Turmer

The Turmer are a rare and mysterious species of mer, made physically distinctive by their ears which feature a long sharp spine, most of them are considered highly attractive by Men, Mer and even some non-humanoid standards. Turmer have a ghastly tendency to feast on mortal blood and flesh, they are most often found in Nelzion.

Biology and appearance
The Turmer possess a few biological traits of note. The first is that they all produce potent pheromones which enhance their attractiveness and likeability, another is the fact that Turmer have receptors for acetylcholine that, like the receptors in venomous animals, are shaped so that it is impossible for venom to attach to them. Turmer are one of few known mammalian species with mutations in the nicotinic acetylcholine receptor that protect against venom.

The most defining trait of all however is the Turmer arrogance which stemmed from their belief that they were the pinnacle of evolution. This leads to them often appearing arrogant and aloof to others as they saw themselves as being superior to all other creatures. Even those with a more moderate viewpoint tend to see themselves as being among the most intelligent beings in Aurbis. As such, they are highly confident in their abilities.

At about 165 centimeters tall, the Turmer are typically in excellent physical shape, and their incredible metabolisms allow them to eat even the richest of foods. A distinctive trait of the Turmer was their ability to heal quickly and regenerate any body part. Their fast regeneration is believed to have been an adaptation to prevent fluid loss from bleeding. Turmer body cells were replaced every 80 hours and organs which typically were paired in other species appeared singularly in the Turmer body. Turmer are also able to absorb the blood and/or bodily fluids of others for either sustenance, offensive, defensive, or regenerative purposes.

Life cycle
Because of their regenerative abilities, Turmer could live for Millenia, however only as long as they are supplied with sustenance. Turmer are sexually-reproduced animals, requiring the mating of an opposite sex couple to produce offspring. Unlike Humans, age does not diminish their strength, intelligence, or power, and sometimes has the opposite effect, and so the oldest of their race are among the most formidable creatures in all of Nirn.

Society and culture
A primitive tribal society, the Turmer of Nelzion are known as violent and as a result their island is avoided by most beings in the civilized world. On the arid continent of Nelzion, unstable resources did not allow for mass population growth or for the stabilization of a central government, economy or trade system. Existing simply in nomadic tribes, the Turmer groups could and did interact peacefully with one another through trading, though only if both groups had plentiful water and food supplies.

Despite their violent nature Knowledge and research were highly prized within Turmer society which meant that many of the species were highly skilled academics. Their near boundless arrogance as well as dedication was unmatched by others. Results of their work had led to great advances in medical techniques throughout Nelzion whilst others were considered some of the greatest atrocities known.