Merr

The Merr are a sea race that originate from Magelica. They are able to breath underwater.

Description
The Merr can reach a length of six feet. Their legs are like fish tails in the water, but out of water they transform into human-like legs. They swim by moving their body and tail in tandem, with arms that may be used as oars. They go nude, more often than not, but ornament themselves with corals, gold ornaments and they especially prize silver. They have ears that stick upwards, their foreheads connect the two ears and will act as their sonar receiver. They are the 'mark' of a Merr family, and are colored depending on such. These they often pierce with whatever ornaments they like.

History
The Merr don't have much of a history. They have existed for a very long time, and have had minor relations with humans, even working in docks as workers (for silver). They do not associate with Sea Pirates, but not as a rule. Every now and then, one can find an old Sea Pirate with his Merr wife.

Abilities
(Compared to Humans)
 * Supreme swimming ability
 * Water breathing
 * Strength within water is superior to humans
 * More aesthetically pleasing

Personality
The Merr are playful, and loving. They easily build relationships with those who are friendly. Children who live near Merr colonies often befriend Merr by giving them fish. Among Merr they are generally peaceable. They love competition and when two members of differing colonies meet they generally compete until one or the other is a clear victor.

Naming Conventions
They have no naming conventions that humans recognize, but singing seems to be some sort of identification between mates and colony members.

Notable Merr

 * Lena Landolt - The wife of Captain Logan.

Allies

 * Humans: Humans and Merr generally are friendly to each other, and Merr enjoy human company, especially children.

Homeland

 * The Merr are said to come from under-water land of Magelica.