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.

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.

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.

All gatalians are consistent with 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.

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 Haldane's rule, male hybrids are usually more likely and greatly infertile than females.

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The gatalian life cycle and gestation is similar to 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.

Humans can be found in all terrestrial climates on Gatalia (Shard). They are all opportunistic omnivores.

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.

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You can find more information on the cultures of Gatalia here.

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

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.

You can find information on governments and politics here.

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 pair bonds mono-amorously or poly-amorously depending on cultural norms and taboos.

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.

• Player P0rcelain created this on 2023/01/09 02:43.

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