Ultimate Races

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I've had this idea for a while, but never really got to writing it out. It eliminates the need for sub races, making variation in the races and cultures by themselves. In addition, it splits up the standard races into racial traits and cultural affinities. Racial traits define the genetics that make-up a character, while cultural affinities define her upbringing. Any race can be brought up in a culture that is not his or her own. Meaning he may choose cultural traits from multiple races. I would advise GMs to require a back-story when a player is brought up in another culture.

When defining your character’s race and culture, there may be multiple options to choose from under a single heading (such as skills or special abilities). Unless otherwise noted choose only one of the available options for your character.

Now for flavor text.

~Ian

Everyone, for now, feel free to add all the flavor text you want to any race except Dwarves.

[edit] Races

Dwarves

These mountain dwellers are known for their skills in warfare, knowledge of the earth's secrets, hard work, and their capacity for drinking ale.

Elves

The long lived elves, frequently overtaken by wanderlust, are known best for their poetry, song, and magical arts.

Gnomes

Gnomes are tricksters by nature, always getting into trouble and have a love for practical jokes. They are best known for their illusionary skills.

Half Elves

Misunderstood in both their parent's cultures, half-elves have learned to deal well with differences by joining the flexibility of humans and the wanderlust of elves.

Half Orcs

Half-Orcs have to work hard for acceptance, but they are able to bring together a mix of courage, brutality, and civility.

Halflings

Halflings are cunning and resourceful opportunists, known best for their balance between chaos and law.

Human

The descendants of pioneers, conquerors, and travelers, these short lived people are known best for there ever changing lifestyle and flexibility.

Orcs

Orcs are the strong and barbaric people from the north. They are seen as uncivilized by most other races, but they bring a commanding presence with them at all times.

Other

Still working on these, they'll be brought out here soon enough.