Centaur

Centaurs, or Lhamen, are a race of sapient creatures found in Vedar. They are very uncommon compared to humans or other major races, and are a rare sight in the major civilised nations such as the Aurelian Empire.

A centaur has the upper body of a humanoid, and an equine lower body. They can greatly vary in colour and size.

History
The majority of centaurs are formed of two distinct types: Centaur Proper, who tend to be taller, with a lower body resembling a horse, and the Lhamen, who tend to have a shaggy coat and are excellent climbers.

It is important to note that the term centaur itself comes from the Elder name for the race and all Centaur Proper descend from those Lhamen taken as slaves by the Elders.

The Lhamen are the most populous group and originate from the mountainous regions of East Vedar. The tribes inhabiting these regions are insular and do not interact much with other races, though some trade is carried out with nearby villages.

Most Centaur Proper live in nomadic tribes in the Silvan Plains to the south of the Aurelian Empire. They tend to be distrustful of the great cities and confines of civilisation.