The world of Lament is peopled by different sentient species (often called "races" on other games) which all have their own playing style. A character's species determines their general appearance, their base stats, and certain physical quirks like dietary limitations or natural armor. A character's species does not determine their personality (save in the broadest strokes), the presence or absence of their faith, the skills they start with, the skills they can learn, or where they start play.
Lament's species are not interfertile; there are no half-breeds. Most regions also strongly discourage romance or intimacy between members of different species, although friendships, business agreements, and similar affairs are under no such restrictions.
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