Tarutaru The Tarutaru are a race of beings with brownish button noses and chipmunk - like attributes from the Federation of Windurst in " Final Fantasy XI " . Although they resemble children in size , this does not reflect their age . In fact , the Tarutaru seem to change their appearance little as they age , and while short in stature , the Tarutaru are extremely proficient in magical ability , which they hone through careful and determined study of the natural world . The Tarutaru are said to understand the importance of the balance between natural harmony and magic . Because of this understanding , they have produced some of the greatest mages in the world ' s history . It was their way of life that fueled the rapid reconstruction of Windurst following its destruction during the Crystal War . The plural for " Tarutaru " is also " Tarutaru " . Culture . The Tarutaru enjoy a friendly relationship with the Mithra , who live in Windurst as well after they were admitted to the nation by the Star Sibyl , the ruler of Windurst and moral leader of all Vana ' diel . In terms of their society , the Tarutaru seem to have a much more balanced form of gender roles , with both male Tarutaru and female Tarutaru holding key government positions like ministers . Most Tarutaru tend to speak with an interesting language variation than the standard living creatures of Vana ' diel . Many seem to add an " " - taru " " to the end of many words ending with a " t " , usually ending in consonants . They also seem to make words rhyme . Professor Shantotto is the most obvious example of the rhyming speech though this may be a sign of her " unique " personality . However , there are many Tarutaru who do not speak with this accent , notably the War Warlocks and the Star Sybil themselves do not speak with any variation . Physiology . The most obvious difference between the Tarutaru and the other races is that they are noticeably smaller . Interestingly enough , the Tarutaru do not seem to age physically ( at least not noticeably ) when they reach adulthood . Some Tarutaru are said to be as old as hume adults if not older and yet they still appear no older than those Tarutaru who just reached their prime . The Tarutaru have two genders and have a natural gift for magic . They easily make the most potent and powerful spellcasters in the land . The Tarutaru also possess a naturally high intelligence that manifests at an early age with many young Tarutaru having quite the grasp on vocabulary ( see the Star Onion Brigade ) . Demeanor . Tarutaru lack the physical strength and durability of their fellow enlightened races as a result of their racial leaning towards magical study , but do control greater reserves of magical power ( MP ) as a result , and are the most studious and intelligent of the races of Vana ' diel - although not the most wise or spiritual ; often being presented as heedless of caution . Tarutaru do tend to be more trusting of outsiders and they are the only race that has reached some form of political settlement with the neighboring beastmen , the Yagudo . Individual Tarutaru tend to vary in personality , from the " wacky " Professor Shantotto , to the calm , almost poetic Star Sybil . Various other Tarutaru display trademark personalities like an incredible curiosity and a talent for mischief . Tarutaru are the archetypal example of skill at Black Magic and White Magic and they excel most well in the ancient art of summoning , although the combination of their vast magical power , precise spellcraft , lack of caution and physical vulnerability has resulted in the death of many such Tarutaru Black Mages . Military . The Federation Forces of Windurst are led by a Warlock Warlord , chosen once a year from the Parliament of Patriarchs , and consist of twelve brigades of War Warlocks and four brigades of Mithra Mercenaries . Statistics . Starting Statistics . The following table shows the level 1 statistics for each class a Tarutaru can take : Other appearances . " Dissidia Final Fantasy " . Shantotto , a prominent Tarutaru Black Mage , represents " Final Fantasy XI " in " Dissidia Final Fantasy " , and plays as a special character , assumed to oppose Gabranth . She has little influence on the story , being an extra character as well as the only one appearing from " Final Fantasy XI " , appearing only once in the main storyline . " Dissidia 012 Final Fantasy " . Shantotto reappears in this prequel to " Dissidia " as a full - fledged Warrior of Cosmos . " Theatrhythm Final Fantasy " . Shantotto is a playable character in " Theatrhythm Final Fantasy " . " Theatrhythm Final Fantasy Curtain Call " . Shantotto returns as a playable character in " Theatrhythm Final Fantasy Curtain Call " . " Final Fantasy Grandmasters " . The Tarutaru is one of the playable races in " Final Fantasy Grandmasters " . Non - " Final Fantasy " Appearances . " Dragon Quest & Final Fantasy in Itadaki Street Special " . A Tarutaru is a playable character in this special edition of the Monopoly - like video game available only in Japan .