Beastkin

Beastkin are animal folk who are born resembling their parents, but when they come of age, they have a vision of an animal that serves as their guide (moral, ethical, or otherwise) and determines their adult form. They tend to be more on the human side of appearance, with just a few animalistic features.

Angelsharkkin are 7' anthropomorphic sharks. The purpose of the angelshark is to bring redemption and salvation. Those who gain this guide are driven to help people who have fallen into imperial, infernal, or industrial ways to find redemption, especially the oppressed or exploited who have turned against other oppressed and exploited. They usually live near seas or oceans for practical purposes, but they do not need to. They tend to have flat, raylike skins and bodies in their more animalistic parts. They are often talented hunters.

PRO 8 ATH 9 STR 9 AWA 8 WIL 9 PRS 8 STH 7 ESS 9

Black storkkin are 6' anthropomorphic storks. The purpose of the black stork is family and mutual support. Those who gain this guide tend to feel compelled to support and help their own families, found or blood, and especially to protect children. Many end up being doulas, midwives, caretakers, or teachers, but some end up being more informal in their connection to supporting families, or more directly leading their own families while working other jobs. They often form symbiotic bonds with others.

PRO 8 ATH 9 Flight 10 STR 7 AWA 8 WIL 8 PRS 9 STH 8 ESS 8

Blue-throated keeled lizardkin are 3' anthropomorphic lizards. The purpose of the blue-throated keeled lizard is love. Those who gain this guide are usually driven by love for other people, in a general or specific way. If they are driven by romantic love, they often become bound to that person for so long as they love one another. Many of them live in pastoral communities and work as serfs or on farms, but some live in the cities and are often exploited for their agility.

PRO 7 ATH 9 STR 5 AWA 8 WIL 8 PRS 10 STH 9 ESS 8

Blue mint beetlekin are 6' anthropomorphic beetles. The purpose of the blue mint beetle is judgment and discernment. Those who gain this guide are often in positions to lead or influence groups, sometimes as literal judges, sometimes as guides and teachers, sometimes as more direct leaders. Their blue shell is very strong and tough, and they love to eat mint. They often keep gardens full of mint if they have the resources to do so.

PRO 8 ATH 8 Flight 9 STR 10 Toughness 12 AWA 10 WIL 9 PRS 9 STH 6 ESS 8

[Dabube] Crested newtkin are 3' anthropomorphic newts. The purpose of the crested newt is disruption of imperial power. Those who gain this guide often seek freedom from imperial societal mores and laws. They oppose it with both non-violent and violent means, via social behavior and political action. Their flared tails and back spines are very distinctive, even with their more human-like appearances. Many of them live in roaming communities along the rivers.

PRO 9 ATH 10 STR 5 AWA 9 WIL 7 PRS 8 STH 10 ESS 8

[European] Dholekin are 6' anthropomorphic dholes. The purpose of the dhole is to protect the meek. Those who gain this guide often grow up standing up to bullies and take that to another level as adults. They join groups fighting imperial powers, stand up for others against the lords and their forces, or speak out when they see oppression, bigotry, abuse, or exploitation. Their bright, tawny fur is very distinctive, making them poor at stealth. They often live in the bigger cities.

PRO 10 ATH 9 STR 10 AWA 8 WIL 9 PRS 7 STH 7 ESS 8

Iris mantiskin are 5' anthropomorphic mantises. The purpose of the iris mantis is sacrifice for the good of the people. Those who gain this guide are usually very giving and generous, often with younger siblings or people around them whom they support growing up. As adults, they are usually help others in their community until it hurts, giving up a meal here, a few pennies there, sleeping on the floor as someone sick takes their bed. They give up a lot for others. They are bright green and slender.

PRO 8 ATH 9 STR 9 AWA 8 WIL 10 PRS 8 STH 7 ESS 8

Leopardkin are 6' anthropomorphic leopards. The purpose of the leopard is valor, courage, and bravery. Those who gain this guide are known for fighting foes bigger than they are, not flinching from difficult and dangerous tasks, and not letting fear control them. They are rare and often killed by imperials for fighting back, sometimes taking on full military patrols when others cannot. Their spotted fur and sharp fangs are very distinctive.

PRO 10 ATH 10 STR 10 AWA 9 WIL 10 PRS 8 STH 9 ESS 8

Lesser mole ratkin are 3' anthropomorphic mole rats. The purpose of the lesser mole rat is self-actualization. Thos ewho gain this guide are known for being themselves in spite of oppression and bigotry. They often have bad eyesight. Their teeth are very big. They are very attuned to their own identity and have great confidence, and they spend a lot of time helping others find themselves.

PRO 6 ATH 10 STR 5 AWA 8 Visual 3 WIL 10 PRS 9 STH 10 ESS 9

Magyarosaurkin (Magyarosaurus dacus) are 10' anthropomorphic longneck dinosaurs. The purpose of the magyarosaur is hospitality and the hearth. Those who gain this guide are very welcoming, comforting, and protective, and they often have large and lovely homes in which they serve and support anyone in need. They have thick, long necks and brown, dappled skin.

PRO 8 ATH 6 STR 12 AWA 8 WIL 9 PRS 9 STH 6 ESS 8

[Eurasian] Nutcrackerkin are 4' anthropomorphic nutcrackers. The purpose of the nutcracker is forgiveness. Those who gain this guide are often kind and easy-going, able to forgive and forget easily. They don't let themselves be doormats, but they are not easily rattled. They have white-mottled brown feathers, lovely wings, and dark beaks.

PRO 6 ATH 9 Flight 11 STR 6 AWA 9 WIL 9 PRS 9 STH 9 ESS 9

Orcakin are 12' anthropomorphic orcas. The purpose of the orca is war against oppression. Those who gain this guide often live near the water and are known as fighters and warriors. They are extremely strong and unrelenting. They protect others, use their strength for good, and fight the good fight against imperials. They have the distinctive black and white coloration of orcas.

PRO 10 ATH 7 Swim 10 STR 14 AWA 8 WIL 10 PRS 8 STH 5 ESS 8

Rabbit hutch spiderkin are 4' anthropomorphic spiders. The purpose of the rabbit hutch spider is unseen support. Those who gain this guide don't like attention for their good works. They help others without asking for anything in return, and they will go out of their way to be unseen when they do so. They have bulbous black and brown bodies with a distinctive dark dimples on their lower bodies.

PRO 8 ATH 9 STR 6 AWA 10 WIL 8 PRS 7 STH 10 ESS 9

Rainbow troutkin are 5' anthropomorphic trouts. The purpose of the rainbow trout is to serve the rainbow spirits. Those who gain this guide are visited in their dreams by the Rainbow Fish and given quests and tasks to support and empower others. They are sacred in their communities and honored. Most live near water. They are colorful and spotted.

PRO 9 ATH 9 Swim 11 STR 7 AWA 9 WIL 9 PRS 9 STH 8 ESS 8

[European] Ratsnakekin are 5' anthropomorphic ratsnakes. The purpose of the ratsnake is liberation. Those who gain this guide organize against oppression, engage in acts of resistance and defiance, and fight back ferociously. They have mottled brown skin.

PRO 9 ATH 9 STR 9 AWA 9 WIL 9 PRS 9 STH 9 ESS 8

[Common] Red antkin are 5' anthropomorphic ants. The purpose of the red ant is unified labor. Those who gain this guide are often engaged in communal work or organized labor, standing up to cruel lords or bosses. They are very strong and work together with others easily. They are, despite the name, usually yellowish brown. They do have a mean bite.

PRO 8 ATH 8 STR 10 AWA 8 WIL 9 PRS 9 STH 8 ESS 8

Red deerkin are 7' anthropomorphic deer. The purpose of the red deer is honoring the Sacred Hunt. Those who gain this guide are hunters who attune with the prey they hunt. They make sure to hunt responsibly, only taking what their community needs, and never harming children or new mothers. They have the distinctive red coloring and antlers of their kind.

PRO 9 ATH 9 STR 9 AWA 9 WIL 9 PRS 7 STH 9 ESS 8

Roundhorn flykin (Heteromyza rotundicornis) are 3' anthropomorphic flies. The purpose of the roundhorn fly is metaphysical equilibrium. Those who gain this guide are very calm and controlled. They stand up to inequality, join with others easily and never see themselves as better than others. They have golden, hair bodies, and large wings.

PRO 7 ATH 10 Flight 13 STR 7 AWA 10 WIL 9 PRS 9 STH 9 ESS 10

Song thrushkin are 3' anthropomorphic thrushes. The purpose of the song thrush is harmony. Those who gain this guide often love to sing and get along with others. They love to work together and especially to sing together. They are light brown in color and can fly with their small wings.

PRO 7 ATH 9 Flight 11 STR 5 AWA 10 WIL 8 PRS 10 STH 7 ESS 8

[Eurasian] Sparrowhawkkin are 6' anthropomorphic sparrowhawks. The purpose of the sparrowhawk is to protect and love animals. Those who gain this guide love animals and have fought against those who mistreat them. They are willing to put it all on the line for an animal, especially a pet. They have dark grey, orange, and white feathers, and they are very fast.

PRO 9 ATH 9 Flight 13 STR 9 AWA 9 WIL 9 PRS 7 STH 9 ESS 8

Spotted frittilarykin are 5' anthropomorphic butterflies. The purpose of the spotted frittilary is hope. Those who gain this guide are people who want to give others hope, who spread healthy positivity, who support others and uplift them. They have bright orange and white wings with black spots all over.

PRO 8 ATH 9 Flight 11 STR 8 AWA 10 WIL 8 PRS 9 STH 7 ESS 9

Swan-musselkin are 3' anthropomorphic mussels. The purpose of the swan-mussel is peaceful quiet. Those who gain this guide are often pacificistic and interested in study or rest. Many like to be alone or spend time in comfortable company. Many are driven by their desire for quiet to the country or remote places, but their belief in peace is also a major part of their lives. This sometimes drives them to quietly resist imperial violence.

PRO 5 ATH 6 STR 5 Toughness 10 AWA 10 WIL 10 PRS 8 STH 9 ESS 9

Whooper swankin are 5' anthropomorphic swans. The purpose of the whooper swan is to bring justice. Those who gain this guide are often upset and enraged by imperial injustices and seek another path toward righting the wrongs in the world. They have strong morals, ethics, or principles, and they are often driven out of imperial society or to its fringes due to this. Many find themselves disillusioned by imperial "justice" and find themselves outside the law.

PRO 10 ATH 9 Flight 11 STR 9 AWA 9 WIL 9 PRS 7 STH 7 ESS 8

Wisentkin are 8' anthropomorphic wisents. The purpose of the wisent is patience. Those who gain this guide are often in roles that require that particular virtue, often dealing with difficult social or educational situations. They are not necessarily gentle giants; there's a danger to patience as well in some situations. They are often exploited by imperials for their size and virtue, but they focus their lives on their families, communities, and helping others.

PRO 8 ATH 6 STR 10 AWA 8 WIL 10 PRS 7 STH 6 ESS 9