Leshen

LESHEN

Name of Species: Leshen



Baseline Dimension: A fully grown Leshen can stand at up to seven or eight foot in height, they can weigh up to 250lbs. Some Leshen are capable of taking on human disguises, however this requires a lot of magical energy to maintain. There are no specifications to their human forms as they will usual take of a human form they have seen themselves.



Baseline Appearance: A Leshen has the general outline of a human in stance but that is the only similarity, their bodies are made of earthly materials as their heads resemble the skull of a forest creature i.e deer, ram, goat etc.

Culture/Origin of Species:
Creatures as old as time itself, they are born from the forest to serve as it's guardian and protectors, believe by some to be gods. They are wielders of ancient magic and can be very dangerous if crossed. 

Over many centuries, Leshen's have observed and witnessed the modernization of the human world, and with it many fell victim to it's technological advances. The act of deforestation left many Leshen's homeless and even resulted in the death of some of their species. As a result the Leshen's were infuriated with the humans, some even sort to fight them, resulting in a war of sorts between the species. However eventually the Leshen found this was only doing more damage to their motherland, resulting in devastated landscapes and forest fires. As a result, a peace treaty was formed between the species and now there are specific regions of forest that are covered by the Leshen Habitation Protection Treaty. Thus prohibiting humans from using them as resources or building on these areas of land. Over time, peace has become commonplace between the two species and the war long forgotten. Some Leshen have even integrated fully into Human Society and coexist with them.



Traits: 
• Able to manipulate natural and  earth based elements : Rock, Soil, Sand, Water and bend them to their will.

• A Leshen may summon thorny roots, crows  or wolves to attack you, these attacks target a line directly in front of the Leshen.

• A Leshen can use their magic to disguise themselves amongst humans, however this requires a lot of magical energy. Rarely a Leshen will ignore this ability and maintain it's natural form at all times. 

• They can communicate with woodland creatures, this is through the universal language and understanding. Leshen's can sense their thoughts, desires and emotions. 

• The presence of a Leshen can restore any damage earthland around them, although this requires a lot of magical energy. They can also use this to heal wounds, even on humans, although their healing capabilities are restricted to their understanding of human biology. 





Flaws: 

• Weak to Fire, this element is naturally harmful to a Leshin due to it's body being made of earthen materials.

• Weak to Frost, this element is naturally harmful to a Leshin due to it's body being made of earthen materials, causing the plant based minerals inside them to wither and die. .