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Giórmhá (gɪoːɾ-vˠɑː)

The Giórmhá

The rebellious creations of dhiag royalty, the giórmhá picked their name, which means “slave to none”, as a testament to their own independence. Though not magically inclined, they are more innovative than any other species and have engineered their own brand of magical tools and serums that mimic the abilities of the creatures around them. Their kingdoms have spread far and wide throughout the island of Tíruil, and their influence has grown significantly.

Basic Information

Anatomy

Human

Dietary Needs and Habits

Omnivorous.

Behaviour

Giormha are not easily generalized. However many of them will more easily fight than run from an attacker, especially when defending their tribe or their property.

Additional Information

Social Structure

The giormha social structure is split into multiple tribes. These tribes are ruled over by ten kings who are overseen by a single high king.

Uses, Products & Exploitation

The dhiag species created the giormha, who at the time were called gidhiag as a means of labor, entertainment, and personal gratification.

Geographic Origin and Distribution

Most live in the southern parts of the island of Tiruil, but some tribes can be found further north.

Average Intelligence

Human intelligence

Symbiotic and Parasitic organisms

They have symbiotic relationships with many other species, such as horses, mules, donkeys, etc.

Origin/Ancestry

Giormha

Lifespan

80-100 years

Average Height

Males: 5'10, Females: 5'6

Body Tint, Colouring and Marking

There is a wide spectrum of skin colors, from very fair to very dark.

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Related Ethnicities

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Faoladh

Ethnicity | Nov 5, 2022

Giórmhá

"We were made to be slaves for our creators, but a life of blind obedience grew heavy on us. So, with the minds that you, O' Almighty Dhiags, molded us with, we declared our independence from you. We found the blessing of magic despite your handicaps, and with it we built an empire that rivals the gods themselves."

~ Bav U'Kámhal

ability score increase: Two different ability scores of your choice increase by 1

age: Giormha reach adulthood in their late teens and can live to be around 80 to 100 years old.

Size: Medium

speed: Your base walking speed is 30 feet.

Languages: You can speak, read, and write Giormhalua and one extra language of your choice. Giormha typically learn the languages of those they deal with often. They are fond of sprinkling their speech with words borrowed from other tongues.

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Freedom Fighters

According to legend, the Giormha were carved from the great tree Emes by the dhiags, who gave them life. They were built as workers, servants, and worshipers. After centuries of servitude, they finally broke free of their creators' chains through a series of bloody uprisings known collectively as the Great Blasphemy. Today the giormha champion themselves as fighters for freedom from one end of Tiruil to another. Their very name engraves them as "slaves to none."

Explorers and Discoverers

In their conquest of Tiruil since the Great Blasphemy, the giormha have spread across the land that once belonged to their dhiag gods, and claimed it for themselves. They ushered in an age of enlightenment and discovery for their people. They value the excitement of another battle, another discovery, or another new thing to learn.

Many Branches of One

Though the giormha were created by a single group, that has not stopped diversity from taking hold of them as they spread throughout the land. Giormha tend to range from night black skin to extremely pale. Their eyes are normally some shade of blue, green, or brown, and their hair ranges from black to platinum blond.

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