Firbolgs

Lifespan: 400 years

  

Place of Origin: The Forest of Eternal Spring

Languages: Common, Giant

Darkvision: No

  

Racial Distrust: Most outsiders

  

Biological Compatibility: Firbolgs


 * One of the few terrestrial Giants (those who live in Orrin, as opposed to one of the various Elemental Planes), the Firbolgs are a secluded race of hunter-gatherers who live in the Forest of Eternal Spring. Similar to many of Orrin's peoples, Firbolgs are not ruled under a king, instead living in hidden communities inside the Forest, avoiding contact with other races unless absolutely necessary. Each Firbolg community is ruled by a council of Elders, and though each member of the community has a say in the decision making process of the community, the Elders ultimately make decisions. Each community is self-sufficient, living off of the land and taking only what is needed by its denizens. Firbolgs also actively support the ecosystem by replanting and taking care of  their immediate surroundings, both to benefit the Forest and to keep their tracks hidden. In return for this service, the Forest bestows Firbolgs with natural Fey magic, similar to that of the Elves.


 * Firbolgs are a reserved and cautious people, hesitant to deal with outsiders and preferring to interact only with other Firbolgs and the Forest. Some Firbolgs are even wary of dealing with Firbolgs from other communities, though most have a sense of racial pride and treat other Firbolgs with the same respect as those from their own community. Gaining the trust of a Firbolg is a difficult task, as first one must be found and convinced not to flee or fight. Those that do manage to gain the trust of a singular Firbolg will unfortunately not have won over the tribe; gaining the trust of an entire community of Firbolgs is a hefty task, and most consider themselves lucky to have assuaged the fears of one. Once convinced, Firbolgs make powerful allies; their large stature and innate magical abilities make them formidable opponents and valuable in support roles.


 * If one is lucky enough to meet a Firbolg, they can make for strong and trustworthy companions who are guided by an upright set of morals.