Race Guide

Anthian

Winged bird-like humanoids with voices like soft chirping birds.
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Anthian illustration

Overview

Anthians are short humanoids with bird/reptilian-like features. They possess sharp bird-like facial characteristics and distinctive feather-covered wings on their backs, making them renowned for natural flight. Their exceptionally beautiful voices sound almost like the soft chirping of birds.

Verified in the live game · August 9, 2026

Live Character Creation

These are the ranges and selectable appearance options currently offered when creating a Anthian. Descriptive lore elsewhere on this page adds roleplay context; where an older archival value differs, use this live-verified section for current character creation.

Alignment

Chaotic, Entropic, Orderly

Sex

Male, Female, Non-Binary

Typical Lifespan

45–110 years

Creation Age

18–110 years

Weight

60–140 pounds

Height

3'7"–5'2"

Eye colors (6)

Red, Brown, Dark Brown, Hazel, Gold, Orange

Hair colors (10)

Blonde, Light Blonde, Sandy Blonde, Dirty Blonde, Light Brown, Honey Brown, Reddish Blonde, Coppery Red, White, Silvery

Hair lengths (4)

Short, Medium, Ear length, Close cut

Hair styles (7)

Neat, Clean, Fresh, Sleek, Wavy, Messy, Ragged

Skin colors (6)

Light Brown, Tanned, Light Brown, Gold, Bronze, Pale

Demeanors (20)

Happy, Calm, Curious, Cheerful, Stoic, Brooding, Devious, Mischievous, Nervous, Arrogant, Distant, Energetic, Melancholic, Ornery, Upbeat, Watchful, Dark, Joyful, Angry, Smug

Classes listed by HELP ANTHIAN (9)

Fighter, Cleric: Order of the Heart, Cleric: Order of the Sword, Cleric: Order of the Hand, Bard, Thief, Barbarian, Forester, Rune Mage

Racial abilities listed by in-game help

None

Racial tensions listed by in-game help

They form their own opinions of each race as they play

Physical Characteristics

Eye Colors

Red, Brown, Hazel

Hair Colors

Blonde, Sandy, Yellow

Height

Males: 4'0" - 5'2"
Females: 3'7" - 4'8"

Build

Short humanoids with bird/reptilian features and feathered wings

Abilities & Traits

Strengths:

  • Natural flight capability
  • Night vision
  • Exceptionally beautiful singing voices
  • Sharp bird-like features

Limitations:

  • Lightweight build prevents carrying substantial cargo
  • Small stature limits physical strength

Culture & Society

Anthians are notably reclusive, preferring small communities in natural settings like canyons, bluffs, and crags over urban environments. Their mentality parallels Leuian culture - they exhibit strong pride and fierce dedication to family and community bonds.

Habitat Preferences

Anthians favor natural terrain features:

  • Canyons
  • Bluffs and cliffs
  • Crags and rocky outcroppings
  • Small, isolated communities
  • Avoid large urban centers

Cultural Values

  • Strong pride in heritage and abilities
  • Fierce dedication to family
  • Deep community bonds
  • Reclusive nature - value privacy
  • Love of natural beauty and song

Professions & Religion

Most Common

Bard
Forester

Uncommon

Runemage
Cleric
Fighter

Very Rare

Thief
Barbarian

Bards represent the most frequent urban profession among Anthians, as their beautiful voices make them natural performers.

Alignment & Religion

Alignment: May follow any alignment

Primary Deity: Elindale (traditionally favored)

Other Faiths: Any religion may be practiced

Role-Play Considerations

  • Flight provides unique mobility - use it creatively
  • Beautiful voice makes you natural bard or performer
  • Reclusive nature creates interesting urban interactions
  • Strong family/community bonds drive character motivation
  • Limited cargo capacity requires careful inventory management
  • Small size affects combat reach and strength
  • Prefer natural settings over cities
  • Pride in heritage shapes interactions with other races
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