[RACES] The World of Origin [Archive] - Wizards Community

[RACES] The World of Origin [Archive] - Wizards Community

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The Blue Badger
09-24-03, 09:19 PM I usually use a single world for 3e campaigns, that I've given the name "Origin." This particular world is divided into several continents, none of which have "discovered" the others. So far, the PCs have only chosen to play humans, and an exception "cat-person", that he called a lynxian. I've got different races thought up for this world, but I've yet to put stats onto them. Thus far, the humans in the world have had different bonuses and such based on location, which has worked out fine. I'd like to get other people's opinions on the races that I've come up with. Now, mind you, they aren't completely original. They are just modifications of races that everyone is familiar with. I've thought about these races alot, and I have more to show than what I present here, simply for the fact that I'm using the world that they are in for a novel in the process of being written.

Giants : Giants in this world have little resemblance to those commonly used as monsters in most ADnD games. These giants stand at around 7 ft average, some getting up to 8. The race as a whole are warriors. Though, not barbaric warriors. The giants in Origin have a very strict sense of honor, and are firm in whatever beliefs they may possess.

Goblins : Goblins in Origin are not the standard short, stocky, devilish, rabbit-breeding annoyances that plague PCs in campaigns around the planet. First off, they are human size. They have long, pointy ears and powerful features. Skin colors range from dark green to blue. Their societies are almost completely tribal. Goblins are aware of the "greater scheme of things" in a far more accurate perspective than any other race.

Narsiri : The narsiri are difficult to explain. In the games that I am running, the people have yet to even come across the narsiri. The narsiri were the first users of magic. They came to Origin on a starship which carried their entire race. I could go on explaining for an hour their history, but to sum it up, the ship was abandoned and the narsiri forgot their knowledge of technology. The narsiri wouldn't be played as PCs, unless it was in later storylines. Such as a maritime setting, in which over sea expansion is on the rise. Their physical appearance is humanoid, but different in key ways. They are completely covered in fur of varying colors, and have fox-like features.

There are a couple others, but none of them stray too far from the racial standards in the books. Though, I haven't thought much about elves, dwarves, or orcs. There have been, however, halfling and gnome encounters in the two games. Thank you in response for whatever feedback you may decide to give.
Leaves
09-25-03, 03:03 PM For the best feedback, I recommend you repost the information on either Homebrew (http://boards1.wizards.com/forumdisplay.php?s=&forumid=295) or the Races (http://boards1.wizards.com/forumdisplay.php?s=&daysprune=1000&forumid=18) forum. You will probably get a better response.

For myself, I really like your interpretation of the Giants and Goblins. Giants that are just large people see as much play-time in literature as monstrously huge and brutish variety, and it's an interesting avenue that core D&D hasn't really explored.

What I really love is your comment that the goblins are more aware of the grand sceme than any other race. Goblins are traditionally always depicted as ignorant and back-water, while it's the elves or dragons who really know what's happening. But I think it makes just as much sense for widespread population to give an accurate perspective than long lifespans.

There really isn't enough about the Narsiri for me to form an oppinion. By the little you've posted they seem a little cliche, but really it all depends on the details of their personality, history and culture, so I can't judge on what little you've given. (Not to say that it was wrong not to give more info, your post was just the right length for readability!)

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The Blue Badger
09-25-03, 04:29 PM Thank you much for your comments, Leaves. I apologize if I was out of line in posting on this board, and I appreciate your correcting me in the manner. More than likely, I will post in one of the boards you mentioned. I am glad that you like my take on the goblin race. I admit, it is different from the norm, but it's something that seems to fit right with me. Again, thank you for posting your thoughts. Have a fine day.

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The Blue Badger 09-24-03, 09:19 PM	I usually use a single world for 3e campaigns, that I've given the name "Origin." This particular world is divided into several continents, none of which have "discovered" the others. So far, the PCs have only chosen to play humans, and an exception "cat-person", that he called a lynxian. I've got different races thought up for this world, but I've yet to put stats onto them. Thus far, the humans in the world have had different bonuses and such based on location, which has worked out fine. I'd like to get other people's opinions on the races that I've come up with. Now, mind you, they aren't completely original. They are just modifications of races that everyone is familiar with. I've thought about these races alot, and I have more to show than what I present here, simply for the fact that I'm using the world that they are in for a novel in the process of being written. Giants : Giants in this world have little resemblance to those commonly used as monsters in most ADnD games. These giants stand at around 7 ft average, some getting up to 8. The race as a whole are warriors. Though, not barbaric warriors. The giants in Origin have a very strict sense of honor, and are firm in whatever beliefs they may possess. Goblins : Goblins in Origin are not the standard short, stocky, devilish, rabbit-breeding annoyances that plague PCs in campaigns around the planet. First off, they are human size. They have long, pointy ears and powerful features. Skin colors range from dark green to blue. Their societies are almost completely tribal. Goblins are aware of the "greater scheme of things" in a far more accurate perspective than any other race. Narsiri : The narsiri are difficult to explain. In the games that I am running, the people have yet to even come across the narsiri. The narsiri were the first users of magic. They came to Origin on a starship which carried their entire race. I could go on explaining for an hour their history, but to sum it up, the ship was abandoned and the narsiri forgot their knowledge of technology. The narsiri wouldn't be played as PCs, unless it was in later storylines. Such as a maritime setting, in which over sea expansion is on the rise. Their physical appearance is humanoid, but different in key ways. They are completely covered in fur of varying colors, and have fox-like features. There are a couple others, but none of them stray too far from the racial standards in the books. Though, I haven't thought much about elves, dwarves, or orcs. There have been, however, halfling and gnome encounters in the two games. Thank you in response for whatever feedback you may decide to give.
Leaves 09-25-03, 03:03 PM	For the best feedback, I recommend you repost the information on either Homebrew (http://boards1.wizards.com/forumdisplay.php?s=&forumid=295) or the Races (http://boards1.wizards.com/forumdisplay.php?s=&daysprune=1000&forumid=18) forum. You will probably get a better response. For myself, I really like your interpretation of the Giants and Goblins. Giants that are just large people see as much play-time in literature as monstrously huge and brutish variety, and it's an interesting avenue that core D&D hasn't really explored. What I really love is your comment that the goblins are more aware of the grand sceme than any other race. Goblins are traditionally always depicted as ignorant and back-water, while it's the elves or dragons who really know what's happening. But I think it makes just as much sense for widespread population to give an accurate perspective than long lifespans. There really isn't enough about the Narsiri for me to form an oppinion. By the little you've posted they seem a little cliche, but really it all depends on the details of their personality, history and culture, so I can't judge on what little you've given. (Not to say that it was wrong not to give more info, your post was just the right length for readability!) http://www.geocities.com/leaves_or/leafcool.txt
The Blue Badger 09-25-03, 04:29 PM	Thank you much for your comments, Leaves. I apologize if I was out of line in posting on this board, and I appreciate your correcting me in the manner. More than likely, I will post in one of the boards you mentioned. I am glad that you like my take on the goblin race. I admit, it is different from the norm, but it's something that seems to fit right with me. Again, thank you for posting your thoughts. Have a fine day.