Catoal

The Catoal are race of cat-human born in Abexilas. These highly mystical and knowledge driven creatures are children of the goddess Lysundra and are her favorite creation.
== Biology ==
Catoal appear much like humans, with lithe bodies and skin that shimmers like moon-kissed silk. Their most striking feature, however, is their cat-like ears, perched atop their heads. These ears twitch with every sound, attuned to the whispers of the forest and the secrets carried by the wind.
= The Legends of the Catoal =
In the ancient forests of Abexilas , where moonlight dances through the leaves and shadows whisper secrets, the Catoal make their home. These beings, born of both human and feline essence, walk the delicate line between two worlds.
=== Origins ===
Long ago, when the moon was but a silver crescent, the goddess Lysundra gazed upon her creation. She marveled at the sleek grace of the cats and the boundless curiosity of humans. In a moment of whimsy, she blended their essences, and thus, the Catoal were born.
=== Shifting Shadows ===
The true wonder lies in their ability to shift. Their bones elongate, muscles ripple, and their skin sprouts soft fur. In this altered state, they become cats—sleek panthers, playful tabbies, or elusive Siamese. Able to walk in between the physical realm and the realm of Felinor, a ghost-like dream realm similar to our own. Their eyes retain their human intelligence, glowing with an otherworldly luminescence.
Catoal shift for various reasons:
# Hunting: As cats, they stalk through moon-drenched meadows, pouncing on unsuspecting prey. Their feline instincts guide them, and their claws leave no trace.
# Guardianship: When danger threatens their forest home, the Catoal become fierce protectors. Their cat forms blend seamlessly with the shadows, and they move silently to thwart intruders.
# Curiosity: Sometimes, a Catoal shifts simply to explore. They chase moonbeams, leap from tree to tree, and unravel the mysteries of the night.
=== Moonlit Magic ===
Lysundra bestowed upon them a gift—the ability to harness moonlight. When the moon waxes full, their cat ears tingle, and they can:
* Heal: A gentle touch from their furred hands soothes wounds and ailments.
* Speak with Animals: Their feline forms allow them to converse with forest creatures—the owls, the deer, and even the ancient oaks.
* Dreamwalk: During slumber, they wander the realm of Felinor, glimpsing distant realms and forgotten memories.
== Culture ==
=== The Enigma of Love ===
Catoal are creatures of passion. When they fall in love, it is a tempest—a whirlwind of moonlight and desire. Their unions are marked by whispered vows beneath ancient oaks, and their offspring inherit both human and feline traits.
=== Seekers of Balance ===
The Catoal serve as harbingers of balance. They bridge the realms, reminding humans of their wild origins and teaching cats the wisdom of the moon and their goddess LysuFndra. When the world tilts toward chaos, they emerge from moonlit glades, their cat ears alert, ready to restore equilibrium.
And so, the legend of the Catoal weaves through time, whispered by campfires and etched into ancient scrolls. To encounter one is to glimpse the magic that binds us all—the delicate thread connecting humanity, feline grace, and the luminous moon
= Catoalan State and its History =
== Nomadic Times ==
Back in early time the catoalan state was originally a bunch of nomadic catoal tribes that all worshiped Lysundra their deity goddess and their creator. These ten tribes 
# The Wandere (Wanderers): The Catoal known for their restless spirits and their affinity for exploring uncharted lands. They had vast knowledge of many different distant lands long forgotten to time and history.
# The Wendara (Windy Spirits) : These Catoal follow the winds, seeking hidden knowledge and ancient secrets. They were profound archers and mastered the art of Landar or gliding.
# The Sanoris (Sand Catoal): These Catoal were Masters of desert survival, they traverse vast dunes in search of oases and forgotten ruins and their knowledge within.
# The Lundrya (Moonlit): A Cult of Catoal Lysundra Loyalist that used moonlight that guides their nocturnal journeys.They preached the words and stories of Lysundra and acted as a pre faith church of sorts.
# The Dreweari (Dream Walkers): Storytellers and visionaries who weave tales around campfires under star-studded skies. They were profound in their ways of shifting and the traversal of Felinor.
# The Emfor (Ones who walk on fire): Their footsteps are said to leave glowing embers on the earth, symbolizing their eternal connection to the land.
# The Dearin (Deaf Catoal): Known for their heightened senses besides their lack of hearing, Communicating through gestures, they move stealthily across rugged landscapes.
# The Sanlo (Ones who own the sky): These Catoal were said to ride giant mythical beasts, soaring above mountain peaks and storm clouds. Said to live on the mountain tops of all the mountains in the world.
# The Miain (Misty ones): Catoal who wandered in between the mist and fog
# The Sulfiri (Sun Scorched): Their campfires burn with an otherworldly intensity, drawing travelers from afar. They were said to have great tales and were well known for their merchantry.
== First Kingdom ==
On the rare blue moon two tribes came together, The Sulfiri and The Lundrya, These two tribes would be merged with the marriage of their heirs and settle into what is now known as the Le Purna region with its capital of Mork ; this small kingdom would leave the stepping stones for modern Catoal society and would mark the first settlement of the Catoal. The small kingdom was ahead of its neighbors in technological advancement and knowledge gathering from their days as the tribes at a cost.  They lacked the civilized culture like the surrounding kingdoms from their tribal days. This caused the surrounding kingdoms to belittle the Catoal and call them barbarians. Leading to the first purge or wars against this new kingdom. The Catoal who are more knowledge driven weren’t ready for war leading to the creation of the first Catoalan military and training in the combat arts something that was relatively unknown to the Catoal. This was the first step of the Catoal fighting back against these purges which had devastated villages and cities. The Kingdom put out a call for aid in their time of need and with great losses three clans would answer the call for arms The Dearin, The Sanlo, and The Wandere. The Wandere who were great travelers spoke of a race of feline creatures similar to the Catoal they called The Zheivara or more specifically a tribe of the Zheivara the Kajyuziira , a race of noble warriors who traded training in their combat arts for knowledge the Wandere had. The Zheivara would come to be close allies with the Catoal shortly after this period of time. The Wandere would train this art to the other clans of the kingdom and the strength of the Catoal grew. This newfound strength would allow the Catoal to repel the purges completely even turning into Catoalan offensives and great pushes around the area. Eventually this new found era of peace and stability given to the Catoal under the leadership of King Teasal would lead to the call for all Catoal to come under the banner. The call was answered and the Cadreium was formed, a mighty state full of culture, a powerful military, and strong economy, a true superpower of the region. 
== Cadreium ==
Eventually all the tribes came under the banner and they formed the first catoalan cadreium a imperial style of government 
== The great collapse ==
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