Post by Sonny Walker on Jul 28, 2008 13:29:57 GMT -5
Race name: Moreaux
Note: The Moreaux aren't truly a race of their own. The term is actually a catch-all for the end results of any number of experiments with humans or human genetic material.
Attributes: The only unifying theme among Moreaux is that they are all roughly human in shape and stature, and (among the survivors of course) somewhat above average in overall strength and ability. They range from normal human to freakish in appearance - they might fit in well with an old-school carnival freakshow. Some Moreaux share traits with one or more animals; others simply are advanced versions of humans, while still others are far removed from humanity, and bear little resemblance to anything in nature.
History: The earliest "Moreaux" are probably natural-born; conjoined twins, giants, and the like. These genetic abnormals, combined with science fiction and the runaway pace of scientific advancement probably led to the development of true Moreaux. Similar to Hitler's experiments on the dead, unscrupulous men with a desire to be 'advanced' have tried various methods of 'improving' humans for decades, if not centuries. However, with the current level of scientific knowledge and power, "stable" Moreaux have begun to survive the experiments that create them.
Strengths: On average, a Moreaux will be a little more physically endowed than a normal human - stronger, better, faster. Some will have abilities beyond a human's as well - often similar to some creature or other, such as heightened senses, amphibious nature, pheremones, or poisons. These powers are limited to nature's scope, and may come with disadvantages of their own. (For instance, flight would require a smaller and much lighter body, and a high demand for energy).
Weaknesses: The final advantage of Moreaux over other non-humans is they do not have any 'mystical' weaknesses. However, whatever abilities they may have often come with natural drawbacks, and Moreaux are usually unable to survive in normal society - their distorted appearances only add to the issue, as lack of human contact and normal development combine with a tendency towards animalistic or imbalanced behavior, mental disabilities, and even insanity.
Note: The Moreaux aren't truly a race of their own. The term is actually a catch-all for the end results of any number of experiments with humans or human genetic material.
Attributes: The only unifying theme among Moreaux is that they are all roughly human in shape and stature, and (among the survivors of course) somewhat above average in overall strength and ability. They range from normal human to freakish in appearance - they might fit in well with an old-school carnival freakshow. Some Moreaux share traits with one or more animals; others simply are advanced versions of humans, while still others are far removed from humanity, and bear little resemblance to anything in nature.
History: The earliest "Moreaux" are probably natural-born; conjoined twins, giants, and the like. These genetic abnormals, combined with science fiction and the runaway pace of scientific advancement probably led to the development of true Moreaux. Similar to Hitler's experiments on the dead, unscrupulous men with a desire to be 'advanced' have tried various methods of 'improving' humans for decades, if not centuries. However, with the current level of scientific knowledge and power, "stable" Moreaux have begun to survive the experiments that create them.
Strengths: On average, a Moreaux will be a little more physically endowed than a normal human - stronger, better, faster. Some will have abilities beyond a human's as well - often similar to some creature or other, such as heightened senses, amphibious nature, pheremones, or poisons. These powers are limited to nature's scope, and may come with disadvantages of their own. (For instance, flight would require a smaller and much lighter body, and a high demand for energy).
Weaknesses: The final advantage of Moreaux over other non-humans is they do not have any 'mystical' weaknesses. However, whatever abilities they may have often come with natural drawbacks, and Moreaux are usually unable to survive in normal society - their distorted appearances only add to the issue, as lack of human contact and normal development combine with a tendency towards animalistic or imbalanced behavior, mental disabilities, and even insanity.
