Originally Posted by Nubz:
Race Name:Neanderthal
Description: A feral race of humans; having spent so much time adapting to their environment, they did not advance their arts, or science, or philosophy. Rugged and powerful, yes, but... simple.
Physically, they are almost identical to humans and college Football tailgaters. Thick brow, coarse body hair, and an overall bulkier frame lend to an assumption of brawn in lieu of brains; some may argue that you don't need to invent the wheel if you can wrestle a polar bear. Coloration varies, but more often than not a prominent tan and weathered skin make them look darker and older than would be expected. Squinting at a sunrise over a snow-covered horizon will often lead to crow's feet around the eyes, too.
Strengths:
Sturdy - above average Strength and Constitution; strong and hearty.
Primitive Weapons - Good with spears, javelins, clubs, and fishing rods.
Survivors - VERY GOOD with adaptation, ranging from a great metabolism to naturally re-align to harsh conditions and just a good nature-sense.
Weaknesses:
Slow - below average, in both intelligence and physical dexterity. Not quick witted or quick to act, though the second is obviously a symptom of their pwoerful bulk.
Primitive Weapons - BAD with crossbows or any other military weapons.
Illiterate and uneducated - VERY BAD with modernization, balancing between childish admiration and a fear of 'unholy' crafts.
Full credit for the idea must go to the Frostburn supplement for D&D, though I will subsequently take my own share of artistic liscense for adapting the race and how I will furthermore play my character in your world.
Check that over, before I finish creating Nanook of the North; an idea completely stolen from a Jim Carrey standup that I absolutely love.
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