Surukays

Species: Homo Quachiro Harihaya

Location: They are found in Vortalina, specifically mostly the southern, warmer regions, south of the Uile River which runs through the nation.

Appearance: Surukays are generally taller than humans, up to a foot or more and generally much more muscular. They are darker skinned though have noticeably vivid deep blue eyes. Their most distinguishable feature is the fact that they have four arms as apposed to a human's two. Another identifier are the horns that commonly grow on their head. They have dark hair which they usually shave or tie back. Though not strictly an appearance, they rarely show scars as their flesh regenerates much faster than human's.

Disposition: The Surukays are a proud, warrior race, with a rich history. There was once believed to have been a Surukay Empire at one time, though truly ancient, preceding both the Elven and Iraygion Empires, they only clues being the outlines of ruins. Surukay society is based on wandering tribes and they have a strong sense of individualism, which means they have almost never united as a race. This lead to their eventually diminishing as the Vortalinians migrated in greater numbers from the north - soon they were but a parter of the greater Vortalinian Empire. There was a resistance though a futile one. Eventually a peace treaty was signed and the Surukay were accepted as citizens of Vortalina. They still prefer to keep to themeselves in the southern regions, away from the cities, but have a grudging respect for the Vortalinian military branches. Most of the contact Surukay have with "civilized" races is through the military, as all citizens of Votralina have to undergo mandatory conscription. While they make some more sheltered humans uncomfortable, most people learn to be thankful for having them as allies when fighting breaks loose.

Magic: Surukays have a fair level of magic though they rarely develop or train in it. It is only with the Vortalinian Military Mage Act that Surukay Mages are beginning to see their full potential.