Human

Humans are bipedal mammals with upright posture, possessing two arms and two legs. Their features vary widely by ancestry, including skin pigmentation, hair type, and facial structure.

Resilient physiology, strong immune systems, and high adaptability. Humans lack the specialized traits of other species but compensate with versatility.

Humans reproduce sexually with a gestation period of 9 months. Genetic diversity is high, allowing for physical, intellectual, and magical adaptability.

Humans mature relatively quickly compared to other sapient species. Major life stages include childhood (0-12), adolescence (13-18), adulthood (18-60), and elderhood (60+).

Humans are adaptive generalists who thrive in a wide range of biomes. They are found in forests, mountains, plains, deserts, and tundras, often altering their environment to suit their needs.

Omnivorous, humans consume a balanced diet of plants, meats, and grains. Regional availability shapes cuisine, with some cultures adopting subsistence on local staples (e.g., fish, rice, root vegetables).

Humans experience diurnal biological rhythms, requiring 6-8 hours of rest daily. Seasonal climates influence their clothing, agriculture, and overall lifestyle.

Human behavior is characterized by ambition, curiosity, and adaptability. They form complex social structures, value family and tradition, and often pursue legacy-building endeavors such as art, warfare, and innovation.

Humans form hierarchies ranging from tight-knit tribal units to sprawling empires. Family and community bonds are central to most human cultures.

Humans have domesticated numerous animals and plants for survival, companionship, and labor.

Humans excel at resource management, often altering their environment to suit agricultural, industrial, and magical needs. Their labor is highly sought after, and human adaptability makes them ideal for mercenary or emissary roles

Highly diverse. Features include varied eye shapes, nose types, and jaw structures influenced by regional lineage.

Humans dominate most major continents, especially regions with fertile land, access to trade routes, or strategic resources.

Highly intelligent and creative. Human ingenuity allows for rapid technological and magical advancements compared to other sapient races.

Standard five senses (sight, hearing, touch, taste, smell). Some individuals manifest limited extrasensory abilities through training, magic, or divine blessings.

Domesticated animals (e.g., horses, dogs, cattle) often partner with humans, while parasites and pests like lice, mites, and worms can plague poorer communities.

Human names are diverse, influenced by regional culture, history, and ancestry.

• Family Names: Often tied to professions, geography, or lineage (e.g., Blacksmith, Stonehall).
• Feminine Names: Varied; examples include Seraphine, Elara, Lyssa.
• Masculine Names: Common examples include Kael, Thorne, Gideon.
• Unisex Names: Examples include Rowan, Arin, Vale.

Human societies include kingdoms (e.g., Skarnhold), merchant guilds, religious orders, and scholarly academies. The Church of the Eternal Accord wields immense influence across human territories.

Varies; some value strength and robustness, while others favor refined appearances, clear skin, and fine features.

Differing cultures have unique expectations; some emphasize traditional gender roles, while others celebrate flexibility and equality.

Rites of courtship vary by region, including gifts, trials of strength, arranged marriages, and poetic exchanges.

Humans emphasize family as the cornerstone of society, though customs differ on monogamy, polygamy, and communal upbringing.

Humans have achieved remarkable feats of engineering, industry, and magic. Innovations include complex architecture, enchanted tools, and airships.

Humans speak diverse tongues; Common is the trade language, but regional dialects (e.g., Thalassan, Emberkin, Skarnish) hold cultural significance.

Respect for elders, formal greetings, and hospitality are valued in most human cultures.

Human attire varies by region, climate, and class. Nobles wear ornate fabrics, while peasants favor durable, practical clothing.

Humans excel at storytelling, art, and innovation, fostering rich cultural traditions like music, theater, and oral histories.

Birth celebrations, coming-of-age rites, and seasonal festivals mark major life events. Some cultures observe ancestor worship or divine blessings.

Cannibalism, treason, and breaking oaths are universally condemned. Other taboos depend on regional or religious laws.

Humans played a pivotal role in stabilizing Terravorn following the Age of Ashes, spearheading the Founding and forming nations that would endure millennia. Their history is marred with wars, alliances, and exploration, including the Great Sundering’s catastrophic consequences.

 Heroes like Arlen Dawnforge (the First Founding Leader) and Empress Sylana Wyrmheart shaped Terravorn's modern world.

Human myths often involve gods of the Eternal Accord, heroic figures, and tales of creation and rebirth following the Cataclysm.

Humans are often seen as ambitious and opportunistic by other species. Relations range from alliances to conflicts, but humans excel at diplomacy, trade, and cultural exchange.