Humans

**Humans** are bipedal creatures that live across the known world. They are diverse and resilient, and grew to become the dominant species following the War of Giants. Humans are often compared in physical appearance to that of halflings, but taller and more average in build.

## Origins

Like most species, humans have no clear origin in Tareal as they have had some presence on every continent since the beginning of recorded history. Theories of human presence around the world are a part of many religious origin stories, with some believing that the Elden may have used some species as slaves and transported them around the world. A new theory that has emerged with the rise of more accurate mapping is that there may have been a single continent that was split either by natural or magical forces thousands of years ago.

## Characteristics

Humans are diverse, and vary both culturally and physically across the world. The subspecies of humans generally share similar traits, though the invention of trans-oceanic travel has lead to the mixing of species, generating an even more diverse spectrum of humankind.

### Height and Weight

Humans vary in height and weight depending on a number of factors, including specie, diet, gender, and age. Adult humans can, on average, range from 130 to 200 pounds. Once a human reaches adulthood, they reach their peak height, which is normally between 5'4" and 5'11". Normally, a male will be larger in build, height, and weight than females.

### Physical Appearance

Humans are generally bare skinned or have little hair covering their body when compared to other creatures. Their skin takes on different shades depending on genetics and geography or lifestyle. Humans found in hotter, dryer climates where the sun is visible for a large majority of the year tend to have darker skin and hair, while humans that live in regions of the world with little sun exposure tend to have skin that is more pale and lighter hair colors.

### Lifespan

> *"They move quickly and see life in less that a hundred years. By the time we reach adulthood, they are on their deathbed and leave this world. This quick and ephemeral life has made humans impatient and hungry for conquest of their domain. They seek to know thousands of years worth of knowledge in a single day, walk millions of miles in mere hours, and live the lifetime of several elves in just one fleeting moment. One can only admire the bright flicker of each human, no matter how restless their actions."* -Eniar Raylya
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In general, humans live an average of 70-80 years, and reach adulthood sometime between the ages 16 and 18. Humans are some of the shorter lived species, which many have associated with their drive to progress quickly. The oldest humans can live past 100 years, though this is rare among the average population.

### Diet

Humans are omnivorous, and require fresh water and food to sustain themselves. Their digestive tracts are some of the more resilient, allowing them to consume most foods and liquids with little consequence. Raw foods generally require preparation in order to remove bacteria and render the food safe to eat.

## species of Humans

### Aranian

Aranians are tall, fair-skinned humans with generally blue or steely grey eyes. Their hair varies between black, blonde, red, or lighter browns. Aranian is a term used to describe the humans from Midland due tot he rise of the Aranian Empire. Aranians generally hold staunch religious beliefs and are slightly xenophobic, seeing humans as the dominant specie in the world.

### Garabian

Garabians tend to be shorter and more slight in their build, with dusky brown skin, eyes, and hair.

### Sylvarnian

The Sylvarn humans are generally tall and slender, with light brown skin and brown hair that ranges from dark blonde to near black. Their eyes are usually green or brown.

### Adarian

Adarians are of average height and build. Their skin ranges from light brown to fair, with brown or black hair. Their eyes are brown, black, or on rare cases silver.

### Jiyahu

Jiyahu are tall and slim, with amber colored skin and hazel or brown. Their hair ranges from black to dark brown.

### Kosumed

Kosumed are short and stout, usually quite muscular. Their skin is dusky, and they have darker colored eyes and thick black hair.

### Zeshinian

Zeshinians have yellowish-bronze skin and black hair. Their eyes are usually dark brown or near black.

### D'garrian

D'garrians are tall and muscular, with mahogany colored skin and curly black hair. Their eyes are dark browns or blacks, but in some rare cases one eye may be silver or golden.