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4.8 KiB
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65 lines
4.8 KiB
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Humans are one of the most widespread and adaptable species in the world. Unlike the long-lived [[Elves|elves]] or the deeply rooted traditions of the [[Dwarves|dwarves]], humans are known for their ambition, versatility, and resilience. They have built sprawling cities, nomadic clans, and warrior societies across every type of terrain, from icy tundras to burning deserts. While some civilizations have thrived for centuries, others rise and fall within a generation.
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Human societies vary greatly depending on geography, with cultures shaped by their environment and history. Some value honor and warfare, while others prioritize trade, scholarship, or survivalism.
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Humans are the most recent species to evolve across Baltun'ia. Commonly though of as the equivalent of "rats", or unsavory vermin, throughout the realm. These feelings are beginning to wain as their habitation and spread throughout the land becomes more permanent every year.
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### Regions
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- [[Dragabri]] - Hardy miners, forge-masters, and warriors who endure the volcanic heat.
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- [[Falduhir]] - Highland clans and traders navigating the mountainous passes.
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- [[Hildywilde]] - Swamp-dwellers living in isolated villages, relying on boats and druidic traditions.
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- [[Ignmar]] - Desert wanderers and mountain dwellers, surviving on scarce resources.
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- [[Jessergate]] - Prosperous delta-dwellers, merchants, and sailors dominating trade routes.
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- [[Mimfjell]] - Rugged Northlanders surviving the frozen wastes, skilled in combat and endurance.
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- [[Southlands]] - Island-dwellers and seafarers who master oceanic trade and exploration.
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- [[Stoffen]] - Pastoral communities and agrarian societies spread across the plains.
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- [[Talaar Plains]] - Nomadic tribes following game migrations, skilled in mounted combat.
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- [[The Arids]] - Desert nomads and merchant caravans navigating the harsh dunes.
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- [[The Weald]] - Isolated mountain communities and survivalists mastering the wild terrain.
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- [[Weinmark]] - Large farming communities and burgeoning city-states at the crossroads of trade.
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- [[Westfront]] - Hardy tundra-dwellers and raiders who battle against the elements for survival.
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### Names
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Human names vary by culture, but many follow these broad trends:
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- **Northlander Names (Mimfjell, Falduhir, Westfront, Weald)**
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- Male: Bjorn, Eirik, Rurik, Halvar, Sten
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- Female: Ingrid, Astrid, Solveig, Freya, Sigrun
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- Surnames: Iceborn, Stormrider, Wolfbane, Fjordsson, Thundermane
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- **Southern & Desert Names (Ignmar, Arids, Southlands, Hindywilde)**
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- Male: Jibran, Tariq, Rashid, Kasim, Fahim
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- Female: Amina, Safiya, Zahra, Yasira, Layla
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- Surnames: Al-Rashid, Bahar, Zaydan, Samara, Al-Nasir
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- **Central & Plains Names (Weinmark, Talaar Plains, Stoffen, Jessergate)**
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- Male: Thomas, Willem, Aldric, Roderic, Edmund
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- Female: Eleanor, Giselle, Brigid, Marian, Livia
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- Surnames: Whitestone, Fairbrook, Greenfield, Easton, Alden
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### Traits
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- **Adaptive Survivors** – Humans can thrive in almost any environment, from volcanic mountains to icy tundras.
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- **Ambitious & Driven** – Human societies expand rapidly, constantly seeking new lands, resources, and advancements.
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- **Diverse Cultures** – Unlike other races bound by ancestral traditions, humans form distinct cultures based on region and history.
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- **Fast Learners** – While not naturally gifted in magic or combat, humans make up for it with rapid learning and flexibility.
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- **Socially Dynamic** – They form kingdoms, guilds, mercenary companies, and religious orders that shape the world around them.
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### Species Variants
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Humans have no direct "subspecies," but different **ethnic and cultural groups** shape their traits:
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- **Southerners** (Ignmar, Arids, Hindywilde, Southlands) – Desert nomads, island traders, and mystics who harness knowledge of the land.
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- **Nomads** (Talaar Plains, Stoffen, Jessergate) – Horse-riding clans, merchant-princes, and open-plain wanderers mastering speed and endurance.
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#### Customs and Culture
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While human cultures vary widely, common customs emerge:
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- **Honoring Ancestors** – Many human groups keep oral histories, family crests, or sacred burial sites for their ancestors.
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- **Trial of Adulthood** – Some cultures require a coming-of-age test, such as surviving alone in the wilds, slaying a beast, or enduring a rite of passage.
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- **Feasting & Festivals** – Celebrations are a vital part of human life, marking the seasons, victories, or religious observances.
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- **Honor & Oaths** – Many humans place great value on sworn oaths, whether for knighthood, merchant contracts, or familial bonds.
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- **Trade & War** – Humans are both skilled merchants and fierce warriors, often forming empires, alliances, and rivalries.
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#### Languages Spoken
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- [[Common]] - some regional dialects of common combine components of surrounding languages including [[Elvish]], [[Dwarvish]], and the like.
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