Human
"Versatile, Ambitious, and Resilient"
Starting Attributes
Physical Traits
Of all the races in Elara, Humans are the most physically diverse. Their skin tones range from the deep ebon of the southern dunes to the pale ivory of the northern peaks. They stand anywhere from 5 to 6 feet tall, with builds that vary from slender and agile to broad and muscular.
Unlike the Fae or Eladrin, humans lack innate magical bioluminescence or hardened scales, but they compensate with remarkable endurance. Their eyes come in every color of the spectrum, sometimes hinting at distant magical ancestry. They mature quickly, reaching adulthood by 18, and rarely live past a century—a shorter span than most of the elder races.
Social Interactions
Humans are community-builders by nature. Where the Sylvans merge with the forest, Humans shape the stone and wood to suit their needs. They congregate in bustling cities and fortified towns, driven by a need for commerce, governance, and social hierarchy.
They are known as the great diplomats of the realm, often serving as the bridge between the stoic Draconians and the flighty Fae. However, this adaptability can be viewed as inconsistency; to an ancient Eladrin, a Human's loyalty may seem as fleeting as their lifespan. They value reputation and lineage, often striving to build legacies that will outlast their time in the world.
World View
"Opportunity is everywhere, and we must make the moment matter."
Humans are strongly driven by Ambition. They are the explorers who sail the uncharted mists and the scholars who dare to open forbidden tomes. They view the world not as a static garden to be preserved, but as a puzzle to be solved and improved.
While some races view magic with reverence or fear, Humans view it as a tool—dangerous, yes, but capable of elevating their civilization. This hunger for progress is their greatest strength and their most dangerous flaw.