Post by Cyberguy on Dec 22, 2006 13:14:27 GMT -5
Humans
The Humans of Oranath are, by far, the most dominant species in the world. Their numbers are almost twice that of the second most numerous species, the Dwarves. The Human's strength, however, does not come solely from thier numbers, but from their incredible adaptability. Humans are able to, in thier relatively short lifespans, learn many different things and master many different arts. The Human civilization, while not as large as that of the Bronze Dragons, is the most heavily populated civilization. Humans speak Common and can live to be about one hundred.
Elves
The Elves of the Western forests are one of the most powerful nations in Oranath, able to defend their lands from the Green Dragons, while still able to aid their Human companions in their war effort. The Elves have the most powerful magic of any race in the world. The Elves speak Common and Elven and can live to be about five hundred to seven hundred. (If it helps, think of wood elves)
Dwarves
The Dwarves of the Oranath Mountains were some of the first Humanoids to fight the Dragons on a regular basis. The Dwarves are the second most populous species in the world. They are known for their blacksmithing and weaponskills, as well as their unique forms of warfare. Dwarves speak Dwarven and Common and can live to be almost one hundred and fifty years old.
Gnomes
The Gnomes of Oranath are closely related to dwarves, but are more tolerant of other races and of magic, and are skilled with machines and illusions. Gnomes are small creatures, standing 3 to 3 1/2 feet tall. Gnomes are known for thier happy nature and their love of art. All Gnomes, as a rule, are a master of some sort of art form, whether they use it on an everyday basis or not. Gnomes speak Common and Gnomsih and can live to be about one hundred and thirty years old.
Halflings
The Halflings are the smallest species on Oranath, only three feet tall at the highest. They also have the smallest civilization, being a mostly nomadic people, with the only permanent settlements being very smal trading posts. The Halflings are known for being quick and agile, a helpful ability at times. Halflings speak Common can live to be about one hundred and ten years old.
Goblins
The Goblins of Oranath, being very small and weak fighters, never became a powerful society until the day they allied themselves with the Orcs. They vary in height from about 3 to 3 ½ feet and weigh 40 to 45 pounds. They walk upright even though their arms nearly reach their knees. Their eyes vary from red to yellow and are usually dull and glazed. They have a broad nose that sits on a flat face with pointed ears and a wide mouth. Their mouth contains small, but sharp fangs. Their skin pigment ranges from a deep red though nearly any shade of orange to yellow. They are known for being very clever, as able with mechanics as Gnomes and as quick as Halflings. They are, for the most part, mischeivous, speak Goblin, and live to be about seventy years old.
Orcs
The Orcs of Oranath have, next to the Humans and the Dwarves, the greatest empire in the world in terms of numbers, thier warlike people expandind easily through the uncivilized lands of the south. In general, they resemble primitive humans with grey-green skin covered with coarse hair. Orcs have a slightly stooped posture, a low jutting forehead, and a snout instead of a nose. Orcs have well-developed canine teeth for eating meat and short pointed ears that resemble those of a wolf. Their eyes are human, with a reddish tint that sometimes makes them appear to glow red when they reflect dim light sources in near darkness. Male orcs are about 5½ to 6 feet tall. Females average 6 inches shorter than males. Orcs speak Orcish and can live to be almost ninety years old.
Lizardfolk
The Lizardfolk or Oranath live on the fringes of normal, even Orcish society, or in thier own society underground. Lizardfolk are reptilian humanoids typically standing from six to seven feet tall. Their scales are normally dull, earthy colors such as green, brown, or gray. They have a tail for balance, which measures three to four feet long. Typical weight is between 200 and 250 pounds (90 and 113 kg). Breeding with all manner of Humanoids has resulted in several species of lizardfolk however, and these can range from three-foot tall pygmies, to nine-foot tall giants. Lizardfolk can speak Draconic, Common, or Orcish, and can live to be about two hundred years old.
The Humans of Oranath are, by far, the most dominant species in the world. Their numbers are almost twice that of the second most numerous species, the Dwarves. The Human's strength, however, does not come solely from thier numbers, but from their incredible adaptability. Humans are able to, in thier relatively short lifespans, learn many different things and master many different arts. The Human civilization, while not as large as that of the Bronze Dragons, is the most heavily populated civilization. Humans speak Common and can live to be about one hundred.
Elves
The Elves of the Western forests are one of the most powerful nations in Oranath, able to defend their lands from the Green Dragons, while still able to aid their Human companions in their war effort. The Elves have the most powerful magic of any race in the world. The Elves speak Common and Elven and can live to be about five hundred to seven hundred. (If it helps, think of wood elves)
Dwarves
The Dwarves of the Oranath Mountains were some of the first Humanoids to fight the Dragons on a regular basis. The Dwarves are the second most populous species in the world. They are known for their blacksmithing and weaponskills, as well as their unique forms of warfare. Dwarves speak Dwarven and Common and can live to be almost one hundred and fifty years old.
Gnomes
The Gnomes of Oranath are closely related to dwarves, but are more tolerant of other races and of magic, and are skilled with machines and illusions. Gnomes are small creatures, standing 3 to 3 1/2 feet tall. Gnomes are known for thier happy nature and their love of art. All Gnomes, as a rule, are a master of some sort of art form, whether they use it on an everyday basis or not. Gnomes speak Common and Gnomsih and can live to be about one hundred and thirty years old.
Halflings
The Halflings are the smallest species on Oranath, only three feet tall at the highest. They also have the smallest civilization, being a mostly nomadic people, with the only permanent settlements being very smal trading posts. The Halflings are known for being quick and agile, a helpful ability at times. Halflings speak Common can live to be about one hundred and ten years old.
Goblins
The Goblins of Oranath, being very small and weak fighters, never became a powerful society until the day they allied themselves with the Orcs. They vary in height from about 3 to 3 ½ feet and weigh 40 to 45 pounds. They walk upright even though their arms nearly reach their knees. Their eyes vary from red to yellow and are usually dull and glazed. They have a broad nose that sits on a flat face with pointed ears and a wide mouth. Their mouth contains small, but sharp fangs. Their skin pigment ranges from a deep red though nearly any shade of orange to yellow. They are known for being very clever, as able with mechanics as Gnomes and as quick as Halflings. They are, for the most part, mischeivous, speak Goblin, and live to be about seventy years old.
Orcs
The Orcs of Oranath have, next to the Humans and the Dwarves, the greatest empire in the world in terms of numbers, thier warlike people expandind easily through the uncivilized lands of the south. In general, they resemble primitive humans with grey-green skin covered with coarse hair. Orcs have a slightly stooped posture, a low jutting forehead, and a snout instead of a nose. Orcs have well-developed canine teeth for eating meat and short pointed ears that resemble those of a wolf. Their eyes are human, with a reddish tint that sometimes makes them appear to glow red when they reflect dim light sources in near darkness. Male orcs are about 5½ to 6 feet tall. Females average 6 inches shorter than males. Orcs speak Orcish and can live to be almost ninety years old.
Lizardfolk
The Lizardfolk or Oranath live on the fringes of normal, even Orcish society, or in thier own society underground. Lizardfolk are reptilian humanoids typically standing from six to seven feet tall. Their scales are normally dull, earthy colors such as green, brown, or gray. They have a tail for balance, which measures three to four feet long. Typical weight is between 200 and 250 pounds (90 and 113 kg). Breeding with all manner of Humanoids has resulted in several species of lizardfolk however, and these can range from three-foot tall pygmies, to nine-foot tall giants. Lizardfolk can speak Draconic, Common, or Orcish, and can live to be about two hundred years old.