Nicaens

Biology
Nicaens, also not commonly called as demi-anthros, are an anthropomorphic race deriving from Talaens in Iastrimel.

They are characterized by their animal traits, such as ears, the presence of fur, tail(s), limbs or similar physical attributes. They generally have strong physical and sensory capabilities.

The vast majority of Nicaens are male with a small 3% of the 10% of the populace being female. Furthermore, due to their genetic deficiency, the population have short lifespans.

Historical Origins
"'Care killed the cat. Curiosity brought it back.'"Nicaens are born from a Mortal and Talaen parent, shocking right? They’re part of the small token minority race in Iastrimel that are as uncommon as the flu. The idea of Anthros and Mortals consummating used to be frowned upon as blasphemous, but at the turn of the new millenia after the war, it has become a normal thing.

They inherit the predominant heredity of the animal features from their Anthro parents and is more common to have an Anthro father than it is a mother. Because of this, it is not unusual to see more male demis than females. But female Nicaens are surely around…

You’ll just have to look carefully.

Culture
Until the late 19th century, it was unknown that Mermen were even capable of anything resembling an actual culture, due to the difficulty of reaching an underwater species.