Kitsune
In the vast woodlands of the north is an ancient race of demi-humans. Through origins wrapped in myth and legend, these people gained the power of the fox spirit, gifting them several mystical powers and animal like qualities. The most obvious features of the Kitsune are there fox-like ears and tails, as well as there ability to morph into foxes when they so desire.

Their bodies are usually more fragile than that of other races but their minds are much wiser to the world, possessing a great deal of knowledge and sagely wisdom. Due to their culture and close ties to each other, the Kitsune prefer to remain in their forests but have been known to venture out into the world from time to time.

Visual Features
Fox ears
Fox tails (Males have one, females can have either one or nine)
Often have colourful markings painted onto the body
Amber/Golden or occasionally silver eyes

Pros
Superior awareness (Vision and hearing)
Agile
Natural beauty
Warm and fuzzy tail

Cons
Inferior strength
Inferior endurance
Disliked by some and shunned
Tail can get in the way



Daemon
The demon race of the south. Daemon's resembled their ancestors with horns of various sizes and shapes as well as pointed tails and some still possessing small leathery wings. Whilst not all Daemon's have every one of their races qualities, they usually have at least one.

Although they possess superior strength and dexterity, their endurance and intelligence is often lacking. Whilst by no means being less intelligent that a human, they do not match the intelligence of a few older races.

Visual Features
Horns
Leathery wings
Pointed Tail
Crimson eyes
White, red or black hair (Other colours are uncommon but possible)

Pros
Superior strength
Superior dexterity
Can fly

Cons
Inferior endurance
Inferior intelligence
Shunned by most societies



Humans
Residing in the western plains, the humans are one of the youngest races in Telaria but by no means incompetent. Whilst they are rather average in general they do possess amazing creativity and survival instincts, allowing them to adapt to most situations with little cost.

Whilst they have no distinct features to aid them, they focus on mastering crafts and often become great merchants or crafters. Their neutral stance on the world often sets them apart from the other races and has allowed them to expand into many towns and cities, selling their trade through Telaria.

Visual Features
No noteworthy features

Pros
Capable of fulfilling most roles
Capable warriors and crafters
Excel at diplomacy
Incredibly charismatic

Cons
Average intelligence
Lacking wisdom
Often selfish
Rivalries with several of the less “appealing” races



Half-Giants
Half-Giants have lived in the east for longer than anyone can remember, their sheer size, strength and endurance allowing them to survive through whatever is thrown at them. They are very conservative however and often spend their entire lives within a small tribe, never leaving to see the wider world. The race is self sufficient and remains at controllable levels.

Other than their impressive size, Half-Giants are often covered in tribal markings and carry with them large clubs or other basic weapons. Whilst more advanced weapons do exist, many prefer simplicity.

Visual Features
Stand around 8-12ft

Pros
Superior strength
Superior endurance
Cons
Often feared for their size
Sometimes confused for monsters in the wild
Inferior intelligence
Inferior dexterity



Wildling
Small creatures which reside in the centre of Telaria. They are believed to be wild in nature and are often avoided by all means. Whilst this is true of some who still follow ancient traditions and customs, not all act like there wilder members. Those that live near the borders of each kingdom tend to embrace the culture of other races and get along with them well.

Although some may not trust you straight away, those that do will often form strong bonds with Wildlings, gaining reliable friends and enjoyable company.

Visual Features
Small, around 2-4ft
Look like mini humans effectively
Those that live with Kitsune wear fake ears and tails
Those that live with Daemons wear fake horns, tails and wings

Pros
Social and friendly or wild and vicious
Reliable
Superior dexterity
Superior Charisma

Cons
Inferior Strength
Inferior Endurance
Small and sometimes missed, stood on/knocked about
When met for the first time in the wild, people tend to be cautious in dealing with them.



Fae
Rumoured to be whimsically pixies who steal children in the night, their glade is left untouched by the world, in fear of provoking the rumours into existence. In contrary to the rumours, the Fae are actually peace loving and kind. They come in various forms, from Pixies to Nixies.

The inhabitants of the glade are known as the High Fae, the most elegant of their kind and often thought to the the wisest. Those that live in the northern forests are pixies, more mischievous but still pure of heart. The Nixies reside on the southern coast and around large ponds in the west.

Visual Features
Small
Delicate butterfly like wings
Pointed ears

Pros
Superior intelligence
Superior dexterity
Small and agile
Surprisingly wise

Cons
Inferior strength
Inferior endurance
Can be crushed if caught off guard
Often a bad reputation to those who have never met them before



Dryad
Resembling Humans, the Dryads are an all female race. Told apart by their green tinted skin and earth coloured hair, they embrace their natural lineage and clothe themselves in beautiful garments made from cloth and leaves.

Whilst no one knows where they come from, it has been established that this long living race is limited in number and steadily decreasing with each passing century. A dryad is truly a rare site in the current era but are most likely to be found in the northern forests.

Visual Features
Green tinted skin (Can be a darker green or a less noticeable green)
Earth coloured hair, often decorated with leaves
Cloth and leaf clothes
Female

Pros
Superior wisdom
Superior intelligence
Agile
Vast knowledge of the forests

Cons
Inferior endurance
Inferior charisma
Heightened fear of being set alight



Dwarf
Dwellers of the many caves and underground passes in the east, they share the land with Half-Giants, enjoying a mostly peaceful life. They engage in trading with the Half-Giants often and tend to get along with them.

Despite their short height, they are hardy folk with a great skill for a variety of crafts and resource collecting, not to mention they can hold their drink much better than most.

Visual Features
Short
Bearded
Human like in appearance


Pros
Superior strength
Superior endurance
Great crafters
Great miners

Cons
Inferior wisdom
Inferior dexterity
Slower movement
Long beards can be difficult to maintain



Satyr
Residents of the plains, living on the border of the northern forests. Satyrs possess the upper body of a male human and the lower body of a goat. They roam the forests for food and set up small camps along the border of the plains. They have had many bad experiences with the Wildlings that roam the centre of the plains and due to this are often not trusting of any Wilding they come across. It is said they have a weak spot for the Dryads.

Whilst they prefer to use rather basic tools such as spears and bows, Satyrs have been known to also wield sword and shield when called to guard their lands from any threat that may arise.

Visual Features
Part human, part goat
Slightly shorter than the average human

Pros
Superior strength
Superior dexterity
Relatively fast

Cons
Inferior charisma
Inferior intelligence
Dislike most clothing



Centaur
Kings and queens of the plains, the Centaur's roam the wilds continuously. They hunt the wild creatures for food using expert bow skills. Being four legged they are extremely fast and very steady on their feet as well as strong enough to carry two people on their back.

Whilst their strength as a group is almost unmatched, their individual ability is lesser than that of most. They are swift and capable scouts but rely on their tribe to be effective against those who challenge them.

Visual Features
Half human, half horse
Large and well build

Pros
Superior dexterity
Superior charisma
Very fast

Cons
Inferior intelligence
Inferior wisdom
Lacks individual ability

Key Locations

Northern Forest
A tranquil forest located the at the northern most point of the continent. It covers a large expanse of land and is filled with a variety of creatures and plants. Although it boasts beautiful scenery, it is also a dangerous area due to the many guardians who have sworn to protect the land from hunters who may have been enticed by the hunting potential hidden away here.

Ellundril
The capital of the Northern Forest. It is primarily inhabited by humanoid races such as the Kitsune and the Dryads. These two races, along with a few others, work hard to maintain peace within the city. The council avoids military action when possible and has worked hard to achieve a prosperous peace for the entire land.

Market stalls and shops line the streets as people go about their daily business. In the centre of the city is a large tree in which the council goes about its duties. Towards the outskirts of the town several inns and trading posts as well as what remains of the Ellundril barracks. The rest of the city is mainly residential with services spread throughout.

Arathil
The ruins of a the once great town is now home to little more than a trading post, an inn and several small houses. Arathil is located on the border of the Northern Forest. The ruins are a popular destination for both locals and those who choose to travel from further afield. It is said that the town was burned to the ground by an ancient form of fire magic which leaves no burn marks or ash, merely stubs of buildings and ruined pathways.

Glade Isle
A series of floating islands which lie deep within the northern forest. Whilst they have a long lineage, their appearance would make anyone think differently. Currently home to the Northern Druids, the islands boast large towers and expensive décor. Only one island has been left untouched by the druids in order for them to meditate and truly learn to become one with nature.

Eastern Ridge
A line of mountains cuts across the entirety of the eastern continent, separating it from the rest of the world. Although passable, many choose to avoids its treacherous passes and ancient tunnels. Beneath the mountains live the dwarfs whilst the half-giants roam the rocky plains beyond them.

Vendragar
The Dwarven capital, located deep beneath the Eastern Ridge. Unlike other Dwarven towns and villages which start in front of the mountains and work back into them, Vendragar is built entirely underground, linked to via tunnels from some of the main towns and villages of the Eastern Ridge.

The edge of the town has tunnels and rails to various towns and villages whilst the centre is a trading district. Between the trading district and the tunnels, is the residential district. Whilst in the mining towns there is a feeling of individualism and isolation, the city does not reflect this in anyway with a large community spirit throughout the city.


Margolor
A large trading town located on the east side of the Eastern Ridge. From this town, the Dwarves engage in trade with the Half-Giants, exporting large amounts of ores and ingots in exchange for livestock and furs.


Frozen Plains
The frozen plains occupy the centre of the Telaria. With vast grasslands at it's border and a snow covered tundra surrounding Mt. Frost at it's centre, the Frozen Plains are home to a wide variety of races. With such a central location, the land is full of trading towns of all sizes as well as uncountable routes and paths both around and across the Mt. Frost in order for travellers to reach the rest of the continent.

Southern Ridge
The Southern Ridge, much alike the Eastern Ridge, separates the off part of the land of Telaria. Joined by the Frozen Pass, the Eastern and Southern Ridges from a curved “L” shape across the land. Unlike the Eastern Ridge, no notable races live within the mountains. South of the ridge, protected from the cold winds are the Daemon race.

Frozen Pass
A long line of mountains that joins Mt. Frost to the Eastern and Southern Ridges. The Frozen Pass is also home to the quickest route between the Eastern and Southern Ridges without crossing over each mountain and wandering through unexplored caves.

The Kingdom of Eridor
The home of the Human race. Upon reaching the shores of Telaria the human colonies were quick to establish a new kingdom named after their current king, Vale Eridora. The kingdom was unlike anything seen before in Telaria, introducing new and industrious technology as well as the addition of a new currency, gold. The introduction of gold was quickly taken vantage of by the dwarves, making them one of the richest civilisations in Telaria once a stable economy was established to replace the bartering system.

Eridor
The first city established by the humans before the naming of their kingdom. Whilst larger and more industrious cities now exist, the humans continue to name this one as their capital focusing on offering a large variety of services and trading here as well as access to one of Telaria's largest ports along the Honey River.

A large castle stands at the centre of the city with residential and shopping districts spanning across the land around it in a large circle. Whilst the majority of the royal army is stationed here, they rarely have to deal with much more than upholding the kingdoms laws.

Vanguard
Build on the edge of the kingdom, Vanguard is the home of a large portion of the human armies on Telaria. Most who are stationed here are either undergoing training or tasked to patrol the vast borders of The Kingdom of Eridor. The majority of the royal army who is called to arms in order to fight for the king can be found at the capital city, Eridor.

Soul
The port town of Soul rests on the most westerly coast, providing trade links between Telaria and the human homeland. Troops, slaves and resources can all be found within Soul either having just arrived or in preparation to be sent elsewhere around the globe.

Honey River
The main river which runs through the Kingdom of Eridor from it's source near Mt. Frost.

Crystal Stream
Despite the name, it is actually the largest river in Telaria and stretches from the Eastern Ridge across the Frozen Plains and then south into Black Woods.

Black Woods
A large forest which spans across the south of Telaria, beneath the Southern Ridge. It is within the Black Woods that the Daemon race can be found. The Daemon race is said to have grown the forest over a millennia ago out of jealousy towards the Kitsune who reside in the tranquillity of the Northern Forest. Many Kitsune will say the jealousy of the Daemon's turn their trees a dark colour however there has been no solid evidence to prove that this could be the case. Human and Dwarven scientists state that the trees in that area just happen to be such a dark colour.


Imperium
The Daemon capital stands at the eastern shore of the Black Woods. Although the city has a large port it rarely exports or imports anywhere outside of the Black Woods. A large tower can be found on the western side of the city surrounded by a mix of residential and military districts. Trading and more luxurious residential districts exist further east of the tower.

Azure
A large mining town located next to the Crystal stream as it pass through the edge of the Southern Ridge. Both the nearby mountains and river offer gold which is used on the rare occasion that the Daemons trade with outsiders. The mountains offer a variety of other minerals such as iron, silver, copper, tin and a colourful array of crystals and gems.

Wild Plains
East of the Eastern Ridge is the wild plains, home of the Half-Giant tribes, powerful warriors and expert cattle herders. This region has gone nearly untouched for countless centuries as the Half-Giants happily venture around in small tribes taking large stocks of cattle with them in order to barter with other tribes and feed themselves.

Races

Northern Forest

Kitsune
Residents of the Northern Forest, the Kitsune are a wise and ancient race that supposedly took on a humanoid form to survive against the array of predators in Telaria. Although a nomadic group at first, they found that they greatly enjoy the climate of the Northern Forest and quickly made it their permanent home, establishing a thriving community and building a civilisation based on peace and knowledge.
Human-like appearance
Possess fox ears and fox tails.
Most possess one tail but some have up to nine.
Have the ability to transform into foxes at the cost of using their other abilities.

Dryads
Originally spirits who lived within the trees, the Dryads took on their slender and beautiful forms when the Kitsune first arrive within the Northern Forest. Having never met such a strange race before they were eager to talk with them and understand why they chose to live in such a dangerous part of the world. Between them, the two races managed to foster a civilisation of knowledge and peace, turning the once dangerous forest into a tranquil and charming place.
Human-like female appearance.
Skin is tanned or dark.
Green hair, often with leaves or flowers mixed in.
Can turn themselves into a tree at the cost of their other abilities and movement.

Fae
Spirits of the forest which take on the shape of small humanoid like creatures with wings. They are old and intelligent but greatly enjoy playing around the forest or creating mischief for those who are unlucky enough to wander into their homes.
No taller than 1½ft.
Human-like appearance.
Pale skin.
Has butterfly-like wings.

Satyr
The lower body of a goat and the upper body of a man, the Satyr spends most its life chasing after Dryads in the Northern Forest. Although Satyrs come from the Black Wood, the appearance of Dryads caught the Satyrs attention and large groups moved up to the Northern Forest to see them. Many of the Dryads say that their were once a group of their kin within the Black Wood which captivated the hearts and imagination of the Satyrs, resulting in their need to come and find the Dryads who had re-appeared within the Northern Forest. Unlike the Black Wood Satyrs, they have been cleansed by the Dryads and have a much more civilised appearance and possess a peaceful nature.
Legs of a goat, upper body of a man.
Faster than most humans.
Possess short and stumpy horns on their heads.

Eastern Ridge

Dwarves
Despite their size, there are few races as fierce, powerful and wealthy as the dwarves. Said to have been born from a curse upon a cult of Half-Giants, the Dwarves quickly fled to the mountains and made their home there. Whilst once being related to the large and peaceful wanderers, they are now a proud and industrious race who now resemble their human ancestors.
Human-like appearance.
Short.
Often appear chubby but simply have a rounded frame.

Wild Plains

Half-Giants
Peaceful nomads of the plains, the huge race has happily lived alongside its cattle for centuries. The race itself originates from a partnership between humans and giants, one which was created in order to save the dying race of giants in exchange for vast wealth being granted to the humans.
Human-like appearance.
Stands as tall as 10ft.
Physically strong.

Wildlings
A race of small and playful creatures who resemble dwarves but possess a thinner build. Some say that they are descendants of a tribe of dwarfs who didn't want to live in the mountains where as others say that they are a type of human that decided it wanted to live like dwarves but in burrows under hills rather than the mountains.
Human-like appearance.
No taller than 3½ft.
Pointed ears.

Centaur
The mighty horsemen of the east. These powerful creatures roam the wilds with pride, hunting their lands and trading with the Half-Giants. They are swift and strong making excellent scouts and mobile archers. Whilst they prefer the nomadic life, similar to the Half-Giants, they still enjoy the shelter of a good encampment and often remain in an area for a few days before moving out again.
Half horse, half man.
Physically strong.
Almost as fast as a good horse.

Kingdom of Eridor

Humans
The expansive empire of humans has long dominated the west but only recently landed onto the shores of Telaria, creating the Kingdom of Eridor. They are a powerful and inventive race which believes in strong economies and powerful armies to make its way through the world. Many tribes of humans also live outside of the kingdom creating rogue and barbarian factions.

Black Wood

Daemons
A humanoid race which lives within the south of Telaria. Although they share the appearance of humans they do possess two notable differences, horns and a pointed tail. All Daemon's possess horns of various sizes upon their head, some even possess small leathery wings which serve little purpose other than being visually different. Whilst the race may once have been able to fly, few can in the present age. Legend says their demonic appearance originates from a jealousy towards the elegance of the Kitsune.
Human-like appearance.
Horns and tails.
Some possess leathery wings.
Tanned skin.

Black Wood Satyr
Much alike the Northern Forest Satyr, the race has the lower body of a goat and the upper body of a man. Unlike the Satyrs of the Northern Forest, they had little interest in the Dryads who had appeared in the Northern Forest and preferred their home within the Black Wood. Black Wood Satyrs, unlike the group who had gone north had a much more wild appearance, sharing a similar style of horns to the Daemons.
Visually similar to Satyr.
Tanned skin.

Vampirism
Lords of the night and top of their food chain, the vampires gain great power at night but find themselves greatly weakened in the day. They possess slightly above average strength and great magical aptitude. Some turn to vampirism when they find no other way of gaining magic.

Blood Lord/Lady
A specialist in blood magic. They can drain blood from their victims or themselves and manipulate it as a weapon. Blood Lords/Ladies may also find the rest of their magic becomes more potent during the night.

Blood Knight
A warrior who draws blood to empower their equipment. Weapons gain more powerful attacks and abilities where as armour can gain blood shields. Although they cannot drain the blood of an enemy, they can still inflict wounds to draw a small amount of it out or use their own blood instead.

Lycanthropy
Beasts of the moon and unstoppable hunters. Werewolves are a powerful and dangerous force in the wilds. They have superior sense and strength in their beast forms. The first transformation requires a full moon and is often seen as a coming of age ceremony in pure lycanthrope societies.

Moon Caller
Most lycanthropes change when the moon is out but retain most their sense and control.

Raging Howler
Some lycanthropes can change when they become enraged, they lose their sense of pain but also their control and senses.

Lunar Elder
A rare type of lycanthrope exists in which they can turn into a werewolf whenever they choose but do not gain the same incredible strength which other lycanthropes experience. Lunar Elders are reliant on how visible the moon is in order to gain power.