Mersini

==OVERVIEW==
The Mersini are a race of Water-Elementals, who reside in the rivers of Mercester Valley . Their origins are unknown, though legends abound of a Norsan Experiment which went awry, summoning a whole host of the Elementals to the material plane. 
The Mersini, in their original form, have no set shape, though they take on the figures of strong men and curvacious women when interacting with humans. They are peaceful, though occasionally mischievous, and are fond of the company of humans. In general, they don't like Dwarves, who they feel pollute the rivers, yet there are exceptions. 
The Mersini have, for centuries, interbred with the occasional man or woman- this is not carnal in nature, and generally involves an absorption of proto-elemental material- this is rarely desired by the person in question, though they are generally unaware. However, when a child is then conceived naturally, between two humans (or other races), the resulting son or daughter will be a Permersa (a half-elemental). The Permersa vary in appearance, sometimes having bluish skin or blue hair, other times appearing normal, or almost transparent- it varies from individual to individual. Mersini are generally accepted into society, and some can fit in without their true lineage being known. However, most eventually desire to return to the Valley and commune with the Mersina. 
A Permersa is generally a very emotional creature, loving and sensitive. They are also strong and, naturally, fond of water and swimming. Depending on the strength of their blood, some have an affinity with water elementals, and a fear of fire, though this varies. For more on elemental races, see the ROLEMASTER ELEMENTAL COMPANION. 
==STATS (Permersa)==
ST 	5
CO 	0
QU 	5
AG 	-10
PR 	5
SD 	5
IN 	0
ME 	0
EM 	5
RE 	0
LU 	0
APP	0
A Permersa's adolescent skills depend on its upraising; for example, a Permersan raised by Ardanian parents in a city will take the ARDANIAN URBAN package. 
Category:Races
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