Riverfolk

The riverfolk of Anyaral belong to a vast distributed clan that spreads across the whole continent, with many varied cultures mingling across the waterways.

Life on the rivers is far from safe, with Devanu and bandits preying on the slow-moving boats, or large and dangerous creatures, like the torala, that threaten those that stray too close. The long stretches of river that pass beneath the trees of the Naralon forests have become more dangerous in recent months, with several boats failing to return.

The riverfolk are however experienced at defending themselves, learning to defend their boats from an early age and employing experienced fighters to help.

The riverfolk spend their lives travelling up and down the waterways of Anyaral, in a similar manner to the traders with their pack beasts. Fubarnii are physically incapable of floating, so life on the water is a little more hazardous than it is for us! They also have to deal with inevitable risk of devanu ambushes and the current state of the war with the Delgon is making routes a lot more hazardous (but also more profitable…). The riverfolk are thus a hardy bunch, but also tend to pick up an assortment of protectors and passengers. Their crews are a mix of different cultures from across the Empire - displaced Engu are often highly valued for their knowledge of the water (not to mention their imposing presence).

The riverfolk’s territory is the waterways. As soon as you board a boat or swim in a river you enter their territory.