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Adjustments: Pick one attribute to raise: +1, and one attribute to lower: -1.
Compatible Classes: All classes

General
Humans are the most adaptable, ambitious, and unpredictable race in all of Derlith. 
Unlike elves, dwarves, or goblins - who are shaped by rigid traditions - humans thrive 
in diversity and change, able to excel in any class, profession, or walk of life. 
They are masters of reinvention, constantly expanding, exploring, and reshaping the 
world to fit their desires. Where other races are bound by ancestral grudges, rigid 
caste systems, or inborn destinies, humans are free to carve their own fate. This makes 
them both feared and envied by longer-lived races, who see humans as rash, unpredictable, 
and dangerously ambitious. Despite their short lifespans, humans advance quickly, 
mastering skills faster than most races and producing legendary heroes, conquerors, and 
scholars. Their relentless drive and ingenuity have allowed them to build vast cities, 
wage great wars, and forge powerful kingdoms - but they are also prone to corruption, 
greed, and internal strife. Humans are neither inherently good nor evil. They are shaped 
by their choices - some become noble warriors and wise scholars, while others become 
ruthless warlords and cunning thieves.

Physical & Mental Traits
Physically, humans are varied in size, build, and appearance. Unlike other races with 
predictable traits, humans can be tall or short, stocky or lean, dark or fair-skinned, 
making them the most visually diverse race in Derlith. Humans are not naturally the strongest, 
fastest, or toughest, but they are remarkably balanced, able to train their bodies and 
minds in any direction they choose. Their true strength lies in adaptability - while an 
elf is always agile and a dwarf is always sturdy, a human can become whatever they need to be.
Mentally, humans are innovative, ambitious, and driven by personal goals. They are fast 
learners, picking up skills 20% faster than most races, making them ideal for almost any 
profession. Their pragmatism and resourcefulness allow them to thrive in any environment, 
whether as merchants, warlords, thieves, or scholars. While other races rely on ancestral 
knowledge and long-lived wisdom, humans rely on intuition, trial and error, and sheer 
determination. They are risk-takers and opportunists, always pushing the boundaries of what 
is possible.

Culture & Philosophy
Because humans are so widespread and diverse, they have no single culture. Instead, human 
civilization is a chaotic mix of nations, cities, and tribes, each with its own beliefs, 
laws, and traditions. Some human societies are highly civilized, building grand kingdoms, 
temples, and universities, while others are warlike and nomadic, thriving through conquest 
and raiding. They are both builders and destroyers, capable of great acts of heroism or 
unspeakable atrocities. Humans have a complex relationship with other races:
-Elves often view them as short-lived, reckless, and crude, but acknowledge their potential 
 for greatness.
-Dwarves admire their work ethic and ambition, but see them as fickle and untrustworthy.
-Orcs, Ogres, and Trolls see humans as prime enemies - or food.
-Goblins and their like love exploiting humans, knowing that their greed makes them easy targets.

Above all, humans are driven by one thing - progress. They are always seeking new lands, 
new power, and new knowledge, ensuring that no race can ever truly keep them in check.

Racial Traits
-See in dark (Infravision): No
-Size class: Medium

Racial Perks & Benefits
-Versatile Adaptation: Choose one attribute to raise and one to lower at character creation, 
 allowing varied customization.
-Fast Learners: +20% bonus on skill gain checks, making them faster at mastering abilities 
 than other races.
-Wealth Seekers: +10% bonus to gold drops, as humans excel in trade, business, and opportunism.
-Ambitious Growth: +15% experience gain, reflecting their drive to improve and rise above the rest.