Harpy
Thought to be originally the magical offspring of humans and birdfolk, harpies are a uncommon and somewhat elusive race of bird-like humanoids. Clever and territorial, harpies are a often feared and mistrusted species.
Harpies usually lay 1 - 4 eggs, though it isn't unusual for one not to be fertilized. Harpies are not known to often hybridize with other species outside of of birdfolk, both due to biological differences and cultural ones.
Harpies are often shunned in other cultures, treated with superstition and weariness. Those of harpy descent are treated with equal uncertainty, though birdfolk half-harpies can get away with passing as birdfolk.
Sky Scavengers
Physical
Harpies stand between 4'5" and 5'5", equipped with bird-like talons and and wings with claws in place of arms. While their face remains rather humanoid, it often comes with bird-like features and a set of wicked sharp teeth. Harpy feathers often come in browns, whites, and blacks, and a variety of patterns. Feathers cover most of their body, usually growing sparse on their chest and face. Some may have hair in place of feathers on their head, in similar colors to their feathers, or a mix of both. Their eyes are usually stark, light colored cool tones like light grey and icy blue, though yellow is seen from time to time.Age & Reproduction
Harpies live shorter life spans, living to the average age of 60. Harpies become juveniles at around 10 years old, adulthood at 16, and old age at 40.Harpies usually lay 1 - 4 eggs, though it isn't unusual for one not to be fertilized. Harpies are not known to often hybridize with other species outside of of birdfolk, both due to biological differences and cultural ones.
General Culture
Harpies are usually considered part of the Lakrak culture. They tend to be more isolationist than most races, preferring to keep to themselves and/or birdfolk. Harpy communities are known for being aggressive to outsiders and violently territorial, earning them a reputation for being blood-thirsty and violent. They are skilled hunters, and some of the best air-born fighters.Harpies are often shunned in other cultures, treated with superstition and weariness. Those of harpy descent are treated with equal uncertainty, though birdfolk half-harpies can get away with passing as birdfolk.
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