Halfling

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Halfling
Decay Timer 16 minutes
Spirit Regeneration 2 per 5 min, ×2 on node
Height 3' to 3.25', 3.5' max
Weight 45 to 135 lbs.
Languages Common, Halfling

Halflings are one of the smallest races in Elanthia. They tend to enjoy the simple pleasures of life, such as food and family. A key trait of every halfling is their large, hairy feet, often very well groomed. However, don't let their size, kindness, or feet fool you. If they are threatened, they are a considerable adversary. Yes, due to their size, they are physically quite weak, but they have great fortitude and compensate this flaw through unparalleled dexterity. They can fire a bow or hurl a lightning bolt with devastating accuracy.

There are four cultures among the halflings; the Paradis, the Brughan, the Mhoragian and the Malghava.

Mechanically, halflings have a +40 ETD; get a bonus to hiding checks; and have a bonus to dodging maneuver attacks.

Halfling Statistics

Strength Constitution Dexterity Agility Discipline Aura Logic Intuition Wisdom Influence
-15 10 15 10 -5 -5 5 10 0 -5

Other Characteristics

Spirit Off Node 2 per 5 min Decay Timer 16 min
Max Health 100 Base Regeneration 3
Weight Factor 0.45 Encumbrance Factor 0.50
Maneuver Bonus Excellent Elemental TD +40
Spiritual TD 0 Sorcerer TD +20
Poison TD +30 Disease TD +30

Halflings receive a moderate bonus to hiding in any environment.

Race-specific verbs

DANCE
DANCE (joined with someone) Linking arms with <person>, you both perform a quick heel-to-toe dance that ends with two high hops into the air.
DANCE LEFT Placing your hands upon your hips, you perform a quick heel-to-toe dance that ends with two high hops to the left.
DANCE RIGHT Placing your hands upon your hips, you perform a quick heel-to-toe dance that ends with two high hops to the right.
BOW
BOW Folding your left arm behind your back and dipping to one knee, you bow respectfully and incline your head.
BOW <person> Folding your left arm behind your back and dipping to one knee, you bow respectfully to <person> and incline your head.
CURTSY
CURTSY Folding your left arm behind your back and dipping to one knee, you bow respectfully and incline your head.
CURTSY <person> Drawing your left leg behind your right, you briefly dip into a respectful curtsy before <person> and bow your head.
DUCK
DUCK You quickly duck to the side and out of the way.
DUCK <person> You easily and quickly duck out of <person's> reach.
FOLD
FOLD Firmly planting your feet equidistance apart, you fold your arms and lift your head in a defiant manner.
SIT
STANDING Crossing your legs at the ankles, you slowly lower yourself to the ground and sit tailor fashion.
KNEELING Crossing your legs at the ankles, you move to a sitting position that is tailor fashion.
PRONE Crossing your legs at the ankles, you sit up tailor fashion.
CRACK
CRACK TOES Lifting your right foot, you bend your big toe downward and apply pressure. A sigh of relief escapes your lips as you are rewarded with a loud crack. Standing tall, you repeat the process with the left and relish the moment.

{verb} set {standard/culture}

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