Halfred:

Name: Halfred Kant Urden Halfred Baelian

Age/Birthday: 76 years/Day 20, 7th month

Race: Friasan

Physical Description: Above average height, 210 cm (6,8 ft), muscular, dark ash gray skin, deep red hair tied in a thin tail. Mutton chop-style beard. Black sclera with golden irises. Black horns curved forward and upward. Pointed ears. Many scars along his body.

Peculiarities: He is obsessed with epic stories and legendary heroes. So much so that the family library has a whole wing dedicated to books, scrolls, and diaries that tell every one of the existing stories in the empire, including some from other regions. Despite having 4 children, his sexual appetite is very low.

Character: Laughing and very sociable. Even if he may have an intimidating and dangerous appearance, Halfred is a person who moves based on not overthinking things, but always maintaining a level of understanding of situations. Halfred can read the environment perfectly and act accordingly. He highly values sincerity, honor, and traditions, and, above all, he values his family. Halfred is a loving and dedicated father. Even though he is constantly caught between tons of documents, he always manages to find the time for the most important things in his life, spending time with his daughters and wife and training his body. He is always the first to propose family outings. 

Hobbies: Fond of physical training, reading books about legends and epics, and studying ancient lore. Contrary to what one would think, he is very educated about the history of the empire.

Fears: He has a terrible fear of diving. He can swim and may enjoy doing so, but diving more than a couple of meters terrifies him.

Magic/Abilities: <Hidden>.

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Name: Irlana Gala Urden Baelian

Age/Birthday: 51 years/Day 5, 1st month

Race: Atenosia

Physical Description: Average height, 164 cm (5,8 ft), slender, rosy white skin, black hair with violet sheen, usually combed in a long braid to the lower back. Deep red eyes, sharp nose, and pink lips. Pointed ears. Dark violet valah ending in an arrowhead. Sizes, 88-69-94.

Peculiarities: Aware or unaware of this fact, Irlana has an enormous attraction to Teriant females. She has a spanking fetish. (There's a funny story about that, but no one should ever know about it).

Character: Cheerful, loving, and attentive. She tends to be rather stubborn, and despite her calm demeanor she tends to lose her temper relatively easily. Irlana, like her husband, is a very sociable person, getting along well with practically anyone she talks to, with very few exceptions.

Hobbies: A true tea party fanatic, collector of tea sets, and a lover of gardening.

Fears: Her biggest fear is hairy insects.

Magic/Abilities: <Hidden>

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Name: Fiana Baelian de Galari

Age/Birthday: 58 years/Day 15, 12th month

Race: Vulpan

Physical Description: Average height, 166 cm (5.4 ft), slender, slightly tanned skin, honey-colored hair and fur, long to mid back, cherry lips, golden eyes, fox ears with a black tuft at the tip, long bushy tail with a white tip. Hybrid hands between humanoid and fox with claws and pads on the palms. Sizes, 92-70-95

Peculiarities: Although she shouldn't, given her position in the house, she always dresses like a maid, albeit in a slightly more elegant way that makes her stand out from the rest. She loves it when Irlana or any of her daughters caresses her ears or tail and feels very jealous when one of them does it with another Teriant (that's why she was looking at Tya with suspicion). Unlike other Makila, Fiana calls her daughters by their middle names.

Character: Demure and polite, Fiana is perhaps the calmest and most in control of her emotions in the family. Somewhat ironic considering how emotional she can get on certain occasions, but that's because she can show it in front of her family without any problem and when she feels relaxed. She is the voice of reason in the family, and by managing everything related to the household, her voice carries the most weight in many decisions related to the family.

Hobbies: A big fan of the maid's way. History Lover. Since she first learned how to read, she devoted every spare moment she had to studying the history of the empire and the many noble families that exist. She sometimes drinks in secret.

Fears: Before her change, she was afraid of others discovering her true race. She is slightly afraid of heights. Becoming pregnant again and losing another child.

Magic/Abilities: <Hidden>.

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Name: Losward Bhias Urden Baelian

Age/Birthday: 27 years old/Day 10, 4th month

Race: Friasan

Physical Description: Tall, 200cm (6.5 ft), Athletic, copper skin, ash-colored hair, with a thin braid falling down his shoulder, black sclera with deep green irises, black horns on the sides that curve to the front.

Peculiarities: He always keeps a confident and calculating smile.

Character: Arrogant and haughty. Always seems to be up to something and looking at his younger sister as if she is the culmination of all his plans.

Hobbies: Unknown.

Fears: Unknown

Magic/Abilities: <Unknown>.

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Name: Sarka Lara Urden Urden Baelian

Age/Birthday: 19 years old/Day 17, 3rd month

Race: Hybrid Atenosia 76%/Friasan 24% mutation <$%#$&%#&%#&>

Physical Description: Medium height, 159 cm (5.2 ft), slender, fair skin, dark red, curly shoulder-length hair. Segmental heterochromia, green on top blue on bottom. Small and sharp nose, and thin pink lips. Pointed ears. Valah white, half arrowhead with 3 tears on one of the edges. Sizes, 79-60-83

Peculiarities: She plays a lot with her hands when nervous. Avoids looking others in the eyes. She hides her valah at all times, although she is beginning to change that aspect.

Character: Superficially she is a serious, cold, and perfect girl. Internally she is nervous and introverted. She does not like to receive looks from other people since she always feels that they are trying to reveal her secret. She tends to avoid all social contact outside of her duties and therefore has earned a reputation for being cold and too serious. Sarka is a girl who prefers solitary places, only admitting the company of her maid, or her family members. She is very intelligent, almost considered a prodigy for magic, but is rather lazy when it comes to studying as she feels it doesn't make too much sense as she abhors confrontations.

Hobbies: Since childhood she has had a liking for collecting rare stones and minerals, currently having a collection of over 2000 different types, including different colorations among the same types. She also keeps and protects the gifts that Zenya and Tya have given her so far.

Fears: Stares.

Magic/Abilities: <Water element magic> <Hidden>.

Curiosities: Once, around the age of 10, she was caught by Neth while secretly playing with her valah. She still hasn't been able to get over that and Neth sometimes reminds her of it just to tease her.

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Name: Zenya Dri Urden Baelian

Age/Birthday: 7 years old/Day 3, 10th month.

Race: Atenosia

Physical Description: Short height, 109 cm (3.9 ft), slender, fair skin with some freckles on the face, light reddish hair, short to shoulder length, deep blue eyes, upturned nose, matte black Valah ending in arrowhead with somewhat rounded tip. Pointed ears.

Peculiarities: She has not presented many at her age, but the most notable is that she likes Sarka to mess with her from time to time, as she loves to receive attention from her older sister.

Character: Cheerful and very playful, in the family, she is the one who gives more importance to the family itself. She is serious in her studies and incredibly obedient. Since Orinthya was born, she has dedicated her body and soul to being the best big sister, learning even more things to teach her little sister. She is quite intelligent for her age, for which she receives a lot of praise from her instructors.

Hobbies: Caring for and playing with Orinthya, music, and "photography".

Fears: She is afraid of the dark and loneliness.

Magic/Skills: <Hidden>.

Curiosities: Surprising as it may seem, and thanks to her intelligence, she has been developing some plans for the future which she wants to make come true for the benefit of her family, especially her sisters. She has a Lumigraphy of Losward which she treasures along with the rest of the lumigraphs she has of the rest of her family.

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Name: Orinthya Nita Urden Baelian

Age/Birthday: 3 years/Day 8, 2nd month

Race: Revant hybrid. Revant 45%/Atenosia 43%/Friasan 12% mutation <$%$%%/>

Physical Description: Short height, 98 cm (3.2 ft), milky white skin, short black shiny hair, ash gray eyes, a mole under the right eye, button nose, cherry-colored lips, and pointed ears. Dark violet valah, spade tip more rounded on the sides. A birthmark on the chest, just above her heart. Slightly sharp claws on feet and hands.

Peculiarities: Overthinking things, absolute obsession with rava fruit, behavior out of the ordinary for children her age. Obsession over the ears and tails of any Teriant female.

Character: Orinthya is a very thoughtful child, trying to understand and analyze things as much as possible, often making mistakes and strange decisions. She is very empathetic and, to a certain extent, a pushover. She doesn't like to admit it, but she is easily carried away by the attitude of those who interest her, being even quite clingy with some of them. Her past life has ended up influencing a lot of the decisions she is making.

Hobbies: Teriants, playing with Zenya, the game of Eldoria.

Fears: Loneliness, sharp weapons, someone overpowering her (this is hard to explain, but refers to anyone being taller or in a superior position towering over her, making her feel like the moment she died), though she's not aware of that yet.

Magic/Abilities: Null.

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Name: Anven Zora Baelian

Age/Birthday: 89 years old/Day 22nd, 8th month

Race: Revant Hybrid. Revant 70%/Friasan 30%.

Physical Description: Short height, 145 cm (4.3 ft), athletic, bluish violet skin, dull red hair, long and tied in a large braid that reaches her waist. Black sclera, with golden irises. She bears several small scars on her body and some very small ones on her face. Rounded and small nose, light violet lips. 2 black horns forming a crown on the sides of the forehead, where their tips rise. Sizes, 76-58-83

Peculiarities: She has an aggressive and streetwise way of speaking. She tends to walk keeping her arms linked behind her back. She is uncomfortable with praise and displays of affection.

Character: Anven is, to sum up, a very calm woman, but she loves to fight when she has the opportunity, a born hunter. Her family is always and will always be her priority when they need her.

Hobbies: N/A

Fears: N/A

Magic/Skills: Sword.

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Name: Ameli from Vialea Maternate

Age/Birthday: 20 years/Day 5, 6th month

Race: Valven

Physical Description: Medium height, 152 cm (4.9 ft), slender, tanned brown skin, long brown hair below her shoulders, emerald green eyes, small pointed nose, full and seductive red lips, short slightly pointed ears. A pair of bat wings on her lower back, and a tail that ended in a reverse heart tip, both a dark purple color. Measurements 80-62-84

Peculiarities: She tends to "accidentally" break things in her work. She gets stressed easily, and her way of dealing with it is to hide in a very secluded place away from everyone and cry silently.

Character: Ameli is a girl with very low self-esteem, easily influenced, and emotionally unstable. She can easily become obsessed with something that makes a big impression on her. She has self-destructive tendencies and is depressive. Under Fiana's tutelage, she has managed to overcome many of her insecurities, but there is still a dam filling and in danger of overflowing.

Hobbies: Eldoria game aficionado. She collects her lady's hair, which she has collected a small lock of every year, guarding it with suspicion.

Fears: Rejection.

Magic/Skills: The way of the maid.

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Name: Nisire Jurana Burmont

Age/Birthday: 19 years/Day 23, 2nd month

Race: Nerianes

Physical Description: Tall height, 161 cm (5.2 ft), athletic, cinnamon skin, short bright blue tendril hair, ocean blue eyes, cross pupil (X), slightly sharp nose, rounded ears. Tail similar in texture to the tendrils of her hair, shines in different colors. Sizes, 93-68-90

Peculiarities: She tends to scratch her nose or cheeks when she feels nervous, and fakes her tone and way of speaking when she wants to show off about herself. She tends not to think about what she says when she is nervous. Her way of speaking can be considered "wild" to some, and "small-town" or "northern" to others.

Character: Nisire is very diligent with everything she does, even if it's almost always part of the average, but that doesn't stop her from continuing. She may have moments when she feels down or inferior to others, but she can pick herself up and keep trying, becoming someone with a lot of strength and willpower. She is not the type of person to be easily influenced by others and tends to reflect properly before acting, but she is also aware enough to know that there are situations where throwing herself head-on and facing things is the best way to act.

Hobbies: Journaling about everything she has done, does, or wants to do. She is fond of making tea.

Fears: Ironically, she is afraid of beings that have slimy or slime aspects.

Magic/Skills: Knight's apprentice. (She has stopped being a squire and is now being trained as a recruit.)

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Name: Neth Narric

Age/Birthday: 32 years old/Day 9 8th month

Race: Bismoriand

Physical Description: Medium height, 161 cm (5.2 ft), slender, jet-black skin, short bright violet hair, small nose, slightly violet lips, short pointed ears, moth-like antennae. A long scaly, dull black tail, about 130 cm (4.2 ft) long. No eyes. Bird-like legs with 3 toes. Sizes, 82-62-84 cm (82-62-84 ft).

Peculiarities: She is not very capable of controlling her antennae, developing a tendency to "taste" anyone who gets too close to her, for that reason, she always tries to keep her distance from other people.

Character: She is calm and very rational, always prioritizing reason above everything else. She knows that sometimes it is better to put aside reason depending on the situation, but despite knowing that, she prefers to keep her way of thinking. This has sometimes caused her attitude to be mistaken for being too cold or unfeeling, a statement that is far from the truth. She very much enjoys being pampered but never has many opportunities for that to happen.

Hobbies: She likes to carefully clean her lady Sarka's belongings, especially her mineral collection. She likes to keep places clean, though not to the point of being obsessed.

Fears: She dreads the day she has to offer Sarka the vision test.

Magic/Abilities: <Hidden>.

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Name: Katarina Dhei Nazzik

Age/Birthday: 53 years old/Day 1, 5th month.

Race: Kibi.

Physical Description: Medium height, 162 cm (5.2 ft), slender, white skin, long fluffy pink hair, green eyes, sharp nose, thick pink lips, long feline ears with pink fur as well as long fluffy tail. Sizes, 90-68-92.

Peculiarities: She tends to spend hours and hours grooming her tail to keep her coat soft and shiny. She constantly buys products from alchemists to achieve this goal. With her children, she tends to behave like a mother cat, grooming them whenever she has the opportunity.

Character: Cheerful and impulsive. She used to be an innocent and pure girl until she got married. Then... things happened. She has always been a very energetic female, always up for "mischief" even at her age, though that personality hides someone with a very calculating mindset, capable of moving through the political environment as if it were her backyard.

Hobbies: Pinching her and her children's tails. Reading her old diary in which her best memories are recorded.

Fears: She has a terrible fear of large birds. So much so that they do not use Ekus for their carriages as normal, but other species of draught animals.

Magic/Abilities: <Hidden>.

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Name: Yuliana Amara Nazzik

Age/Birthday: 3 years old/Day 16, 1st month

Race: Kibi

Physical Description: Short height, 97 cm (3.2 ft), white skin, long light pink hair, garnet yellow eyes, button nose, cherry lips. Small feline ears with light pink fur, as well as a long, thin tail.

Peculiarities: She is very easily distracted. She has the sweetest purr in her family. Lousy naming sense. She only laughs for her father or Orinthya.

Character: Not much of it has developed yet, but Yuliana is very quiet and stoic. Only 2 people have ever managed to make her laugh to the point of bursts of laughter. She has no special taste in toys, but Ginevere is a special case.

Hobbies: Taking naps in the garden and admiring insects and small animals.

Fears: Water, loud noises, and crowded spaces.

Magic/Abilities: Null

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Friasan:

They tend to be much taller than the average Asherian, measuring between 180 cm and 230 cm, and also having much greater strength, vitality, and endurance. The most striking characteristics of their race are the horns on their heads and their skin color, which usually goes in quite varied dark and metallic tones, ranging from copper, violet, jet black, and gray.

As with the hair color that usually varies between the colors white, gray, and red. The sclera of their eyes is usually completely black, along with golden, intense red, violet, and green irises. The only exception, like the rest of the races, is usually the "cloudeyes", those with gray eye color.

Like most Asherians, they have "rutting" periods, which are the shortest in between compared to other tribes. Consisting of 2 weeks every 6 to 9 years, they are some of the most abundant.

At present, there are very few purebred Friasans. When they first arrived in these lands. Through a deal with the Revant, they decided to interbreed, trying to save the Revant, and also, to improve their lineage by taking advantage of the strength and magic contained in them.

Unfortunately, the plan did not work as expected, and the Revant ended up becoming extinct.

Even so, the current Friasan continues to honor those who gave them a home by holding a festival in their memory.

Although they are currently a rather diluted race due to interbreeding, they have retained many of their ancestral characteristics. Also, their children, even if they are born of a couple from another tribe, usually keep some of these characteristics, be it their horns, hair, or skin color. They are also one of the 3 races that have a small probability of giving birth to dual mages; children born with 2 intrinsic attributes.Their life expectancy is currently around 220 years, and it is believed that in the past it may have been less, around 100 years, but thanks to the Revant, their life expectancy has skyrocketed.

Revant

Asherian with short stature, between 120 and 140 cm the tallest. Their appearance was similar to humans, with several differences. Like the Friasan, they had black sclera, with a wide range of eye colors, the only ones not having the black sclera are the gray eyes.

Their pupil used to be of the slit type. The hair was almost exclusively red or black. Ears pointed, but shorter, being barely noticeable. Their night vision was especially good, as was their sense of smell, taste, and wild instincts. They did not have tails, horns, or wings, but they did have quite sharp claws on their hands and feet, and more powerful teeth, with 12 fangs and 4 molars. Still being basic carnivores, but capable of eating a few types of fruit and other foods.

Although they were quite small compared to most other races, they were incredibly agile and strong. Capable of having even combats with opponents twice their size. Their muscles and bones were much denser and their body better adapted.

They were hunters and warriors by nature, being especially good at the front lines. Mostly fighters with melee weapons.

Currently considered an extinct tribe. Their pillar, Ameritia, granted them so many blessings and help that the Revants could not withstand these changes, dying younger and younger. They could only be saved by crossing with another race, little by little eliminating all those changes, until today, only one Revant is born per generation. Who has to go through various rituals and training so that their own body does not react negatively to those blessings.

They used to live between 90 and 100 years. At the beginning of the great decline, from 50 to 60 years. New generations can live up to 180 years with very few of them, (these being the crosses with longer-lived races) living up to 300 years.

Atenosia:

Human in appearance, but have an above average amount of mana for Asherians. They usually have dark hair and eye colors between red and dark purple.

They have a tail, the Valah, which starts to grow from the time they are 6 months old, and stops growing until around the age of 7, which is when it adapts to the growth of the rest of the body.

Their Valah has 2 specific functions. It is a magical organ, which fulfills the function of regulating and helping the body of the Atenosia to manipulate the mana of both their body and the surrounding environment. An Atenosia will not be greatly affected by its ability, even if it loses its Valah, but it will take a lot of its energy to make it grow again.

The second function is to serve as a "sexual organ" which gives the females the ability to conceive among themselves.

After several years of having arrived in this world, the Atenosia, whose male population had been greatly depleted, began to experiment with the magic of their valah. It took them 40 years of complicated and, to a certain extent, reprehensible experiments, but they managed to find a way to save their tribe. Through a ritual when they reached the age when their valah adapted to the body, they managed to modify their purpose.

Ma'kil halnas, now known as "Makilas" have been the "mothers" and "fathers" saviors of the race. A title that, during its first centuries, was, in a way, revered. Nowadays, Makilas have become nannies, teachers, guides, females or males who, in the family, take the most administrative role, carrying their partners and children on their shoulders to give stability to their homes.

Traditionally, the Makilas were exclusively Atenosia, given their original function of procreating and recovering their population. But over the centuries, this tradition was changing due to the establishment of alliances with other tribes or the tastes of youth, who saw females and males of other races and yielded to their attractions.

Unfortunately, these unions ended up being exclusively contractual or only sentimental, given that, although among Atenosias they had relatively high fertility when uniting with other races and tribes, reproduction was basically impossible.

With some exceptions.

There have been only 2 records of this event, but both have been discarded and attributed either to the male partner of the Atenosian couple (Her makila or main husband), or to an infidelity, of which there was no way to prove that it had occurred, but neither that it had not occurred, leading to cracks growing in these families.

Some scholars theorize that, as generations pass and the Atenosia mix with the other races, sooner or later reproduction will be possible, but they see this far in the future, in times that they will not be able to see.

They usually live an average of 180 to 200 years.

Bismoriand:

Their appearance is humanoid, their hair usually varies between white, gray, and violet. They do not possess eyes, as they evolved from a species that was completely adapted to a subterranean region, where the light of the sisters rarely reached. Their sense of sight was completely replaced by 2 antennae that help them to guide them in their environment. They are 2 large appendages that arise from the front of their head and are similar to the antennae of a moth, which perform almost the same functions of "visual" and olfactory guidance, the latter being sensitive enough to recognize odors at a distance of more than 1 km, thanks to the "sensillae" of which they are covered.

The nose only serves the function of breathing. They usually cover their faces with masks made of cloth, ceramic, or wood. A tradition born from the belief that only those who are part of the family have the right to see the real "essence" of their being.

Underneath the mask, called Clugag, there is a set of scales that shine in rainbow tones, which, depending on who sees them, can feel different things, from absolute joy to depression, pain, and even terror. This is because these scales on their face, contain a large part of the internal mana of the Bismoriand, and only those compatible with their mana, get to see positive "visions".

Since all Bismoriand share to some extent the same compatible type of mana, they tend to search among other races for an ideal partner that suits their tastes. After a long time of "testing" this potential mate, they declare their intentions and offer them to go through the vision test.

The vision test is, in short, the Bismoriand revealing their feelings and thoughts for their partner reflected in their mana. If the candidate can have a vision equal to or similar to what the Bismoriand is trying to convey to them, then the vision test will be given as good, and, from that point on, the Bismoriand will go into "courtship" mode. Although it may sound like some sort of transformation, in reality, it is just that they have put aside their doubts and will become very active in their attempts to be with their potential mate.

They also have a scaly tail, similar to a reptile's tail, which is quite muscular despite how thin it may appear. They measure around 120 to 150 cm in length, and are quite versatile, being able to wrap around and support the entire weight of their bodies.

Their hands, which have only 4 fingers, are quite soft. Contrary to what you might think, their skin is quite resistant, especially to temperatures, being able to resist without damage beyond 120° C and below -60 C. Their feet, on the other hand, are more similar to bird feet, specifically, similar to the feet of an Emu, with 3 toes, a thick central one and 2 smaller and thinner ones on each side.

Their method of reproduction has a certain special nuance. When a Bismoriand has been impregnated, its body immediately prepares itself by demanding an enormous amount of nutrients to produce a kind of "egg", which it expels only about 5 days after conception. (This occurs because their female reproductive organ does not have a uterus as such, but has a single chamber in which the male's seed is deposited and unites with the ovum. This is also where the egg is formed at the moment of conception).

This "egg" does not have a hard shell, but is covered by a special translucent slimy substance, which protects the fetus and keeps it moist and healthy. The mother immediately uses her long tail and arms to wrap around her child and enters a kind of stasis (which could also be confused with a kind of hibernation, given the similarity of consuming a fairly large amount of calories), in which she "connects" to the egg, sharing nutrients with it until, in 5 months, when its young is ready to hatch, it awakens and begins to prepare its "nest" for the arrival of the infant, which is born with the appearance of a child of about 3 years old, but with the mentality of a newborn baby.

These children mature rapidly, reaching the mental maturity of a 12/13-year-old adolescent by the age of 7, and maturing fully by the actual age of 12, being mentally a young adult of between 15 and 16. These young people will not be ready for reproduction until they are at least 17 years old. Between the ages of 15 and 18, they will spend most of their time searching for a mate candidate, follow them for at least 2 to 3 years, and after that time begin their "vision test" starting the whole cycle over again.

Bismoriand are technically monogamous, joining a single mate for life. They may accept that their mate may have others, but they will never seek another. If their mate dies or abandons them, they sadly have a very high probability of dying of grief. That is why they are sometimes called by other races a tribe of "star-crossed lovers". This name is not used as a form of mockery or insult but is used by others as a warning that should you ever join a Bismoriand, you should, by all means, prepare everything on your part so that, in the unlikely event of your sudden death, you will have one of your children or a relative to take over and prevent by all means this Bismoriand from being left alone.

They have a life expectancy of around 130 to 150 years.

Nerianes:

Humanoid in appearance. They do not have hair but have several anemone-like tentacle-like appendages on their heads, thin as fingers and at least 30 to 60cm long. Their eyes have an X-shaped pupil, with green, blue, orange, and yellow irises. They have a relatively short tail, about 50cm, which seems to be losing little by little over the generations, as it has no real function in their bodies.

Their skin is usually quite dark, and, although they seem to be "wet" or "slimy" in appearance, they are covered with a kind of "dry" oil which protects them from intense sunlight and extreme climates. They are quite well adapted to the most demanding regions, even being able to live in almost apocalyptic environments, such as intense volcanic zones or places with very low temperatures.

They are curious by nature. They have a strong protective instinct towards other tribes and/or species, placing them as the "police" or "rebel" tribe in which they oppose wars, "unnecessary" armed confrontations, conflicts, or intentionally provoked problems.

They are very close to the Naftalen, especially the Brontes, as they come from the same region, close to the northwest seas. For a long time, they lived together with the Naftalen, in a quite stable symbiotic relationship, but after many wars in the region and an unexpected conflict between ideas, they ended up separating and traveling south, where most of their population settled in the Roitlan empire.

Their life expectancy is one of the longest among the Asherians, reaching up to 450 years.

Valven:

Their appearance is humanoid. Not much about them varies from an ordinary human. Their whole anatomical structure is quite similar, except for 3 things. First, they have a thin tail of approximately 120 cm long, which ends in an inverted heart. Second, they have wings. With a wingspan of 3 meters long from one wing to the other and 70 cm long, from the "shoulder" to the longest "finger". The third is the ability to use their clitoris as an artificial penis.

Because they are an entirely female race, they do not possess the ability to reproduce among themselves and require males of other species to become pregnant and thus perpetuate their species. This ability to grow a penis has a similar function to that of hyenas, a type of hierarchy among their family groups.

Valven often forms groups, in which several young females join together in a small community of 6 to 12 members led by a "Matriarch". This group is known as a "Maternate" in which all members are "possessions" of a single leader, and are called "Sororias".

Valven goes through a fairly extensive growth/maturity stage.

At birth, and until they reach the age of 20, they are known as infants. At this stage, they are children and pre-adolescents. They are allowed to find simple jobs from the age of 8, and somewhat more specialized jobs from the age of 14. It is at this stage that their sexual desire begins to manifest itself, albeit at a controllable and/or bearable level.

After the age of 20, after a small family rite, they are considered young adults. At this stage, they are called "Nymphs". It is here when they leave their Maternate, to live alone or join a new one. It is also at this time in their lives that they have their full sexual release. During the next 50 years, they have multiple partners of different tribes and races and have as many daughters as possible.

When they reach the age of 80, they begin the last stage of their lives. During the next 20 years, their fertility gradually disappears until it stops completely at the age of 100. This is when they have certain changes in their physiognomy. That penis that they used to be able to grow at will has now become permanent. This is the first sign that they have entered their Matriarch stage.

Matriarchs are the ones who lead their own Maternates, in which they "woo" young Nymphs to join them. After a night of courtship, if the young nymph accepts, she will join the Maternate. The first to join will be known as the Egeria, or Eldest Sister, who is closest to the Matriarch and has the most authority in the house after her. In short, she is the main wife.

At the end of their life, the Matriarchs can leave their Maternate to their Egerias who will act as the new Matriarch with a new "Egeria" who will help them on the way until she is of Matriarch age.

The Matriarch, already old, makes a pilgrimage to the temple of Numa, the pillar of motherhood and sexuality. This is where they reach the final stage, serving their mistress until their last breath.

They usually take jobs as maids in various noble houses, being among the most sought-after of all the other tribes. They also take jobs as waitresses, sales clerks, guild attendants, secretaries, librarians, ladies-in-waiting, and prostitutes (which, unlike in our world, are considered a normal job, although there are a few who still consider it a repudiatory job).

The Valven seek males from other tribes to reproduce and have offspring, these will be exclusively Valven. They form a contract with these males in which he will "give up" his rights as a father, but his family will be able to obtain benefits from the Valven's Maternate from the one who signs the contract. They often have businesses run by their Maternate, and the benefits are usually memberships, investment opportunities, or exclusive collaborations.

The Valven live to be between 150 to 180 years old. There are records of some reaching the age of 220 years.

Alika, Goddess of life and light.

Galana, Goddess of nature and the earth.

Edelgard, God of fire and war.

Odüen, God of music and art.

Numa, Goddess of motherhood and sexuality.

Einhert, God of honor and brotherhood.

Erka and Erias, sister Goddesses of the sky.

-Erka, the elder, Goddess of love and family. Rules over Mita.

-Erias, the youngest, Goddess of humility and innocence. Rules over Sura.

Ashana, Goddess of protection, justice, and courage.

Fleven, God of commerce, contracts, and balance.

Obana, Goddess of the seasons and origin of the winds.

Aeloria, Goddess of ********* and **** *******.

Arbeta (Winter Star)

Description:

Arbeta, or Winter Star is a flower that blooms in the coldest months of the year, filling the landscape with its heavenly beauty and unparalleled charm. Its growth habit is characterized by a ground plant with leaves that unfurl low, revealing a slender twig that rises majestically toward the sky. From this twig sprout hundreds of tiny flowers in shades of blue, light blue, and some subspecies in bluish violet and dark purples, forming a spectacle of color that dazzles those who have the privilege of beholding it.

Symbolism:

The Winter Star is a symbol of purity and grace, evoking the image of a celestial figure illuminating the night sky with its radiance. It represents the hope and renewal that come with the arrival of the winter season, as well as the timeless beauty that endures despite adversity. It is the representative flower of the White Lady.

Fragrance:

The scent of Winter Star is soft and delicate, with fresh, floral notes that fill the air with its intoxicating fragrance. Its perfume evokes a sense of calm and serenity, transporting those who inhale it to a state of inner peace.

Cultivation:

Winter Star is an adaptable flower that thrives in cool climates and well-drained soils. It prefers indirect sunlight and requires moderate watering to maintain its health and beauty. It is a lovely addition to winter gardens and floral arrangements, adding a touch of grace and sophistication to any space. Winter Star, with its heavenly beauty and poignant symbolism, is a flower that leaves a lasting impression on those who have the privilege of beholding it, reminding them of the magic and beauty found in nature itself.

Cassia

Description:

Cassia is a spice prized throughout the kingdom, known for its warm, sweet flavor and enveloping aroma. Unlike the cinnamon of our world, Cassia comes from the golden filaments of the roots of a magical shrub known as the Oxpa Bush. This shrub flourishes in the innermost reaches of enchanted forests and is jealously guarded by the creatures of the forest because of its unique properties.

Origin and Harvesting:

The Oxpa Shrub grows in soils rich in magic, and its roots extend deep into the earth, absorbing the magical energy of the environment. During the full moon, golden filaments emerge from the roots and glow with a soft light. It is at this time that the collectors, known as "Guardians of the Cassia" carefully cut the filaments, which solidify and take their characteristic shape on contact with the air.

Uses and Properties:

In addition to its use in cooking for aromatizing and flavoring various dishes and beverages, Cassia is known for its magical properties. It is said that a tea made with Cassia can strengthen the spirit and provide a sense of calm and well-being. In alchemy, it is an essential ingredient for protection and healing potions. It is also used in magical rituals because of its ability to channel and amplify magical energy.

Culture and Tradition:

In many cultures throughout the kingdom, Cassia is a symbol of prosperity and good fortune. During festivals, Cassia is burned in homes to attract blessings and ward off evil spirits. The Guardians of Cassia, who dedicate their lives to protecting and collecting this precious spice, are highly respected and considered wise in the art of nature magic.

Rava Fruit

Description:

Rava fruit is a curious and dangerous specimen of flora, known for its deceptively attractive appearance. This medium-sized fruit, usually about the size of an apple, has a smooth, shiny shell that varies in color from vibrant orange to deep red as it ripens. Its surface, while seductive, hides a poison deadly to most species, making it a feared presence in the wild.

Appearance:

The interior of the Rava fruit reveals a juicy, amber-colored pulp, which emits a sweet, enticing aroma. Despite its appetizing appearance, this juice is loaded with toxins that are lethal to most creatures. The only visible warning of its dangerous nature is the small black spots that may appear on its peel when fully ripe.

Toxicity:

Rava fruit is extremely poisonous to most species, with few exceptions. Among beasts, only a few can consume it without harm, while among intelligent beings, only the Revant tribe and a specific race of Teriants have evolved the ability to digest the poison without adverse effects. To the Revant, the Rava fruit is a delicacy; its taste is described as exceptionally sweet and fresh, and it is so addictive that it has become a sought-after pleasure among them.

Uses:

Despite its dangerousness, the Rava fruit has found its way into certain practices. Some brave and knowledgeable individuals use it to create exotic liqueurs, although very few are willing to take the risk due to its poisonous nature. In addition, the Rava fruit has considerable value in alchemy, where its poison is a key ingredient in the creation of certain types of potent toxins and poisons, used in both medicine and combat.

Algabia

Description:

Algabia is a vegetable noted for its unique blend of characteristics that make it a versatile and prized ingredient in the kitchen. It presents itself as a cluster of large, vibrant leaves, with a deep green hue that is accentuated by a silvery hue on the reverse side of each leaf, giving it an exotic and attractive appearance. This combination of colors and textures not only makes it visually appealing but also appetizing and versatile in its culinary use.

Appearance:

Each Algabia leaf is large, crisp, and possesses a natural sheen that highlights its freshness. The silvery hue on the reverse side of the leaves adds a touch of sophistication and rarity. The stem is robust and shares the same vibrancy in its coloration, extending from the base of the bunch to the edge of the leaves.

Flavor and Uses:

The flavor of Algabia is a perfect balance of fresh and sweet. Its leaves have a taste that evokes a cross between spinach and artichoke heart, bringing a slightly sweet freshness that complements a wide variety of dishes. Its stem, while sharing the sweetness of the leaves, offers a slightly milder flavor with a hint of spiciness, similar to turnip, making it an excellent ingredient for adding depth of flavor to soups, stews, and casseroles.

Wild Bortan

Animal similar to a giant iguana. In the wild they tend to grow very large, reaching 150 cm in height, and 4 meters in length. Adventurers often seek them as prey for recurring quests. The fat extracted from their bodies is frequently used to create lard for cooking. Their meat is quite juicy and possesses a slightly spicy flavor.

Description:

The Wild Bortan is an imposing creature that shares similarities with giant iguanas but with even more impressive dimensions. Its body is muscular and robust, covered in thick scales that vary in shades of green, brown, and gray, providing it with effective camouflage in its natural environment.

Size:

In the wild, Bortan often grows considerably, reaching heights up to 150 cm and lengths exceeding 4 meters. These colossal dimensions make them an imposing presence in their habitat.

Behavior:

Wild Bortans are territorial creatures and are usually found in densely wooded forested areas or rocky uplands. They are solitary by nature and are rarely seen in groups unless it is mating season.

Utility:

These creatures are highly valued by adventurers and hunters, who seek them out as prey on recurring missions due to their impressive size and the challenging hunt they represent. In addition, the fat extracted from their bodies is used to create a highly sought-after cooking lard due to its distinctive quality and flavor. The wild Bortan is not only prized for its meat and fat but also for its scales, which have a surprising versatility. These tough and durable scales are valued in the manufacture of armor, providing natural protection against blows and cuts. However, their most common use is in the fields of alchemy and construction.

When the flakes of wild Bortan are ground into a fine powder that acts as an exceptionally strong mortar, ideal for the construction of stone buildings. This alchemical mortar, known for its ability to bind stone blocks together with unparalleled strength, has been key in the construction of durable structures and monuments that have stood the test of time. Its use in alchemy is also prominent, as the magical properties inherent in the flakes can be activated in various formulas, bringing strength and stability to potions and other alchemical concoctions.

Meat:

Bortan meat is considered a delicacy among culinary connoisseurs. It is exceptionally juicy and tender, with a unique flavor that combines earthy notes with a slightly spicy touch, making it a prized ingredient in local cuisine.

Eku

Description:

The Eku is a majestic bipedal bird that evokes the image of speed and elegance in motion. With an average height of 2 meters and alphas reaching 4 meters, these slender animals stand out for their muscular legs, which allow them to reach impressive speeds of up to 250 km/h and maneuver with an agility that rivals that of any horse.

Appearance:

Covered in feathers of various colors and with varied designs, Eku is a true visual spectacle. Their plumage can present a wide range of hues, from vibrant reds and yellows to more subtle shades of blue and green. Although they possess wings, these are more decorative than functional and are rarely used for flight, although they have been known to glide for short periods despite their considerable weight, which can reach up to 180 kg.

Behavior:

Eku are usually draught animals, harnessing their power and speed to perform a variety of tasks. However, they are also loyal and sociable companions, capable of developing strong bonds with their masters. They are solitary birds, rarely found in groups of more than 10 individuals, and tend to form family units. Although territorial during mating seasons, they are passive most of the time.

Interactions with other species:

Eku is not averse to coexisting with other species but shows a clear hierarchy when dealing with species that exceed their size or weight. They are quite sociable with humanoid species, developing strong bonds with their masters and treating them as they would their mates in the wild. They will defend and protect their masters with devotion, just as they would their mates in the wild.

Self-care:

Eku are naturally clean animals and devote a significant part of their day to preening their feathers. They also enjoy the care they receive from their masters, who often help them in this task. In addition, they often give their feathers as gifts to those they cherish and treat their masters' offspring as their own, showing a protective and paternal instinct towards them.

The Eku, with its unique combination of beauty, speed, and loyalty, is an invaluable companion for those who are privileged to have its friendship and companionship.