Grudearian

Grudearian are a secretive, isolated species who primarily live in secluded areas. Most of which are as far from other places of civilizations as possible. The reason being is that their kind isn’t known to be strong, preferring to be left in peace rather than to begin any conflict.

## Profile

### Appearance

Grudearian are very dark in skin tone, ranging from dark grays to blacks. Their bodies are usually quite slim as well. In terms of hair, they either have white or black, both fading to red. Similar to humans, there’s a small chance for a Grudearian to be born ginger, still retaining the red fade. The length of the hair varies. For facial features, Grudearian have four to six red/orange eyes, six being less common than four. Most of their species have various red freckles that span across their body in various patterns, including their face.

In terms of gender difference, it’s the typical body shape. Although, the females are usually the ones with longer hair, as well as having more curved horns. Females are also shorter than the males.

For conditions, it is possible for a Grudearian to be born with alternative colors. Those who have such a condition are typically light skinned with blue freckles, as well as blue/purple colored eyes. Their horns are also a different color, sporting a navy look to them. As for hair, nothing much changes as their species usually has light colored hair, with the only difference being that it fades to blue instead of red.

### Behavior

Grudearian aren’t usually ones to engage in conversation, even amongst each other. Most of the time, they interact through signals or hand gestures. Despite the silence, they are capable of speaking in their own native language, as well as English. Even so, it’s mostly situational. An example may include if they happen to encounter someone who is not of their kind, attempting to communicate with them and such. Most of the time when an unidentified individual traverses into their area, they go on high alert and attempt to scare off the person by either mimicking sounds or by intentionally missing an object that was sent directly towards them as a "warning shot”.

Grudearian are known to be quite peaceful, preferring not to engage in combat nor any form of conflict. Even so, they prefer only their kind to roam within their secluded area, not taking any chances whatsoever, despite any intentions. Inner conflict may occur anyway from time to time due to minor disagreements or inconveniences. Most of said conflicts get resolved within the moment.

During their daily lives, some spend time farming, tending to various crops which provide for others as their primary food source. Any other food sources such as meat are sometimes given out, should the resources be provided. Most of their crops require the usual. That being water, soil, and the occasional amounts of sunlight. During the winter, they have farms set indoors, being able to tend and maintain them as the cold passes. Not all of their crops require sunlight, proving quite beneficial.

Speaking of the winter, they quite dislike it. Due to their bodies being more sensitive to the cold than most, they must make a number of preparations before the snow begins to fall. Preparations include ensuring there is enough food to support the group through the whole winter, as well as providing enough warmth to sustain themselves. All year round, numerous campfires are set up around the village, maintaining a warm but safe environment. By safe, it is referring to not accidentally setting everything ablaze.

An addition to the winter times, some would stuff themselves with whatever food they had. The reason being is due to how their metabolism functions. Essentially, the larger the meal consumed, the longer they can go without consuming any more food. During the sequence, their bodies emanate a fluctuating aura, providing warmth to themselves and to others around them before fading away once that duration ends. The reason why this is typically done during the winter is that, similar to bears, to be able to sit through the cold until spring comes. In addition, the aura also provides comfort, favored amongst their species. Those with a big enough aura typically sleep in for prolonged hours per day, conserving more energy for when they eventually wake. As a matter of fact, sleeping for lengthy amounts of time is beneficial for their species for that reason alone.

### Other (WIP)

While they aren’t ones to engage in combat, they are filled with various forms of magic and/or offensive moves. One move includes emitting an odd stench from their horns, capable of setting someone unconscious. This is typically used whenever they find themselves to be in danger or feel threatened, subduing the target so they can flee from the area.