Trulloc

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### Appearance

Most trullocs are extremely wide and sturdy in build with well defined
musculature. Their stone hides come in an amazing variation of colors and
textures, much like the rocks that populate the world. Female trullocs have
smaller waists and wider hips than their male counterparts. They are also
extremely well known for their rather large chest endowments that are quite
fitting for their stocky bodies. When bundled up in furs or winter
clothing, male and female trullocs can hardly be distinguished from one
another.

Male trullocs normally stand between 8.5 and 10 rands tall and weigh
approximately 100 to 200 crown. Their musculature tends to be quite bulky
as well as broad. Female height ranges between jev 7 and 9 [rand]]s, and they
weight approximately 75 to 175 crown. Until their deaths, these rocky,
gentle giants bleed much like any other sentient being. Their skins are
half a thumb in thickness, and underneath that lies flesh and blood. Only
upon their deaths will a trulloc's body turn into stone.

Trullocs do not have hair of any sort on their body, but they love to
decorate their faces and heads. Many trullocs paint their skulls with
bright, constrasting colors. Usually, the symbols or pictures depicted on
their heads or faces consist of one or two major colors. Most males prefer
hunting glyphs and symmetrical symbols while the females often mark
themselves with decorative flowers or birds. Due to the scarcity of color
found in their remote villages, most trullocs value bright dyes like other
cultures value gems or precious metals. Some of the older members of their
race also believe that certain symbols bring strength, prosperity, or power
to those who know the proper placement of such designs.

### Society

From the northern moutain realms of Primordiax, Trullocs have always been a
somewhat secretive yet peaceful race. Their thick, stone hides and large
size often make them appear intimidating, and in some backwood towns, they
are still considered monsters due to their appearance. This belief is
completely contrary to the trullocs' actual beliefs and culture, since they
are known to be extremely lawful, peaceful, and contemplative.

Trullocs usually live in small to medium sized villages composed of sturdy
stone buildings with wooden supports. Their extremely specific architecture
is often known as the "hihn" style of building. It is known for sturdiness
and durability, much like the trullocs themselves.

Since they are fond of cold climates, most trulloc establishments are found
in the far north or the far south. Some can also be found in the valleys of
the highest mountain ranges in Primordiax. Protected by their stone-laced
skin, trullocs can endure extremely cold temperatures with ease.

Trullocs are extremely fond of nuts and red meat, and all vegetables are
considered a delicacy to them, due to the cold climates in which they often
call home. Tropical fruits are an extremely rare treat, and trullocs have
been known to duel for just a taste.

In recent years, a new trend has hit the younger generation of trullocs.
Many of the young adults in some of the larger trulloc villages embed
jewels and gold within their stone skins, creating striking patterns and a
brilliant visual display. Most elders frown upon this practice, proclaiming
the marring to be vulgar as well as obscene. In addition, they argue that
such scarring can only bring ill luck and health. Strangely enough, the
elders are correct in some aspects. Many a young trulloc have been found
battered to pieces for the fine jewels embedded in their stony hides. Some
of the more barbaric human cultures, especially the Krymians, believe
that a gem obtained from under a trulloc's skin possesses magical powers.

### History

Trullocs claim that they were born when the land was created by Aryoch,
that they are children of the world itself. Thus, they believe they were
the first race of Primordiax and caretakers of the Mother Orb or, in their
native language, Mai'grom. This theory seems to be re-inforced by the
forces of H'Coyra, since the vols especially delight in destroying trullocs
and grinding their corpses into dust to be used in obscene ceremonies.

Deep within the Askakedja Range, an ancient castle of a trulloc king of
old stands at the base of the tallest peak, or so it is said in fables and
fairy tales. Some say that only trulloc eyes can distinguish the entrance
from the mountain's face, but no one has seen it for a thousand years. All
the treasures of the earth- gems, precious metals, and countless artifacts-
hang in the great halls of the castle, whose name has been lost in history.
Entire covens of trullocs exist with the sole goal of discovering and
recovering their lost empire.

### Racial Bonuses

+ Bonus to natural armor

+ Bonus to gem-cutting

+ Bonus to masonary

SEE ALSO: Races