Thiren

Thirens are humanoid species with varying animal features.
==Description==
===Biology===
The Thiren are a race of anthropomorphic beings, known for their unique blend of human and animalistic features. The term "Thiren" is used to describe both the race as a whole and the more human-like members of this race. Within this group, there is a distinct subgroup known as Beast Thiren, who possess far more pronounced animal traits.
Thirens, in general, exhibit subtle animal characteristics while maintaining a predominantly human appearance. Common traits among Thirens include animal ears and tails.
Beast Thirens are characterized by their more pronounced animalistic features, appearing as humanoid versions of specific animals. These individuals typically have animalistic bone-structures and bodies covered in fur.
===Abilities===
Thirens have been documented to exhibit superhuman abilities such as immense strength, better adaptation to Hollows, faster mutation rates after exposure to corruption, and rapid recovery. For example, Ellen's tail can break bones if she is not careful.
==Culture==
A Thiren's tail is special to the Thiren, and as such, the tail can only be touched by close friends.
==History==
During the old civilization, there were Bear Thiren cosmonauts.
==Types==
===Bear Thiren===
Bear Thiren are a distinct type of the larger Beast Thiren group. These formidable creatures are known for their impressive size and intimidating presence. Despite their fearsome appearance, the common belief that Bear Thiren consume intelligent life forms is a mythBen Bigger - Trust Event: More Bears in the Story, Please.
Bear Thiren share many physical traits with other Beast Thirens, like their high "Ether aptitude," which surpasses that of most other people. This attribute allows them to excel in Hollow-related jobs and activities, explaining why they are a top-pick for in-Hollow construction projects, with Bear Thirens comprising around 80% of Belobog Heavy Industries' staff.
In the annals of history, Bear Thiren have made significant contributions, notably in the field of space exploration. Historical records reveal that there were Bear Thiren cosmonauts who ventured into spaceBen Bigger - Trust Event: More Bears in the Story, Please, showcasing their resilience and adaptability.
Bear Thiren are known for their calm demeanor and resistance to stressBen Bigger in Hollow Zero upon gaining Pressure. They maintain their composure under pressure, a trait that sets them apart from many other species. However, their patience has limits. Unlike Canine Thirens, who can often be placated with food, Bear Thiren require more than simple gestures to calm themBen Bigger - Mindscape Cinema 6. When a Bear Thiren loses its temper, fleeing is the most prudent course of action, as they rarely show patience in confrontationsBen Bigger - Mindscape Cinema 2.
===Canine Thiren===
===Feline Thiren===
===Fish Thiren===
==Known Thirens==
===Thiren Agents===
===Other Thirens===
==Trivia==
===Etymology===
* The term "Thiren" derives from from the Ancient Greek term ; it is possible it acts as a portmanteau of the Greek (beast) and the Chinese (person) "beast person", since the Chinese version is a compound of phonetic and .
** The choice of as a phonetic equivalent of might be given by the Modern Greek pronunciation, where η is read the same way as the Chinese i in .
** Thiren shares a root with , a subclass of mammals, which could also an inspiration for the term.
==Other Languages==