Siren

Physiology

Sirens are similar to humans in appearance but have many features of the ocean's creatures. Their appearance includes anemone tentacles instead of hair, scaly skin, clammy flesh, bioluminescent patches, and glands that produce ink when distressed. The skin of a Siren tends to be slippery and glint slightly in sunlight. These oily secretions help them swim more effectively and protect them from temperature changes between land and water. They are typically very muscular individuals. Their skin tends to be tinted in light shades of blue.

History

When the world was young, Vepar, the God of Water, created Sirens from humans. The Sirens began to perfect and create life beneath the waves. They made many underwater cities of grandeur, held epic battles against other clans for power and greatness, and lived much as humans did. The ocean is their only true home and is the only thing they appreciate more than life itself. Many consider the ocean and life the same. Thus, few, if any Sirens, leave for the surface. They still reside in their grand cities and clans underwater to this day, living alongside other creatures of the deep. Sirens historically have been known to save the lives of sailors shipwrecked. Sirens are not hampered by a fishtail and can freely traverse the land. Their gills were retractable, and so many young adventurous types ended up trying their fortunes above the waves.

Society

Sirens are a noble race that practices reason, debate, and logic. Siren are intelligent by nature and live in houses of large coral or in sea forests which are their cities. They are a very colorful society and promote fun and carefree living. They heavily invest themselves in a romantic relationships and are a naturally beautiful race. Siren functions steadily and avoids conflict in battle. Despite their feelings about combat, they do not shy from it. In addition to a philosophic-style society with debates in round Socratic theatres and pedagogic teachings, they have a spartan side, sporting fierce warriors who ride hippocampi and wield tridents. Sirens respect the duties and responsibilities of life in all social spheres, be they noble or peasant.