Roden
One of the races that participate in the Apex Empire. One of the most numerous, races in the empire. With the Ruling Body of Thropes comprised of House Roden. they are a key member of the Empire as a whole.
In war time Roden can be seen both on the front lines as well as scouting ahead of the main body their specialties are as Medium tight rank Pike formations or as Open Field and Earthwork Engineers. With the aid of Har Light Skirmish Infantry and Tel Medium Halberd Infantry the armies of the Verminpact part of the Empire are some of the most numerous and solid backbone of the Empire as a whole.
When it comes to inter-house conflict inside the Empire, the Roden prefer to stand neutral and apart. They exchange information to the other Houses and Folk. Though the other Houses and Folk of the Empire do not trust House Roden for it's known that they are schemers and spys, Roden Folk in general though have most people finding them amusing and some of the time below their notice.
Roden are quick to take up the mantle of Adventurer and grabbing a few allies to go hunting around the world for fame and glory to gain favor at home and rise above their fellows. While there is no direct Adventerur's Guild in the world of Caedis packs of Roden can be found roaming throughout the world as a whole in a sense of communal wanderlust and glory seekers. Those who find the most glory for their family are those who find old artifacts of the Empire of the Golden Age.
Some of the most important people from the Roden race have been the founder of the Empire's Spymasters and some of the best Generals for the Empire.
When it comes to inter-house conflict inside the Empire, the Rats prefer to stand neutral and apart. They exchange information to the other houses and people. Though the other Houses and Races of the Empire do not trust House Rat, Rat Folk in general though most people find amusing and most of the time below their notice.
Basic Information
Anatomy
Bipedal, Two arms and hands, Rat-like features including whiskers and big ears. On the small side of humanoid creatures. Less muscular than others but quite agile.
Genetics and Reproduction
6 Months long pregnancy, very fertile race.
Growth Rate & Stages
10 years of childhood and adolecence reaching adulthood around 12 years old. They live for up to 40 to 50 years. The gift of Thropy prolongs this life almost indefintely.
Ecology and Habitats
Rolling Hills with tall grass, warm summers and windy winters are no stranger to the Roden. Crafted underground homes in the steep hills are typical to the Roden though they are no strangers to building large mansions and houses above ground when not in the underground cities of their preference.
Dietary Needs and Habits
Mainly eat all kinds of meat that can be hunted or husbanded from animals such as cows and pigs. They supplement this diet with plant matter such as Wheat, Lettuce, Spinach and other such foods.
Additional Information
Facial characteristics
Large ears, whiskers, large expressive dark eyes. Long ratish face.
Geographic Origin and Distribution
Can be found world wide
Average Intelligence
Smarter than average, planning and plotting is very much ingrained into the race as a whole.
Perception and Sensory Capabilities
Higher hearing ability and smell than humans but other than that about on average to humans.
Civilization and Culture
Major Organizations
House Rat, Spymaster Network,
Beauty Ideals
Prefers their own kind for beauty, though Elvish and Fox Folk art is not far behind in the homes of wealthy Rat Folk
Gender Ideals
Majority of the species are straight, but other pairings are not uncommon.
Courtship Ideals
Tends to be hot and fast, the shortest accepted courtship was about 2 months before they were married.
Average Technological Level
As part of the Empire help to make the grand Architectural engineering marvels of the whole. Magic also flourish in the empire and it is common among well to do merchants to have a few wands of Create Water, Spark, and other small simple spells.
Major Language Groups and Dialects
The Common Trade Language, Ratfolk (Sounds a lot like a bunch of quiet squeaks)
Common Etiquette Rules
Guests are very welcome among the Ratfolk, it is known that even if you are only slightly acquainted with a Ratfolk you are welcome into their home. However, if you slight that hospitality it will take only once for you to make an enemy of the entire town's population of Ratfolk.
Common Dress Code
Shirts, Pants, Skirts, hats, armor. Doesn't really differ from a Human's taste. But shoes are a little odd.
Common Taboos
Stealing or attacking someone after they have accepted you into their home.
Historical Figures
Their Goddess Ky'Rry
Interspecies Relations and Assumptions
Extremely rare, though the occasional relationship with Fox Folk or Wolf Folk do happen.
Origin/Ancestry
The Folk
Lifespan
55-60
Average Height
3-4 feet
Average Weight
80-90 lbs
Average Physique
Though weaker than most. after proper training Ratfolk can be quite the physical threat, if an unexpected one.
Geographic Distribution
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