Human

Humans of Wakodia

  Overview   Humans are one of the younger mortal races in Wakodia, emerging approximately 25,000 years after the gods first arrived on the planet. Despite their relatively late arrival compared to elves and dwarves, humans have become one of the most widespread and influential races in Wakodia, known for their ambition, adaptability, and resilience.   Physical Characteristics   Appearance: Humans display a wide range of physical traits, reflecting their adaptability. Skin tones, hair colors, and eye colors vary significantly depending on region and ethnicity.   Lifespan: Humans typically live 70–100 years, though magical means can extend their lives.   Height and Build: Humans range from 5'0" to 6'5" in height, with varying body types influenced by their environment and lifestyle.   Ethnicities   Humans in Wakodia are divided into several ethnic groups, each shaped by their environment and history:  

1. Heiligen Humans

  Region: Flampurea (Heilig Empire)   Appearance: Fair to lightly tanned skin, blond to black hair, blue or green eyes.   Culture: Disciplined and hierarchical, with a strong focus on faith, innovation, and military strength.  

2. Albionites

  Region: Stonefell Heartlands   Appearance: Fair to medium skin, brown or blond hair, blue or green eyes.   Culture: Practical and community-focused, often working as farmers, merchants, or craftspeople.  

3. Nordravans

  Region: Tundras north of Stonefell   Appearance: Pale to lightly tanned skin, blond or red hair, blue or gray eyes.   Culture: Hardy and clan-oriented, with traditions of seafaring and storytelling.  

4. Yoakejin

  Region: Yoake   Appearance: Light olive to tan skin, black or dark brown hair, almond-shaped eyes.   Culture: Artistic and nature-focused, emphasizing harmony and tradition.  

5. Ramaalians

  Region: Ramaal (Deserts)   Appearance: Medium olive to deep brown skin, black or dark brown hair, deep brown or amber eyes.   Culture: Resilient and resourceful, thriving in nomadic and tribal communities.  

6. Zafirians

  Region: Ramaal (Sub-Saharan Deserts)   Appearance: Dark brown to ebony skin, coiled or tightly curled hair, bright expressive eyes.   Culture: Vibrant and egalitarian, with a strong emphasis on oral traditions and spirit magic.   Culture and Society   Humans are characterized by their ambition and adaptability. They are prolific innovators, skilled explorers, and capable of thriving in diverse environments. This adaptability has led to the rise of empires, city-states, and innovative technologies that have shaped Wakodia’s history.   Religion and Cosmology   Humans predominantly worship Soldeus (the Sun God) and Lunara (the Moon Goddess), revered together as the Twin Luminaries. These Prime Deities represent balance, guiding humanity through light and shadow, ambition and wisdom.   Soldeus (The Sun God): Symbolizes justice, ambition, strength, and enlightenment. His followers often strive for greatness and progress.   Domains: Light, Life, War. Symbols: A radiant golden sunburst. Lunara (The Moon Goddess): Embodies mystery, reflection, protection, and the cycles of life. She encourages wisdom and understanding.   Domains: Twilight, Knowledge, Grave. Symbols: A crescent moon cradling a full moon, depicted in silver. While Alexandros Bloodflame holds a special place in human faith as a divine champion of the Twin Luminaries, particularly in the Heilig Empire, Soldeus and Lunara remain the central figures of human cosmology.   Role in History   Humans rose to prominence during the decline of older races like elves and dwarves, rapidly expanding their influence. Their greatest achievement is the founding of the Heilig Empire, a dominant force in Wakodia that reshaped the political and magical landscape.   Magic and Humans   Though not the original recipients of magic, humans embraced it fervently after the gods gifted it to mortals. Known for their creativity, human mages often push the boundaries of arcane knowledge, sometimes to great success and occasionally to disastrous consequences.   Relationships with Other Races   Elves: Humans admire elves’ wisdom but find their slow methods frustrating.   Dwarves: Humans respect dwarves’ craftsmanship but occasionally clash over ambition.   Other Races: Humans’ diversity allows them to form alliances or rivalries with most other races.   Legacy   Humans’ adaptability and ambition ensure their continued prominence in Wakodia, shaping the future through their empires, innovations, and enduring spirit.