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Izura is T'kel, a race of reptilian humanoids from the | Izura is T'kel, a race of reptilian humanoids from the Gerborian Grasslands. Historically, the T'kell were a war-like and violent race, until one of the great Philosopher-kings, Zuras, led them to an enlightened age (see T'kel histories, Dragon magazine, March 2004). As a result, the T'kel have progressed toward a civilization of martial artists and nature worshipers. Although they still follow a somewhat nomadic hunter-gatherer way of life, most T'kel live in walled towns and villages near their legendary monasteries. | ||
Izura herself, is the twice great-granddaughter of Philosopher-king Zuras. Although they don't necessarily have royalty per se, the line of Zuras holds a special place in T'kel civilization. As a child, Izura grew up much like most children of other races. However, at age 10, she was brought before the T'kel elders of her clan (Clan Chodanii - "clan of the Wise Dragon"). After a series of tests, she was given the choice of entering one of the many T'kel monasteries and become a monk, or live a citizens life in the clan. She chose to become a monk, and journeyed to | Izura herself, is the twice great-granddaughter of Philosopher-king Zuras. Although they don't necessarily have royalty per se, the line of Zuras holds a special place in T'kel civilization. As a child, Izura grew up much like most children of other races. However, at age 10, she was brought before the T'kel elders of her clan (Clan Chodanii - "clan of the Wise Dragon"). After a series of tests, she was given the choice of entering one of the many T'kel monasteries and become a monk, or live a citizens life in the clan. She chose to become a monk, and journeyed to | ||
Revision as of 02:41, 16 March 2007
Izura is T'kel, a race of reptilian humanoids from the Gerborian Grasslands. Historically, the T'kell were a war-like and violent race, until one of the great Philosopher-kings, Zuras, led them to an enlightened age (see T'kel histories, Dragon magazine, March 2004). As a result, the T'kel have progressed toward a civilization of martial artists and nature worshipers. Although they still follow a somewhat nomadic hunter-gatherer way of life, most T'kel live in walled towns and villages near their legendary monasteries.
Izura herself, is the twice great-granddaughter of Philosopher-king Zuras. Although they don't necessarily have royalty per se, the line of Zuras holds a special place in T'kel civilization. As a child, Izura grew up much like most children of other races. However, at age 10, she was brought before the T'kel elders of her clan (Clan Chodanii - "clan of the Wise Dragon"). After a series of tests, she was given the choice of entering one of the many T'kel monasteries and become a monk, or live a citizens life in the clan. She chose to become a monk, and journeyed to