Kairothian (Kai Ro THEE an)

Basic Information

Anatomy

Kairothians have a humanoid body structure with two arms, two legs, and a head with two eyes, ears, nose and mouth. Their entire body is covered in fur which varies in color and thickness depending on genetics. They stand upright on their legs in a palanigrade stature. Their hands have 3 fingers plus one thumb. Their "feet" closely resemble their hands, also having three fingers and a thumb. They also have a long prehensile tail, which is often used to assist in climbing or balancing. They have two large yellow eyes with vertical slit- pupils, and two large ears.

Biological Traits

They are about a third of the height of an average human and have about half of the physical strength of a human. On average, they live approximately 50 years old (measured in earth years).

Genetics and Reproduction

Kairothians reproduce through sexual intercourse between a male and a female, with the female carrying the offspring and then giving live birth to the child. The gestation period for a child is about 5 months, with about 1 child per birth.

Growth Rate & Stages

Kairothians live for about 50 years on average, with several distinct life stages.

Adolescence

Kairothian adolescents are about 7 inches tall at birth, and are born blind and deaf, and without fur. For the first 3 months, they are reliant on their mother for nutrition. Within the first week their body starts to grow fur. After one month, their eyes and ears open. After 7 months, they learn to walk, and after 1.5 years they begin to learn to talk. At the end of this stage, they are typically about 1 foot tall.

Childhood

The prepubescent stage of their childhood lasts for about 9 years, and mainly consists of gradual growth, learning, and development.

Puberty

Puberty typically starts at the age of 10, and lasts for about 5 years. What exactly happens depends on whether the Kairothian in question is male or female, although there is a lot of overlap due to there being a low amount of sexual dimorphism compared to Humans or Tseibajeen. Differences in strength and abilities between the sexes are minor. Male Kairothians grow slightly taller, develop slightly more muscle mass, and slightly deeper voices. On average, they are about 1.2 meters tall by the time they are finished puberty. Female Kairothians develop slightly wider hips and breasts. Their reproductive cycle becomes active at the age of 13. On average, they are about 1.1 meters tall by the tiime they are finished puberty.

Adulthood

Kairothians are considered adults at the age of 15. Most live for about 50 years, but a healthy lifestyle can extend that lifespan into the 90s.

Ecology and Habitats

Can live in a wide variety of habitats
Live in communities of hundreds
Homes are constructed from available materials

Dietary Needs and Habits

Kairothians are omnivorous, and will eat whatever kind of food is available in a given environment. They can eat fruits, vegetables, insects, and meat.

Biological Cycle

Their fur thickens during the winter, and thins during the summer. Those in colder climates tend to have naturally thicker fur.

Behaviour

Kairothians have developed a somewhat advanced society, and is trending towards a unified civilization with the Holy City of the One as its center. While there still exists several tribes, these tribes are gradually becoming more and more integrated into a centralized nation.

Additional Information

Social Structure

The social structure varies, but many live in tribes consisting of hundreds. They are a lot like humans and can live can produce large societies.

Facial characteristics

Kairothians have large yellow eyes, massive ears with fluff, two nostrils, and a mouth filled with teeth suitable for chewing meat and fruits.

Geographic Origin and Distribution

Kairothians typically in warmer climates, but can adapt to almost any environment due to their ingenuity, which allows them to create appropriate clothes or tools to assist in their survival.

Average Intelligence

The intelligence of an average Kairothian is about the same as a human.

Perception and Sensory Capabilities

They have large eyes and ears, with a high level of perception. They have a pair of antennae which is sensitive to changes in temperature and humidity, but also toxins in the air.

Civilization and Culture

Naming Traditions

Naming traditions are dependent on the culture of the Kairothian in question.

Gender Ideals

Males

Often typically take more aggressive roles, or roles which require more strength or endurence, such as: hunter, warrior, or builder.

Females

Often take more nurturing roles, or roles which are less dangerous, such as gathering and child-rearing. Exact roles are dependent on the ideals of the tribe in question.

Courtship Ideals

Males typically court females over time through a variety of means

Relationship Ideals

Typically monogamous relationships
However chief has authority to any member of opposite sex

Average Technological Level

Can do some basic blacksmithing
build houses into trees at least 20 meters into the air, with thatched roofs when needed
can create and safely control fire

Common Dress Code

Both males and females wear clothes that covers privates
Females wear additional clothing to cover breasts
Dress code varies between tribes, but typically don't wear a lot of clothing even in cold climates due to their fur providing sufficient warmth

Common Taboos

Taboos vary from tribe to tribe

History

The Kairothians are a very young species compared to Humanity, and are still in the earlier stages of civilization. Many are still live in tribes, but some have established a centralized civilization and system in a place known as the Holy City of the One. The leaders of the Holy City of the One, known as the Circle of The One, have established contact and strong connections with several tribes living in other areas on Kairothia, including the Saianor tribe, the Sootava Tribe, (alpine tribe name pending), and (desert tribe name pending). The Holy City of the One was created by another tribe over a millenium ago. Supposedly, the creation of this settlement was inspired by a being known as "The One". This old tribe is long gone, but its descendents grew in number, and eventually established the city as it is known today. It is only within recent centuries that contact has been established with other tribes in other parts of the world of Kairothia.

Common Myths and Legends

Many Kairothians revere humans as demigod or god-like beings.

Interspecies Relations and Assumptions

Most Kairothian tribes have had little to no contact with Humans. However, the Saiyannor Tribe have a positive relationship with the human settlement in near the edge of the forest. They perceive humans as being almost like demigods, due to their strength and long life (by comparison).

Lifespan

50 years

Average Height

1.1 meters

Average Physique

They have an impish appearance with a small body and a large head.

Body Tint, Colouring and Marking

The exact color of their fur is dependent on their genetics, but most are somewhat adapted to the surroundings of their ancestral homeland. For example: (alpine tribe name pending) tend to have fur that is white which blends into the snow. (desert tribe name pending) tend to have fur tht is red which blends into the iron-stained sands of the red desert. Sootavans tend to have ash-grey fur which blends into the volcanic landscape. Saianors tend to have brown fur that blends into the bark of trees, and those from the Holy City of the One tend to have yellowish-light-brown fur that blends into the grasslands. Fur color can vary from person to person, and isn't necessarily one color. Some have speckled patches of multiple colors.

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