Oceanid

Name:  Oceanid
Notes:  A relative species of the Niads, the Oceanids evolved on their own world from transplanted Merfolk ancestors just the same as their Niad cousins.  Like the Niads, Oceanids lack the scales and fins on their torsos that distinguish the Merfolk.  However, the primary difference between the Oceanids and the Niads is that the Oceanids have non-human like ears.
Sensitive souls, Oceanids produce more artists than any other profession.  As the Oceanids are, on average, not a people that produces many warriors, they require the protection of other aquatic populations that are more combat capable.  However, as their artistic skills, especially Oceanid musicians, namely singers, are so highly prized, this is a no contest issue when it comes to finding patrons to protect them.
As their patrons joined the Zodiac Empire, it was only natural for the various Oceanid populations to follow along as they saw no reason to alienate themselves from patrons.  These days, Oceanids are famous across the Zodiac Empire for their artistic talents and, with the expansions provided by the addition of new member states, their fame is growing even more.
Category:Species
Category:Trans-Oceanic States