Nefortu - Revision history

Undaedalus at 19:29, 26 February 2024

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	!colspan="2" style="background:#ed668c; text-align:center"\| '''Overview'''		!colspan="2" style="background:#ed668c; text-align:center"\| '''Overview'''
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	\| '''STR''' \|\| 17		\| '''[[STR]]''' \|\| 17
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	\| '''INT''' \|\| 23		\| '''[[INT]]''' \|\| 23
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	\| '''WIS''' \|\| 17		\| '''[[WIS]]''' \|\| 17
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	\| '''DEX''' \|\| 25		\| '''[[DEX]]''' \|\| 25
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	\| '''CON''' \|\| 23		\| '''[[CON]]''' \|\| 23
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	\| '''CHR''' \|\| 17		\| '''[[CHR]]''' \|\| 17
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	\| '''[[Resist]]s''' \|\| [[Pierce]]		\| '''[[Resist]]s''' \|\| [[Pierce]]

Aeoleri at 05:52, 16 February 2024

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	\| '''CHR''' \|\| 17		\| '''CHR''' \|\| 17
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	\| '''[[Resist]]s''' \|\| [[~~Light~~]]		\| '''[[Resist]]s''' \|\| [[Pierce]]
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	\| '''[[Vulnerable]]''' \|\| [[Sonic]]		\| '''[[Vulnerable]]''' \|\| [[Sonic]]

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	\| '''[[Vulnerable]]''' \|\| [[Sonic]]		\| '''[[Vulnerable]]''' \|\| [[Sonic]]
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			\| '''Bonus''' \|\| +2 move per level
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	\| '''Special''' \|\| [[Flight]], [[small size]]		\| '''Special''' \|\| [[Flight]], [[small size]]
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	~~\| '''Bonus''' \|\| +2 move per level~~
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Aeoleri at 05:47, 16 February 2024

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	\| '''STR''' \|\| 17		\| '''STR''' \|\| 17
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	\| '''Special''' \|\| [[Flight]], [[small size]]		\| '''Special''' \|\| [[Flight]], [[small size]]
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			\| '''Bonus''' \|\| +2 move per level
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Elanthe at 04:37, 1 February 2024

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	== Culture ==		== Culture ==

	While many are born within cities both near and abroad, the majority of nefortu claim heritage in the sea-cave of [[Rahh-Nefor]] or the city of [[Kohlis]] under [[Mount Enrien]]. In nefortean cities, families of unrelated adults ~~live~~ in ~~niches in the cave wall~~, while children are raised by creche matrons.		While many are born within cities both near and abroad, the majority of nefortu claim heritage in the sea-cave of [[Rahh-Nefor]] or the city of [[Kohlis]] under [[Mount Enrien]]. In nefortean cities, large families of related and unrelated adults share living and sleeping quarters in a communal fashion, while children are raised by creche matrons.

	In ~~the~~ cities, nefortu have found a niche in commerce~~. Worshipers~~ of [[Ayaunj]] ~~tend to be sticklers for contracts, while [[Tzajai\|Tzajai’s]] followers~~ are ~~often involved in scams and cons~~. While the nefortu collect coin as a bit of a game, others view their tricks with less joviality. Prejudice arises from the culture clash, and even a respectable, law-abiding nefortu may find themself faced with accusations of fraud and malicious intent.		In human and aelin cities, nefortu have largely found a niche in commerce, and the majority of [[Ayaunj]]'s barrister-priests are nefortu. While the nefortu collect coin as a bit of a game, others view their tricks with less joviality. Prejudice arises from the culture clash, and even a respectable, law-abiding nefortu may find themself faced with accusations of fraud and malicious intent.

	== Religion ==		== Religion ==

Elanthe at 05:26, 31 January 2024

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	== Culture ==		== Culture ==

	While many are born within cities both near and abroad, the majority of nefortu claim heritage in the sea-cave of Rahh-Nefor. ~~Families~~ of unrelated adults live in niches in the cave wall, while children are raised by creche matrons.		While many are born within cities both near and abroad, the majority of nefortu claim heritage in the sea-cave of [[Rahh-Nefor]] or the city of [[Kohlis]] under [[Mount Enrien]]. In nefortean cities, families of unrelated adults live in niches in the cave wall, while children are raised by creche matrons.

	In the cities, nefortu have found a niche in commerce. Worshipers of [[Ayaunj]] tend to be sticklers for contracts, while [[Tzajai\|Tzajai’s]] followers are often involved in scams and cons. While the nefortu collect coin as a bit of a game, others view their tricks with less joviality. Prejudice arises from the culture clash, and even a respectable, law-abiding nefortu may find themself faced with accusations of fraud and malicious intent.		In the cities, nefortu have found a niche in commerce. Worshipers of [[Ayaunj]] tend to be sticklers for contracts, while [[Tzajai\|Tzajai’s]] followers are often involved in scams and cons. While the nefortu collect coin as a bit of a game, others view their tricks with less joviality. Prejudice arises from the culture clash, and even a respectable, law-abiding nefortu may find themself faced with accusations of fraud and malicious intent.

Elanthe at 05:22, 31 January 2024

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	The nefortu are the smallest sapient species, averaging about four feet tall. Most are covered in a layer of fine, soft fur in a range of colours comparable to their chiropteran cousins. Some populations of nefortu are instead hairless, their skin color ranging from brown to black. All nefortu have large ridged ears which are particularly sensitive to sound, and their auditory range is the broadest of all lineages. They have universally dark eyes with no visible sclera and the ability to fly using large, leathery wings.		The nefortu are the smallest sapient species, averaging about four feet tall. Most are covered in a layer of fine, soft fur in a range of colours comparable to their chiropteran cousins. Some populations of nefortu are instead hairless, their skin color ranging from brown to black. All nefortu have large ridged ears which are particularly sensitive to sound, and their auditory range is the broadest of all lineages. They have universally dark eyes with no visible sclera and the ability to fly using large, leathery wings.

	Anatomically the nefortu are similar to the bats they superficially resemble. Their wings are webbed and leathery and their shape rounded, enabling slower, more maneuverable flight, ideal for the subterranean and heavily forested environments they tend to settle in. Skeletally, their wings are a set of secondary forelimbs positioned beneath the scapula that have adapted into elongated digits. Resemblances to the wings of certain iconic demons has been noted in many ~~literature~~, and has contributed to stereotypes that the nefortu are inherently sinister in some fashion, but nefortu have no especial relationship with the [[Void]] or [[demon]]kind.		Anatomically the nefortu are similar to the bats they superficially resemble. Their wings are webbed and leathery and their shape rounded, enabling slower, more maneuverable flight, ideal for the subterranean and heavily forested environments they tend to settle in. Skeletally, their wings are a set of secondary forelimbs positioned beneath the scapula that have adapted into elongated digits. Resemblances to the wings of certain iconic demons has been noted by many, and has contributed to stereotypes that the nefortu are inherently sinister in some fashion, but nefortu have no especial relationship with the [[Void]] or [[demon]]kind.

	The aural and olfactory senses of the nefortu are above average, and there are a number of specialized structures in the sinus and brain devoted to augmenting or enhancing these senses. Conversely, nefortu tend to have the highest rates of myopia, degenerative cataracts, and deuteranopia; more than half of all nefortu are effectively blind by age 30, and colorblindness is so common that it is not considered notable. However, their unique aural and olfactory adaptations provide near-full compensation for their lack of vision, and these qualities appear to possess unusual resilience in the face of senescence. As a nefortu's vision degenerates, the boundaries with these other senses "blur"; it is not uncommon for middle aged and elderly nefortu to develop a kind of synesthaesia, seamlessly integrated with their visual perception.		The aural and olfactory senses of the nefortu are above average, and there are a number of specialized structures in the sinus and brain devoted to augmenting or enhancing these senses. Conversely, nefortu tend to have the highest rates of myopia, degenerative cataracts, and deuteranopia; more than half of all nefortu are effectively blind by age 30, and colorblindness is so common that it is not considered notable. However, their unique aural and olfactory adaptations provide near-full compensation for their lack of vision, and these qualities appear to possess unusual resilience in the face of senescence. As a nefortu's vision degenerates, the boundaries with these other senses "blur"; it is not uncommon for middle aged and elderly nefortu to develop a kind of synesthaesia, seamlessly integrated with their visual perception.

Elanthe at 05:20, 31 January 2024

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	== Biology ==		== Biology ==

	The nefortu are the smallest sapient species, averaging about four feet tall. Most are covered in a layer of fine, soft fur in a range of colours comparable to their chiropteran cousins. Some populations of nefortu are instead hairless, their skin color ranging from brown to black. All nefortu have large ridged ears which are particularly sensitive to sound~~, dark eyes with no visible sclera~~, and their auditory range is the broadest of all lineages. They have the ability to fly using large, leathery wings.		The nefortu are the smallest sapient species, averaging about four feet tall. Most are covered in a layer of fine, soft fur in a range of colours comparable to their chiropteran cousins. Some populations of nefortu are instead hairless, their skin color ranging from brown to black. All nefortu have large ridged ears which are particularly sensitive to sound, and their auditory range is the broadest of all lineages. They have universally dark eyes with no visible sclera and the ability to fly using large, leathery wings.

	Anatomically the nefortu are similar to the bats they superficially resemble. Their wings are webbed and leathery and their shape rounded, enabling slower, more maneuverable flight, ideal for the subterranean and heavily forested environments they tend to settle in. Skeletally, their wings are a set of secondary forelimbs positioned beneath the scapula that have adapted into elongated digits. Resemblances to the wings of certain iconic demons has been noted in many literature, and has contributed to stereotypes that the nefortu are inherently sinister in some fashion, but nefortu have no especial relationship with the [[Void]] or [[demon]]kind.		Anatomically the nefortu are similar to the bats they superficially resemble. Their wings are webbed and leathery and their shape rounded, enabling slower, more maneuverable flight, ideal for the subterranean and heavily forested environments they tend to settle in. Skeletally, their wings are a set of secondary forelimbs positioned beneath the scapula that have adapted into elongated digits. Resemblances to the wings of certain iconic demons has been noted in many literature, and has contributed to stereotypes that the nefortu are inherently sinister in some fashion, but nefortu have no especial relationship with the [[Void]] or [[demon]]kind.

Elanthe at 05:19, 31 January 2024

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	The nefortu are a cavern-dwelling ~~race speculated~~ to share a distant ancestor with common bats. Hardy and intelligent, the nefortu have carved a niche for themselves as merchants throughout Avendar. ~~While many are born within cities both near and abroad, the majority of nefortu claim heritage in the dank caves of Rahh-Nefor.~~		The nefortu are a cavern- and forest-dwelling species thought to share a distant ancestor with common bats. Hardy and intelligent, the nefortu have carved a niche for themselves as canny and meticulous merchants throughout Avendar.

	== ~~Appearance~~ ==		== Biology ==

	The nefortu are the smallest ~~of the mortal races~~, averaging about four feet tall. ~~Their bodies~~ are hairless ~~and leathery~~, their skin color ranging from brown to black. ~~The~~ nefortu have ~~long, pointed~~ ears which are particularly sensitive to sound, ~~making them keen to~~ the ~~chittering~~ of ~~their fellows and pained by loud noises~~. They have ~~retained~~ the ability to fly using large, leathery wings.		The nefortu are the smallest sapient species, averaging about four feet tall. Most are covered in a layer of fine, soft fur in a range of colours comparable to their chiropteran cousins. Some populations of nefortu are instead hairless, their skin color ranging from brown to black. All nefortu have large ridged ears which are particularly sensitive to sound, dark eyes with no visible sclera, and their auditory range is the broadest of all lineages. They have the ability to fly using large, leathery wings.

	~~==== Example Descriptions ====~~		Anatomically the nefortu are similar to the bats they superficially resemble. Their wings are webbed and leathery and their shape rounded, enabling slower, more maneuverable flight, ideal for the subterranean and heavily forested environments they tend to settle in. Skeletally, their wings are a set of secondary forelimbs positioned beneath the scapula that have adapted into elongated digits. Resemblances to the wings of certain iconic demons has been noted in many literature, and has contributed to stereotypes that the nefortu are inherently sinister in some fashion, but nefortu have no especial relationship with the [[Void]] or [[demon]]kind.

	~~Below~~ are ~~sample descriptions from NPCs~~ and ~~past player characters~~. ~~These descriptions~~ are for ~~reference only~~; ~~you should~~ not ~~use them~~ for ~~your characters~~.		The aural and olfactory senses of the nefortu are above average, and there are a number of specialized structures in the sinus and brain devoted to augmenting or enhancing these senses. Conversely, nefortu tend to have the highest rates of myopia, degenerative cataracts, and deuteranopia; more than half of all nefortu are effectively blind by age 30, and colorblindness is so common that it is not considered notable. However, their unique aural and olfactory adaptations provide near-full compensation for their lack of vision, and these qualities appear to possess unusual resilience in the face of senescence. As a nefortu's vision degenerates, the boundaries with these other senses "blur"; it is not uncommon for middle aged and elderly nefortu to develop a kind of synesthaesia, seamlessly integrated with their visual perception.

	~~''Ajziz, Water/Void Guildmaster''~~		== Culture ==

	~~This dark brown nefortu is far-better dressed than their surroundings would suggest: they wear expensive, intricately-embroidered silks and tasteful crystal~~ and ~~silver jewelry pierced through their ears~~, ~~nose, and lower lip. The source~~ of ~~Ajziz Laan’s obvious wealth is a minor point of local notoriety; they have a reputation of healing for pay with very few questions asked, making them popular~~ in ~~a part~~ of ~~Earendam that might not have the means or desire to seek out Salyra’s official healers~~. ~~Whispers swirl about their association with both the Casidian House and the Company~~ of the ~~Serpent~~, organizations with definite interests in secrecy that extend far beyond social politics. Little if anything can be proven, and their work benefits enough of the local residents that their license to practice continually remains in good standing.		While many are born within cities both near and abroad, the majority of nefortu claim heritage in the sea-cave of Rahh-Nefor. Families of unrelated adults live in niches in the cave wall, while children are raised by creche matrons.

	~~== Culture ==~~		In the cities, nefortu have found a niche in commerce. Worshipers of [[Ayaunj]] tend to be sticklers for contracts, while [[Tzajai\|Tzajai’s]] followers are often involved in scams and cons. While the nefortu collect coin as a bit of a game, others view their tricks with less joviality. Prejudice arises from the culture clash, and even a respectable, law-abiding nefortu may find themself faced with accusations of fraud and malicious intent.
	~~Known far and wide as tricksters~~, ~~the deceptions~~ of the nefortu ~~are often malevolent~~. ~~They may not be good aligned~~, ~~but~~ may ~~be neutral or evil~~ and ~~of any ethos~~.
	==~~== Rahh-Nefor ==~~==		== Religion ==

	~~The sea-cave of Rahh-Nefor currently holds the largest majority population of nefortu. Families of adults live in niches in the cave wall, while the young are raised by the creche matron Kalilaqa.~~		== History ==
	~~==== Wheeling and Dealing~~ ====

	In the cities, nefortu have found a niche in commerce. Worshipers of [[Ayaunj]] tend to be sticklers for contracts, while [[Tzajai\|Tzajai’s]] followers are often involved in scams and cons. While the nefortu collect coin as a bit of a game, others view their tricks with less joviality. Prejudice arises from the culture clash, and even a respectable, law-abiding nefortu may find themself faced with accusations of fraud and malicious intent.
	[[Category:nefortu]][[Category:Lineage]]		[[Category:nefortu]][[Category:Lineage]]

Aeoleri at 19:07, 30 January 2024

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	In the cities, nefortu have found a niche in commerce. Worshipers of [[Ayaunj]] tend to be sticklers for contracts, while [[Tzajai\|Tzajai’s]] followers are often involved in scams and cons. While the nefortu collect coin as a bit of a game, others view their tricks with less joviality. Prejudice arises from the culture clash, and even a respectable, law-abiding nefortu may find themself faced with accusations of fraud and malicious intent.		In the cities, nefortu have found a niche in commerce. Worshipers of [[Ayaunj]] tend to be sticklers for contracts, while [[Tzajai\|Tzajai’s]] followers are often involved in scams and cons. While the nefortu collect coin as a bit of a game, others view their tricks with less joviality. Prejudice arises from the culture clash, and even a respectable, law-abiding nefortu may find themself faced with accusations of fraud and malicious intent.
	[[Category:~~People~~]]		[[Category:nefortu]][[Category:Lineage]]