Nymph

Do you hear the singing?

Created by Mu and inspired by MetalMaiden

Many see Nymphs as simply an old wives' tale or myth by this point in time, as there hasn't been any sightings of a Nymph in Urithan in over 600 years. Considered extinct by most, their cultures and knowledge lost to time, and not one living being able to recall seeing one except in illustrations.

But, recently, people have been talking about a strange beautiful woman who has been wandering around the city of Rivenhollow, Ganeria...

Basic Information

Anatomy

Nymphs have been depicted as tall, slender humanoids. They have similar muscular and skeletal structures that Humans do, however, are more naturally soft featured and considered the pinnacle of natural beauty.

Biological Traits

Nymphs are considered immortal through ageing, to be of average height, and be significantly lighter in mass than other humanoids.

Genetics and Reproduction

Nymphs reproduce through sexual reproduction, and would have a gestation period of around 6-8 months.

Growth Rate & Stages

Nymphs reach sexual maturity at 100 years and are considered adults after their first romantic interaction, be it sexual or simply emotional. They have no apparent life stages beyond this.

Ecology and Habitats

Nymphs, historically, thrived in natural springs and Sylvan forests. They intake most of their energy through rest near natural growths of plants and repay via replanting seeds or calming the wildlife with their songs.

Dietary Needs and Habits

Nymphs tend to live off of the fruits, nuts, and water that a forest grove provides. However, in times of dire need, they have been known to hunt animals.

Biological Cycle

Most Nymphs go through a seasonal shedding, where their old skin flakes away into amber leaves, unveiling young skin beneath.

Additional Information

Facial characteristics

Humanoid face with soft, almost Elven, features. Pointed ears and different hair and eye colours than any humanoid can create naturally.

Geographic Origin and Distribution

Large concentrations of Nymph settlements in natural groves, none outwith these areas.

Average Intelligence

Nymphs were considered one of the most intelligent species, having an average IQ of 125.

Perception and Sensory Capabilities

Nymphs have been considered to have Darkvision similar to that of Elves, to which they share a common Fey ancestor.

Civilization and Culture

Naming Traditions

They would tend to be named after a Fey god or goddess, and their last name would be connected to their defining characteristic. For example, Althea Silversong, named by the Divine Tree, Gevurah, her defining trait is her vocal talents.

Beauty Ideals

Nymphs believe in natural beauty lies within all things, that no thing is strange. They were no stranger to nudity and often were known to encourage it, much to their humanoid visitors' dismay.

Gender Ideals

They have no set ideals on gender identity, and instead focus more on their emotional and sexual drives to define who they are.

Courtship Ideals

Strong emotional bonds with a healthy amount of socialising between families and often copious amounts of fornication when time allowed.

Relationship Ideals

Generally not a strong emotional connection, but seen more as an act of discovery and maturity. Nymphs would often have several relationships going at the same time, with no repercussions.

Average Technological Level

Nymphs discovered a way to create naturally occurring portals, and used them to connect with other communities of Nymph throughout the world.

Major Language Groups and Dialects

Most Nymphs spoke Sylvan as their first language, and some historical evidence has shown them to speak Ancient Elvish and Elder Common.

Common Dress Code

Nymph diplomats would wear light fabrics, but mostly only covering parts of their body, usually exposing their upper body. The common folk would walk around naked, as it was deemed normal.

Culture and Cultural Heritage

Druids consider Nymphs as their forefathers to their traditions. Becoming one with nature, connecting with the world around, and embracing all that nature could give was the main focus of the Nymph civilisations.
Many cities and groves would be sprawling with plant life, keeping the natural beauty of their homes as high as possible.

History

What was once a great race of gracious, beautiful, and wise creatures, the Nymphs lived in alcoves of forests in the Material Plane. Their civilisations spanned across Urithan, and evidence of their towns and cities still exist, but lie buried deep in the ground, as if a great disaster engulfed their homes and destroyed their presence in the world.
It seemed they had discovered the arcane nature of the wilderness and harnessed it, but the translations of the ancient runes are slightly broken, and will forever remain so, due to there not being any Nymphs left.

Common Myths and Legends

Nymphs would often draw lost travellers into forests and kill them, eat their flesh and scoop out their marrow. - Ancient Human Folktale

Interspecies Relations and Assumptions

Nymphs tended to not to hold racial prejudice and would often try to interact with people of other races to learn more about them.

EXTINCT

Scientific Name

Feyri Homini

Origin/Ancestry

Fey

Lifespan

Immortal

Average Height

5'8"-6'2"

Average Weight

100 lbs - 130 lbs

Average Physique

Nymphs are usually slender and naturally striking in figure.

Body Tint, Colouring and Marking

Nymphs can range from being gold to olive in skin tone. They have no discernible markings.