Squirrelfolk

"Careful now - watch the tree's, plants aren't the only dangerous thing in my woodlands!" - Braervan - The Green Knight   Treetop dwellers   Arboreal Dwellers: Squirrelfolk are well-adapted to life in the wilderness, particularly in forested regions where they make their homes high among the branches of towering trees. Their settlements are constructed amidst the canopy, connected by a network of rope bridges, platforms, and treetop pathways that allow them to navigate their arboreal environment with ease.   Agile and Acrobatic: Squirrelfolk possess exceptional agility and dexterity, honed through generations of living among the treetops. They are skilled climbers and leapers, able to traverse the forest canopy with grace and speed, using their prehensile tails and sharp claws to grip onto branches and surfaces with ease.   Resourceful Foragers: Squirrelfolk are adept foragers and scavengers, able to find sustenance amidst the wilds. They gather nuts, fruits, and other edible plants from the forest floor, supplementing their diet with insects, small animals, and whatever other food sources they can find in their environment.   Mistrustful of Outsiders: Squirrelfolk are cautious and mistrustful of outsiders, particularly humans and dragons who they view as potential threats to their way of life. They are fiercely protective of their forest homes and will go to great lengths to defend them from encroachment by outsiders, often resorting to guerrilla tactics and hit-and-run attacks to drive off intruders.   Skilled Archers: Squirrelfolk are skilled marksmen and archers, using their natural agility and keen eyesight to excel in ranged combat. They fashion bows and arrows from materials found in their forest habitat, crafting weapons that are lightweight, durable, and deadly in the hands of a skilled squirrelfolk warrior.   Guardians of the Forest: Squirrelfolk have a deep reverence for nature and the natural world, viewing themselves as guardians and stewards of the forest. They are known to form alliances with other woodland creatures, such as birds, wolves, and fey creatures, to protect their forest homes from threats both natural and supernatural.   Cultural Traditions: Squirrelfolk have a rich oral tradition and cultural heritage, passed down through generations in the form of songs, stories, and legends. They celebrate the changing seasons with festivals and rituals, honoring the spirits of the forest and paying homage to their ancestors who came before them.   Adaptability: Despite their mistrust of outsiders, squirrelfolk are not completely closed off to interaction with other races. They are adaptable and resourceful, willing to form alliances and trade with those who prove themselves to be trustworthy allies. However, gaining the trust of squirrelfolk is no easy feat, and outsiders must tread carefully to earn their respect and cooperation.