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Roen
[species]
Pronunciation: (ROW-en)
Homeworld: None
Empire: None
The Roen are perhaps the most populus rational species in the galaxy, but are not politically organized as are the Humans or the Alyae. Instead they remain resolutely neutral in galactic and even local politics, preferring a moderate degree of isolation. They are not inhospitable or unkind to other species, they are simply uninterested in involving themselves too deeply in the cares of others. The species has both nomadic impulses and a desire for putting down deep roots and forming a connection to the land
Physical description
The Roen are short and small, with fur covered bodies and rodent features. Like the Ulfar, they have an inverted shin, though they have significantly smaller claws on their feet. Unlike the Ulfar, the Roen have large incisors on the upper and bottom rows, instead of a prominent canines. There are six variants of the Roen, each with a distinct set of phyiscal features
Relations
The Roen have generally good relations with most of the rational species, though their isolation is sometimes mistaken for simplicity. In some cases, the Roen are not welcome neigbors, in which cases the Roen are just as likely to leave as they are to dig in, even if they have lived in an area for generations
Adventurers
Some Roen feel the nomadic impulses of their species so strongly that they seek out the wider world more permanently, never settling down. Many Roen adventurers still travel primarily with other Roen, driven by culture and instinct. There are a relatively small number of Roen that travel without Roen companions. The Engul are typically more likely to become adventurers, and more likely to travel with other species
Sub-species
Roen are grouped into two general categories, the Engul and the Mordis. The most obvious differnce between the sub-species is size and the sub-type characteristices they exhibit. Within each sub-species there are three sub-types
Engul
The Engul (en-ghoul) are the larger and stronger of the Roen sub-species. They are taller and heavier than the Mordis, on average. Their features resemble porcupines, rabbits, or chipmunks. Engul Roen receive a different bonus based on their Variant Bonus. Porcupine variants have long quills which flow like wide mohawks over their heads and down their backs to the base of their wider tails. Rabbit variants have exceptionally large incisors, longer ears, and stubby tails. Chipmunk variants have a distinct striped fur pattern, bushy tails, and a more compact frame for an Engul
Engul species traits
Hit Dice: Res + 2d6+2
Survival Instinct: +1 Dexterity, +4 Resolve
Small: +1 size bonus to BDB when you are the target of the attack, 1d6 size bonus to Stealth
Keen Senses: Gain a +1 Perception bonus, and are capable of seeing Ultraviolet light
Predation Adaptivity: Gain a Skill Focus in Stealth and Wilderness survival at level 1
Variant Bonus:
- Porcupine: Inflict 3d6 bleeding damage as a swift action
- Rabbit: 5 foot bonus to movement speed
- Chipmunk: +1 bonus to Athletics and Acrobatics for the purposes of climbing
Engul physical characteristics
| Characteristic | Description |
|---|---|
| Life Exp. | 30-40 years |
| Adulthood | 5-10 years |
| Diet | Plants, Seeds, Dairy, Water |
| Sexes | F, M |
| Eye colors (ordered by frequency) | Black, Orange, Green, Blue, Brown, Red |
| Porcupine Fur Color | Black, Grey, Orange, Brown, White |
| Rabbit Fur Color | Grey/White/Black, Red/White/Black, Brown/Black/White, Orange/Black, Orange/Black/White, Red, Grey, Brown, White, Black |
| Chipmunk Fur Color | Brown/White/Black, Grey/White/Black, Orange/White/Black, Red/White/Black |
| Skin Color | N/A |
| Height Range (adult) | 3' 10” - 4' 9” |
| Weight Range (adult) | 60-100 lbs |
| Size Category | Small |
| Base Movement Speed | 35 ft |
| Swim Speed | 20 ft |
| Burrow Speed (if applicable) | 30 ft |
Mordis
The Mordis (MOR-diss) are the smaller and weaker of the Roen sub-species. They are shorter and lighter than the Engul, on average. Their features resemble mice, flying squirrels, and Jerboas. Mordis Roen receive a different bonus based on their Variant Bonus. Mice variants have delicate features, slender frames, and gentle voices. Flying Squirrel variants have wing-like membranes that connect their upper and lower limbs. Jerboa variants have extremely long legs which give them leverage that translates into extreme jumping ability
Mordis species traits
Hit Dice: Res + 2d6+1
Survival Instinct: -1 Strength, +2 Dexterity, +4 Resolve
Small: +1 size bonus to BDB when you are the target of the attack, 1d6 size bonus to Stealth
Keen Senses: Gain a +1 Perception bonus, and are capable of seeing Ultraviolet light
Predation Adaptivity: Gain a Skill Focus in Stealth and Wilderness survival at level 1
Variant Bonus:
- Mouse: One additional Swift action per round
- Flying Squirrel: Natural gliding
- Jerboa: a 6d6 bonus to Athletics and Acrobatics for the purposes of jumping
Mordis physical characteristics
| Characteristic | Description |
|---|---|
| Life Exp. | 30-40 years |
| Adulthood | 5-10 years |
| Diet | Plants, Seeds, Dairy, Water |
| Sexes | F, M |
| Eye colors (ordered by frequency) | Black, Orange, Green, Blue, Brown, Red |
| Mice Fur Color | Grey/Brown/White, Dark Grey, Brown, White, Orange, Brown/Orange/White |
| Flying Squirrel Fur Color | Brown/White, Grey/White, Brown/Grey/White, Red/Brown/White, Grey/Black/White |
| Jerboa Fur Color | Grey/Black/White, Grey/Brown/White, Grey/White, Grey/Orange/White, Orange/White |
| Skin Color | N/A |
| Height Range (adult) | 3' 6” - 4' 6” |
| Weight Range (adult) | 40-90 lbs |
| Size Category | Small |
| Base Movement Speed | 40 ft |
| Swim Speed | 20 ft |
| Burrow Speed (if applicable) | 30 ft |
Relevant history
Galactic historical records relevant to the Roen
- 5,103,404,300: Tsanl begins to drift back towards the Galactic Core
- 5,139,560,004: Yahuatl begins to drift back towards the Galactic Core
- 5,152,399,990: Alut'a begins to drift back towards the Galactic Core
- 5,166,960,654: Imsi begins to drift back towards the Galactic Core
- 5,194,500,849: Kesis begins to drift back towards the Galactic Core
- 5,220,467,348: Aine begins to drift back towards the Galactic Core
- 5,225,703,066: Fungal and plant life spread to the Aine star system
- 5,225,760,386: Animal life spreads to the Aine star system
- 5,274,302,886: Fungal and plant life spread to the Kesis star system
- 5,275,595,052: Animal life spreads to the Kesis star system
- 5,279,540,070: Animal life spreads to the Yahuatl star system
- 5,281,944,944: Animal life spreads to the Imsi star system
- 5,281,945,686: Fungal and plant life spread to the Tsanl star system
- 5,283,007,384: Animal life spreads to the Tsanl star system
- 5,307,842,226: Fungal and plant life spread to the Alut'a star system
- 5,307,879,678: Animal life spreads to the Alut'a star system
- 5,843,602,389: The Roen develop spoken language
- 5,844,539,120: The Roen develop written language
Randomly generating characteristics
You may wish to randomly generate the physical characteristics of your character. To do so, you may use the following formulas
Sub-type: Roll 1d6 and use the table below
| Dice Value | Sub-species | Sub-type |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Engul | Porcupine |
| 2 | Engul | Rabbit |
| 3 | Engul | Chipmunk |
| 4 | Mordis | Mouse |
| 5 | Mordis | Flying Squirrel |
| 6 | Mordis | Jerboa |
General Characteristics
| Characteristic | Formula |
|---|---|
| Age | 3d6 + 5 years |
| Engul Height | 2d6 + 39 inches |
| Mordis Height | 2d6 + 38 inches |
| Engul Weight | 7d6 + 53 lbs |
| Mordis Weight | 8d6 + 36 lbs |
| Sex | 1d6, evens/odds |
Eye Color: Roll 3d6 and use the table below
| Dice Value | Eye Color |
|---|---|
| 3-7 | Blue |
| 8-9 | Brown |
| 10-11 | Black |
| 12-13 | Green |
| 14-15 | Orange |
| 16-18 | Red |
Hair Color: Roen fur color depends on its sub-type. Roll 2d6 and use the table below to determine both your sub-type and your hair coloration.
| Sub-type | Dice Value | Fur coloration |
|---|---|---|
| Porcupine | 2-3 | White |
| Porcupine | 4-5 | Brown |
| Porcupine | 6-7 | Orange |
| Porcupine | 8-9 | Grey |
| Porcupine | 10-12 | Black |
| Sub-type | Dice Value | Fur coloration |
| Rabbit | 1-2 | White |
| Rabbit | 3 | Brown |
| Rabbit | 4 | Red |
| Rabbit | 5 | Grey/White/Black |
| Rabbit | 6 | Red/White/Black |
| Rabbit | 7 | Brown/Black/White |
| Rabbit | 8 | Orange/Black |
| Rabbit | 9 | Orange/Black/White |
| Rabbit | 10 | Grey |
| Rabbit | 11-12 | Black |
| Sub-type | Dice Value | Fur coloration |
| Chipmunk | 2-4 | Brown/White/Black |
| Chipmunk | 5-6 | Grey/White/Black |
| Chipmunk | 7-8 | Orange/White/Black |
| Chipmunk | 9-12 | Red/White/Black |
| Sub-type | Dice Value | Fur coloration |
| Mice | 2-3 | Grey/Brown/White |
| Mice | 4-5 | Orange/White |
| Mice | 6 | Dark Grey |
| Mice | 7-8 | Brown |
| Mice | 9-10 | White |
| Mice | 11-12 | Brown/Orange/White |
| Sub-type | Dice Value | Fur coloration |
| Flying Squirrel | 2-3 | Grey/Black/White |
| Flying Squirrel | 4-5 | Grey/White |
| Flying Squirrel | 6-7 | Brown/Grey/White |
| Flying Squirrel | 8-9 | Red/Brown/White |
| Flying Squirrel | 10-12 | Grey/Black/White |
| Sub-type | Dice Value | Fur coloration |
| Jerboa | 2-3 | Grey/Black/White |
| Jerboa | 4-5 | Grey/Brown/White |
| Jerboa | 6-7 | Grey/White |
| Jerboa | 8-9 | Grey/Orange/White |
| Jerboa | 10-12 | Orange/White |