The name is a portmanteau of Hare and Clairvoyant, both of which describe these reclusive rabbits. With the help of their third eye, Harevoyants are able to predict the future as well as peer into the ethereal plane where spirits reside.
This page is a Work in Progress. Information may be altered or removed. The original page was very, very sparse compared to the other species, so I've been expanding it as time allows. Thank you for your patience!
Height
Dependent on breed, but ranges from 3'6" (105cm) to 7'6" (230cm).
This measurement does not include ears.
Lifespan
~200 years. They age at the same rate as humans until about 25, when they are considered adults, then age at roughly 1/3 the rate of humans.
Third Eye
Can be used to look "beyond the veil" where they can see celestial spirits and deities, lingering souls of the recently departed, and, with practice, visions of the future.
Coats
Notably, Harevoyants have distinct summer and winter coats. The patterns are usually consistent between the seasons, but the colours and fur density can change considerably. Their fur is soft and plush, akin to that of a chinchilla.
Spirituality
For Harevoyants, Spiritualty is part of their daily life: When they brew a cup of tea, they read the tea leaves. They plan their days around tarot readings and dream interpretation, and look to the stars for guidance. It can seem a bit bizarre to outsiders, whose opinion of the Hares ranges from "free spirited hippies who talk to tees" to "religious fanatics, probably part of a cult," with the truth lying somewhere in the middle.
Divination
Divination is a widespread practice and everyone has their preferred methods, including, but not limited to: cartomancy, tasseomancy, osteomancy, numerology, water/crystal/smoke scrying, automatic writing, pendulums, dream interpretation, etc.
The purpose of divination can range from simple intentions, such as planning out the day, or predicting weather patterns, to the more ambitious: communing with spirits and deities.
Language
The written language is referred to as "Lagolyphs." Symbols represent objects, ideas, actions, and descriptors, but omit particles and articles. The spoken language, meanwhile, is "Lagomani." To an outsiders ear, it sounds equal parts melodic and complex, with the pleasant hum of trilled Rs and repeating vowel sounds punctuated by soft consonants.
Community
Each village is considered a "family" and so you often hear Hares referring to each other as "brother/sister," or "auntie/uncle," or "grandma/grandpa," regardless of blood relation. Furthermore, child rearing is a community effort. While familial scents prevent cases of incest, it is nevertheless advised that Harevoyants find mates from other villages if they wish to have children of their own.
Towns & Warrens
Villages are hidden deep within forgotten forests or lost valleys, tucked away from the rest of society. These quaint hamlets are built on the surface, but are connected by a vast network of underground cities and tunnels, known as the “Warrens.” Here, they throw seasonal festivals which take place during the equinoxes and solstices.
Reproduction
When looking for a mate - be it temporary or as a life partner - Harevoyants capable of becoming pregnant are considered to be an Equinox doe/dane, or Solstice doe/dane. This is due to the fact that a doe's fertility window only occurs twice a year, for about 2 weeks, either during the spring and autumn equinox, or summer and winter solstice. Hares capable of siring children are fertile year round. And yes, of course I would give the rabbit race a section on breeding.
Burrowkin
Anyone who lives in the Harevoyant forests or within the burrows that connect their villages are referred to as "burrowkin." This applies even to non-Harevoyant races who live alongside them.
Bear in mind, Harevoyants, while outwardly warm and kind, are generally pretty withdrawn and distrusting of outsiders. A non-Hare will have to prove themselves both trustworthy as well as receptive to local customs and culture to be accepted into the flock.
Haretics
While there is no animosity towards those who are unable to commune with spirits (after all, plenty of non-Hares live in the villages, and they aren't always spiritually inclined,) it is the act of knowingly communing with malevolent spirits, that will have the locals vehemently ushering you out the door, perhaps with torches and pitchforks in tow.
For those who have been exiled, refuge can be found in the Haretic villages, which are far more welcoming of "undesirables" and "free thinkers."
Wanderlings
This is the name given to Harevoyants who have either left of their own accord, or have been exiled for one reason or another. Wanderlings are typically not welcome back in the villages, even temporarily, unless they are willing to make amends for their perceived wrongdoings.
Many Wanderlings chose to settle in cities outside the burrows and forests, living among other species, while some commit to the "wander," aspect, and travel around the world.
General
While there is no standard model for trait categorization, a variety of terms have been coined to help differentiate ear and tail types. These traits can change with the seasons, but often trend fluffier during colder months and sleeker in the summer.
(Temporary Note: Originally, I wasn't going to do a traits list, but I see now that it'd be helpful to have them for the purpose of custom designs and such.)
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General
In addition to traits, there are also "breeds" of Harevoyants. Similarly, the terminology is meant for casual use, and is not strictly defined.
Dwarven
These diminutive Hares can be especially adorable, with large eyes, a round face, and cute little ears sprouting atop their heads. Their smaller stature allows them to nimbly navigate small tunnels or underwater caverns.
Cottontail
The "standard issue" breed with no specific traits that would distinguish them otherwise. They are often on the shorter end amongst Harevoyants, with a slender build that allows them to easily move through their forested homelands.
Snowshoe
Snowshoe breeds live in colder climates, and thus keep their winter coat for longer periods of time. Both coats are typically lighter in colour, and the thick fur around their feet allows them to travel through snowy terrain with ease.
Angora
Angora Hares are known for their luxurious coats, which remain thick and silky soft year round. Unlike the Snowshoe, Angora fur has an easier time insulating against the heat, as opposed to retaining it.
Jackrabbit
With lithe frames and athletic builds, Jackrabbits are the top sprinters among Harevoyants. They also have shorter fur and large, upright ears, making them better suited for life in warmer climates.
Flemish
The Flemish breed are perhaps the most impressive of the species, easily towering over their peers. They are powerfully built and can appear a little intimidating, but tend to be very relaxed and unbothered.
Seabunnies are the aquatic subspecies of Harevoyants. They can breathe air and water alike, and their tails are shaped like fins, allowing them to move about underwater. Their coats are still soft, but insulated in a way so as to prevent them from being weighed down by heavy, wet fur.
Wolpertingers, meanwhile, sport wings and a set of antlers. Because they can fly, wolpertingers typically make their homes far off the ground, with communities residing in cliffside towns or cavernous mountain ranges.
General
Harevoyants have a bad rap for being insular - not mingling with outsiders for fear of their powers being misused. By all accounts, Hares are considered warm and kind, but they have been taught to distrust others, and so strangers are ever so gently kept at arm’s length.
Phasms
While rarely seen by the mortal races, the Harevoyants can perceive Phasms with the help of their third eye. These celestial beings have shared many a blessing with the Hares, who in turn present offerings of harvests, handcrafts, magical energy, etc.
Starweavers
These Stardagons are given slightly more grace, as they not only have a 3rd eye, but their cloudlike tails and manes are reminiscent of the Phasms. Some Starweavers affectionately refer to Harevoyants as "Stargazers," as they are often casting their gaze upon the night sky.
Kelpies & Starfishers
Interestingly, the Seabunnies have become rather outgoing, eager to mingle with Starfishers and Kelpie Bicorns. They have fostered auspicious relationships with all sea-folk, which has opened up overseas trade for the Harevoyants as a whole.
Phasmares
Unlike their benevolent cousins, Phasmares are not to be trusted. They have abused Harevoyants heightened spiritual connection in the past, tricking them into opening up portals to the Elysian Plane and unleashing the wicked Strzyga upon their hapless villages.
Strzyga & Starrobbers
Strzyga are vampiric creatures who drain the aether of living, leaving the afflicted sick and lethargic for days.
As Strzyga and Starrobbers have become fast friends in undeath, Harevoyants, as a general rule, often keep their distance from both.
Buck
Adult Harevoyant who can sire children.
Used when seeking a mate.
Doe
Adult Harevoyant who can bear children.
Used when seeking a mate.
Dane
Gender neutral term for an adult Harevoyant seeking a mate.
Kit
A Harevoyant less than 13 years old.
Grey Hare
Older Harevoyants, especially those whose coat has gone grey.
Haretic
Blasphamous Harevoyants who associate with foul spirits and Phasmares.
Artists Note: Yes, they look a lot like Starweavers - this is because Harevoyants and Phasms were both predecessors to the Starweavers. There was a time when I was no longer able to make Stardragons, and so I began an effort to revitalize my older races. I hope my personal species can find a place in your world alongside their Stardragon cousins!
You can view the original 2010 design compared to the updated 2023 artwork.
All artwork and written information by Rynies. Harevoyants are a closed species.
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