The Kekoa are a race of burly hunter-gatherers who wander the Skysea in tribes, trading furs, meats, and handicrafts with both the Giants and the Dwarves. They are a competitive culture that simultaneously embraces the importance of the tribe and the worth of the individual.
Culture & Philosophy
- The Giant Reckoning: Kekoa are haunted by an innate desire to outdo their past selves. This physical manifestation appears on their faces as fissures or glowing marks when they fail themselves—a sign of shame but also spiritual power if channeled correctly.
- Pōpō Pele
- “Shellkin blood runs thick with rare minerals. They say Kekoa roars can match Tekk’s wardrums, and a Dwarf’s forge-fire never dies as long as their heart beats.”
They value competition not as a pursuit of glory, but as a tribute to the unyielding drive of the Titans. Kekoa in particular, are haunted by an innate desire to outdo their past selves, a physical manifestation appears on their faces, a reminder of their inner turmoil. Kekoa’s faces develop fissures or glowing marks when they fail themselves – a visible sign of shame but also a source of spiritual power if channeled correctly.
A Kekoa who defeats Dragons will seek out an older, larger one for their next battle. Those who fail to meet their own standards often fall into deep despair, becoming shadows of their former selves. This unspoken struggle is referred to as The Giant Reckoning.