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PNEUMAFERA Of all the races of the world of Harrow, the Pneumafera are the most diverse and also the most misunderstood. Literally meaning spirit animal or soul animal, Pneumafera are anthropomorphic beasts of all shapes and sizes from smaller insect-like beings to larger animals. Since the Pneumafera consist of both predator and prey sorts of species, there is a definite caste system within their race. Attitudes and demenaorsss of the Pneumafera are as numerous and varied as their various species, though in general despite their own differences they will inevitably band together with one another against any of the other races should conflicts arise. One other notable fact about the Pneumafera is that some of them are able to take on a completely human form. Unlike lycans or were-beasts, who are humans able to take on an animal form, the Pneumafera are naturally a hybridized animal race with a few able to take human form. However, because they only came into existence due to the Ravaging, they are looked upon with suspicion and unease by a lot of the populace. Their natural strength, speed, agility and keen senses make them, for the most part, simpy better than most other races. However, this can sometimes be offset by their animal savagery. Though it is not common, much like half-orcs, there's a certain number of Pneumafera that go feral and wreak havoc. However, though this is the impression that sticks in the minds of most people, most Pneumafera are quite eager to learn and also very friendly. They are quick to befriend others and there are no truer friends once their trust is gained. Physical Description Due to thei varied natures, Pneumafera can range from very small, around two feet in height, to towering monstrosities at nearly ten feet tall. There is also no mistaking what animal a Pneumafera's bloodline is comprised of. Society The Pneumafera are a close-knit race, and though they have their differences, they usually overcome these. The caste system is one which they are trying to remove, but with so many natural enemies among their own kind, it is a difficult process. Though the great deserts to the West, virtually everything West of the Shadowlands, used to be a lush dense forest, the Ravaging twisted and blasted it out of existence. Those same energies gave birth to the Pneumafera. All living things were given true sentience and their bodies changed to walk upright like men. Because of these beginnings do they have their caste system. Unlike so many other races, the Pneumafera do not have a landbound home. The desert proved entirely inhospitable to most of the species now newly made, and they migrated to what became known as the Broken Lands, the Jagd providing what amounted to huge floating islands upon which the Pneumafera constructed their cities. Relations The Pneumafera are looked upon with suspicion, and are much maligned by other races, though this is misplaced in most cases. Only the most vile or feral of the Pneumafera pose any true threat to the other races. Those that are open minded soon discover this and make easy friends with the anthros. A relatively young race, just a few thousand years, the Pneumafera are still numerous and quite prolific, and with a little bit of time it is possible they'll become the new dominant species.