These are the races of Larthen. Click on the race you want to see the information for. Some may include sub-races, so keep an eye out for those.

• Human
  
• Shapeshifter
  
• Elf
  
• Death Hound
  
• Pegasus
  
• Dragon
  
• Unicorn
  
• Hybrids
  
  

Shapeshifter

General Overview

Shapeshifters are merely humans that have an extra gene that allow them to shift into another animal. Howevere, shapeshifters may shift into only one animal, and this animal is predetermined before birth. This animal may be different than the parents'. Shifters are usually shunned by humans and tend to live in secluded areas around Larthen. They have no other magical abilities than their natural ability to shift their appearance. Whether or not a shifter keeps their clothes when they shift depends on the individual. Shifters are very rare, however, as they are masters when it comes to blending in with their surroundings. Their senses are also heightened when they are in human form. Seeing as they are wanderers, they don't usually have professions, but those who do are very lucky. Their animal form also goes along with their human age. Shifters generally live from 80-90 years.

Subraces

None. However, they may change into anything as long as it is an animal.

Appearance

Shifters look just like regular humans when they are in their human form, although their human appearance is generally connected with their animal form. For example, a shifter with black hair would have black fur as the animal they shift into. They do not, however, have animal-like traits when they are in their human form, save for possibly longer canines. They tend to wear anything like humans.

Powers

Shape shift

Restrictions

None at the moment

Death Hound

General Overview

Death Hounds are disgusting creatures that live up on the hills of Death Mountain. They are considered the helpers of demons, carrying out their dirty work to bring others to Andalean where they would restlessly walk. They don't have much thought of their own, following the orders of their Banished masters. They tend to be lumbering, and move in packs, however their jaws pack a powerful bite. They tend to kill any that are born that have a hint of any color other than black on them, for what thought process they do have registers these beings as weak links. They tend to live to be 40-50 years of age.

Subraces

None

Appearance

Death Hounds are pure black in color, with blood red eyes that have no pupils, giving them a menacing look. Saliva drips from their jaws, pooling in a sticky mess on the ground. They are built like an over-grown wolf, their claws razor sharp and jutting out of their paws like talons. They reek of death, and just about any one, even with dull senses, can smell them coming. Some even have collars wrapped around their necks, but their agitated nature makes it difficult to get one around their neck.

Powers

None

Restrictions

None at the moment

Dragon

General Overview

Dragons are very wise creatures. They tend to keep to themselves, although some are known for attaching themselves to humans or other races. They hate to be ridden, being free of will, but those who are lucky enough to capture or raise a dragon are rewarded greatly with the power these beings possess. Dragons come with different magical abilities, and they may be the same or different as one of their parents, although they generally follow the mother's. However, this is not always the case. They aren't the type of creatures you want to make angry, so steer clear of a furious dragon, otherwise you may not have your head. They're very protective of their young, and will stay with them every moment they can. When a dragon bestows a gift upon another race, it is something to be treasured, and thankful for. Dragons tend to live for 500 years.

Subraces

Fire Fire dragons tend to have fiery tempers, and it isn't necessarily a good thing to cross into their territory. They tend to breathe fire and can withstand hot temperatures without much of a problem. Fire dragons tend to be more earthly colors such as brown, black, or even red. Despite their fiery tempers, they get along with most of their kind.

Ice Ice dragons are more cool and calm when it comes to problems. They breathe very cold air, which has the probability of freezing whatever it touches. Sometimes they even turn into ice crystals, falling to the earth and hitting whatever they can. Ice dragons can survive the cold without much of a problem, and prefer it to any other enviroment. Ice dragons tend to be cooler colors such as white or sky blue.

Acid Acid dragons are even full of more spitfire than their fire cousins. However, that doesn't mean all of them are. Acid dragons have the ability to spit acid, although most of the time their saliva is actually acid. It tends to come from their front fangs like a snake. Acid dragons can be any color, although they tend to be more greens or browns.

Wind Wind dragons can vary when it comes to temperment. They tend to be quiet one moment and then stormy the next. These dragons control the wind, and can cause cool breezes or strong winds that are brutal like those of a hurricane. They can be very deadly, and are known for making a mess out of surrounding areas. These dragons tend to be from a light gray to a dark stormy gray, almost black.

Water Water dragons tend to have even tempers, and are the mediators in many arguments. They control the water, and can even make it rain, which is why water dragons were once worshipped by the first humans on Larthen. They can transform water into anything they wish, and can also breathe underwater as well as walk on it. These dragons tend to be a dark blue in color, although they are also found in lighter blues.

Earth Earth dragons are very peaceful dragons who tend to be one with nature. They can control the earth, and are known for creating earthquakes when they are upset. They can bend the earth to their whim, and can even grow new plants if they want to. They're what holds the earth together. These dragons tend to be green or other earthly hues such as a variety pf browns.

Appearance

Appearance varies with each dragon, depending on their power. However, an overall appearance is pretty simple. They are large creatures closely related to lizards. They tower above any building by a long shot, often dwarfing the tallest trees. The only thing truly bigger than them are the mountains and caves in which they live. On their backs they have a large set of wings that enables them to fly and do whatever they please in the air. Their claws are long, razor sharp, and hooked like talons, giving them a deadly edge. Their bodies are covered in a thick layer of shiny scales that are so tough it blocks against sword attack and arrows, making them a powerful mount.

Powers

Fire, Ice, Acid, Wind, Water, Earth

Restrictions

None at the moment

Hybrids

These hybrids are the only ones currently allowed in Larthen. This list will be updated frequently with information on each hybrid.

Human-Elf Human-Elf hybrids are shunned by society. They are caught inbetween the two races, and neither race accepts them for that reason. They tend to live solitary lives, although it is possible for them to find companionship amongst others. Human-Elf rights are greatly disputed amongst Larthen today, for it is nearly impossible to eliminate it all together. These hybrids tend to inherit the traits of both parents, although they may inherit only one. Because of the human blood, they live the life span of a normal human. They may have some magical abilities.

Unicorn-Pegasus A Unicorn and Pegasus cross may also be known as a Unipeg or Pegicorn. Either way, this creature has both the wings of a Pegasus and a horn of a Unicorn. They possess the ability to fly and heal like both parents are able to do so. They come in a variety of colors and builds. THIS IS A RESTRICTED BREED. Staff approval only.

Pegasus-Horse This is cross can result in multiple things. The foal may be a Pegasus or it may be a horse. Either way, the foal will be born with wings or without, and it is very difficult to tell a cross between the two from a pure one. They come in multiple colors and builds.

Shapeshifter-Human This cross may also result in multiple things. The baby may be a shifter or it may be a human. If it is a shifter, it tends to take on the animal its shifter parent is. However, that is not always the case and they may take on an animal further back in the genetic tree. The same rules still apply with the hair and eye colors as well as aging. If the baby is more human, they will exhibit no traits of having a shifter parent. Half-Shifters are as shunned as the Shifters they descended from. They tend to live the lifespan of a human.

Shapeshifter-Elf Just like a cross between a shifter and a human, the baby may or may not take on the abilities of the shifter parent. If so, the animal tends to be that of the shifter parent, but may also be one further back on the genetic tree. In Elf form, the child will have pointed ears like the Elf-part of the family. If it takes on the appearance of an Elf, however, it will not exhibit any traits that may come from a shifter parent. Their ears will still be pointed and have the traits of an Elf. These hybrids live the lifespan of their shifter parts.