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====== Gatalian Humans ======
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^ Home System | [[locations:Viliva_37]] |
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A genus of humans. Gatalian humans are far more diverse than most other humans, having many species due to slow migration patterns millions of years ago.

===== Evolution & History =====

The evolution of human life on Gatalia, although not understood in-character, has setting consistency. It originated in the lakelands of Urclien (the west continent), then forked out in two distinct migrations. One migration branched yet again, one group dominating the North and the other crossing with the first migration that had deviated South. From there, all 3 spread across the East Continent. 

{{ :shards:gatalia:human_migation.png?direct&400 | The migration of Gatalian humans across both continents. Map credit: Azgaar's fantasy map generator.}}

This migration took roughly 3 million years, and the occupation of the East Continent was significantly faster than the West. As a result, Urclien has more genetic diversity among its native populace, whereas the East Continent has more variety of species in each of its regions. 


===== Biology =====

==== Anatomy and Physiology ====

All gatalians are consistent with [[https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Homo|humans on Earth]]. They are all mammals, have 2 legs, 2 arms, opposable thumbs, a large cranium for a powerful brain, and so on. However, here are some key differences:

  * As gatalians evolved on a planet with lower gravity than Earth, they have an adaptation against atrophy that causes them to build muscles faster.
  * Gatalians consist of two main clades. That being, **dwarves** and **giants**. The names of these clades are purely descriptive, as dwarf species are on average much shorter, while giant species are taller.

==== Genetics ====

Giant species generally have 46 chromosomes, the same as modern humans, whereas dwarf species mutated to have only 44. 

In most cases, the offspring of two separate species will be infertile. This infertility is more severe the less related the parent species are. Hybrids between giants and dwarfs are often almost completely infertile, due to having an odd 45 chromosomes, increasing genetic error in reproduction. Due to [[https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Haldane%27s_rule|Haldane's rule]], male hybrids are usually more likely and greatly infertile than females.

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After migration, there were several 'groups' present in all regions of Gatalia. As time progressed, they adapted to their environments and deviated genetically from their ancestors. In a general sense, those demographics on the West Continent had existed there for longer, and so had more time to adapt.

The following is a phylogeny showing the main groups of sapient species present on Gatalia. Groups sharing branches of the tree are more related to each other than those which do not:

{{ :shards:gatalia:human_group_tree.png?direct&400 | Phylogeny of human species on Gatalia. Credit: Biopython 1.75.}}

These groups correspond to the following areas:

{{ :shards:gatalia:species_origins.png?direct&400 | The main human species groups on Gatalia, separated by collections of originating regions. Map credit: Azgaar's fantasy map generator.}}

Please keep in mind that this is before travel between regions at later dates. You would expect to see adjacent areas populate each other with their species, and recent naval and navigational advancements would allow for species far from their originating lands to populate areas they would not otherwise be common in. 

The groups shown are also not definitive expressions of which species exist. We expect things to become more detailed as people develop species and design characters of their own.
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==== Life Cycle ====

The gatalian life cycle and gestation is similar to [[https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Human|modern humans]]. Most dwarf species mature at much the same rate, reaching adulthood around 16 or 18. Some giant species mature a little faster, maturing at around 14 or even 12. 

All lifespans of species do not account for infant mortality. It is very common for children not to survive to adulthood. Worse, childbirth is often the most fatal part of a gatalian's life, both for women and the child being conceived. Although complications are relatively rare, they are frequent enough to be dangerous, and almost always fatal if not chronically debilitating. 


===== Habitat and Population =====

Humans can be found in all terrestrial climates on [[locations:viliva_37:gatalia]]. They are all opportunistic omnivores. 

==== Biological Variation ====

Skin colour, hair colour and type, eye colour, height, weight, and proportions all vary depending on individual. The species of an individual also impacts height, weight and bodily proportions, but do not impact skin, hair or eyes as much. 

===== Culture =====
//You can find more information on the cultures of Gatalia [[locations:viliva_37:gatalia#culture|here]].//

Gatalia's cultures are complex and not generally specific to any particular species. 

==== Language ====

There are many languages that gatalians use. Different regions use different languages, and some use multiple. Due to immigration, sometimes languages migrate between regions.

==== Naming ====

Most societies give people multiple names, though the purpose of each naming convention can vary drastically depending on the culture. There is no standard naming convention for the time being.

===== Society =====
//You can find information on governments and politics [[shards:gatalia#government_and_politics|here]].// 

The structure of Gatalia's societies does not tend to depend on species, instead depending on the history of said society and where it came from. 

==== Kinship ====

Gatalian humans are communal and form platonic bonds and rivalries with each other on a casual basis. Growing up, many humans have mentors and masters which train them in future trades. They also form [[https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Pair_bond|pair bonds]] mono-amorously or poly-amorously depending on cultural norms and taboos. 

==== Conflict ====

Gatalians commonly war against each other for a variety of reasons. They may in some instances be hostile towards starfolk, but are incapable of warring against them due to the severe technological gap. Many people see starfolk as mythical creatures to be respected, revered, feared, or thoroughly avoided. 

====== Species (Alphabetical) ======

Each species has a statistics table. Below, it is outlined what each of the statistics on these tables mean. 

| **Life Expectancy** | How old members of the species get before they pass away, on average. This does not account for infant mortality. |
| **Sexual Dimorphism** | How different males and females of the species are, on average. |
| **Height Range (M)** | The normal heights of males. (Short - Average - Tall) |
| **Height Range (F)** | The normal heights of females. (Short - Average - Tall) |


===== Geant =====

| **Species Group** | E |
| **Life Expectancy** | 30 |
| **Sexual Dimorphism** | Very Little | 
| **Height Range (M)** | 190 cm - 215 cm - 240 cm |
|** Height Range (F)** | 190 cm - 215 cm - 240 cm |

Geants (singular, "geant") are a giant species which are normally lanky in build. They have flat teeth and a higher rate of pink or red eyes (ocular albinism) than other species. They also generally have less hair. 

==== Hair Distribution ====
^ Type ^ Male ^ Female ^
| Head | X | X |
| Beard |  |  |
| Mustache |  |  |
| Cheeks |  |  |
| Chest |  |  | 
| Back | X | X |
| Armpits | X | X |
| Pubic |  |  |
| Thighs |  |  |
| Calves | X | X |
| Feet |  |  |

==== Complications ====
Geants are prone to:
  * Arthritus
  * Albinism
  * Vitamin deficiencies
  * Blindness

===== Gygara =====

| **Species Group** | B |
| **Life Expectancy** | 20 |
| **Sexual Dimorphism** | Males are taller, stronger and hairier | 
| **Height Range (M)** | 220 cm - 250 cm - 280 cm |
| **Height Range (F)** | 200 cm - 225 cm - 250 cm |

Gygaras (singular, "gygara") are a giant species which are typically muscular in build. They are bearded regardless of sex, and have pronounced brows and noticeable under-bite. 

==== Hair Distribution ====
^ Type ^ Male ^ Female ^
| Head | X | X |
| Beard | X | X |
| Mustache | X |  |
| Cheeks | X |  |
| Chest | X |  | 
| Back | X |  |
| Armpits | X | X |
| Pubic | X | X |
| Thighs |  |  |
| Calves | X | X |
| Feet | X | X |

==== Complications ====
Gygaras are prone to:
  * Dislocating jaws (temporomandibular joint dysfunction)
  * Heart problems (cardiovascular disease)
  * Paralysis (amyotrophic lateral sclerosis)

===== Hiniru Miru =====

| **Species Group** | D |
| **Life Expectancy** | 50 |
| **Sexual Dimorphism** | Females are taller, stronger and hairier | 
| **Height Range (M)** | 135 cm - 150 cm - 165 cm |
| **Height Range (F)** | 155 cm - 165 cm - 175 cm |

The hiniru miru (singular, "hiniru miru") are a dwarf species with longer, more powerful legs than normal. They are often barrel chested and mesomorphic in build. Female hiniru miru have especially thick, fur-like hair across their bodies. Other common features include sharper teeth, especially pronounced canines, overbite, and large eyes.

==== Hair Distribution ====
^ Type ^ Male ^ Female ^
| Head | X | X |
| Beard |  |  |
| Mustache |  |  |
| Cheeks |  | X |
| Chest |  | X | 
| Back |  | X |
| Armpits | X | X |
| Pubic | X | X |
| Thighs | X | X |
| Calves |  | X |
| Feet |  |  |

==== Complications ====
Hiniru miru are prone to:
  * Swimmer's ear
  * Ear infections
  * Leg sprains and dislocations

===== Mundwere =====

| **Species Group** | A |
| **Life Expectancy** | 40 |
| **Sexual Dimorphism** | Males are taller, stronger and hairier | 
| **Height Range (M)** | 170 cm - 185 cm - 210 cm |
| **Height Range (F)** | 160 cm - 170 cm - 180 cm |

Mundweren (singular, "mundwere") are technically a species of giant, though you might not had guessed it based on their appearance and stature. Many of their traits are identical to that of an ordinary human. 

==== Hair Distribution ====
^ Type ^ Male ^ Female ^
| Head | X | X |
| Beard | X |  |
| Mustache | X |  |
| Cheeks |  |  |
| Chest | X |  | 
| Back | X |  |
| Armpits | X | X |
| Pubic | X | X |
| Thighs |  |  |
| Calves | X | X |
| Feet | X | X |

==== Complications ====
Mundweren are prone to:
  * Miscarriage
  * Wisdom tooth infection

===== Urzdwer =====

| **Species Group** | F |
| **Life Expectancy** | 50 |
| **Sexual Dimorphism** | Females are taller, stronger and hairier | 
| **Height Range (M)** | 110 cm - 130 cm - 150 cm |
| **Height Range (F)** | 100 cm - 115 cm - 130 cm |

Urzdwer (singular, "urzdwer") are a dwarf species which are short and stocky. They often have large feet and shorter legs. Urzdwer have large noses and beards regardless of sex. Oddly, they tend to have just 28 teeth instead of 32. 

==== Hair Distribution ====
^ Type ^ Male ^ Female ^
| Head | X | X |
| Beard | X | X |
| Mustache | X | X |
| Cheeks |  |  |
| Chest |  |  | 
| Back |  | X |
| Armpits | X | X |
| Pubic | X | X |
| Thighs |  |  |
| Calves |  | X |
| Feet |  | X |

==== Complications ====
Urzdwer are prone to:
  * Pneumonia
  * Ingrown hairs


===== OOC =====

  * **Player** [[user:p0rcelain]] created this on 2023/01/09 02:43.

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