Life lost in the Void

Runic Name Source Vortani - Vorture (Void) + Arani (Life)

General Information A strange race of complete silence. Over the course of the thousand years they live, the Vortani never make a single sound. When given the choice, Vortani will typically choose to remain in darkness. They are not harmed by light, but it seems to make them uncomfortable.

Racial Attributes The Vortani are not inherently evil; They are neutral creatures, similar to humans. While they are physically weak, the Vortani excel in magical and intellectual tests. The Vortani "speak" a dialect of Abyssal, named Void-Tongue. They "speak" through runes of a midnight black substance that forms in front of their face, lighting up strangely in the dark.

Native Lands The Vortani live in Brothree Valley, and Vortani towns are typically formed in dark caves. Minimal illumination is used, and the silence is usually absolute. Magic runs thick throughout the towns, as tasks requiring strength are nearly impossible for the frail Vortani to efficiently complete. The brightest areas in towns are the farms. Vortani farm and sell various modified crops and fungi, as normal plants and animals do poorly in the oppressive darkness.

Appearance In basic body structure, the Vortani are similar to humans. However, they differ in more minor details. The eyes of a Vortani are always solid, midnight black, and their skin an extremely pale white. Black hair, talon like nails, and pale gray or black lips further differentiate the Vortani.