Goliaths

Lifespan: 100 years

  

Place of Origin: The Crimson Mountains

Languages: Giant

Darkvision: No

  

Racial Distrust: Most outsiders

  

Biological Compatibility: Goliaths


 * A hardy race of semi-nomadic warriors and scouts, the Goliaths of the Crimson Mountains are one of the few terrestrial Giant races in Orrin. The Goliaths live high in the peaks of the Crimson Mountains, though there are tribes that can be found in various other mountainous regions of the world. Preferring to live off of what they can find in the mountains, there are no real Goliath settlements, and most tribes (ruled by one or more Elders) are nomadic, staying in one area for a month at the longest before moving on to allow the lands to be revitalized. Because of the size of the Crimson Mountains, most Goliath tribes do not interact with each other, but on the off-chance that two tribes do meet, they are generally amicable and often engage in trade and celebration.


 * Goliaths value strength (both physical and mental) and are very competitive, often engaging in friendly competition with each other to settle disputes and bond. They tend to prefer their own company and are wary of most outsiders, but if an individual is hardy enough to traverse the Mountains and discover a Goliath tribe, they will honor their conviction and grant them an audience with their Elders. It is not impossible for members of another race to join Goliath tribes, but only the most exceptional of outsiders that manage to complete a series of challenges will be considered. They will on occasion interact with other groups if they deem it necessary, but prefer to rely on themselves, and will fiercely defend their tribes from any potential assailants.


 * Goliaths, a strong and proud race, make wonderful (if not somewhat wild) companions. Though they are not particularly skilled when interacting with society, they are reliable fighters and are a good backbone for an adventuring party.