Moreau (Race)

A race of anthropomorphic animals native to the demiplane of Fantasia and originally created by the Alchemist and Mage of the same name under the influence of Fantasia's ruler and creator, the Queen of Hearts, Moreaus are a visually distinctive species that are also sometimes known as Liminals, particularly those born outside of Fantasia. They have since spread outward throughout the demiplane, and can even be found outside of it in small enclaves or traveling abroad. They are often seen as Monsters by other races, despite being a type of Literal and not inherently a Monster (though many do become Monsters due to the nature of their homeland).
Moreaus are in some ways akin to Turnskins, though the latter tend to look more human-like and be less civilized than the former. Moreaus are marked by their animalistic facial features, bodies largely or totally covered in fur, feathers, scales, or chitinous shells, and primarily bipedal gait. Wayfarers often refer to them as Furries. As natives of Fantasia, they are often more technologically advanced than natives of Gaea proper, possessing access to technologies more appropriate to the Victorian and Edwardian periods of Earth, as well as advanced Magitech.
Moreaus have a vast range of physical features, but are usually quite visually distinct from other Races and even Monsters; few other humanoid creatures besides the Fey, Monsterized animals, and certain Alien species lack human-like faces, let alone animalistic muzzles. Despite these features and the difficulties they create in trying to wear clothing, the vast majority take great care to dress and behave in a manner appropriate to the culture they currently inhabit. When in their own society, they tend to favor dress and behavior considered fashionable within the Victorian Empire.
Category:Races
Category:Races of Man
Category:Moreau
Category:Fantasian