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> [!infobox|right]
> ## Species Name (Common & Native)
> ![Crest or Symbol](https://example.com/symbol.png)
> **Also Known As**: [Nicknames, slurs, mythic titles]  
> **Classification**: [Humanoid, Beastkin, Spirit, Undead, Construct, etc.]  
> **Origin**: [Natural, Created, Cursed, Divine, Unknown]  
> **Lifespan**: [Range in years or unknown]  
> **Language(s)**: [Spoken/written]  
> **Typical Alignment**: [E.g., culturally lawful, inherently chaotic]  
> **Homeland(s)**: [Region or Realm]  
> **Population Level**: [Common / Rare / Endangered / Extinct]

## Overview
_A short evocative paragraph introducing the species — its appearance, mystique, and role in the world._

## Physiology
- **Height / Build**: General stature and form
- **Skin / Scale / Fur**: Textures, coloration, markings
- **Eyes / Vision**: Peculiar traits (e.g., night vision, spiritual sight)
- **Reproduction**: Sexual, asexual, spawned, reborn?
- **Aging**: Rapid maturity, long childhood, immortality?
- **Unique Traits**: Wings, tails, horns, magical organs, etc.
- **Weaknesses**: Natural vulnerabilities, cursed afflictions, etc.

## Mentality & Culture
- **General Intelligence**: Sentient? Hive-mind? Primal?
- **Values & Ideals**: Honor, survival, freedom, prophecy?
- **Social Structure**: Tribes, clans, empires, nomadic circles
- **Gender & Family Roles**: Binary, fluid, caste-based?
- **Traditions**: Coming of age, courtship, funerary rites


## Spiritual Affinity
- **Innate Powers**: E.g., Veil-sight, elemental breath, shapeshifting
- **Magical Resistance / Conductivity**: Do they store, repel, or amplify magic?
- **Connection to the Veil**: (If applicable in Vaelora)
  - Do they see through it? Worship it? Are bound by it?

## Role in the World
- **Territorial Range**: Where they live or roam
- **Allies & Enemies**: Species or factions they cooperate or war with
- **Reputation Among Others**: Feared, pitied, respected?
- **Historic Conflicts or Contributions**: Major wars, legends, inventions
- **Integration Level**: Are they welcome in cities? Used as slaves? Hidden?