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Learn more about some of the inhabitants of The City
Humans
Alongside all these mythical species and beings reside humans. Although they may not have the longevity of vampires, the biological tools of werewolves or the raw strength of other species, humans still manage to find themselves well equipped and equally commonplace as these other species. Unlike most other species, there is no feral equivalent for humans like for vampires and werewolves, and they do not require any additional requirements to stay healthy, such as blood for vampires or water to live in for mer-people. Humans are also very flexible, able to master both magic and technology easier than other species, and this versatility is crucial in The City.
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Of course, tools are not the only options available to humans. Many other methods of enhancement exist in the city, from Genetic mods changing their very biology, to advanced exosuits ranging in shape and power to suit their needs. Humans are also able, of course, to be transformed into many of the other species in the city through death, a bite or however those species spread and whilst many do not, many others may live a full life as a human before becoming something more.
Soucrian Vampire
Based on the Caribbean folklore of the Soucriant, Soucrian vampires are one of the more common strain of vampire found throughout the city. They share some similarities with other strains and all vampires generally, such as their longevity, their dislike of bright light and their reliance on blood for sustenance, however in some ways they differ greatly. Unlike some other vampires, who may transform into bats or black smoke, Soucrian Vampires transform into fireballs as they fly across the night sky of The City, and in areas where Soucrian vampires rule, these fireballs light up the sky.
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In addition to this, Soucrian Vampires have a particular affinity for magic. Whereas other Vampires simply use blood as a food source, they also wield it in the form of blood magic, using it to cast deadly spells and rituals. For this reason, high quality and unique blood has become a pseudo-currency for groups of Soucrian Vampires, able to be used for the most powerful blood magic possible.
Gremlin
One of the more overlooked species in The City is the gremlin, a small creature with large eyes and ears, but a small stature. Whilst they are less common around the city, where there is one Gremlin there is likely to be hundreds, with them living in large groups where leaders are seemingly chosen at random. Their small stature and biology makes it very easy for them to go unseen and to sneak into places they shouldn't be, and Gremlins can often be a far greater threat than others think they are.
Despite their reputation for being not very intelligent, Gremlins have a natural affinity for technology, often tinkering and "borrowing" tech from others to experiment with, and to use to build new machines and tools. Gremlins are also very sociable creatures by nature, and will often find groups and areas that are heavily crowded to live and operate in and, despite their caution of other races, can be quite friendly if engaged.
Yakshan Natura
The Yakshan Natura are a relatively common species of nature embodiment found all across The City. Squat and stocky with large round faces, Yakshan Natura prefer to make their homes in the wild areas, inhabiting parks, woods, swamps and more. Where this is not possible, they will slowly and passively morph the land around them, causing vines to sprout, trees to grow and nature to take over wherever they are inhabiting. Whilst some find this annoying and judge the Natura for it, others enjoy the greenery and nature they bring, a sight which can be often unseen in large areas of The City.
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Yakshan Natura are known to have a mischievous side, often pulling pranks and tricking those around them for fun. Many of these pranks are harmless fun and are taken as such, but some are more malevolent, using their command over nature and trees to meet their own selfish desires. One thing all Yakshan Natura share is a deep protective nature of plants and wilderness, and destroying or disrespecting the natural world is a sure-fire way to draw their ire.
Shadows
Shadows are the most common inhabitant of the Shadow Realm, analogous to Humans in the Human Realm. Humanoid figures made of an ink-like substance, Shadows are known for living in the unclaimed parts of the Shadow Realm, wandering the darkness and establishing settlements that can sometimes grow to gigantic sizes.
Shadows have a number of strange abilities linked to their fluid forms, able to change their limbs into blades and lassos, as well as being able to mentally link to other shadows. They also seem to have an intrinsic link to the Shadow Realm as a whole and, when in an area, can mimic the traits of that area and its main inhabitants. Shadows living in the demon kingdoms can call upon shadowy parallels of demonic magic or grow black horns and tails, whilst the shadows that wander the fae forests can wield a dark version of the illusory powers created by the fae and their domain. Often underestimated or ignored, the Shadows are numerous and deceptively powerful.
Bouda
Known as some of the most ferocious inhabitants of the Shadow Realm, The Bouda are humanoid hyenas that are treated with fear and suspicion by many people. Tales are told of their ferocious bloodlust, of how they dig up corpses and consume them, and of their savagery and skill with curses. Even in their homelands, the plains of Ààsì, little is known about them, and they are said to keep to themselves, driving out any who enter their territory.
In actuality, the Bouda are quite friendly, and whilst they are defensive of their territory, this has come from decades of attacks by misinformed or narrow-minded attackers. They have devoted themselves to the destruction of hostile undead, leading to the rumours of grave robbing, and have a strong sense of honour. To those who show their good intentions, the Bouda are very hospitable, with a rich culture and sense of community. They are also incredible blacksmiths, and some of the best weapons in the realm, unbeknownst to their wielders, come from the factories and armouries of the Bouda.
