Scalekin

## Characteristics

### Appearance

Scalekin are bipedal reptiles, their scaled skin, is one their most striking visual traits. They walk on their large toes; as they are digitigrades, their feet make up near one forth of their full leg length. At the back end of a Scalekin's torso is a long tail, evenly shaped, the end decreases in width before becoming a point. At the end of their limbs, in the place of nails, appear to be claws with sharp green colouring. Green scales are broken up by a lighter shade appearing on the bottom of their chin, down the neck, stretching over the torso, though the legs, and along the bottom of their tails. While it appears they have some white in their eyes, the pupils are so large, you wouldn't be negligent for not noticing.

### Biology

Even with their incredibly large eyes, Scalkin are near-sighted compared to other species, strictly being unable to make out objects approximately 100 meters away from them.

Scalekin have the ability secrete an oil which protects from heat and UV rays, like sunscreen, this secretion can be shared universally with other species. Even so most find this protective body oil disgusting. Due to not having living skin, Wraiths and most Constructs, do not have a use for this oil.

## Culture

Most of the Scalekin population lives in The Strain and for directly unclear reasons, Scalekin often work in more violent or defensive careers as mercenaries or security. They value education quite low and are typically illiterate.

## Original official description

This is the Original one paragraph definition, given on the [1]RNG SMP twitter . While most of the information is likely mostly accurate to our current understanding, it should be taken with a grain of salt.

> Scalekin are a humanoid-lizard species, biped creatures with think, scaled skin covering all their body. Not only are they naturally resistant to all temperatures (though they prefer the warm sun), they're also skilled warriors. Scalekin will often be recruited as caravan guards and mercenaries - with their resistances and ability to decept an enemy with their sneaking capabilities make them a formidable foe.
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## "Risk" {need to find a proper name} book

The book *Lizard Ancestry* from [[Inset Event Name Here]]:

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> 1/10An evolution from the natural world's reptilian family, the biped creatures known as Scalekin have a common ancestry within the Strain.
>  Due to their evolutionary nature, and the climate they reside in, Scalekin [2]rarely wander from the environments they are built for, and will almost always be situated in arid climates.
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> One rare circumstance is some Scalkin living in swamp areas, with physical traits resembling that of crocodiles or alligators
> [3]This subspecies however, has since regressed into dormancy over the years, if not total extinction.
> Physically, Scalekin will always resemble a member of the reptile species group, and be covered in think leathery scales to protect them from not[4]only their homeland's weather, but also it's flora/fauna.
>  To protect their own body from drying under the sunlight, Scalekin have developed the ability to secrete a viscous liquid similar to that of the aloe vera plant, to moisturize their epidermis - though this usually smells[5]similar to that of sweat.
> This liquid seems to be safe not only to Scalekin, but universally between species, and has been previously harvested with its scents modified to be used as a moisturizer for Jade residents during Summer heatwaves.
> [6]Scalekin seek to uphold any and all alliances and bonds they create between both other Scalekin and other species - and while not always adept at recognizing the emotions of others, are able to earn the favor and trust of many of their acquaintances.
> [7]They have reported to be adept couriers, mercenaries, and shopkeepers - if they choose to pursue scholarships.
> However, they are also known to volunteer for opportunities if they see reward in it, and will assist others if it helps them succeed.[8]Due to Scalekin evolution, their eyes have adjusted to be most attuned to nighttime.
> As such, Scalekin not only struggle in bright, harsh lights, but also struggle with the use of ranged weaponry. This has led to them evolving quick[9]reflexes and agility, to dodge any ranged attacks, should they be targeted.
> This agility also makes them skilled runners, relating to their common career paths of mercenaries and couriers. They are also good at delivering letters, and offer an air of[10]secrecy between clients.
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> Due to their unwavering loyalty, their keen discretion, and their warm hearts in cold-blooded bodies, Scalekin have been argued to one of the greatest ally species within Endyre.
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