Glass-Eyed Mergoblins

Abyssal Fennec 

Overview

What is it: The Glass-Eyed Mergoblins are a diminutive race of amphibious creatures, easily identified by their scaly gray-green skin and sizeable webbed feet. Their most distinguishing feature is their large, protruding eyes, which are ink black beneath the water's surface but transform into a luminescent glaze reminiscent of sea glass when they are above water, earning them the human moniker "a-Kas’amat’an" or "Glass-Eyes."

Nature and Interaction with Humans

Description: Known for their mischievous tendencies, mergoblins have a complex and often adversarial relationship with human inhabitants. Viewed as unsightly pests, mergoblins are frequently blamed for shipwrecks and mysterious drownings, illustrating their reputation for cunning and mischief. Despite these negative perceptions, a flip side to their nature exists—those who can look past the surface may uncover the unique charm and strength of mergoblin communal ties.

Society and Culture

Notes from Explorers: The mergoblins, who refer to themselves as the “Awalu Rayhu” or the "First People," maintain an elaborate matriarchal society with a well-established hierarchy. Their communities are housed within intricate networks of underwater caves and tunnels. As skilled hunters and gatherers, they sustain themselves on a varied diet of aquatic plants and small fish. The matriarchal structure not only emphasizes the leadership roles of female mergoblins but also exemplifies an ordered yet affectionate social framework.

Historical Migration and Self-Perception

Details: Originally believed to have been surface goblins during prehistory, the mergoblins faced displacement with the arrival of human settlers in Area 8. As land was scarce in this archipelago, necessitated by the limited geography, the mergoblins were driven to seek refuge beneath the seas and the sparse island. This historical upheaval fortified their view of themselves as the "First People," setting humans in the role of colonizers within their cultural narrative.

Relationship with the Environment

Details: Thoroughly integrated into their aquatic habitat, mergoblins excel not only in hunting and gathering but also in maintaining a delicate balance with their environment. They cultivate a profound connection with the sea and its offerings, reflecting a symbiotic relationship meticulously fostered over generations.

Key Points:

1. Beings:  Mergoblins are small, amphibious creatures distinguished by their scaled gray-green skin and luminescent eyes. Humans call them a-Kas’amat’an or "Glass-Eyes"; they are seen as mischievous and troublesome.

2. Lore:  Mergoblins refer to themselves as the "Awalu Rayhu" or "First People." They inhabit underwater caves, forming matriarchal societies with complex hierarchies.

3. Sea Dwellers: Historical displacement by human settlers led them to seek refuge in aquatic environments. Despite a negative reputation, they are capable of deep communal bonds and are proficient hunters and gatherers.

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