Centaur
Basic Information
Anatomy
Centaurs have the upper bodies, down to the waist, of muscular humans, displaying all the human variety of skin tones and features. Below the waist, they have the bodies of quadruped animals.
Genetics and Reproduction
Centaurs are capable of breeding with almost any other race if there is assistance, however likely hood of a child being born are fairly low this way.
Gestation of most centaurs takes roughly 9 months however certain sub-species gestate much faster.
Gestation of most centaurs takes roughly 9 months however certain sub-species gestate much faster.
Growth Rate & Stages
Centaur age at roughly the same rate as a human, but learn to walk at a younger age.
Dietary Needs and Habits
Omnivourus. Similar dietary needs as humans.
Additional Information
Facial characteristics
Their ears are slightly pointed, but their faces are wider and squarer than those of elves.
Geographic Origin and Distribution
Almost exclusively in Sykengland.
Average Intelligence
TYpical intelligence is similar to humans.
Civilization and Culture
Naming Traditions
Due to the variety of races in Sykengland, naming traditions are often mixed together, however, most centaurs follows the tradition of using their parent's name as their last. EX. Tonna, Daughter of Rodna.
Gender Ideals
Due to the variety of traditions of the various towns and villages, gender ideals and roles can change often between them, however, in general, most centaurs are treated equally regardless of gender.
Common Dress Code
It's not uncommon for centaurs of Sykengland to go completely nude or wear fashions popular with the other races of Sykengland, particularly halflings.
Common Customs, Traditions and Rituals
The Declaration: An old tradition in which lovers would present themselves during festivals. In the event it's two bipeds, they would ride through the town on horseback wearing traditional garments (varies by town). If it is two quadrupeds (Centaurs/similar) they would walk side by side in the garments. If one of each, then the biped rides the centaur in the garments. The implication of the declaration is this is an accepted proposal of marriage.
Riding a Taur: Riding a taur is often considered a somewhat intimate or friendly act. While some Taurs are comfortable others are extremely against it. It's often compared to hugging someone in public, some care, others don't. When the army assigns a taur to the cavalry, they're told to leave any hang-ups about a rider for after their military term.
Riding a Taur: Riding a taur is often considered a somewhat intimate or friendly act. While some Taurs are comfortable others are extremely against it. It's often compared to hugging someone in public, some care, others don't. When the army assigns a taur to the cavalry, they're told to leave any hang-ups about a rider for after their military term.
History
The Centaurs of Sykengland were once slaves to the former Orstad empire but were instrumental in liberating them and the other races. Since then the Centaurs have become a symbol and patriotic part of Sykengland culture.
During the early days of Centaurs, there was only a single species but after experimentation by Orstad mages there came to be multiple sub-species coming in a variety of sizes. and displaying animal portions other than common horses.
During the early days of Centaurs, there was only a single species but after experimentation by Orstad mages there came to be multiple sub-species coming in a variety of sizes. and displaying animal portions other than common horses.
Historical Figures
Teveron son of Kairen. The leader of the liberated slaves during the Liberation War in what later became Sykengland and Ennesland.
Genetic Descendants
Lifespan
85-100 years
Average Height
6' - 9'
Average Physique
Usually in a good physical condition.
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