Human
Humans are among the most populous of the races native to Teranuz, existing on multiple continents and several independent cultures.
Appearance
An adult human typically stands between 5 and 6 feet, and can weigh anywhere between 125-250 pounds. Skin tone, eye and hair color, and hair texture among humans varies depending on the human or their ancestors' place of origin.Traits and Abilities
While not intrinsically magical or otherwise empowered at a glance, humanity is characterized by its adaptability and determination, two traits that have allowed humans to thrive in even the most inhospitable environments. Additionally, the short lifespan of the average human is offset by the race's versatility and knack for learning and developing new skills and knowledge at an accelerated rate; this is perhaps best exemplified by the human wizard Vance, who was able to learn the ways of magic through observation of his elven captors in order to become the first human wizard. The versatility and adaptability of humans is also demonstrated in their mastery of the landscape around them, forming large settlements across Teranuz and always remaining at the forefront of magical and technological breakthroughs.Human Ethnicities
Due to their widespread nature, humans have diversified across Teranuz into a wide variety of different cultures, subcultures and ethnicities.Crestfall
- Drangese humans are nomadic humans native to the desert of Drang, known for their riverboat colonies which they use to traverse the Jormund River which cuts through the desert. Drangese humans typically have dark skin, dark-colored eyes and black hair which can be either straight or curly.
- Hegian humans are humans native to the regions of the Hegian Empire, which includes the lands of Hegia, Zholia and Lubec. Hegian humans have light skin, blue or green eyes, and blonde, and hair which can be brown, blonde, black or red.
- Wieglish humans are native to the region of Wiegland, primarily living in fishing communities along the region's Western shore. Wieglish humans often have tan or amber-colored skin, brown or gold eyes (though bright blue or green eyes are not unheard of) and either red or straw-blonde hair.
Notable Humans
Player Characters
- Baldrick Davenport: A Zholian cleric of Solasne and member of Team FFP.
- Dominic Crowley: A Zholian cleric of Solasne, private investigator, and master of ceremonies for the Twisted Knuckle tavern in Drakmort.
- Gruulft the Bear: A Lubecian wildfire druid and member of the Witch Hunters.
- Lotario Passerine: A Hegian fighter/rogue and a member of Team FFP.
- Saladin: A Drangese fighter and mercenary, as well as an ally of the Twisted Knuckle.
- Stor Whiterage: A Hegian-born barbarian and former member of Team FFP.
- Wilhelm Chesterton Mo'Liar: A wild magic sorcerer and the owner of the Twisted Knuckle.
Civilization and Culture
History
The earliest known ancestors to modern humanity are believed to have originated on the continent of Aiyun sometime in the Pre-Vancian era, rising to prominence shortly after the disappearance of the Giants. From there, expanded outwards through a combination of factors, such geographic landbridges and similar forms of displacement, allowing them to eventually populate additional continents such as Crestfall and Uzai.
While inconclusive, Teranuzian anthropologists believe that during this time of distribution, the early human ancestors began to branch off into multiple lineages; some, such as the orcs, retained enough genetic similarity to humans to allow interbreeding, while others, such as halflings, dwarves, and gnomes, became so genetically distinct that bearing offspring between these different lineages was no longer possible.
Lifespan
<100 years
Average Height
5-6 feet
Average Weight
125-250 lbs.
Geographic Distribution
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