The Living Sculptures. Partially animated stone/clay beings who sleep standing and need minimal furnishings.
Physical Appearance
- Humanoid beings composed of animated stone, clay, metal, or other materials
- Heights vary greatly from 120 to 240 feet tall depending on their material composition
- Bodies often feature ornate carvings, runes, or natural patterns that vary by region of origin
- Move with surprising grace despite their solid composition
- Some have glowing runes or gemstones embedded in their forms that pulse with magical energy
- Facial features are expressive but simplified compared to flesh races
Biology & Lifespan
- Animated by a fusion of elemental magic and life essence
- Don’t age in the traditional sense, but slowly transform over centuries
- Can live indefinitely if properly maintained, with some Golemkin over 500 years old
- Don’t require food but consume minerals to repair and enhance their bodies
- Enter a dormant state rather than sleeping, often standing or in specific poses
- Cannot reproduce naturally; new Golemkin are created through special rituals
Culture & Society
- Value permanence, craftsmanship, and purposeful existence
- Organized into “quarries” or “foundries” (community groups based on material type)
- Many work as guardians, craftspeople, or magical conduits
- Art is central to their identity—many consider themselves living works of art
- Highly ritualistic society with ceremonies marking transformations and achievements
- Record history through carvings on their own bodies or communal monuments
Special Needs at The Inn
- Reinforced floors and furniture to support their weight
- Special mineral baths for rejuvenation instead of beds
- Maintenance areas with tools and materials for self-repair
- Heat sources for clay Golemkin who can stiffen in cold temperatures
- Quiet meditation spaces for their dormant periods
Interactions with Other Races
- Respected by Human for their reliability and craftsmanship
- Fascinated by the constantly changing Lumari crystals
- Often form working relationships with Sylvani, combining plant growth with stone structures
- Sometimes misunderstood as emotionless, though they experience deep feelings
- Protective of smaller races like Pom Poms and Wisps
Story Potential
- An ancient Golemkin seeking a specific mineral only found near the inn to complete a centuries-old transformation
- A newly created Golemkin struggling to find purpose and identity
- Golemkin artisans willing to enhance your inn’s structure with magical stone features
- Seasonal gatherings of Golemkin who form temporary geometric arrangements during celestial events
- A rare Golemkin made of unusual material (glass, ice, etc.) with unique needs