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Humans are one of the species in the Known World.

History[]

See the linked page for a detailed summary of the history of humans in the Known World.

Physical Description[]

Humans in the Empyrean Series are so far identical to humans in real life.

Abilities[]

Humans have no inherit magical ability, much like their real-life counterparts. However those lucky enough to bond a dragon or gryphon can learn to channel magic known as Signets or Gryphons Gifts.[1] Humans that draw magic directly from the source (i.e. the Earth) are known as Venin.[2]

Weaknesses[]

Humans have the same weaknesses as real-life humans. These include fire,[2] strangulation, gravity (falling from great heights),[3] and poison.[4]

Gallery[]

Trivia[]

  • Like real-life humans, the humans in the Empyrean series also keep track of birthdays. Although celebratory traditions are not mentioned.

Citations[]

  1. Fourth Wing, Chapter 4
  2. 2.0 2.1 Fourth Wing, Chapter 12
  3. Fourth Wing, Chapter 1
  4. Fourth Wing, Chapter 29
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