_Cat-Blooded Wanderers of Solare_ --- ## Overview The **Felari** are a nimble and curious race of cat-blooded humanoids found throughout Solare. Light-footed, sharp-eyed, and endlessly inquisitive, the Felari embody adaptability and personal freedom. Where some cultures build cities and empires, the Felari follow opportunity, mystery, and motion. Unlike the Leonari, whose identity is bound to pride and war, the Felari are defined by **individual curiosity**. No two Felari lives look alike. Some roam as explorers, thieves, scholars, or messengers. Others settle among non-feline societies, adopting local customs while retaining their natural restlessness. In Common speech, they are often called _catfolk_, a term the Felari tolerate but do not favor. Among themselves, they simply say **Felari**—a word that means _those who walk lightly between paths_. --- ## Origins and Myth Felari legends speak of an ancient divine artisan known as **The Cat Sovereign**, a subtle and playful god who valued cleverness over dominance and freedom over obedience. Rather than forge soldiers or rulers, the Cat Sovereign shaped the Felari to explore the world, test boundaries, and uncover hidden truths. Whether this being was a god, a powerful spirit, or something older is debated by theologians. What matters to the Felari is not their creator’s name, but the inheritance left behind: **curiosity without chains**. --- ## Physical Description Felari resemble humanoid cats, though their appearances vary widely: - Slender, athletic builds ranging from **Small to Medium** in size - Fur patterns resembling house cats, leopards, jaguars, lynxes, or other felines - Expressive tails and ears that betray emotion - Retractable claws suited for climbing and quick strikes - Eyes adapted for low light, often brightly colored or reflective - Some Felari shave, style, dye, or even magically alter their fur; hairless Felari are rare but not unknown Their movements are fluid and precise, marked by balance and instinctive grace. --- ## Culture and Society ### A People Without Prides Felari do not form large, rigid social structures. Instead, they favor **loose bands, temporary partnerships, or solitary lives**. Personal freedom is prized above tradition, and authority is viewed with skepticism. Common Felari values include: - **Curiosity Above Comfort** – The unknown is worth more than safety - **Personal Choice** – Each Felari defines their own path - **Cleverness Over Force** – Survival favors wit, not strength - **Stories Matter** – Deeds are remembered through tales, not titles --- ### Names and Identity Felari names are often long, poetic, and descriptive, earned through life experience rather than birth. Among outsiders, they frequently shorten their names for convenience. A Felari may change their name multiple times across their life, marking personal transformation or great discoveries. --- ## Social Behavior - Naturally curious, sometimes to a fault - Comfortable with risk and improvisation - Playful humor, often poorly timed - Prone to wandering when confined too long - Form deep bonds, but resist obligations that feel restrictive Felari often struggle in highly regimented societies, where rules feel like cages rather than safeguards. --- ## Geographic Distribution Felari can be found almost anywhere in Solare: - Urban rooftops and alleyways - Trade routes and caravans - Jungles, forests, and ancient ruins - Ships, airships, and frontier settlements They are rarely the majority population in any region, but are almost never absent for long. --- ## Relations with Other Races - **Leonari** – Viewed with fascination and caution; pride culture feels heavy to most Felari - **Humans** – Useful allies and endless sources of novelty - **Elves** – Admired for grace, mocked for rigidity - **Dwarves** – Respected, but pitied for their attachment to stone and routine - **Orcs** – Amusing, loud, and often entertaining Felari judge individuals, not peoples. --- ## Lifespan - **Maturity:** Similar to humans - **Typical Lifespan:** Around a century - **Elders:** Rare, often legendary wanderers or storytellers --- ## Felari Traits **Creature Type.** Humanoid **Size.** Small or Medium (chosen when you select this species) **Speed.** 30 feet; you have a climbing speed equal to your walking speed ### Clawed Strikes Your claws are natural weapons. You can use them to make unarmed strikes that deal **slashing damage** equal to **1d6 + your Strength modifier**. ### Keen Senses You have proficiency in the **Perception** and **Stealth** skills. ### Night-Adaptive Vision You can see in dim light within 60 feet of you as if it were bright light, and in darkness as if it were dim light. In darkness, you perceive color only in shades of gray. ### Feline Burst Your reflexes allow sudden, explosive movement. When you move on your turn, you can temporarily double your movement speed until the end of that turn. Once you use this trait, you can’t do so again until you spend a turn without moving. --- ## In-Game Use Felari excel as rogues, monks, rangers, bards, and spellcasters who favor mobility and subtlety. They thrive in campaigns focused on exploration, intrigue, and discovery. Playing a Felari means embracing curiosity, resisting stagnation, and always wondering what lies just beyond the next corner.