Cetra

A usual Cetra appearance.

The **Cetras** are a subhuman specie and an ancient race that spanned thousands of years ago. Though they are mainly humanid in appearance, their true forms consist of a crystal-like creature with long horns and healing spirit magic. They are the main creators of the Demon Gems.

## History

The history of the Cetras is somewhat difficult due to their elusiveness and nature to hide. However, it is said by Fēng that the Cetra's were created by the Mother of Cetra's, whom was granted powers after forging herself with a powerful crystal that is able to crystalize and create a defense mechanism for those who visit the Hikashima Shrine, now in present day Elveria. Their temple is defined as sacred, and non-cetrans are prohibited from entering because of their fear of humans.

Because of their ability of crystallization, many hunters sought to find Cetras and hunted them down in order to make them fine jewelry for the noble, resulting in their population to deplete and causing the Cetras to go into hiding because of their population further being endangered. As a result, the remaining population sought refuge within Elveria, building the Hikashima temple and growing their population once more.

## Physiology

Cetra's have a complexion similar to humans, yet they have fully white eyes and pure white skin with long dear horns and tails. Their notable traits are their crystal-like horns that are able to pierce through vines. As Cetra's are a subspecie, they are considered to be immortal unless they permanently crystalize. Their hair and eyes are also mainly white, having a pearlescent coating to them, which transfers vitamins and other natural antibodies that assist them in functioning.

### Mix between a human and cetra

The mix between a human and Cetra is seen as a taboo in their culture, but is still allowed under the guise of the mother, who rules the sub-specie and acts as their creator.Iif she deems the person capable of marrying or engaging with a Cetra, she will give them her oath, but refuses to unless the human proves themselves to her. Human-cetra hybrids are uncommon and typically do not live as long as their pure counterparts. They are capable of crystalizing, though it can lead to it being permanent if it is not controlled properly or managed well enough.

## Habitat

Cetras main habitat are cold, dry climates. Because of their crystal physiology and abilities, they mostly stay in colder climates in order to survive. The Hikashima temple, where most Cetras reside in, is a mostly cold temperature. Though Cetras can survive in warmer weather, their magic will become significantly weaker.

## Abilities

**Crystallization:** The Cetras are creatures that are able to crystalize temporarily or permanently as an act of defense or for resource reasons. When a Cetra fully transforms into a crystal, they are unable to turn back unless they have enough antibodies to refute the process.

**Spirit Magic:** As they are closely related to spirits and spirit demons, Cetra's are able to have spirit magic and can control masses of light magic without problem. However, their spirit magic is slightly weaker than spirits and demons.

## Weaknesses

**Crystal Forms:** The Cetras main weakness is fully crystalizing. When a Cetra is fully crystalized, they cannot revert it unless they produce enough unique antibodies that can prevent them from crystalizing fully. This form makes them easy targets for hunters who are willing to sell them for jewel making.

**Overuse:** Like many magical creatures, the main weakness of a Cetra is overusing their abilities. If they happen to do so, their powers will start to glitch and their physiology is permanently damaged due to the constant overuse of their crystalization.

## Trivia

* The concept for Cetras were inspired from Cetras from the *Final Fantasy Franchise*.
* As they are a subhuman specie, they have similar complexions to humans, except they are much taller and have more durable bodies.