fantasy Creatures
TO BE MORE HUMAN OR NOT TO BE HUMAN
The Overlord not only brings in humanoid beings but some beings that are more animal than human. These fantasy and supernatural beings come from all places.
These beings include, but not limited to, shifters, werewolves, centaurs, minotaurs, and other similar creatures.
Fantasy Creatures have different levels of human traits.
No-human traits - Unicorn, Griffon, etc
Just a pinch of human -Minotaur
Partial human - Gorgon, Centaurs, fauns
A human and Animal form - Shifters and weres.
When choosing what fantasy creature to play, it is important to understand how these well these creatures interact with humans. Some will have an easy time with fewer limitations due to their ability to communicate and understand humans.
Characters that do not possess the ability to talk or the knowledge to interact with humans as easily will have this as one of their flaws.
Fantasy Creatures
ALL ANIMAL AND mOSTLY ANIMAL CharacterS
All Animal
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Appearance: nothing human
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Cannot speak
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These characters have more in common with the basic animals than humans
More Animal than Human
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Appearance they may have some features such as standing on 2 legs but their faces are not human
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Very limited speech
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May have more understanding then a normal animal buts motivations are more animalistic
50/50 ANIMAL& aNIMAL AND hUMAN CharacterS
50/50 Animal /Human
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Appearance 1/2human 1/2 animal
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Can speak
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While they may have some animals tendency they are closer to humans in the way they think.
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They do have some animalistic tendencies
Animal and Human
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Appearance: human form & an animal form
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Can speak in human form
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In human form, their enhanced senses still work.
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In animal form can be very dangerous to any one not of the same race.
Fantasy creatures and supernatural characters are found throughout many different types of lore. Some races are deeply connected to forests and nature, while others are tied to oceans, mountains, caves, or other unique environments. Players are expected to portray their characters in a way that reflects their original lore and to follow the guidelines outlined on the Character Creation page.
For many of these creatures, their lore has determined their character's alignment. not player choice.
Fantasy Creatures Character Alignment
Light Aligned
(Luminia Glade)
Unicorn
Pegasus
Centaur
Fauns
Dark Aligned
(Shadow Realm)
Werewolves
Minotaur
Gorgons
Basilisk
Neutral Aligned
(The Docks)
Merfolks
Shifters (Choose their alignment)
All aspects of a character’s appearance should remain consistent with the lore they originate from. If you are ever unsure whether a concept or ability fits, please reach out to an admin for clarification.
Fantasy Creatures Appearance
Fantasy Creatures Accessories
Wings, tails, horns and hooves
Merfolk
Mermaids and Mermen have a human form. (give them some leg)
Other merfolk may look more fishy then human depending on the lore.
Some Races have a few forms..
Werewolves and shifters
In Sovereign's Rest we do not have talking animals. If the race you have chosen doesn't have the ability to speak, then it cannot speak. We do know that some players lover playing animals and not being able to communicate can make the roleplay difficult. So we have come up with a few options for our fantasy animal loving Players.
OPTION #1
Play the Character as written
Players may choose to roleplay the creature strictly as it exists in its lore and natural behavior, and seek assistance from the Magister's Coven, when communication or interaction support is needed.
OPTION #2
Fantasy Shifter Option
CHOOSE 1 FANTASY ANIMAL TO SHIFT INTO (This only applies to Fantasy characters that are all Animal)
Players may choose to play their creature as a Fantasy Shifter. This means the character has both a human form and the ability to shift into a single, specific fantasy animal (e.g., Unicorn or Pegasus). While these creatures are not traditionally shifters in lore, this option is allowed to support communication and roleplay accessibility.
If this option is chosen, the character will follow standard shifter rules, including their associated strengths and flaws. The creature’s abilities remain tied to its animal form and may only be used while in that form.
Non Speaking Fantasy Creatures - More animal than human
A character's abilities and flaws come from their Lores. Read the Abilities and Flaws section of Character Creation to see what you character can pick. Below are a few suggestions for some of the creatures.
Fantasy Creatures ABILTIES
Merfolk
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Siren song / enchanting voice
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Emotional influence through music or singing
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Shifting ( losing the tail for legs) 2 post requirement
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Sonic Call (a loud vocal blast to push back an attacker)
Fauns / Satyrs
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Music affecting mood or atmosphere
Nagas /Basilisks
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Hypnotic gaze
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Venom effects
Flaws
FLAWS
Inherent Flaws
All characters on Sovereign's Rest have the Inherent flaws. *Description under Character Creations
Alignment Flaw
Power level flaw
Silver or Iron (based on alignment)
Fire
Lore Flaws
All fantasy and supernatural creatures have flaws built into their stories. (werewolf and moonlight). Players should keep the Flaws that are part of the original lore (vampire vs. sunlight). We are expecting all players to play fair and honest in using the correct flaws.
In addition to the Lore and Inherent flaws, Players should then pick at least 1 more flaw. (There are no limits on the flaws characters can have) See Flaws in Character Creation for more information.