Desert People Human

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The Desert People are a nomadic group, descending from an ancient kingdom they now roam around Valenor searching for their lost cities. It is said that their kingdom lies underground, and is still full of gold and powerful artifacts.

The Desert People appear much like any other human. However, their skin is noticeably darker. Their hair is typically black or brown, and grays or whitens with age. Their eyes typically appear brown, though blue and green are also common. Uncommon colors include hazel, teal, and gray; violet, gold, and silver are rare shades.

Relations

While the Desert People typically prefer to stick with their own kind, they are more than welcoming of those who prove themselves friends. They have a distrust of Grey Dwarves , Velshadir Shadow Elves, and other races that tend to live underground, but are capable of overcoming these biases.

Alignment

The civilized society as a whole tends to be Neutral or Lawful Neutral. Nomads tend to be Neutral to Chaotic Neutral. Of course, each individual is capable of anything from Lawful Good to Chaotic Evil.

Lands

They are a group of nomads, descendants of an ancient kingdom that occupied what are now the "desert lands". Today, they wander the sands in search of their ancient lost cities, traveling across Valenor in search of their lost brothers, those who left their homes before the catastrophe. If they could get information from them, they hope to find their lost homes. Little is known of the primitive inhabitants of the region from which the People of the Desert descend, and what little is known comes from rumors, legends and chatter gathered around the hearths of the bivouacs of the caravans who still have the audacity to venture among those lands. They tend to coalesce and build cities near the few rivers and oases in the desert. However, anywhere there is enough water to survive, the Desert People thrive. Nomads are also common, herding their Khelifer and herds from place to place, often trading goods for extra coin.

Religion

The Desert People tend to worship nature deities, such as Danu, the Mother of All, Goddess of the Forest and Leida, The Most Harmonious, Goddess of Winds and Sailors. They also worship the god of Sardar the Bloodhanded, God of War. Above all else, though, they venerate Arva, the Goddess of Sun and Light , the goddes of the Sun.

Language

The Desert People speak Rodihan. They also usually know the Merchant Slang for trade purposes.

Names

For a real-world inspiration, take Arabian or Persian names. For men: Abbas, Amir, Farhad, Tauheed, Zahbir. For women: Aza, Nawar, Sabiya, Sara, Waqi.

Racial Traits

• +2 Constitution, +1 Charisma, -1 Wisdom
• Desert People: Humanoid (Human)
• Size: Medium
• Desert People base land speed is 30 feet.
• Desert Home: The Desert People can survive on half as much water as a normal human, due to being accustomed to desert conditions.
• Hot Resistance: +4 Survival to resist Hot Weather, -4 Survival to resist Cold Weather.
• Nomad: +2 Ride checks with Desert Scarab.
• Resourceful: 1 extra feat at 1st level.
• Additional Skill: 2 additional skill points at 1st level and 1 extra skill point at each additional level.
• Favored Class: Any

Vital Statistics

Table: Desert People Random Starting Ages

Adulthood	Simple	Moderate	Complex
15 years	+1d4	+1d6	+2d6

Table: Desert People Aging Effects

Middle Age1	Old2	Venerable3	Maximum Age
40 years	53 years	70 years	+2d20 years
At middle age, −1 to Str, Dex, and Con; +1 to Int, Wis, and Cha. At old age, −2 to Str, Dex, and Con; +1 to Int, Wis, and Cha. At venerable age, −3 to Str, Dex, and Con; +1 to Int, Wis, and Cha.

Table: Random Height and Weight

Gender	Base Height	Height Modifier	Base Weight	Weight Modifier
Male	4' 10"	+2d10	110 lb.	× (2d4) lb.
Female	4' 5"	+2d10	80 lb.	× (2d4) lb.

Human Desert People Walker by Unknown

Parent ethnicities

• Humans

Related Organizations

• The Desert Kingdom

Languages spoken

• Common
• Merchant Slang
• Rodhian
• Slave Pidgin