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Halfling
Playable
Classes
Cleric,
Druid, Rogue, Paladin, Warrior
Armor
Size
Small
Race Abilities
Infravision, Disease & Poision
Resistance +5, Sneak & Hide +50
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History
No
one is sure where Halflings originally come from, but are believed by many to be
the children of Karana (The Rain Keeper). This belief is due to the many
Halflings that worship Karana and the power of the elements. They have a great
respect for the storms and monsoons that batter their farmsteads, realising that
with the destruction they bring new life and health to the living. Its not
uncommon for Halflings to become more active servants of Karana, taking up the
bow or sword as a Ranger or Paladin. Those who have a dislike for close combat
and prefer to call more directly upon nature are often taken under the wing of
an experienced Druid.
Not all Halflings will decide on professions that take them far from home,
Halfling Clerics and Warriors are a familiar sight on the grassy tracks near
their hamlet. Many will spend a lot of time in the Thicket near their home of
Rivervale, becoming bakers and tailors. The food prepared by Halflings is seen
throughout Norrath and of high demand, even finding its way to the Moon, Luclin.
Through trade and exploration Halflings have encountered all the known races of
Norrath, their travels are hot topics in the Inns and Taverns of Rivervale. They
have a great liking for an adventure and a good story and many have made
lifelong friends that are of a different race and deity. Halflings have always
been very sociable and welcoming creatures, despite the trouble it often gets
them into. Their warmth and kindness gives them no respect among many of the
more primitive races and the Trolls would usually rather eat one than try to
befriend one. Though there are a few Ogres that have found acceptance among the
Halflings and even Dark Elves have been known to gain entry to a Halflings
humble abode.
This is not to say that Halflings are a passive or docile race, they are quite
willing to fight if they need to and despite their size are quite strong and
sturdy. Among their other qualities they are gifted with agility, wisdom and a
sharp intellect and wit. Halfling Rogues are not unheard of and their talents
produce very proficient ones at that. While it would easily be possible for them
to use these talents for their own gain, Halflings are on the whole an
honourable race, they do enjoy a good chuckle and often play jokes with their
companions, but rarely with any malice or ill will. They are one of the oldest,
most established, wisest and though small and at times childish, highly
respected races of Norrath.
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Race Specific Tips
Hide 'n seek
Halflings can both hide and
sneak, this ability allows them to move unseen and go to places where others
wouldn't dare. While this ability won't make the Halfling completely invisible,
it can be useful with corpse recovery against the dumber creatures.
Stay at home
Halflings have one of the best
starting locations of all the races, it pays to train up at home before
adventuring.
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