[quote=@Lmpkio]
This is a slightly refined version of the lizardmen race that I wrote for in the old thread.

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The lizardmen can be traced back thousands of years ago, having evolved from a common lizard-like ancestor. Initially they were a primitive race that were found deep within the jungles below the floating islands. They lived in war-based tribal communities, enhancing their focus on fighting techniques and styles. Each tribe had a signature style of combat and weaponry that made them unique from each other. At that point in time most didn't even wield magic, except for their local shaman who used it to heal others. Some tribes even made alliances with other tribes to take down other rival tribes or to face a common over-looming threat. They also had an annual celebration known as Vishia, where every tribe, rival or friendly, would congregate in a sacred spot and spend the entire day at peace with one another, only to go back to their own ways the next day.

After centuries being divided amongst themselves, the clans were eventually united by a single leader. They were united without bloodshed or violence... but ultimately by peace. Known simply in legends as Shalamandurah, or "The Peacemaker", this lizardman hated the violence that occurred between the rivaling tribes and sought to bring total peace and harmony through the clans. He created a peaceful movement that supported the cause of a united and peaceful civilization. Initially, they were laughed and frowned upon, being seen as an act of defile against their own tradition. Several tribes attempted to kill them off outright, yet Shalamandurah and his movement prevailed. Through examples and non-violent protests, the Peacemaker's movement gradually recruited more believers, eventually creating the first major religion to be presented in the Lizardmen tribes. These followers came from every tribe around, many being rivals to the Peacemaker's own, yet here they all had a common goal and belief. Eventually, the Peacemaker united the clans and formed the city of Kreedieth, the first unified city to be created by the lizardmen. A statue of the Peacemaker was erected in the middle of the city, where it still lies to this day.

The founding of Kreedieth started the golden age for the lizardmen race. For hundreds of years they dominated the jungles of Pandora, creating a peaceful society. They even began to advance in their technologies and began focusing on refining in magic. Magic soon became to be a major factor in their society, from powering machines, to advancement in medical practices. Yet before they could expand to the islands above... they vanished. This mysterious phenomenon virtually wiped them out of existence. Kreedieth was left abandoned, as were the other minor villages around, overtaken by nature once again. No signs of bloodshed could be seen nor were there records of any sickness. The lizardmen race would not be heard from again for another thousand years or so...

And when they were found, they were still thriving. Their technology was at the same development as the humans of Pandora and they were thriving in a city, in one of the distant islands, known as Jafara City. And what's more, several smaller towns and villages were eventually seen dotted across the other islands. How they were able to live under the radar so long is still a mystery. Not even the inhabitants could explain, or so they claimed.

Initially, the lizardmen were treated with valiant respect and were good trading partners with the Librarium. But after the War of the Faiths, with Archbishop Xavier taking the crown, most of the lizardmen were enslaved in the more corrupted towns. Their massive bulk and power, along with their dexterity and durability, provided exceptional attributes in slave labor especially in their massive construction projects. Only the most wealthy of the race, or those having lived in the less-corrupted cities, were spared from this grueling work. Some of them even joined the Librarium's army as their last resort to escape the gruesome workload, yet most found themselves under attack by heavy racism. Most of the lizards began to resent their once reliable allies...


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The lizardmen are essentially tall anthropomorphic lizards. They are covered in thick scales, coming in an assortment of different colors, many sporting horns on their heads, as spines running down their back, claws both on their hands and toes, and they all sport a tail. Their underbelly is often a light tan-color, or white for some breeds. They often wear robes made of plant-like fiber, or silk for more expensive clothing. They're portrayed as slightly taller than the humans, with some lizards reportedly being 6'6" tall in some cases.
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All is good, my friend!