Moranti

The spider-like Moranti live deep within the Underdark beneath Vandrius.
Furtive and Quiet A spiderfolk's natural tendency is to shy away from the spotlight, staying quiet on the sidelines until there's a clear opportunity to make an impact. They are 3-4 feet tall, and weigh anywhere between 40 and 60 pounds. Their bodies are shaped a bit like a centaur's, with a long abdomen and an upright torso. But a spiderfolk's body is short compared to a centaur's, and their torsos have a slight S-shape, giving them a mildly lumpy look. Spiderfolk's bodies are covered in soft hair, mostly black or brown. Their undersides have less, and their belly chitin is typically paler. Their feet and hands all end in three-pronged appendages, and their faces have a massive pair of pedipalps wrapped around a surprisingly dainty mouth. Above the jaws, eight shiny black eyes look forward.
Spiderfolk can be difficult for outsiders to tell apart, and are mostly distinguished by markings or patterns in their fur. Geometric shapes are common, as are stripes, swirls, or splotches of color. They wear little clothing, though, typically just armor made of bone, chitin, or leather.
Cautious Study Spiderfolk are careful to a fault, with a culture born of isolation and a desire to maintain it. They are watchful observers, patient predators, and disciplined hunters. They apply this same care to their interactions with other creatures - spiderfolk rarely act without thinking, and prefer to collect data before coming to conclusions. They are clear-eyed about their limitations, though occasionally this caution may come across as cowardice.


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Geographic Distribution

• Underdark