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Minthari
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Plural	Minthari
Spirit Origin	Desame
Classification	Human
Homeland	Terasil
Average Height	4-5 feet
Average Lifespan	90–120 years
Factions	Minthal Collective • Republic of Astrathal

Introduction

The Minthari are a subterranean lineage of humans whose civilization developed in the Minthal, the domain of Desame and Sarabam the spirit of caverns, situated beneath the mountains of eastern Terasil. Their society exists in extensive cavern systems and subterranean cities within the Minthal and Astrathal ranges.

Origin and Nature

The Minthari trace their origins to the period known as the Great Migration, when human settlers first entered the Minthal and Astrathal mountain ranges. Seeking refuge from surface dangers, groups of migrants took shelter in the natural caverns of the Minthal range. Over generations, these communities descended deeper into the earth. The influence of Desame, the Ascended Spirit of Desire and Greed, shaped their emerging culture and mentality. They were also affected by the Ascended Spirit of Caverns and Minerals, whose presence further transformed them in both form and temperament.

Biology and Physical Traits

Long habitation in subterranean environments profoundly altered the Minthari physique. Adaptation to total darkness led to universal blindness among their kind. In place of vision, the Minthari developed advanced auditory perception, capable of echolocation. Through low-frequency clicks, footstep vibrations, and ambient echoes, they create detailed mental maps of their surroundings.

Their skin is pale to the point of translucence, offering little protection from ultraviolet radiation. Surface exposure is therefore hazardous, and most Minthari rarely venture above ground.

Culture and Society

Minthari culture is defined by its integration with the subterranean world. With no access to the sky, sun, or changing seasons, Minthari life follows the steady, cyclical rhythms of excavation, trade, and mineral flow. Their philosophy regards desire as a sacred form of striving and treats greed as a natural force to be understood and harnessed rather than condemned.

Minthari society is meritocratic but not strongly individualistic. Communal contribution is held in high esteem, whether through mining, engineering, artistry, or scholarship. Governance differs among the major settlements. The Minthal Collective selects its leadership according to cycles of accumulated wealth, while the Republic of Astrathal practices a more democratic system. In practice, however, political influence in both regions often aligns with wealth, as is common throughout Adaris.

Each settlement functions as an interdependent component within the greater Minthari network, maintaining harmony with its surrounding environment and with other connected nodes of civilization. f intricate carvings and reliefs, often incorporated into their architecture.

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 {{Races Infobox
+|Name=Minthari
+|Civilized=Yes
+|Image=[[File:Minthari_Female.jpg|center|frameless]]
+|Plural=Minthari
+|Spirit Origin=Desame
+|Classification=Human
+|Homeland=Terasil
+|Average Height=4-5 feet
+|Average lifespan=90–120 years
+|Factions=[[Minthal Collective]], Republic of Astrathal
 |Inhabitants Name=Minthari
 |Type=Civilized Corporeal
-|Image=[[File:Minthari - Art 01.jpg|center|frameless]]
 |Realm=[[Terasil]]
 |Capital=[[Minthal]]
 }}
 {{Races Sections
-|Introduction=The '''Minthari''' are a subterranean race that dwells within the [[Anvil Range]] and [[Astralith Range]], forging vast tunnel networks beneath the mountainous heartlands of Terasil. Born from the essence of Greed and Earth, the Minthari possess an innate drive to mine, extract, and shape the earth's treasures. However, rather than unchecked exploitation, they see themselves as stewards of stone, sculpting the land while preserving its integrity.
+|Introduction=The Minthari are a subterranean lineage of humans whose civilization developed in the [[Minthal]], the domain of [[Desame]] and [[Sarabam]] the spirit of caverns, situated beneath the mountains of eastern Terasil. Their society exists in extensive cavern systems and subterranean cities within the Minthal and Astrathal ranges.
+|Origin and Nature=The Minthari trace their origins to the period known as the [[Great Migration]], when human settlers first entered the Minthal and Astrathal mountain ranges. Seeking refuge from surface dangers, groups of migrants took shelter in the natural caverns of the [[Minthal Range|Minthal range]]. Over generations, these communities descended deeper into the earth. The influence of [[Desame]], the Ascended Spirit of Desire and Greed, shaped their emerging culture and mentality. They were also affected by the Ascended Spirit of Caverns and Minerals, whose presence further transformed them in both form and temperament.
+|Biology and Physical Traits=[[File:Minthari_Male.jpg|thumb|550x550px|A Young Minthari Man.]]
+Long habitation in subterranean environments profoundly altered the Minthari physique. Adaptation to total darkness led to universal blindness among their kind. In place of vision, the Minthari developed advanced auditory perception, capable of echolocation. Through low-frequency clicks, footstep vibrations, and ambient echoes, they create detailed mental maps of their surroundings.
-Minthari society is divided between the two great ranges—the Anvil Range, where their capital city Minthal resides, and the Astralith Range, home to the shadowed city of Minthsen. Over time, cultural divergences have led to distinct traditions and philosophies among them.
+Their skin is pale to the point of translucence, offering little protection from ultraviolet radiation. Surface exposure is therefore hazardous, and most Minthari rarely venture above ground.
-|Biology and Physical Traits=* Shaped by their subterranean existence, the Minthari possess unique traits that enhance their adaptability within the deep stone corridors of Terasil:
+|Culture and Society=Minthari culture is defined by its integration with the subterranean world. With no access to the sky, sun, or changing seasons, Minthari life follows the steady, cyclical rhythms of excavation, trade, and mineral flow. Their philosophy regards desire as a sacred form of striving and treats greed as a natural force to be understood and harnessed rather than condemned.
-* Elongated, Segmented Bodies – Flexible and resilient, allowing them to navigate tight caverns effortlessly.
-* Translucent Skin – Faintly glowing [[veins]] of crystalline energy pulse beneath their surface, attuned to the vibrations of the stone around them.
-* Crystalline Veins – Their mineral-infused blood enhances their geomantic abilities, allowing them to sense shifts in the earth and manipulate stone with precision.
-=== Life Cycle and Reproduction ===
+Minthari society is meritocratic but not strongly individualistic. Communal contribution is held in high esteem, whether through mining, engineering, artistry, or scholarship. Governance differs among the major settlements. The Minthal Collective selects its leadership according to cycles of accumulated wealth, while the Republic of Astrathal practices a more democratic system. In practice, however, political influence in both regions often aligns with wealth, as is common throughout [[Adaris]].
-Minthari reproduce through a slow and deliberate process, reflecting their connection to the stability of the earth. Offspring develop within crystalline cocoons deep underground, absorbing the latent energy of the stone before emerging fully formed. This method ensures that every new generation is deeply attuned to their subterranean home.
-|Culture and Society=The Minthari are deeply communal, valuing cooperation, craftsmanship, and shared purpose. They honor the balance between creation and preservation, ensuring that their mining and forging practices do not destabilize the land they call home.
-The Anvil and Astralith Divide
-Over time, the Minthari of the Anvil and Astralith Ranges have developed distinct identities:
+Each settlement functions as an interdependent component within the greater Minthari network, maintaining harmony with its surrounding environment and with other connected nodes of civilization.
+f intricate carvings and reliefs, often incorporated into their architecture.
-*Anvil Minthari – Pragmatic and industrious, they view the mountain as a forge, ever shaping and refining its materials. Their settlements are known for their grand forges, vast halls, and precision engineering.
-*Astralith Minthari – Reserved and enigmatic, they believe in working within the stone rather than imposing their will upon it. Their hidden cities blend seamlessly into the rock, making them masters of concealment and deep-earth geomancy.
-Sacred Sites
-Both Minthari groups revere certain locations:
-*The Forgeheart Caverns (Anvil Range) – The legendary first forge, where it is said the Minthari first learned to shape stone into steel.
-*The Black Halls of Minthsen (Astralith Range) – A shadowed sanctuary lined with obsidian, where whispers of the earth are strongest.
-Art and Cultural Production
-Writing
-Minthari written language is carved into stone using precise chiseling techniques. Their records, histories, and poetry are inscribed onto cavern walls, great stone tablets, and even portable metal scrolls infused with geomantic energy to preserve their words for centuries.
-Duration: 24 seconds.0:24
-Minthari Music
-Music
-Minthari music is distinct from other subterranean cultures due to their unique physiology. Lacking arms, they produce sound primarily through their bodies, using resonant hums, rhythmic vibrations, and airflow manipulation. Their primary musical traditions include:
-*Harmonic Burrowing – Minthari create melodies by resonating their segmented bodies against the stone, producing deep, echoing drones that shift in pitch based on movement.
-*Whispering Chasms – By expelling air through specialized throat chambers, Minthari generate eerie, flute-like tones that travel through tunnel networks.
-*Stone Songlines – Using specialized pressure nodes in their bodies, Minthari tap out complex percussive rhythms on cavern walls, each beat carrying coded meaning.
-Art
-Minthari art is expressed through elaborate relief carvings, metal inlays, and sculptures. Their craftsmanship is legendary, producing intricate stone murals that depict myths, great historical events, and celestial alignments. Some sculptures are imbued with geomantic energy, allowing them to subtly shift over time.
-|Abilities and [[Osia]]=The Minthari are renowned earth manipulators, shaping their environment with unparalleled skill:
-* Earth Sensing – Detecting mineral veins, hidden caverns, and seismic shifts deep within the mountains.
-* Rock Shaping – Using geomantic force to sculpt stone, reinforce tunnels, and create intricate architecture.
-* Tremor Manipulation – Some Minthari can generate controlled vibrations, either to weaken rock formations for excavation or to defend against intruders.
-=== Language and Communication ===
-The Minthari primarily communicate through a combination of deep resonant speech and vibrational signals, which can be felt rather than heard. This allows them to convey complex information even in complete darkness. Their written language consists of intricate carvings and reliefs, often incorporated into their architecture.
-|Mythology and Legends=Minthari lore is filled with myths of earth, metal, and ambition. Among the most enduring tales are:
-* The Veins of Fire – A legend of a hidden underground river of molten metal, believed to fuel the forges of Minthal.
-* The Crystal King – A Minthari ruler of old, said to have mastered the art of moving mountains before his own ambition led to his downfall.==Relationships with Other Races==The Minthari maintain a neutral stance with most surface dwellers but have complex relationships with other subterranean races. They trade valuable minerals and crafted goods with outsiders but are wary of those who seek to exploit the depths for personal gain.
-|Notable Settlements=Major Minthari cities and settlements are embedded deep within Terasil’s mountainous heart:
-* Minthal- The capital of the Minthari, located in the Anvil Range. A vast subterranean metropolis filled with glowing forges and intricate stonework.
-* Minthsen- A secretive city hidden in the dark heart of the Astralith Range, known for its shadowed halls and geomantic masters.
-* [[Minthara]]- A thriving mining hub in the Anvil Range, renowned for its superior metalworking and excavation techniques
-* Minthset= A watchpoint town in the northern Astralith Range, serving as a strategic stronghold and observation post.
 }}
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