Merfolk

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Anatomy and Appearance
Merfolk average at about 7ft in length, with males and females being roughly similar in size. Their general shape is reminiscent of that of aquatic humanoids - consistent with all members of the Elf family. Merfolk lack exernal ears, and their nictitating membranes are permanently fused over their eyes, though they still possess rudimentary external eyelids as well.

They are covered in thick, rubbery, waterproof skin devoid of hair and sweat glands. Their skin is normally gray in colour, and what little remnants of hair they may have due to their elven heritage are lacking in pigment. Beneath their skin is a layer of dense fatty tissue which accounts for their buyoancy, their strong bones and musculature ensuring their survival under the pressure of the ocean, as well as their ability to move through the water. Their fingers are also heavily webbbed.

The hind limbs of merfolk are vestigal and contained completely within the bulk of their "tail", which resembles that of a cetacean, albeit with greater flexibility. While this makes them adept swimmers, it makes it rather cumbersome for them to move on land. The immense upper body strength of the mer normally allows them to return to the water with ease if washed up on shore, but it is not uncommon for an injured mer to end up 'beached'.

Society and Culture
Mer society greatly values strength, honour, bravery and virtue. (WIP)

Technology and Architecture
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Naming conventions
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Interracial Relations
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Notable Merfolk
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