Human

Human
Race
Pronunciation	Hew-man
Archetype	Human
Nicknames	Exodians, Barbarians, Mundanes
Languages	Common
Vampiric Conversion	Possible
Aetherial Affinity	Level 3 - Can Cast Magic
Roleplay Difficulty	Easy
Racial Traits
Aetheriality	Physical
Max Age	90 Years
Strengths	Adaptable, Charismatic
Weaknesses	Social Division, Greedy, Selfish
Height	5' to 6'6"
Weight	100 to 280 lbs
Eye Colors	Brown, Hazel, Blue, Green, Amber, Red
Hair Colors	Black, Brown, Blond, Gray, Red
Skin Tones	Ranging from Pale to Brown
Average Physique	Slender to Colossal
Aetherial Limit	Class 4 Delta
Significant Demographics
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Known across Amestria as the proponents of war and politics, humans are the most abundant and divided race. They pride themselves on commerce and a structured society with multiple levels of aristocracy. The origin of humanity is unknown, only that they have existed long since before recorded history. Humanity is resourceful and clever, able to exploit the weaknesses of others to further their own gains. Humanity is very diverse and has taken on many cultural identities, some of which were influenced by non-human cultures.

Physical Characteristics

Humans have the most average appearance of any race, with no exaggerated features. Their height ranges from 5 to 6 feet and they have typical levels of strength. Humans can have skin tones ranging from very pale pink or creamy olive to dark brown, and can also have yellowish or reddish tones in some cases. They can have hair colors ranging from black, brown, blonde, and red. Their eye colors can be brown, blue, green, hazel, amber, and red. The specific combinations of these characteristics will vary depending on the human culture in question. Humans are noteworthy for their ability to adapt to foreign environments, which has allowed them to settle parts of the world that other races cannot tolerate. Humans have a lifespan of 90 years, which is considered short by many race's standards.

Red Eyes

There is a bizarre mutation within humans that causes one in five people to be born with red eyes. This mutation did not start appearing in humanity until after the end of the Exodian Era, which has led to the common belief that it is a curse that was bestowed upon humanity for trying to achieve godhood. Vampires also have red eyes, and this has led to many people being accused of being a vampire over the years. In modern times people do not assume such things without additional evidence, but back in the early days after the fall of Exodia it was a common misconception. Scholars have confirmed that the red eye mutation could occur in any family line at any point, proving that it is not linked to heritage. The true origins of red eyes have yet to be discovered, but a clue has been found indicating that it only occurs in humans of exodian descent thus not occurring in pure skaeggen bloodlines.

Mental Characteristics

Humans have a tendency to form social groups with others that they relate to. This extends from the smallest friend circle to the largest civilization, and will often result in a mosaic of differing factions that may not entirely agree with one another. They are often aggressive towards other factions with different views, and will actively oppose them if they feel their security is at risk. These numerous and complex social situations have given rise to a charisma and ingenuity that exceeds the other races in the areas of warfare and politics. Humans could be considered to be of an average intelligence, superior compared to beasts and mundane compared to the other sentient races. They are however, very creative and praised for their ability to think outside the box. Humans tend to have less empathy for others compared to most races, with only Vampires being lower on the scale.

History

The origin of humanity is unknown, predating any form of recorded history. It is known that they appeared during the same time frame that the elves first came about, however is is uncertain which race was present first. For the longest time, humanity lived in small villages scattered throughout Amestria. Then came the discovery of magic, which soon lead to a golden age. They would go on to create the great machina city known as Exodia, and reign supreme over the world. This golden era did not last long however, as their boundless greed and corruption would eventually lead to the destruction of their civilization and their cities. The remnants of their empire would become the foundation for every modern human kingdom.

Humanity has endured many hardships since their fall from decadence, but have persevered and have become even stronger in the process. Remnants of their past still haunt them today in the form of superstitious beliefs such as the Exodian Curse, and various conservative religions. The dawn of a new technological era is on the horizon, and with it come the possibility of change.

Society

Human society is known for it's diversity, however most societies have a structured hierarchy and some form of bureaucracy. Aristocracy is prevalent in almost all human civilizations, and holds a considerable amount of power. Humans love stratification of the social classes and are always looking for ways to elevate themselves from the people below them. The aristocracy will often take form as great houses or dynasties which compete with one another for power over the state.

Machina Taboo

All human societies of exodian origin have banned the creation and usage of machina since the very beginning of the post-exodian era. Many people are afraid of such devices triggering another cataclysm, and this fear has passed down through the generations. The Exodian Curse is a constant reminder that humanity had once stepped too far, and serves to warn people against such an event happening again.

Politics

Although humans can be found operating under a multitude of government forms, the preferred government types of humanity are monarchies and dictatorships. There are instances where republics and democracies are preferred, but these societies are more prone to instability then the standard autocracies which humans prefer. Aristocracy is very prevalent in governments and governance over various districts and fiefs are often assigned to wealthy families in exchange for loyalty to the state.

Culture

There are many human cultures across Amestria, ranging from slight differences to major deviations. Humans located on the western end on the Exodius Continent tend to be more traditional and are less militaristic, while cultures located on the eastern end tend to be more progressive and very militaristic. Then there are human settlements on other continents, which have developed an entirely different culture through centuries of separation from the rest of humanity.

Religion

Olde Faythe

The olde faythe has remained within exodian society since before the fall of Exodia. The number of believers has decreased in the presence of the holy cardinal pontificate. Even so, those who still believe in heaven's divinity are more resolute then ever before. While most have turned away from the olde faythe in centuries past, a new stream of believers are coming into the fold as the corruption of the church grows more apparent.

Holy Cardinal Pontificate

Otherwise known as the church, the pontificate is the most common religion in Amestria. The church preaches the cardinal teachings, which promises believers a place in the afterlife if they adhere to the church and teachings. Unlike other religions, the pontificate demands tithings to remain in good standing towards the the church. The religion has it's own sect of holy warriors known as Cardinal Knights, and above them are powerful religious figures known as maesters.

Military

War has always been a major aspect of humanity, and as a result military traditions are very prevalent in human society. From knightly orders to mercenary guilds, there are many different aspects to the human war machine. The tactics and equipment employed varies by culture, but one thing shared by all humans is their use of magic. Since humanity can draw upon greater reserves of aether then any other race, they possess a distinct advantage in sheer destructive power. The Aetherial Arts have always been a key component in the success of any human nation, and kingdoms which lack sufficient aetherial might eventually get overpowered by their neighbors. Not surprisingly, human rulers spend more resources on standing armies and military resources than any other race.

Economy

The economy is emphasized in human culture, playing a massive role in their daily lives. Human economics is very much driven by supply and demand, with merchants sparing no expense looking for the cheapest goods and the best places to sell them. Frequent wars ensure that the economy doesn't stagnate, and often helps grow the economy.

Magic and Technology

Magic plays a very important role in human society, and is more widely used in human cultures then any other race (except the aesir). Humans are able strike a balance between the complexity of spells and the aetherial energy they can draw upon, allowing them to use aether to it's full potential. Most human societies maintain heavy use of magic, which can range from warfare to everyday use. A significant amount of education and practice is required for humans to be able to use magic in any functional capacity, and as such the aetherial arts is considered it's own respectable profession. Mages and other aetherial specialists have usually mastered one branch of magic, and on very rare occasion two. Humans host academies that teach the aetherial arts, but they are usually inferior to the prestigious magic academies of the Aesiri. Many noble families send their children to Aesiri academies instead of human ones for this reason.

When it comes to non-aetherial technology, humanity is simply average. They have a rudimentary understanding of metallurgy and typically use Wattle and Daub or stone and cobble construction. Humans are quite advanced in the areas of warfare and economics, possessing advanced knowledge of military formations and high-level combat strategy. Humans also have advanced fighting forms for various weapon types, along with dedicated schools teaching each style.

Interbreeding

Human + High Elves will result in a person that has less pointed ears and features between a human and an elf. They live up to 180 years and can have elven eye colors. They can cast slightly more intricate magic then humans but they cannot use as powerful spells. It is very easy for them to learn magic and they require little discipline to sense it.

Human + Dark Elves will result in a person who has physical characteristics between the two races. They will inherit human skin color and dark elven white hair color. Their eye colors may be dark elven or human. They have an easier time using magic then normal dark elves but still not as proficient as a normal human. They can live 120 years.

Assorted Info

• Red eyes have a certain degree of significance in many human religions.
• Despite the fall of Exodia, some humans still consider themselves a godlike race.