Barangan, The Fisher

An Akimat given to Barangan by Guresa when he reached adulthood. Kapo sometimes helps Barangan in decision-making, or when he is in extreme danger. While shy towards newly met people, it will berate Barangan if he does stupid or dangerous actions. If Kapo exerts too much energy or becomes tired, it will lay on Barangan's head and convert into a small green flame, slowly draining energy and recovering.

Barangan's spiteful and strict father, once loving and understanding prior to Barangan failing the Hangin-Harana offering. He often blames Barangan for their family's misfortunes, insulting and showing utter disappointment for his own son. He is an old Binturong Beast-folk with a hardy albeit lean build.

Barangan's deceased mother, a bright and loving person that was one of the only people in the tribe to not blame Barangan for the failed offering in Hangin-Harana. She drowned from the aftermath of the failed ceremony, when the torrential tides and storms swept their lands. She is a Binturong Beast-folk with a short and round body.

Barangan's childhood friend, an excellent hoarder and negotiator, as well as trustworthy to the people he cares about. He believes that Barangan is innocent during the mishap at the Hangin-Harana, and continues to help him by discreetly trading items from the tribe in exchange for his catch. He is a Seagull Beast-folk with a lean and tall figure.

The people's adaptation to nature's unforgiving disasters. As the prehistoric humans adapted to their environment, gradual mutations led to them receiving animalistic traits, boosting their capabilities and specialization in that said environment. They are often anthropomorphic versions of the animal they adapted to.

Small, green, floating spritis that are Habagat and Amihan's blessings to the people that worship them. These are often given in adulthood ceremonies, and are permanently linked to the receiver's soul. They can be used by the user to save oneself from near-death scenarios, decision-making, strength amplifying, etc. at the cost of draining a bit of its owner's energy at the end of the day. Akimats are linked to their owner's soul, and will slowly die out when their owner does.

A 7-day ceremony of the people of Kasilangan, done every lunar year to pray for better harvests and calmer storms. The ceremony consists of reading from the ancient scripts, reenactment of Amihan's death, and an offering to (typically a woven basket containing this season's best harvested crops, portion of their culled livestock, hunted meat and seafood.)

Barangan's former tribe, in charge of performing the Hangin-Harana. The tribe is known for their extensive history, weaving arts, and fisheries. The members are almost exclusively Beast-folk, and their territories are along the Eastern coast of Kasilangan.

A small island region on the Pacifica, featuring archipelagos, abundant natural resources, aquatic flora and fauna. For half of the lunar year, the region faces constant storms and harsh winds from Habagat's sorrow.

A common species of shrimp abundant on the seafloor, fatty and filling. This is the basis for Manguro's value, as he will often set the price based on how many Meripon it is worth.

A common species of fish, known for its gray scales, mild taste, and hearty meat. Manguro will trade a low amount of value for each fish, due to how common it is.

A common species of clams, hearty and healthy, although hard to harvest due to how well they stick to underwater rocks. They have an incredibly low chance of containing pearls. Manguro will only trade a small amount of value for the clams, but will happily trade a large amount of value for the rare pearls.

An uncommon, small, albeit flavorful species of fish, with iridescent scales and a white underbelly. Manguro is willing to trade a solid amount of value for this kind of catch, as it is his favorite fish to cook and eat.

An uncommon species of crab, known for its oddly spicy and easy to obtain meat. Manguro will only trade a low amount of value for this, as he hates to deal with their incredibly strong pincers.

A rare species of fish that is known for a paralytic toxin in its spines. Often found lying on the seafloor, stepping on its spines can immediately stun and paralyze the victim, causing a high probability of drowning. Manguro will trade a solid amount of value for the fish, and can also make an extract of the paralytic toxic for a price.

A rare species of eel, able to create electrical fields that may briefly stun anyone in range. Manguro will trade a solid amount of value for the eel, and can even create a numbing gel for a price.

An incredibly rare species of shark, known for its gorgeous appearance and docile nature. Manguro will trade an exorbitant amount of value if Barangan manages to capture one alive.

The God of the Clouds, and Amihan's husband. A caring and curious indivudual, one who actively listens to His people's wishes and requests and does what He can to make it happen. After Amihan's corruption and death, Habagat is more reclusive than before, mourning the death of His lover.

The Goddess of the Winds, and Habagat's wife. A reserved and excellent strategist, She sacrificed Herself to save Kasilangan and their people after a corruptive outbreak of Mahika plagued the region.