Human

The "Catch All" Species

Humankind can be found all across the universe, from the highest of society to the lowest dirt-sifters at the edge of civilization. They are a naturally curious and inventive species, and due to their adaptable nature, have found a way to slot in anywhere in the universe, no matter how different they are to their contemporaries.

Biology

A classic bipedal tetrapod with a thick endoskeleton. Mammalian in nature, with small but distinctive patches of hair on the scalp and face, with smaller vellus hair covering most of the rest of the body. Has binocular sight, binaural hearing, and basic olfaction capabilities.

Appearance

Typical humans range in size from 5 to 7 feet tall, and vary in weight from 125 to 250 pounds. They have smooth skin that ranges from stark pale to deep charcoal shades, and hair that follows similar. Eyes can be any color. As with many other races, body modification is rather common, from simple hair dying to full multi-limb replacement, so these are merely the default guidelines.

History

These beings entered this universe long ago, forming on a long forgotten world many know as Earth. They had a long and storied development, evolving from apes due to a minor climate shift in their world, and eventually realizing sapience through the discovery of fire. Eventually, they advanced technologically enough to colonize their own solar system, and even managed to colonize at least two others around them before any other sapient life made contact. The first contact between Humankind and that of the Hylotl was touchy at first, due to the less trusting nature of the old Hylotl government. After at least two decades of communication, however, they became good acquaintances and trusted collaborators. Sadly, however, as with a few other common species, their home system was irradiated by a gamma ray blast only 120 years into becoming part of the galactic main stage. Now, they are incredibly common, but have no true unifying home to call their own.

Gameplay

Ability Modifiers: +2 to any one ability score
Hit Points: 4
Size: Medium
Type: Humanoid (Human)
Speed: 30 ft
Languages: Traveled: Humans begin play speaking Galactic and two other Languages of their Choice.

Bonus Feat

Humans select one extra feat at 1st level.

Skilled

Humans gain an additional skill rank at 1st level and each level thereafter.

Roleplay

You Likely...

See yourself as the hero of your own story, surely destined for some form of greatness.
Are innovative, flexible, and talented, and you pride yourself on your human resilience.
Get along well with members of other races and learn from other cultures and societies.
Hold passionate beliefs yet change your mind quickly when it’s in your interest.

Other Races Probably...

See you as energetic and adaptable, but also as emotional, impetuous, and prone to violence.
Pity you for the loss of your ancestral home world and worry that you covet theirs.
See your self-confidence as arrogance.
Respect your ability to get along with other races but view you as a dilettante with little culture of your own.