Races

There are now five races on Ostensia, elves, humans, centaurs, mermaids and the corrupt. Mixing elves and humans is fine, just try not to all be half breeds. The other three can not be half-breeds (see corrupt for special exceptions)

Coloring of hair, skin, eyes, and such depends on the region you live in. Expect for the mermaids and centaurs.
(You are not limited to these characteristics, these are simply what the most prominent features are. People do move and mix.)

Also note we have three adoptable characters now. Check the bottom of this page for their descriptions.

Humans..

The males tend to be taller than females, though this is not always the case. Average height is about 5 '9" for men, 5'4" for females. They live typical lifespans of about 70 years, varying depending on the intensity of their region.

Drass Sea Region:

Cities: Inolia, Credden
Appearance: Red and copper hair, bright green and brown eyes, beige skin tones, freckles (comes with the red hair), and average builds.

Amazons:
Cities: Hastega, unmarked areas around Inolia and Credden that has Amazon tribes
Appearance: Due to their selective breeding tradition, the amazons have their own look separate from their surrounding area. Women stand as tall as 6', men being the shorter of the genders. Due to living and training outside you won't find a single fair skinned woman there. But new born babes and small children are naturally lighter. Their hair has gone from what was flaming red to more of a russet, deep color, sometimes nearing an auburn brown. They adorn themselves with trophies, feathers, claws, bones, and the sort. Their clothes are animal hide and usually skimpy. Boys born from an amazon woman will grow to be strongly build, tall, and darker haired; as if their father's lineage is hardly taken into account.

Ophes Mountain Region:

Cities: Ryrt, Capenhold, Ittor and Sunport
Appearance: They never really reach past 5'4" (males) and 5' (females). They have sturdier builds, slightly dark skin, brown to grey eyes and curly hair.

Dusty Hale Region:

Cities: Shaderi, Shadesburne, little of Avenberry
Appearance: Thick builds, tanned skin, dark hair and eyes, bigger men and slender women. Its not rare for them to be much taller than the average.

Odyl Sea Region:

Cities: Most of Avenberry, Merlot, Lotus City, Clodire
Appearance: Very fair skin, dark hair and light eyes, average height and build. It has diversity in its population, so appearances are mixed.

Gianhalli Gulf Region:

Cities: Balder, Catro
Appearance: Those who were born in the area tend to follow the look those east of them; fair skin, dark hair and light eyes. However, being port cities, there is an amazing amount of diversity and most people are of mixed heritage.

Elves..

Elves are prone to secluded areas, and mountains provide that for them. This is why the only real "regions" defined for elves are the only two mountain ranges in Ostensia. Elves and Humans are on friendly terms and have no problems with each other. They do live longer lifespans, nearing the 200 mark for some.

Valeese Mountain Region:

Cities: Innabarro, Earenya, Alaria
Appearance: Fair skin, hair, and eyes. Slender builds, tall, and the oh-so-classical pointy ears. Their facial features are sharper and more defined.

Ophes Mountain Region:

Cities: Capenhold, Sunport, Ryrt
Appearance: With a range of all eye colors (that are the norm), they lack any range at all with their hair; all Ophes elves have black hair. Their skin is more beige than their Valeese relatives. They do not stand as tall as the Valeese area and softer facial features.

Uncharted Islands(currently being named)

Mermaids..

Cities: Uncharted Island; near the Gianhalli Gulf
Appearance: A range of skin color, realistic colored hair and eyes; range of builds and heights; any colored whales-like fin with two smaller fins along the hips; gills along the sides.
Whispering:They speak telepathically to fellow mermaids but loose that ability when they become human. They can Whisper to all sea creatures, as well as command them to obey their will. There is no degree to their abilities. Notes:
- With the aid of pearls a mermaid can grow legs and lungs. They beach themselves then actually swallow the pearls. Transformation is very painful but not life-threatening.
- If the mermaid has a large stash of pearls they can remain human with no side effects, other than being really thirsty. We believe they grow depressed the longer and farther from the sea they are, however, sort of like a home sickness.
- Can not speak native Ostensian but can learn it after a few posts with a native Ostensian.

Centaurs..

Cities:Southern Most Uncharted Island
Appearance: A range of skin color, realistic colored hair and eyes; range of builds and heights; horse-half realistic horse coloring.
Whispering: Communicate with plants instead of animals. There isn't any distinct Degrees within this power, but there are some with more powerful abilities than others, but this is obtained over time and with training rather genetics.
Notes:
- They are half horse, half human, with a unique ability to split themselves. They can become fully human and their horse half becomes a horse, but they essentially remain one being.
- What happens to one half will simultaneously happen to the other; be this pleasure or pain.
- The hourse-half and human-half can not be separated for long, however, or they grow very weak. Nor can they be separated for a long distance either.
- Can not speak native Ostensian but can learn it after a few posts with a native Ostensian.
- Their ability is more of a "knowing" than a "talking" to the plants. The centaurs know when the plant is ill, or when it grows strong. They can also pick up on the more special properties of a plant; what can heal you, kill you, or.. grant you other special talents.
- Centaurs can control the growth of the plants and basically have a very green thumb.

NOTE: Those who join the site as mermaids or Centaurs will be unable to speak Ostensian, period. There will be no members who can speak to either race right off the bat, either. Both can learn, however, from either an NPC or an actual member (who then learns the new race's language, too) and it will only take a roleplay or two to accomplish.

The Corrupt

It has been a decade since the rogue Sage Fagan has made his presence known through the land. Rumors of his strange powers have spread far and deep enough many believe them to more than just rumors. People with animal characteristics; tails, wings, ears, fangs. Those of Fagan’s followers who used their whipsering power to due dubious deeds and have showed these signs have been given a most appropriate name: The Corrupt.

Appearance: Regular humans or elves in all appearances except for the characteristic(s) they acquired through their corruption. These characteristics must be of the same kind as their familiar(See Notes for full list). As you progress in your corruption you will acquire more and more of your familiars characteristics.
Whispering: Depending on how much you have done for Hell's Performer's (Fagan's group) you will gain more abilities than a normal person (centaur and mermaid included).
Notes:
- For full details on what you have to do to get more powerful whispering and animal characteristics see Hell's Performer's page.
- Your character can not have acquired their characteristics any more than 20 years ago. That is when Fagan formed Hell's Performers. If you want to be a deeper corruption than the first, only one characteristic, contact Fagan.
- Here are two very different lists of characteristics people take on when they go corrupt:

Felines:
+ Ears
+ Tail
+ Sharp Teeth
+ Sharp Nails
+ Better sense of Smell
+ Stronger Muscle(Depends)

Reptiles:
+ Thicker Skin
+ Coldblooded
+ Poisonous Teeth (Depends)
+ Taste through air

NOTE These are only two options, not even full lists. Be creative. But make sure you have your characteristics passed by Fagan before roleplaying with them.

Adoptables

These characters have no one to play them but are consecutively, key characters. So please, if you think you could enjoy playing them sign up! Simply put their name in your application and a good roleplay example of how you would portray that adoptable.

Alexis Ashfield
Rank: Duke of Balder
Age: 26
Gender: Male
Talent: 3rd Degree Felines
Familiar: None, previous three died

A very flamboyant man with a passion for clothes. He is not all that intelligent and has not real merit aside from his stunning beauty. He is the life of the party and fancies himself a brilliant seductress. Alexis has no qualms when it comes to gender and welcomes all to his bed.

Link to his current account

Few things to mention with him. He has rather turbulent past as he killed the eldest princess over a misunderstanding standing with lover, went into hiding for five years, and will soon be re-instated as Duke.

Aster Dais
Rank: Young Duchess
Age: 6
Gender: Female
Talent: Can be either carnivora or felines or avias
Familiar: None

First child of Fagan Dais, the rogue sage from his blacksmith wife Rose, she has light violet eyes like her father but her mothers red hair. She has been raised to take over Fagan's newly made city and castle. She is doted upon by her father. Further personality is up to you.

Can be a Corrupt if you want

Brae Dais
Rank: Young Duke
Age: 5
Gender: Male
Talent: Carnivora
Familiar: Herald the Desert Fox (picture already made)

Younger brother of Aster, Brae has the wavy black hair of his father as well as his dark violet eyes. Fagan is rather strict with this child as the Sage plans to make him the next Sage. Further personality is up to you, though keep in mind who his parents are.

Can be a Corrupt if you want




Races There are now five races on Ostensia, elves, humans, centaurs, mermaids and the corrupt. Mixing elves and humans is fine, just try not to all be half breeds. The other three can not be half-breeds (see corrupt for special exceptions) Coloring of hair, skin, eyes, and such depends on the region you live in. Expect for the mermaids and centaurs. (You are not limited to these characteristics, these are simply what the most prominent features are. People do move and mix.) Also note we have three adoptable characters now. Check the bottom of this page for their descriptions. Humans.. The males tend to be taller than females, though this is not always the case. Average height is about 5 '9" for men, 5'4" for females. They live typical lifespans of about 70 years, varying depending on the intensity of their region. Drass Sea Region: Cities: Inolia, Credden Appearance: Red and copper hair, bright green and brown eyes, beige skin tones, freckles (comes with the red hair), and average builds. Amazons: Cities: Hastega, unmarked areas around Inolia and Credden that has Amazon tribes Appearance: Due to their selective breeding tradition, the amazons have their own look separate from their surrounding area. Women stand as tall as 6', men being the shorter of the genders. Due to living and training outside you won't find a single fair skinned woman there. But new born babes and small children are naturally lighter. Their hair has gone from what was flaming red to more of a russet, deep color, sometimes nearing an auburn brown. They adorn themselves with trophies, feathers, claws, bones, and the sort. Their clothes are animal hide and usually skimpy. Boys born from an amazon woman will grow to be strongly build, tall, and darker haired; as if their father's lineage is hardly taken into account. Ophes Mountain Region: Cities: Ryrt, Capenhold, Ittor and Sunport Appearance: They never really reach past 5'4" (males) and 5' (females). They have sturdier builds, slightly dark skin, brown to grey eyes and curly hair. Dusty Hale Region: Cities: Shaderi, Shadesburne, little of Avenberry Appearance: Thick builds, tanned skin, dark hair and eyes, bigger men and slender women. Its not rare for them to be much taller than the average. Odyl Sea Region: Cities: Most of Avenberry, Merlot, Lotus City, Clodire Appearance: Very fair skin, dark hair and light eyes, average height and build. It has diversity in its population, so appearances are mixed. Gianhalli Gulf Region: Cities: Balder, Catro Appearance: Those who were born in the area tend to follow the look those east of them; fair skin, dark hair and light eyes. However, being port cities, there is an amazing amount of diversity and most people are of mixed heritage. Elves.. Elves are prone to secluded areas, and mountains provide that for them. This is why the only real "regions" defined for elves are the only two mountain ranges in Ostensia. Elves and Humans are on friendly terms and have no problems with each other. They do live longer lifespans, nearing the 200 mark for some. Valeese Mountain Region: Cities: Innabarro, Earenya, Alaria Appearance: Fair skin, hair, and eyes. Slender builds, tall, and the oh-so-classical pointy ears. Their facial features are sharper and more defined. Ophes Mountain Region: Cities: Capenhold, Sunport, Ryrt Appearance: With a range of all eye colors (that are the norm), they lack any range at all with their hair; all Ophes elves have black hair. Their skin is more beige than their Valeese relatives. They do not stand as tall as the Valeese area and softer facial features. Uncharted Islands(currently being named) Mermaids.. Cities: Uncharted Island; near the Gianhalli Gulf Appearance: A range of skin color, realistic colored hair and eyes; range of builds and heights; any colored whales-like fin with two smaller fins along the hips; gills along the sides. Whispering:They speak telepathically to fellow mermaids but loose that ability when they become human. They can Whisper to all sea creatures, as well as command them to obey their will. There is no degree to their abilities. Notes: - With the aid of pearls a mermaid can grow legs and lungs. They beach themselves then actually swallow the pearls. Transformation is very painful but not life-threatening. - If the mermaid has a large stash of pearls they can remain human with no side effects, other than being really thirsty. We believe they grow depressed the longer and farther from the sea they are, however, sort of like a home sickness. - Can not speak native Ostensian but can learn it after a few posts with a native Ostensian. Centaurs.. Cities:Southern Most Uncharted Island Appearance: A range of skin color, realistic colored hair and eyes; range of builds and heights; horse-half realistic horse coloring. Whispering: Communicate with plants instead of animals. There isn't any distinct Degrees within this power, but there are some with more powerful abilities than others, but this is obtained over time and with training rather genetics. Notes: - They are half horse, half human, with a unique ability to split themselves. They can become fully human and their horse half becomes a horse, but they essentially remain one being. - What happens to one half will simultaneously happen to the other; be this pleasure or pain. - The hourse-half and human-half can not be separated for long, however, or they grow very weak. Nor can they be separated for a long distance either. - Can not speak native Ostensian but can learn it after a few posts with a native Ostensian. - Their ability is more of a "knowing" than a "talking" to the plants. The centaurs know when the plant is ill, or when it grows strong. They can also pick up on the more special properties of a plant; what can heal you, kill you, or.. grant you other special talents. - Centaurs can control the growth of the plants and basically have a very green thumb. NOTE: Those who join the site as mermaids or Centaurs will be unable to speak Ostensian, period. There will be no members who can speak to either race right off the bat, either. Both can learn, however, from either an NPC or an actual member (who then learns the new race's language, too) and it will only take a roleplay or two to accomplish. The Corrupt It has been a decade since the rogue Sage Fagan has made his presence known through the land. Rumors of his strange powers have spread far and deep enough many believe them to more than just rumors. People with animal characteristics; tails, wings, ears, fangs. Those of Fagan’s followers who used their whipsering power to due dubious deeds and have showed these signs have been given a most appropriate name: The Corrupt. Appearance: Regular humans or elves in all appearances except for the characteristic(s) they acquired through their corruption. These characteristics must be of the same kind as their familiar(See Notes for full list). As you progress in your corruption you will acquire more and more of your familiars characteristics. Whispering: Depending on how much you have done for Hell's Performer's (Fagan's group) you will gain more abilities than a normal person (centaur and mermaid included). Notes: - For full details on what you have to do to get more powerful whispering and animal characteristics see Hell's Performer's page. - Your character can not have acquired their characteristics any more than 20 years ago. That is when Fagan formed Hell's Performers. If you want to be a deeper corruption than the first, only one characteristic, contact Fagan. - Here are two very different lists of characteristics people take on when they go corrupt: Felines: + Ears + Tail + Sharp Teeth + Sharp Nails + Better sense of Smell + Stronger Muscle(Depends) Reptiles: + Thicker Skin + Coldblooded + Poisonous Teeth (Depends) + Taste through air NOTE These are only two options, not even full lists. Be creative. But make sure you have your characteristics passed by Fagan before roleplaying with them. Adoptables These characters have no one to play them but are consecutively, key characters. So please, if you think you could enjoy playing them sign up! Simply put their name in your application and a good roleplay example of how you would portray that adoptable. Alexis Ashfield Rank: Duke of Balder Age: 26 Gender: Male Talent: 3rd Degree Felines Familiar: None, previous three died A very flamboyant man with a passion for clothes. He is not all that intelligent and has not real merit aside from his stunning beauty. He is the life of the party and fancies himself a brilliant seductress. Alexis has no qualms when it comes to gender and welcomes all to his bed. Link to his current account Few things to mention with him. He has rather turbulent past as he killed the eldest princess over a misunderstanding standing with lover, went into hiding for five years, and will soon be re-instated as Duke. Aster Dais Rank: Young Duchess Age: 6 Gender: Female Talent: Can be either carnivora or felines or avias Familiar: None First child of Fagan Dais, the rogue sage from his blacksmith wife Rose, she has light violet eyes like her father but her mothers red hair. She has been raised to take over Fagan's newly made city and castle. She is doted upon by her father. Further personality is up to you. Can be a Corrupt if you want Brae Dais Rank: Young Duke Age: 5 Gender: Male Talent: Carnivora Familiar: Herald the Desert Fox (picture already made) Younger brother of Aster, Brae has the wavy black hair of his father as well as his dark violet eyes. Fagan is rather strict with this child as the Sage plans to make him the next Sage. Further personality is up to you, though keep in mind who his parents are. Can be a Corrupt if you want