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 Despite retreating to their underground home of [[Tynogeum]] after a disconnect with the [[Astrali]] in 54 AL, the Tartyn have thrived under the surface. They have created a home that lacks nothing of what is found on the surface, built entirely with perseverance and strength alongside the respect of their gods, the [[Deities|Vadi]]. Despite retreating to their underground home of [[Tynogeum]] after a disconnect with the [[Astrali]] in 54 AL, the Tartyn have thrived under the surface. They have created a home that lacks nothing of what is found on the surface, built entirely with perseverance and strength alongside the respect of their gods, the [[Deities|Vadi]].
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-====Anatomy====+=====Anatomy=====
  
 The Tartyn have adapted to life underground and survive in intense climates without completely changing to remove the possibility of returning to the surface. Although they are better built for life underground, their unique features are just as useful aboveground.  The Tartyn have adapted to life underground and survive in intense climates without completely changing to remove the possibility of returning to the surface. Although they are better built for life underground, their unique features are just as useful aboveground. 
  
-The double nostril of a Tartyn is a unique filtering system, with inhalation coming through their front nostril to filter the particles and dirt common in the underground air. When they exhale, the air is released through the rear nostril with any filtered particles removed in the first nostril. This intricate process often hinders the ability to smell as well as other [[Stellaborn]]. With deep ear canals that capture every sound around them, a Tartyn can hear a pin drop from nearly a mile away, making them one of the best hearing [[Stellaborn]] known. Their legs, in Traveler and Stellian form, are shorter, yet their thicker limbs are filled with muscles built for digging and lifting. They may not be able to travel far for extended periods, but in taxing occupations can work for hours on end.+The double nostril of a Tartyn is a unique filtering system, with inhalation coming through their front nostril to filter the particles and dirt common in the underground air. When they exhale, the air is released through the rear nostril with any filtered particles removed in the first nostril. This intricate process often hinders the ability to smell as well as other [[Stellaborn]]. With deep ear canals that capture every sound around them, a Tartyn can hear a pin drop from nearly a mile away, making them one of the best-hearing [[Stellaborn]] known. Their legs, in Traveler and Stellian form, are shorter, yet their thicker limbs are filled with muscles built for digging and lifting. They may not be able to travel far for extended periods, but in taxing occupations can work for hours on end.
  
 {{ tartynmouthreferences.png|Tartyn Mouth References}}The inner mouth of a Tartyn exhibits a more carnivorous diet, with sharp teeth throughout. Their upper and lower canines are retractable, usually piercing out when baring their teeth or in heightened states of emotion. These extremely sharp teeth are particularly useful in tearing through specific pieces of meat, separating edible pieces from non-edible ones, or in the context of battle, to tear through veins or tendons.  {{ tartynmouthreferences.png|Tartyn Mouth References}}The inner mouth of a Tartyn exhibits a more carnivorous diet, with sharp teeth throughout. Their upper and lower canines are retractable, usually piercing out when baring their teeth or in heightened states of emotion. These extremely sharp teeth are particularly useful in tearing through specific pieces of meat, separating edible pieces from non-edible ones, or in the context of battle, to tear through veins or tendons. 
  
-Despite having skin, muscle, and bones, the internal structure of a Tartyn follows that of other [[Stellaborn]]. They consume food and other materials to stay as true to 'mortality' despite not needing to sustain their clusters as often as [[Astrali]] do. They instead will settle in one of the four [[Tynogeum|Proving Grounds]] to allow one of their [[dieties|Vadi]] to help replenish their [[Astral Core]]. Their unique circulatory system, constellines, connects every visible section of their [[Astral Core]] to ensure the health of the Tartyn. Their [[Astral Core]] is known to be even harder than an [[Astrali|Astrali's]], making them near-indestructible.+Despite having skin, muscle, and bones, the internal structure of a Tartyn follows that of other [[Stellaborn]]. They consume food and other materials to stay as true to 'mortality' despite not needing to sustain their clusters as often as [[Astrali]] do. They instead will settle in one of the four [[Tynogeum|Proving Grounds]] to allow one of their [[Deities|Vadi]] to help replenish their [[Astral Core]]. Their unique circulatory system, constellines, connects every visible section of their [[Astral Core]] to ensure the health of the Tartyn. Their [[Astral Core]] is known to be even harder than an [[Astrali|Astrali's]], making them near-indestructible.
  
 The Tartyn's Astral Windows are more prominently displayed on their neck, chest, hands, and down the sternum and belly of their Traveler form. This is not only to identify health and origin, but their near-indestructible qualities also intensively enhance their ability to dig through difficult terrain and substances. The Tartyn's Astral Windows are more prominently displayed on their neck, chest, hands, and down the sternum and belly of their Traveler form. This is not only to identify health and origin, but their near-indestructible qualities also intensively enhance their ability to dig through difficult terrain and substances.
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-====Species Research====+=====Species Research=====
  
 //Thanks to the diligent work of Laurel Institute scholars in [[Demithos]], the following information has been recorded for the Tartyn.// //Thanks to the diligent work of Laurel Institute scholars in [[Demithos]], the following information has been recorded for the Tartyn.//
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 **Form Notes:** All Tartyn can shift freely between their Traveler & Stellian forms to fit whatever needs or preferences they have. Unlike [[The First]] [[Astrali]], the ancient Tartyns (those who have lived since their first emergence in 44 BL) can shift between their Traveler and Stellian forms without consequence. There is no clear reason why they were given the ability over their Starborn cousins, however, their ability to shift so freely leads to the belief that other forms may be possible in the future. **Form Notes:** All Tartyn can shift freely between their Traveler & Stellian forms to fit whatever needs or preferences they have. Unlike [[The First]] [[Astrali]], the ancient Tartyns (those who have lived since their first emergence in 44 BL) can shift between their Traveler and Stellian forms without consequence. There is no clear reason why they were given the ability over their Starborn cousins, however, their ability to shift so freely leads to the belief that other forms may be possible in the future.
  
-**Star Cycle Information:** All Tartyn originate from an 'unfinished' star that was created by [[Zenta]] and [[Emasis]], as [[Iphion]] was not confident in her abilities or her sister's ideas. It's said that thousands, if not more, of these unfinished stars were made as the two sisters tried to fill the void in their creation that [[Iphion]] left, and discarded when they could not complete it. These stars were all thrown deep into [[Kunvadis]], with some burying themselves deep beneath the surface and others sitting in higher levels. While the [[Deities|Goddesses]] believed these creations were unable to form, they were forgotten until they returned with the [[Astrali]] 50 years later. However, they were not forgotten by the [[Deities|Vadi]] of [[Kunvadis]], as these stars were raised through the layers of dirt and rock to be cared for and 'hatched' by their powers of earth, water, air, and fire combined. Once formed as an Oreborn, these young Tartyn age quickly as they are born with stabilized [[Astral Core|Astral Cores]] within the first 12 hours. As they age over the next five years, they become attuned to one [[Deities|Vadi]] in particular, and often find their home and their path by settling near their [[Tynogeum|Proving Grounds]]. Once a Tartyn reaches the age of 10, they are expected to complete their [[Proving Trials|Proving Trial]] to properly respect each of the four [[Deities|Vadi]] before they can adventure beyond [[Tynogeum]]. Once completed, a Tartyn may spend the rest of their life traveling or settle down somewhere to work or relax. This ending varies from Tartyn to Tartyn, depending on what they wish to find in their lives. The oldest living Tartyn is known to be [[Queen Batea]], however, she has given remarks on a Tartyn that came before her, one who held no name but cared for the ancients during their first year of life. She died during the spring of 18 AL, coinciding with the shattering event of disrespect that caused [[Queen Batea]] to cut off the [[Astrali]] from visiting her Kingdom. Even to this day, her Pulsarian Bloom is guarded deep within the castle in [[Demithos]], and no [[Astrali]] is permitted to see her or pay their respects. [[Queen Batea]] has been kind enough to explain that her Bloom is just as strong as the day she was lost, glittering in crystallized colors, surrounded by plants of [[Edall's Grove]].+**Star Cycle Information:** All Tartyn originate from an 'unfinished' star that was created by [[Zenta]] and [[Emasis]], as [[Iphion]] was not confident in her abilities or her sister's ideas. It's said that thousands, if not more, of these unfinished stars were made as the two sisters tried to fill the void in their creation that [[Iphion]] left, and discarded when they could not complete it. These stars were all thrown deep into [[Kunvadis]], with some burying themselves deep beneath the surface and others sitting in higher levels. While the [[Deities|Goddesses]] believed these creations were unable to form, they were forgotten until they returned with the [[Astrali]] 50 years later. However, they were not forgotten by the [[Deities|Vadi]] of [[Kunvadis]], as these stars were raised through the layers of dirt and rock to be cared for and 'hatched' by their powers of earth, water, air, and fire combined. Once formed as an Oreborn, these young Tartyn age quickly as they are born with stabilized [[Astral Core|Astral Cores]] within the first 12 hours. As they age over the next five years, they become attuned to one [[Deities|Vadi]] in particular, and often find their home and their path by settling near their [[Tynogeum|Proving Grounds]]. Once a Tartyn reaches the age of 10, they are expected to complete their [[Proving Trials|Proving Trial]] to properly respect each of the four [[Deities|Vadi]] before they can adventure beyond [[Tynogeum]]. Once completed, a Tartyn may spend the rest of their life traveling or settle down somewhere to work or relax. This ending varies from Tartyn to Tartyn, depending on what they wish to find in their lives. The oldest living Tartyn is known to be [[Queen Batea]]; however, she has given remarks on a Tartyn that came before her, one who held no name but cared for the ancients during their first year of life. She died during the spring of 18 AL, coinciding with the shattering event of disrespect that caused [[Queen Batea]] to cut off the [[Astrali]] from visiting her Kingdom. Even to this day, her Pulsarian Bloom is guarded deep within the castle in [[Demithos]], and no [[Astrali]] is permitted to see her or pay their respects. [[Queen Batea]] has been kind enough to explain that her Bloom is just as strong as the day she was lost, glittering in crystallized colors, surrounded by plants of [[Edall's Grove]].
  
 **Subspecies:** There are three different types of Tartyn: Lithos, Asthen, and Nucleus. From research of the 'hatching' cycle that the [[Deities|Vadi]] complete, the differentiation of the subspecies depends on where they were pulled from the Earth by [[Edall]]. Lithos are pulled from the top layers, Asthen from the middle layers, and Nucleus from the innermost layers of the earth.  **Subspecies:** There are three different types of Tartyn: Lithos, Asthen, and Nucleus. From research of the 'hatching' cycle that the [[Deities|Vadi]] complete, the differentiation of the subspecies depends on where they were pulled from the Earth by [[Edall]]. Lithos are pulled from the top layers, Asthen from the middle layers, and Nucleus from the innermost layers of the earth. 
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 {{ asthen-divider.png |Asthen Title Divider}} {{ asthen-divider.png |Asthen Title Divider}}
 +====Asthen Tartyn====
 **Asthen [[character-attributes|Attributes]]:** +3 STR, +1 INT **Asthen [[character-attributes|Attributes]]:** +3 STR, +1 INT
 \\ **Natural [[Anomalies]]:** N/A \\ **Natural [[Anomalies]]:** N/A
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 {{ lithos-divider.png |Lithos Title Divider}} {{ lithos-divider.png |Lithos Title Divider}}
 +====Lithos Tartyn====
 **Lithos [[character-attributes|Attributes]]:** +1 STR, +2 AGI, -1 INT **Lithos [[character-attributes|Attributes]]:** +1 STR, +2 AGI, -1 INT
 \\ **Natural [[Anomalies]]:** Thick Coat, Multiple Limbs \\ **Natural [[Anomalies]]:** Thick Coat, Multiple Limbs
 \\ **[[Astral Core]]** Intensity: 1 \\ **[[Astral Core]]** Intensity: 1
  
-{{ lithos.png?200|Lithos Tartyn Stellian Form}}**Lithos (//Lith-ohs//)** Tartyn are the most common Tartyn, as their discard method by the [[Deities|Goddesses]] was usually lackluster, being tossed to [[Kunvadis]] with barely enough effort to disappear beneath the surface. Despite their harbored resentment at the lack of attention they were given {{lithos-traveler.png?375 |Lithos Tartyn Traveler Form}}by the sky gods, it was [[Eire]] who ensured that they made it to the 'hatching' cycle by pushing any loose dirt or soil over those who had been uncovered by time. Their worship of the [[Eire]] is one of the strongest, and they often put themselves in occupations where they are never without her presence. From farming, to exploring, or guarding [[Eire's Cyclone]], the Lithos Tartyn are exceptionally loyal. If they are given any form of kindness or help, they are the quickest to pay it back. Honesty and loyalty mean the most to them.+{{ lithos.png?200|Lithos Tartyn Stellian Form}}**Lithos (//Lith-ohs//)** Tartyn are the most common Tartyn, as their discard method by the [[Deities|Goddesses]] was usually lackluster, being tossed to [[Kunvadis]] with barely enough effort to disappear beneath the surface. Despite their harbored resentment at the lack of attention they were given {{lithos-traveler.png?375 |Lithos Tartyn Traveler Form}}by the sky gods, it was [[Eire]] who ensured that they made it to the 'hatching' cycle by pushing any loose dirt or soil over those who had been uncovered by time. Their worship of the [[Eire]] is one of the strongest, and they often put themselves in occupations where they are never without her presence. From farming to exploring or guarding [[Eire's Cyclone]], the Lithos Tartyn are exceptionally loyal. If they are given any form of kindness or help, they are the quickest to pay it back. Honesty and loyalty mean the most to them.
  
 {{ lithos-skeletalreference.png |Lithos Tartyn Skeletal Reference}} {{ lithos-skeletalreference.png |Lithos Tartyn Skeletal Reference}}
  
 {{ nucleus-divider.png |Nucleus Title Divider}} {{ nucleus-divider.png |Nucleus Title Divider}}
 +====Nucleus Tartyn====
 **Nucleus [[character-attributes|Attributes]]:** +2 INT, +2 CHA **Nucleus [[character-attributes|Attributes]]:** +2 INT, +2 CHA
 \\ **Natural [[Anomalies]]:** Cirri, Magical Excess \\ **Natural [[Anomalies]]:** Cirri, Magical Excess
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