Volco

The Volco are a fox-like people native to Magmarne, and interestingly enough, Magmarne himself bears a resemblance to them, to the point where it is downright questionable whether they came first or whether he came first. However, word of the gods states that he came first. They are adept at native forms of martial arts and are often seen fighting unarmed. There are two distinct groups of Volco - those from Magmarne proper, whose features are most commonly described, and those from Andhera-Caldo, who bear very distinct features and distinct cultural differences. They can be of any element, though they have a heavy lean toward Fire.

Physiology
Volco are fox-like creatures, sporting large ears and bushy tails. Each Volco starts with one tail, but may grow up to nine in their lifetime. Their skin is covered in a fine, orange-red fur, with longer hair on their heads. Volco from Andhera-Caldo have much darker hair, longer ears, and a naturally frailer body.

Culture
Volco from the Magmarne kingdom are a very spiritual sort. Many dedicate their lives to upholding ancient Magmarnian temples and structures. They follow a strict creed originating from Magmarne's own teachings, like living a modest life, always entering battle unarmed, and submitting to no one. A famous group of Volco make a yearly pilgrimage around the kingdom and to the colonies to give alms and spiritual advice.

It is said that the Volco of Andhera-Caldo immigrated there as a rejection of the strict teachings in Magmarne. Instead, they value survival, and are much more likely than their counterparts to fight dirty. Still, they keep a close brotherhood. Whether they act as protectors of the colony or as a dangerous mob depends on your point of view, and whether or not you're on their good side.

There's an obvious rivalry between the two groups. When Magmarnian Volco visit Andhera-Caldo, the latter group likes to see if they can goad the former into fights. That said, their competitive nature can benefit the people around them, as both groups try to be more generous than the other.

Relation with other creatures
Magmarnian Volco get along very well with their fire elemental counterparts, the Brucitola, despite the latter's much more aggressive culture. They do their best to accept people of all races, though world view clashes may stretch the individual Volco's patience thin. Andhera-Caldo Volco are more open about any stereotypes they'll hold against you, but if you're willing to play by their rules you can gain their respect.