth of a child, while once a blessed event is now
quite somber. Will your child accidently die only to become
undead?
The dead, once buried and the graves maintained by the
families, are now burned to prevent them from becoming
undead.
EATING
Everyone in the family has returned to eating together as a
unit. Roast elk is considered holiday food and is associated
with the newer winter celebration events.
Forks, eating knives, and spoons, are used. Wines and
Ales are common and very well crafted. Untreated water is
safe to drink and the oceans are much less salty.
The “place of honor” for a guest is at the right hand of
the head of household who sits at the head of the table.
Magical animals are never eaten as food. Food and
seasoning are characteristic of different races, different
cultures and different countries throughout Thear.
GREETING AND MEETING
When meeting someone, they are greeted differently
throughout the world. A wave, handshake, or a bow are all
used somewhere in the world. Magic users display the
palms of their hands to each other upon meeting to display
they are unarmed and not casting. A magic user hiding
his/her palms changes the greeting gesture to an insult or
threat.
Common Dress Code
Stylish, changing back to user friendly.
Culture and Cultural Heritage
Forgetful of the Time of the Gods
Common Customs, Traditions and Rituals
Winter will be a time of celebration as the undead rise slower due to the frozen ground.
Common Taboos
Necromancy
Historical Figures
Dain de Bolbec – Human Cleric of Selune who
singlehandedly traveled the world to spread the word of
his Goddess. Sadly, very few even remember his name
since the Rising.
Janet Farlight – Human Explorer of Nor Harel. He and
his team mapped the continent in 50 years via airship.
Common Myths and Legends
The Time of the Gods seems only a legend
Interspecies Relations and Assumptions
Elves
Scientific Name
Homo Sapien Sapien
Origin/Ancestry
Hispanic or Latino origin, Caucasian, African, Asian, Native Indians, Islanders, Arabians.
Lifespan
~100 years
Average Height
An individual can stand from 5 feet to a little over 6 feet tall
Average Weight
An individual can weigh from 125 to 250 pounds.
Average Physique
Strength score of 10
Body Tint, Colouring and Marking
Skin shades range from nearly black to very pale
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