Magnithōrans
Giants
by
Santagarr Second-Hammer
These massive humanoids, standing three to four times Ārdan height, come in varieties reflecting elemental affinities: Fire Magnithōrans, Ice Magnithōrans, Stone Magnithōrans, and so on.
Forged by Valfǫðr himself, Magnithōrans occupy extreme environments matched to their elemental nature: volcanic regions, glacial fields, or mountain peaks. Their architecture features enormous stone constructions built to last millennia, with interior spaces that make visitors feel like mice in a castle.
Their society places immense value on three virtues: Strength (physical and emotional), Unity (loyalty to tribe), and Craftsmanship (creation of lasting works). Status comes from exemplifying these virtues rather than from birth or wealth. Living 400-600 years, Magnithōrans maintain trading partnerships with Ārdans who covet their elemental crafts, and protection arrangements with smaller races living near their territories.
- Folk Talent - Elemental Blood: Gain immunity to damage from your elemental heritage (fire, ice, etc.)
- Folk Talent - Earth-Shaking Stomp: Once per Sequence, you may stomp the ground with terrifying force. All creatures in Close range must roll Swiftness or be knocked prone, and structures will sustain damage.
- Folk Talent - Mountain's Endurance: Once per session, when reduced to half your Life Points or below, you may immediately regain 1d4 Life Points as your elemental nature sustains you.