A broad-strokes reference sheet for one of the mortal species of Makoiti, the Jakasu.

The jakasu are tough, desertbound birdpeople whose constitution is second to none. They are oftentimes more massive then their sibling species, due largely in part to their enormous wingspans and powerful, kin-driven hunter societies. Most jakasu eat mostly meat, with the rare desert fruit being had as a precious source of sugar.

Most jakasu communities exist in the depths of the desert, atop huge, ley-line-cored spires called taro. These taro extend for kilometers on a slant into the air, supported by rich veins of magical metal in their cores. As all jakasu can fly and prefer to glide, these taro are optimal for their societies to live upon.

So dependent are most tribal jakasu on the taro, their rituals and traditions center about their spires. Communities without taro to rally about often rally about other things, like trains or plateaus — high or imposing structures that give them an edge above the common, animalistic rabble of their desert-grazing prey.

Aside from their culture, jakasu are essentially what they look like. Akin to the ikso, they have four hands — but not four arms. Their flight-feathers can be coaxed and bent into grasping objects, as can their talon-feet. Jakasu are usually very, very strong and very, very durable, and some can survive for weeks without access to fresh food and water. Maybe not in the best state, of course, but they can certainly live.