Firbolg

History

Long have there been things that dwelt in the lands of Aabahran, unseen and hidden from the eyes of the masses. No matter how many explorers blaze uncharted paths, or society spreads, there are things that may be lurking even in plain sight. For the forests, these are the firbolgs.

Firbolgs have lived solitary and secluded lives among the trees and forests. Their purpose was to tend to their own, and often to clean the messes and repair the damage to the woods caused by man and beast alike. After the intruders would depart the firbolgs would do their part to tend to nature and nurture their homes back to strength.

Tales would be told by those who would invade the forests of sightings of large creatures walking among the trees or following in their footsteps, but these were considered myths and tall tales. Reports unable to define clear features in the foliage dismissed by most.

But everything has a breaking point. Over the millennia the peace and serenity of the forests has been taken advantage of by countless. The uncaring destruction and abuse has driven even these kind hearted beings to their limits.

The first time the firbolgs made their presence known to the lands was their strike against the fire giant loggers of Elium Forest. Observing the wicked way that the loggers would chop trees, the foul slaying of the creatures, and the monstrous treatment of even their own laborers, the firbolgs took up arms against them.

They did not ally themselves with the druid Torilar, or even align themselves with the factions of the land that protect the forests, but struck out to protect with light in their hearts.

After the firbolgs made themselves known to the lands, they too began to explore beyond their homes. They have quickly made themselves a far more common sight, no longer just a legend told by those who thought they had seen one, but familiar beings all throughout the world.

Appearance

Firbolgs are a large and yet colorful species. Of a similar stature to the minotaurs, they still were able to remain shrouded in the forests. Their features are very angular, sharp jawlines and broad shoulders are displayed. Their skin tones and hair colors are almost faelike. Skin tones that range from pale grays and blues to far more vibrant colors. Their hair and eyes are always bright and can reflect any color of the rainbow.

Hometown

As they are not native to any city, the firbolgs that have struck out into the lands call home only by name. They base themselves in Val Miran and Maelbrim, but rarely consider it their true homes.

Religion

The firbolgs are often a deeply religious race. They most commonly follow the religious practices of Nature and Life. Their time in the trees giving them a connection to Nature, their embrace of harmony leading to Tranquility, their empathy to Compassion, and their vengeance against the wicked to Purity.

Society

The firbolgs did not have much organization or leadership. While families would often stick together, they would mingle with others of their kind and branch out, able to fit in most any place.

Relationships with Other Races

Firbolgs are able to find kindred spirits in most. They are quick to friendship and form bonds. Those that are open to benevolence will be quickly accepted as a neighbor to the firbolgs, while the vile will find themselves on the wrong side of a firbolg.

Physical Adaptations

The firbolgs have lived in, and have a unique connection to the forests. Their bodies and minds regenerate quickly while in the woods, as their surroundings will tend to the firbolgs as the firbolgs tend to them. Due to a history of living beneath the canopy of the forests their bright eyes have adapted the ability to see unassisted in the dark.