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Mul
A Mul is an incredibly tough
crossbreed of a human and dwarf. They retain the height and cunning of
their human parent, plus the durability and raw strength of their Dwarven
heritage. Muls are usually the products of the slave-pit owners recognize
the Muls' assets as gladiators and laborers, and so order the births of as
many Muls as can be managed within the ranks of their slaves.
Personality:
Born as they are to lives of slave labor, with the taskmaster's whip
taking the place of parents and family, Muls are given to a gruff
personality and violent reactions.
Physical Description:
A full-grown Mul stands 6 to 6 l/2 feet tall and weighs 240-300 pounds.
They are fair skinned, sometimes tending toward a copperish coloration,
and have pale-colored eyes. Their Dwarven ancestry gives them a
well-muscled frame and an incredible constitution- Mul laborers can
perform heavy work for days at a time without stopping. Muls have stern
facial features. They are unmistakably human in appearance, though their
ears are swept back and slightly pointed. Most Muls, whether male or
female, have no hair or beard. Muls are born sterile--they cannot
perpetuate their kind. Muls can live up to 80 years.
Relations:
Many Muls my never seek friends or companionship but live out their lives
in servitude, driven by hatred and spite. Most, however, learn who to
trust in the slave pits and who not to, gaining favor and reputation among
the other slaves. Like their Dwarven parent, a Mul who sets his mind on
freedom or disruption among the other slaves is rarely kept on hand. They
most often are sold or traded from owner to dissatisfied owner until they
are eventually relegated to harsh labor or sent to the gladiator pits.
Alignment:
Muls are often Chaotic-neutral. Mul PC’s may be any chaotic alignment.
Mul Lands:
As a slave-race, Muls have no homelands.
Religion:
Any.
Language:
Muls speak the common tongue.
Names:
Muls are usually named either Dwarven or human names.
Male Names:
Arklonnh, Cromere, Korr, Lothar, Raknar.
Female Names:
Anga, Baluk, Cryias, Danara, Sepira.
Clan & Family Names:
None.
Adventurers:
Mul adventurers are usually escaped gladiators that are on the run from
bounty-hunters and templars. They will do anything in their power (
risking life and limb ) to retain this newfound freedom. Many former
slave-muls live independent lives all over Athas. Of these, a large
percentage have bartered their combat prowess, making their way as
soldiers or guards. A few others, given to more cerebral pursuits, have
turned to priestly devotions or the mental disciplines of psionics.
MUL
RACIAL TRAITS
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Ability Score Bonus: +4 Strength, +4 Constitution, -2 Intelligence, -4 Wisdom, -4 Charisma
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Size: Muls are Medium-sized.
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Base Speed: Mul base speed is 30 feet.
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Darkvision: Muls can see in the dark up to 20 feet. Darkvision is a black and white only, but it is otherwise like normal sight, and Muls can function just fine with no light at all.
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Racial Bonus--Saving Throws: None.
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Racial Bonus--Skills: +2 racial bonus on Intimidate checks.
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Automatic Languages: Common
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Miscellaneous Bonus--Mul Exertion: Muls are able to work longer and harder without rest than are most other races. Regardless of the preceding type of exertion, eight hours of sleep will let a Mul become fully rested, ready to begin work again.
Type of Exertion Time
Before Rest:
Heavy Labor ( stone construction, quarry work, running) 24 + Con hours
Medium Labor ( light construction, mining, jogging) 36 + Con hours
Light Labor ( combat training, walking encumbered ) 48 + Con hours
Normal Activity ( walking, conversation )
Con
days
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Special Attacks/Defenses: None.
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Created
by Alex Rodriguez Frayre
(11-15-00)