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Dracomoth: /* Economy */

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Economy

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	The Kharnaki settlements, nestled near the icy coastlines or hidden within the frozen plains and high mountains, thrive on a foundation of fishing and hunting. The ocean, with its frigid waters teeming with marine life, provides a bountiful harvest of fish, seals, and whales. These icy waters are both a source of sustenance and the backbone of their economy. The Kharnaki are expert fishermen, their longships slicing through the icy waves as they haul in their catches, ensuring their communities are well-fed and supplied.		The Kharnaki settlements, nestled near the icy coastlines or hidden within the frozen plains and high mountains, thrive on a foundation of fishing and hunting. The ocean, with its frigid waters teeming with marine life, provides a bountiful harvest of fish, seals, and whales. These icy waters are both a source of sustenance and the backbone of their economy. The Kharnaki are expert fishermen, their longships slicing through the icy waves as they haul in their catches, ensuring their communities are well-fed and supplied.

	Inland, the hunt is a vital part of life. The Kharnaki hunt formidable game such as polar bears, wild [[Kharnaki Ox\|kharnaki oxes]], reindeer, and smaller mammals, using every part of the animal to provide meat, fur, and materials for tools and clothing. These hunting expeditions are not just economic activities but also rites of passage, bonding experiences, and demonstrations of their renowned strength and bravery. In the more fertile regions of Kharnak, some Kharnaki engage in farming, cultivating hardy crops that can endure the severe climate. Root vegetables and grains, resistant to the biting cold, are grown with care and expertise. These crops supplement their diet and add a layer of stability to their subsistence lifestyle. Alongside farming, they raise livestock such as goats, sheep, reindeer and kharnaki oxes, which provide additional food sources, wool, and hides.		Inland, the hunt is a vital part of life. The Kharnaki hunt formidable game such as polar bears, wild [[Kharnaki Ox\|kharnaki oxes]], reindeer, and smaller mammals, using every part of the animal to provide meat, fur, and materials for tools and clothing. They're also experts in hunting for big game in open seas, like whales and other sea mammals. These hunting expeditions are not just economic activities but also rites of passage, bonding experiences, and demonstrations of their renowned strength and bravery. In the more fertile regions of Kharnak, some Kharnaki engage in farming, cultivating hardy crops that can endure the severe climate. Root vegetables and grains, resistant to the biting cold, are grown with care and expertise. These crops supplement their diet and add a layer of stability to their subsistence lifestyle. Alongside farming, they raise livestock such as goats, sheep, reindeer and kharnaki oxes, which provide additional food sources, wool, and hides.

	The Kharnaki are not only fierce hunters and skilled farmers but also master craftsmen. Their settlements, constructed from sturdy stone and wood, showcase their expertise in building resilient structures designed to withstand the brutal elements. Inside these rugged homes, the warmth of communal life thrives, with fires burning and stories of old told by the hearth.		The Kharnaki are not only fierce hunters and skilled farmers but also master craftsmen. Their settlements, constructed from sturdy stone and wood, showcase their expertise in building resilient structures designed to withstand the brutal elements. Inside these rugged homes, the warmth of communal life thrives, with fires burning and stories of old told by the hearth.

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Description

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	== Description ==		== Description ==

	The Kharnaki, who proudly refer to themselves as the Staþfolkrar, or "strong people," embody their name in both spirit and physique. Strength is not merely a trait but an integral part of their identity, woven into their very essence. The Kharnaki are renowned for their formidable physical power, standing far above the average human in both might and endurance. It is said that Kharnaki women are strong and capable to wrestle polar bears with their bare hands, a testament to their unparalleled strength. Men are even stronger, ~~one~~ average able to match a frost giants in physical might.		The Kharnaki, who proudly refer to themselves as the Staþfolkrar, or "strong people," embody their name in both spirit and physique. Strength is not merely a trait but an integral part of their identity, woven into their very essence. The Kharnaki are renowned for their formidable physical power, standing far above the average human in both might and endurance. It is said that Kharnaki women are strong and capable to wrestle polar bears with their bare hands, a testament to their unparalleled strength. Men are even stronger, on average being able to match frost giants in physical might.

	Physically, the Kharnaki are giants among humans, their muscular builds and towering stature making them an imposing sight. They range in height from 6.5 feet to nearly 8 feet, with most individuals weighing well over 250 pounds. Even the women, though generally shorter and leaner than the men, surpass the average human in both height and mass, exuding a presence of formidable strength.		Physically, the Kharnaki are giants among humans, their muscular builds and towering stature making them an imposing sight. They range in height from 6.5 feet to nearly 8 feet, with most individuals weighing well over 250 pounds. Even the women, though generally shorter and leaner than the men, surpass the average human in both height and mass, exuding a presence of formidable strength.

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Description

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	== Description ==		== Description ==

	The Kharnaki, who proudly refer to themselves as the Staþfolkrar, or "strong people," embody their name in both spirit and physique. Strength is not merely a trait but an integral part of their identity, woven into their very essence. The Kharnaki are renowned for their formidable physical power, standing far above the average human in both might and endurance. It is said that Kharnaki women are strong and capable to wrestle polar bears with their bare hands, a testament to their unparalleled strength~~, while the men~~ are even stronger.		The Kharnaki, who proudly refer to themselves as the Staþfolkrar, or "strong people," embody their name in both spirit and physique. Strength is not merely a trait but an integral part of their identity, woven into their very essence. The Kharnaki are renowned for their formidable physical power, standing far above the average human in both might and endurance. It is said that Kharnaki women are strong and capable to wrestle polar bears with their bare hands, a testament to their unparalleled strength. Men are even stronger, one average able to match a frost giants in physical might.

	Physically, the Kharnaki are giants among humans, their muscular builds and towering stature making them an imposing sight. They range in height from 6.5 feet to nearly 8 feet, with most individuals weighing well over 250 pounds. Even the women, though generally shorter and leaner than the men, surpass the average human in both height and mass, exuding a presence of formidable strength.		Physically, the Kharnaki are giants among humans, their muscular builds and towering stature making them an imposing sight. They range in height from 6.5 feet to nearly 8 feet, with most individuals weighing well over 250 pounds. Even the women, though generally shorter and leaner than the men, surpass the average human in both height and mass, exuding a presence of formidable strength.

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	No matter the reason, by achieving great deeds, these adventurers bring honor to their clan, reinforcing their family's reputation and strengthening their community's standing.		No matter the reason, by achieving great deeds, these adventurers bring honor to their clan, reinforcing their family's reputation and strengthening their community's standing.

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Dracomoth: /* Military and Warfare */

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Military and Warfare

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	Among the most feared and respected warriors are the '''Berserkers''', who tap into their inner wild spirits, becoming a formidable force on their own. These warriors are legendary throughout Nyrus for their ferocity and resilience.		Among the most feared and respected warriors are the '''Berserkers''', who tap into their inner wild spirits, becoming a formidable force on their own. These warriors are legendary throughout Nyrus for their ferocity and resilience.

	Kharnaki warriors are adept in melee combat, favoring weapons that make good use of their monstrous strength, such as great axes and greatswords. While they prefer melee combat, they also train in the use of bows and throwing axes, allowing them to engage enemies from a distance before closing in for close combat. Mounted combat is conducted on specially trained Kharnaki oxen, as horses are not suited to the harsh lands they inhabit.		Kharnaki warriors are adept in melee combat, favoring heavy weapons that make good use of their monstrous strength, such as great axes and greatswords. While they prefer melee combat, they also train in the use of bows and throwing axes, allowing them to engage enemies from a distance before closing in for close combat. Mounted combat is conducted on specially trained Kharnaki oxen, as horses are not suited to the harsh lands they inhabit.

	The Kharnaki are also renowned for their naval combat. Exceptional seafarers, their longships are central to their naval warfare strategy. These ships are swift and maneuverable, enabling them to launch surprise attacks and raid coastal settlements with devastating efficiency. Naval battles often involve boarding enemy ships and engaging in brutal close-quarters combat. The Kharnaki excel in these scenarios, leveraging their combat skills and ferocity to overwhelm their opponents.		The Kharnaki are also renowned for their naval combat. Exceptional seafarers, their longships are central to their naval warfare strategy. These ships are swift and maneuverable, enabling them to launch surprise attacks and raid coastal settlements with devastating efficiency. Naval battles often involve boarding enemy ships and engaging in brutal close-quarters combat. The Kharnaki excel in these scenarios, leveraging their combat skills and ferocity to overwhelm their opponents.

Dracomoth: /* Military and Warfare */

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Military and Warfare

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	== Military and Warfare ==		== Military and Warfare ==

	[[File:IMG000032 - Kharnaki Berseker.jpg\|thumb\|left\|300px\|A Kharnaki Berseker]]The Kharnaki are warriors above all else. Their approach to military and warfare is deeply embedded in their culture, emphasizing individual valor, strategic acumen, and a communal sense of duty. Each Kharnaki clan functions as a self-sufficient unit, capable of defending its territory and engaging in warfare independently. Clan chieftains, or ~~Jarls~~, lead their warriors into battle, supported by a council of seasoned fighters and advisors.		[[File:IMG000032 - Kharnaki Berseker.jpg\|thumb\|left\|300px\|A Kharnaki Berseker]]The Kharnaki are warriors above all else. Their approach to military and warfare is deeply embedded in their culture, emphasizing individual valor, strategic acumen, and a communal sense of duty. Each Kharnaki clan functions as a self-sufficient unit, capable of defending its territory and engaging in warfare independently. Clan chieftains, or '''Jaräks''', lead their warriors into battle, supported by a council of seasoned fighters and advisors.

	Within each clan, warbands are formed, consisting of warriors trained to fight together. These warbands are highly cohesive, operating with a level of coordination and mutual trust that is difficult for adversaries to break. Being a warrior is a deeply respected role in Kharnaki society. Honor and valor are highly esteemed, and warriors strive to prove themselves through acts of bravery and skill in combat.		Within each clan, warbands are formed, consisting of warriors trained to fight together. These warbands are highly cohesive, operating with a level of coordination and mutual trust that is difficult for adversaries to break. Being a warrior is a deeply respected role in Kharnaki society. Honor and valor are highly esteemed, and warriors strive to prove themselves through acts of bravery and skill in combat.

Dracomoth: /* What the Legends Say */

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What the Legends Say

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	{{under construction\|section=yes}}		{{under construction\|section=yes}}

			== Where They Live ==

			The Kharnaki, a hardy and resourceful people, predominantly inhabit the coastal regions of their home continent, Kharnak. These coastal areas offer better access to vital resources, supporting thriving communities. However, some Kharnaki, drawn by the challenge of the land, choose to live in the deeper plains or high mountains, enduring conditions where few others could survive.

			Renowned as excellent seamen, the Kharnaki are intrepid travelers, navigating the world's oceans with skill and confidence. They often establish small coastal communities on other continents, using these outposts as trade hubs. These settlements come to life with the arrival of Kharnaki ship expeditions, bustling with activity, though they host only a few permanent Kharnaki residents in quieter times.

			Kharnaki on foreign shores rarely venture far from the coast, except for those driven by compelling reasons. Even then, their inland excursions are brief, with a swift return to the sea once their goals are met. The Kharnaki's deep connection to the ocean defines their lifestyle, anchoring them to the coasts and the open waters beyond.

			In essence, whether on their native shores or far-flung trade outposts, the Kharnaki remain tethered to the sea, and even more to their frigid lands, their lives shaped by the ebb and flow of the tides and by the harsh conditions where they live.

	== Society ==		== Society ==

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			[[es:Kharnaki\|Español]]
			[[ca:Kharnaki\|Català]]
	[[File:IMG000010 - Humans (Kharnaki).jpg\|thumb\|left\|300px\|Kharnaki]]The '''Kharnaki''', known in their native tongue as the '''Staþfolkrar''', meaning "strong people" in the common language, are a hardy [[Humans\|human]] subrace hailing from the harsh and frozen continent of [[Kharnak]]. The Kharnaki are a proud and resilient people, having adapted to and thrived in one of the most unforgiving regions of Nyrus. Their love for their homeland is fierce and unwavering, rooted in a deep appreciation for the rugged beauty and formidable challenges it presents.		[[File:IMG000010 - Humans (Kharnaki).jpg\|thumb\|left\|300px\|Kharnaki]]The '''Kharnaki''', known in their native tongue as the '''Staþfolkrar''', meaning "strong people" in the common language, are a hardy [[Humans\|human]] subrace hailing from the harsh and frozen continent of [[Kharnak]]. The Kharnaki are a proud and resilient people, having adapted to and thrived in one of the most unforgiving regions of Nyrus. Their love for their homeland is fierce and unwavering, rooted in a deep appreciation for the rugged beauty and formidable challenges it presents.

Dracomoth: /* Military and Warfare */

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Military and Warfare

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	Within each clan, warbands are formed, consisting of warriors trained to fight together. These warbands are highly cohesive, operating with a level of coordination and mutual trust that is difficult for adversaries to break. Being a warrior is a deeply respected role in Kharnaki society. Honor and valor are highly esteemed, and warriors strive to prove themselves through acts of bravery and skill in combat.		Within each clan, warbands are formed, consisting of warriors trained to fight together. These warbands are highly cohesive, operating with a level of coordination and mutual trust that is difficult for adversaries to break. Being a warrior is a deeply respected role in Kharnaki society. Honor and valor are highly esteemed, and warriors strive to prove themselves through acts of bravery and skill in combat.

	Among the most feared and respected warriors are the Berserkers, who tap into their inner wild spirits, becoming a formidable force on their own. These warriors are legendary throughout Nyrus for their ferocity and resilience.		Among the most feared and respected warriors are the '''Berserkers''', who tap into their inner wild spirits, becoming a formidable force on their own. These warriors are legendary throughout Nyrus for their ferocity and resilience.

	Kharnaki warriors are adept in melee combat, favoring weapons that make good use of their monstrous strength, such as great axes and greatswords. While they prefer melee combat, they also train in the use of bows and throwing axes, allowing them to engage enemies from a distance before closing in for close combat. Mounted combat is conducted on specially trained Kharnaki oxen, as horses are not suited to the harsh lands they inhabit.		Kharnaki warriors are adept in melee combat, favoring weapons that make good use of their monstrous strength, such as great axes and greatswords. While they prefer melee combat, they also train in the use of bows and throwing axes, allowing them to engage enemies from a distance before closing in for close combat. Mounted combat is conducted on specially trained Kharnaki oxen, as horses are not suited to the harsh lands they inhabit.

Dracomoth: /* Social and Family Structure */

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Social and Family Structure

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	The clan is the fundamental unit of Kharnaki society. Each clan operates as an extended family, providing social structure, support, and a sense of identity to its members. Clan loyalty is paramount, and every individual is expected to contribute to the well-being and honor of their clan. There is no concept of nobility among the Kharnaki; instead, respect and status are earned through deeds and character.		The clan is the fundamental unit of Kharnaki society. Each clan operates as an extended family, providing social structure, support, and a sense of identity to its members. Clan loyalty is paramount, and every individual is expected to contribute to the well-being and honor of their clan. There is no concept of nobility among the Kharnaki; instead, respect and status are earned through deeds and character.

	Clans are led by a chieftain, or Jaräk, who is selected based on their leadership qualities, wisdom, and combat prowess. The Jaräk is supported by a council of elders and seasoned warriors who advise on matters of strategy, justice, and governance. This leadership structure ensures that decisions are made with a balance of experience and strength.		Clans are led by a chieftain, or '''Jaräk''', who is selected based on their leadership qualities, wisdom, and combat prowess. The Jaräk is supported by a council of elders and seasoned warriors who advise on matters of strategy, justice, and governance. This leadership structure ensures that decisions are made with a balance of experience and strength.

	Each clan dominates its own territory, but the boundaries between territories are often blurry at best. This fluidity can lead to conflicts but also fosters a spirit of resilience and adaptability among the Kharnaki. Clans often form alliances through marriages and pacts, strengthening their position and ensuring mutual support in times of need. However, rivalries and feuds are also common, driven by competition for resources, honor, and influence.		Each clan dominates its own territory, but the boundaries between territories are often blurry at best. This fluidity can lead to conflicts but also fosters a spirit of resilience and adaptability among the Kharnaki. Clans often form alliances through marriages and pacts, strengthening their position and ensuring mutual support in times of need. However, rivalries and feuds are also common, driven by competition for resources, honor, and influence.