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| − | Halflings are a short, stout people of Aegis. None is known of how they came to be, it is believed they are a hybrid of Humans, Dwarves, and other races. | + | Halflings are a short, stout people of Aegis. None is known of how they came to be, it is believed they are a hybrid of Humans, Dwarves, and other races. Because of their short height of about 3 feet Halflings are often called Half-men. They are well-known for being peaceful people, and live in small isolated villages, and live in houses called burrows. Halflings are well known as farmers, smokers, and drinkers. They hold some of the best parties known to the four races full of booze, games, and dancing. Many Halflings prefer a simple life isolated away from civilization, but a select few live in cities and towns. |
Halflings have a reputation for being docile and often stay out of politics and warfare, but are quite dangerous when provoked. | Halflings have a reputation for being docile and often stay out of politics and warfare, but are quite dangerous when provoked. | ||
== Physical Attributes == | == Physical Attributes == | ||
| − | Halflings | + | Halflings are unique when it comes to their stature. They are said to resemble children, although they have the features of adult humans. Due to this, they are often called halfmen, and referred to as the smallest beings of all the races. The average height for a halfling is about three feet tall. |
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| + | Halflings are not known for their combat skills due to this size, coupled with their lack of burliness. Unlike dwarves, who are short and stout, this race is short and less built. It is not uncommon to see an obese halfling, though, for they do love food and lazing about. | ||
| − | + | The Little Folk are famous for their hardy feet. It is a well-known fact that they avoid wearing shoes. Doing so is quite uncomfortable, as they have much thicker and more leathery feet than humans. This extra layer of skin can withstand thorns and sharp rocks. The foot of a male halfling has a curious amount of hair, that spreads over its top. Little is known why they have so much foot hair, but the halflings do not seem to question it. Their feet, in proportion to the rest of their body, are quite large. | |
| + | The hair of halflings is often curly, or wavy, and almost never straight. It tends to range from blonde to dark brown, and on rare occasions, black. Black hair is rarely seen, and brown seems to be the color in most abundance. | ||
| − | + | Halflings' eyes are also quite a curious spectacle. Their eye color is about the same as a humans', ranging from brown, to green, to blue, with the addition of less common colors, such as violet. The most intriguing eye color is, well, in fact, a mixture of two different colors. The condition "Heterochromia iridium" is common in halflings. This means that both eyes are different colors. It is seen more often in she-halflings than in male halflings, for reasons unknown. | |
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| + | === Clothing === | ||
| + | Halfling clothing tends to vary from halfling to halfling. Some halflings prefer to wear jackets if they are feeling fancy that particular day. Others might wear some sort of farmhand trousers combined with a vest or shirt if they need to work or travel. Overalls are also common. The more relaxed and nature-loving halflings will wear casual or very short clothing. Most female halflings wear short dresses or skirts. | ||
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| + | Due to their relatively longer lives Halflings are known as laid back and prefer to take life slow. However, they are among the most talented tinkers, farmers, brewers, and cooks. They are famous for their many inventions and exquisite meals. Halflings in the past have been known to reach for greatness, many becoming [[Druid]], [[Ascended]], and High Pontiff. | ||
=== Professions === | === Professions === | ||
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Halflings are a short, stout people of Aegis. None is known of how they came to be, it is believed they are a hybrid of Humans, Dwarves, and other races. Because of their short height of about 3 feet Halflings are often called Half-men. They are well-known for being peaceful people, and live in small isolated villages, and live in houses called burrows. Halflings are well known as farmers, smokers, and drinkers. They hold some of the best parties known to the four races full of booze, games, and dancing. Many Halflings prefer a simple life isolated away from civilization, but a select few live in cities and towns.
Halflings have a reputation for being docile and often stay out of politics and warfare, but are quite dangerous when provoked.
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Physical Attributes
Halflings are unique when it comes to their stature. They are said to resemble children, although they have the features of adult humans. Due to this, they are often called halfmen, and referred to as the smallest beings of all the races. The average height for a halfling is about three feet tall.
Halflings are not known for their combat skills due to this size, coupled with their lack of burliness. Unlike dwarves, who are short and stout, this race is short and less built. It is not uncommon to see an obese halfling, though, for they do love food and lazing about.
The Little Folk are famous for their hardy feet. It is a well-known fact that they avoid wearing shoes. Doing so is quite uncomfortable, as they have much thicker and more leathery feet than humans. This extra layer of skin can withstand thorns and sharp rocks. The foot of a male halfling has a curious amount of hair, that spreads over its top. Little is known why they have so much foot hair, but the halflings do not seem to question it. Their feet, in proportion to the rest of their body, are quite large.
The hair of halflings is often curly, or wavy, and almost never straight. It tends to range from blonde to dark brown, and on rare occasions, black. Black hair is rarely seen, and brown seems to be the color in most abundance.
Halflings' eyes are also quite a curious spectacle. Their eye color is about the same as a humans', ranging from brown, to green, to blue, with the addition of less common colors, such as violet. The most intriguing eye color is, well, in fact, a mixture of two different colors. The condition "Heterochromia iridium" is common in halflings. This means that both eyes are different colors. It is seen more often in she-halflings than in male halflings, for reasons unknown.
Clothing
Halfling clothing tends to vary from halfling to halfling. Some halflings prefer to wear jackets if they are feeling fancy that particular day. Others might wear some sort of farmhand trousers combined with a vest or shirt if they need to work or travel. Overalls are also common. The more relaxed and nature-loving halflings will wear casual or very short clothing. Most female halflings wear short dresses or skirts.
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Other Attributes
Due to their relatively longer lives Halflings are known as laid back and prefer to take life slow. However, they are among the most talented tinkers, farmers, brewers, and cooks. They are famous for their many inventions and exquisite meals. Halflings in the past have been known to reach for greatness, many becoming Druid, Ascended, and High Pontiff.
Professions
Halflings currently receive the following bonuses
| + 30% Farmer
| + 30% Chef
| + 30% Fisher
| + 20% Lumberjack
| + 20% Woodworker
| + 20% Tinker
| - 20% Miner
| - 20% Blacksmith
Aging
Halflings reach maturity at age 33. The Halflings do not consider this number to be sacred, and do not have any rituals attached to entering adulthood. Halflings must be an adult to run for Elder or Mayor.
The Halfling lifespan is akin to Dwarves, many live to around 170 years old, while some Halfling are well over 200. This relatively long lifespan allows the Halflings to live live carefree, often times engaging in smoking, drinking, and partying for life. Halflings often have no goals or achievements, rather they let life pass by and enjoy the ride.
History
Halflings have well documented history, A History of Halflings was written in Aegis to save Halfling history and culture. Originally appearing somewhere around 300, the Halfling people were shunned by both Dwarves and Humans alike. Many Halflings were known as thieves due to their short stature and inherent greed. Over time however, Halflings became less inclined to thievery and fighting. They began to settle into secluded villages far away where their culture was able to develop. As written in Petyr's book, Halfling culture thrived during this time and many distinctive 'Halfling' traits were founded during this time. Brewing and cooking became distinctive, taking on unique flavors and new twists. However religion never begins to take off, instead quasi-religious figures appear based around things that the Halflings admired the most: food, harvest, and safety. In the place of religion family values in the village grew, many believing that if one were to betray his family and village, he had betrayed everyone.
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Over time the Halfling culture began to grow and change into the modern culture we know today. Many Halfling live within a singular village, they live isolated away from the hustle and bustle of city live. Some Halfling choose to move away, instead living in populated cities throughout the realm. Halfling culture has changed little since the founding of Goodborough in Aegis. Halflings have moved countless times since Aegis, each town different but the same to the last one. In most recent times the Halflings live in a village tucked away behind Laure’lin.
Religion
Many Halflings do not follow the religion of Humans. In older times many Halflings believed in the Pumpkin Lord, a magical being that appears before them. He resembles a man with a pumpkin for a head and throughout history has appeared to come the Halflings in times of need. Unbeknownst to the Halflings, they had been worshipping the arrival of Knox, a deranged murderer. Many Halflings did not worship frequently, although many held The Pumpkin Lord in high regard building shrines in dedication to him. Among other gods that were worshipped is the Squidlord Arugula. In myths she appears as a giant squid engulfing entire villages and dragging them into the ocean. It is rumored that the Daemon Arugula grants power to those who are most devoted, turning them into powerful mages known as Munchkins.
In modern day, these gods still hold a place in many small folks hearts. However, in modern times many Halfling folk have begun to worship Billy Bob, the Potato Lord. This has caused controversy throughout the village, and many fierce debates have taken place about Billy, calling him a false prophet. Many Halflings still not hold religious values, while it is true they worship many gods they do not play a role in the lives of Halflings, instead they hold family values over religious ones. As such, family and community plays a larger role in Halfling life. They hold these core values of friendship and good will higher than that of gods and idols, a belief that is reflected in their culture through festivals.
Villages
Willow Hollow
The Halflings currently live in the secluded village of Willow Hollow. It is a town rife with adventure and mystery. The village is home to dozens of Halflings, currently there are 3 Elders, a mayor, and a sheriff. Halfling law is governed by the Elders who make and propose the law, the law is upheld by the sheriff and his deputy. As such the mayor is a figure head of the village, often times being elected in order to communicate with 'bigguns' or other nations.
The Halflings face many great dangers: necromancers, bears, and Orcs. As such life remains peaceful and the Halflings are often spotted standing outside of the tavern, eager to start a conversation and share a drink with visitors and friends. There are currently 3 Elders in the village, Bolo, Pippin, and Andwise.
Random Tidbits
- Halflings are really cool, they are one of the only races to have two racial professions!
- A famous Halfling known as DrPlat makes music and is currently composing for videogames! https://soundcloud.com/doctorplat/plats-theme-retro?utm_source=soundcloud&utm_campaign=share&utm_medium=twitter&utm_content=http://soundcloud.com/doctorplat/plats-theme-retro
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