Inspired by the Fomorians of Celtic myth, they are depicted
as humanoid, cyclopean creatures with barbed tails and beak-like snouts, with
skins that varied from a dark green to a muddy brown colour. They are described
as being part Daemon.
Fimir society is divided into a caste system, consisting of
Meargh, the Dirach, the Fimm warriors, and the Shearl. The Meargh - also known
as witch-hags - are the leaders of Fimir colonies, as well as the only females.
A Meargh would typically also be a very powerful user of magic. The Dirach -
described as "daemon-friends" - are a caste of wizards specialising
in the worshipping of Daemons. The warrior caste - consisting of Fimm (warriors),
Fianna Fimm (elite warriors), and the various nobles - take the brunt of
raiding and fighting. The Shearls - the slaves of a Fimir settlement - exist
only to work and die. The ruling Meargh hold the clans together. In the event
of a Meargh's death, the Fimir of her stronghold separate, either working as
mercenaries for other evil creatures or seeking out another clan to join.
However the Meargh is sterile and therefore unable to breed. So as to replenish
their numbers the Fimir kidnap young fertile human women to use as breeding
stock.
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Part 2 will be my personal fluff and background for the Fimir Warband of Dolgar Manhood-Eater, Doomed One of Malal and Renegade.
Until next time!
- Chico