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Sir. Nixoneoth G. - Tkani Exporation Northern Ranges date; 09/02/176119

My time with the Tkani, while short has been ample with new knowledge and a deep respect for this people and their culture. They are the essence of true hospitality, generousness, altruism and mindfullness. They are a peaceful race with simple morals and an infinite supply of respect and love for the earth. They are a unique people whom may appear to have simple differences from man at first glance but are truly a diverse group whos attributes range to countless arrangements of horns, appendeges and apparel.

Horns: One of the first and most striking thing you see when you glance upon a member of the Tkani. A Tkani will always be seen sprouting a single pair of unique and fascinating horns¹. Each pair of horns is unique to that individual, though the horns of a tkani can be categorised into three rough groups. Goat horns: which are often straight and pointy, Antelope which are long, sometimes ribbed and very elegant. And Ram, large and sturdy horns that curve downwards and outwards of the face. However there can be many variations and shapes of horns are often passed down from their parents. And horns can truly come in all shapes and sizes, even assymetrical.

Facial Structure: The next most prominent feature of a Tkani is their face. They're almost human at first glance but not quite. Tkani facial structures are often described as half human and half goat, some scholars have even suggested the Tkani may have a common ancestor with Gelflings but no evidence has been found for this. The nose and jaw stretch long down the face to a often stubby yet human nose. But dont let this goat comparison lead you to any assumptions however. Most tkani are omnivores and eat both meat and plants.

Poncho: The poncho, one of the single most important objects and attributes to the Tkani. No accepted² Tkani is seen without one, they're practically born with it. It often why theyre nicknamed Poncho-demons by other races less familiar with them, for their similarities to common demons with horns. (However to be clear, Tkani never have nor do have associations or blood ties to demonic races). When a couple is expecting a child the family will begin to weave or create a poncho for the new member. This will be a collaborative effort for the entire family and sometimes entire village. Tkani ponchos be it complex or simple are often symbols of their family, village and heritage. They can contain symbols, colours or patterns that reflect this. Each poncho is unique to that individual. When a Tkani is born they are swaddled in the Poncho they will wear the rest of their lives (unless exiled²). Common working Tkani wear ponchos that can range in length from their elbow to just past their fingertips. Only Royal and Magi Tkani¹ have been seen with floor length Ponchos at is seen as a sign of status.

Tails: Each Tkani sprouts a lengthy tail from the base of their spine. Tkani tails are pretty typical in appearance and are described as resembling that of northern trolls. They are long and tapered, mostly plain flesh (sometimes the flesh is covered in soft peach-like fuzz) with a big bushy tuft of hair. Each tuft is unique, can be small and thing or large, lengthy and thick to the extent it drags on the floor and often needs maintenance. On rare occasions have Tkani been documented with hairless tails, causes of hairless tails can range from sickness, age, personal preference or punishment. The hair on the end of the tail matches that of the individuals natural hair colour. both can be dyed, however the process is not very common.

Skin Tone and blood: Tkani skin colours vary from humans in their specrum. Depending on the individuals genes as well as their environment impacts the colour of the individuals skin. Tkani from the most northern and southern points of the continents have greyer skin tones, reflecting the colder climates. Tkani from the more temperate climates toward the equator can display skin tones that are more reddish or maroon in tone, and the rest can range between those two extremes.

Rough skin tone spectrum:
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Tkani blood can appear as any colour on the spectrum, this is also due in part to Tkani's association with magic as a race. The colour of their blood mostly effects tints and skin undertones. The easiest way to the see the colour of someone's blood is the inside of their ears, as they often have the brightest tint caused by the blood vessels being close to the skin. Like in cats and dogs ears. When they blush their blood also tints that.

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1. Magi Tkani and devotees of gods can have very rare mutations or attributes caused by their exposure to divine magic. See article; 'Gods in Review'

2. Exiled or banished Tkani. If a Tkani has committed a crime so unforgivable that the only viable punishment is to be banished, they will have their Poncho stripped off them and destroyed. This is a symbol to not only the village the individual originals but also to any Tkani this person encounters that this individual is to be known to not be worthy of the Tkani race. See article; ██████

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//metatext: bold text signifies relevance to the meta. In this case its all the important parts that relate to RARE traits or character design rules. There is no trait list as I want each tkani to be unique and representative of the creators unique style and inspirations. If you are unsure about a design of a tkani please dont hesitate to come to Heliocathus or any Tkani mod for confirmation.

view the rest of the fieldguide here: www.deviantart.com/tkani/galle…

important note: Tkani can ONLY have horns. Antlers and horns are DIFFERENT, please do not give your tkani antlers.

Description

Sir. Nixoneoth G. - Tkani Exporation Northern Ranges date; 09/02/176119

My time with the Tkani, while short has been ample with new knowledge and a deep respect for this people and their culture. They are the essence of true hospitality, generousness, altruism and mindfullness. They are a peaceful race with simple morals and an infinite supply of respect and love for the earth. They are a unique people whom may appear to have simple differences from man at first glance but are truly a diverse group whos attributes range to countless arrangements of horns, appendeges and apparel.

Horns: One of the first and most striking thing you see when you glance upon a member of the Tkani. A Tkani will always be seen sprouting a single pair of unique and fascinating horns¹. Each pair of horns is unique to that individual, though the horns of a tkani can be categorised into three rough groups. Goat horns: which are often straight and pointy, Antelope which are long, sometimes ribbed and very elegant. And Ram, large and sturdy horns that curve downwards and outwards of the face. However there can be many variations and shapes of horns are often passed down from their parents. And horns can truly come in all shapes and sizes, even assymetrical.

Facial Structure: The next most prominent feature of a Tkani is their face. They're almost human at first glance but not quite. Tkani facial structures are often described as half human and half goat, some scholars have even suggested the Tkani may have a common ancestor with Gelflings but no evidence has been found for this. The nose and jaw stretch long down the face to a often stubby yet human nose. But dont let this goat comparison lead you to any assumptions however. Most tkani are omnivores and eat both meat and plants.

Poncho: The poncho, one of the single most important objects and attributes to the Tkani. No accepted² Tkani is seen without one, they're practically born with it. It often why theyre nicknamed Poncho-demons by other races less familiar with them, for their similarities to common demons with horns. (However to be clear, Tkani never have nor do have associations or blood ties to demonic races). When a couple is expecting a child the family will begin to weave or create a poncho for the new member. This will be a collaborative effort for the entire family and sometimes entire village. Tkani ponchos be it complex or simple are often symbols of their family, village and heritage. They can contain symbols, colours or patterns that reflect this. Each poncho is unique to that individual. When a Tkani is born they are swaddled in the Poncho they will wear the rest of their lives (unless exiled²). Common working Tkani wear ponchos that can range in length from their elbow to just past their fingertips. Only Royal and Magi Tkani¹ have been seen with floor length Ponchos at is seen as a sign of status.

Tails: Each Tkani sprouts a lengthy tail from the base of their spine. Tkani tails are pretty typical in appearance and are described as resembling that of northern trolls. They are long and tapered, mostly plain flesh (sometimes the flesh is covered in soft peach-like fuzz) with a big bushy tuft of hair. Each tuft is unique, can be small and thing or large, lengthy and thick to the extent it drags on the floor and often needs maintenance. On rare occasions have Tkani been documented with hairless tails, causes of hairless tails can range from sickness, age, personal preference or punishment. The hair on the end of the tail matches that of the individuals natural hair colour. both can be dyed, however the process is not very common.

Skin Tone and blood: Tkani skin colours vary from humans in their specrum. Depending on the individuals genes as well as their environment impacts the colour of the individuals skin. Tkani from the most northern and southern points of the continents have greyer skin tones, reflecting the colder climates. Tkani from the more temperate climates toward the equator can display skin tones that are more reddish or maroon in tone, and the rest can range between those two extremes.

Rough skin tone spectrum:
sta.sh/023hsa8lamz1

Tkani blood can appear as any colour on the spectrum, this is also due in part to Tkani's association with magic as a race. The colour of their blood mostly effects tints and skin undertones. The easiest way to the see the colour of someone's blood is the inside of their ears, as they often have the brightest tint caused by the blood vessels being close to the skin. Like in cats and dogs ears. When they blush their blood also tints that.

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1. Magi Tkani and devotees of gods can have very rare mutations or attributes caused by their exposure to divine magic. See article; 'Gods in Review'

2. Exiled or banished Tkani. If a Tkani has committed a crime so unforgivable that the only viable punishment is to be banished, they will have their Poncho stripped off them and destroyed. This is a symbol to not only the village the individual originals but also to any Tkani this person encounters that this individual is to be known to not be worthy of the Tkani race. See article; ██████

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//metatext: bold text signifies relevance to the meta. In this case its all the important parts that relate to RARE traits or character design rules. There is no trait list as I want each tkani to be unique and representative of the creators unique style and inspirations. If you are unsure about a design of a tkani please dont hesitate to come to Heliocathus or any Tkani mod for confirmation.

view the rest of the fieldguide here: www.deviantart.com/tkani/galle…

important note: Tkani can ONLY have horns. Antlers and horns are DIFFERENT, please do not give your tkani antlers.