Triton

Andraous (Discontinued)    Sentient Folk    Chimera Folk      Merfolk      Triton

There has been some debate whether or not Tritons are closely related to Merfolk or not.

Basic Information

Anatomy

Tritons are a very fish-like humanoid, and are covered in fins and scales. Unlike most merfolk, Tritons have legs that end in flippers and a fish-like tail. They have webbed fingers that end in long claws.

Biological Traits

Breathing Tritons can spend a considerable amount of time breathing air when needed, but eventually need to return to the water.

Mobility They are capable of walking on land, but are most comfortable in the water.

Genetics and Reproduction

Rough mating practices.

Ecology and Habitats

Tritons spend most of their time on the sea floor, and prefer to be near thermal vents. While they can be found rather in rather deep water, they avoid the deepest depths.

Dietary Needs and Habits

Easily gets drunk.

Additional Information

Social Structure

Lives in schools of around 20 individuals.

Facial characteristics

Unlike most merfolk, tritons have hair on their heads. Their teeth are very sharp.

Symbiotic and Parasitic organisms

Use dolphins as mounts?

Civilization and Culture

Culture and Cultural Heritage

Showing tender emotions is typically frowned upon, for it is believed to show weakness.
Battle Trained for combat.

Interspecies Relations and Assumptions

They are weary of surface dwellers and tend to keep to themselves.

Average Height

6ft

Average Weight

180lbs

Body Tint, Colouring and Marking

Blue-green in color.