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At a Glance

Anthropomorphic feathered bird humanoids.

Subraces

None

Physical Characteristics

Height
3 ft. - 5 ft.
Weight
50 lbs. - 100 lbs.
Skin Type
Feathered
Skin Color
Rainbow of colors
Eye Type
Bird-like
Eye Color
Varies
Hair Type
None
Hair Color
None
Physical Extras
wings, talons, beak
Lifespan
Ave 64; Max 90
Language
avian
Breeding
Avian, Hanyou, Demon, Ambar, Saurot

General Description and Biology

Avians are small to medium sized bird-like humanoids. Many are covered in
colorful feathers that fit their bird archetype which can be greatly varied,
while others have human like skin with just wings and some feathers about
their person. Many have digitigrade legs covered in scutes and talons,
though some are more humanoid in form. What is common is their hollow bones
which makes them quite light and aids in their flight. They have a large
wingspan that is many times their height to allow for natural flight. Some
have only wings with hands on the ends with the feathers on their arms,
while others have both wings and arms. Some avian tails are long enough to
trail along the ground but these birds usually hold such tails aloft to keep
them clean. Avians have nictitating membranes that can close over their eyes
with a milky white film to protect them while flying. Like all
Anthropomorphic races, they can be fully bird like in facial features or
more human. So, some have beaks and others mouths.

Basic Personality

Avians are naturally social creatures that tend to be friendly, delighting
in community bonds and forming close friendships. They tend to enjoy music,
play and flying, often They recognize other avians by plumage (especially
wings and tail) and other races by the largest bodily feature they have.
They take this a step further and often recognize other races by their hair
coloring and clothing, which can lead to confusion.

Origin and Lore

It is unknown how avians started. Many suspect it happened when a human
crossed with a bird, but this has been disproven as avians are not mammals
like humans are. While they may have human like faces and hair, but that's
as far as it goes. With the origins of avians shrouded in mystery, some of
them dedicate their lives to finding out, but none have yet succeeded.

Preferred Habitat

Mountains, forests, cities

Society Structure

Avians are generally social creatures. They consider their closest
companions their "flock" and will defend them with their lives due to their
unbending loyalty if treated right. They tend to mate for life and lay
several clutches of eggs and will defend their family and eggs with their
lives. They tend to keep track of their family lines and histories through
song and story. These are passed down as traditions within different flocks.