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The Massu-Kana

Demons within this tribe are traditionally adept with Alchemy - they take raw materials from the environment, infuse them with Magicka, and create useful potions. They are well-known for their discovery of rare spiritual materials such as Gratitude Crystals. In spite of their terrifying appearance, Massu often take up positions of doctoring or research rather than battle. As such, they tend to have respectable reputations. Humans sometimes refer to the Massu as "Bull Keese". Physical Traits: Large horns, bat-like wings, long claws. Skin tones vary in a wide range, similar to the Boko (red, blue, green, onyx, silver, gold.) In Ikanan, Massu can mean either "ox" or "burden-carrier" depending on context.

Creation Note: Massu comes from the Assyrian protective deity known as Lamassu, who sometimes was depicted with the horns and ears of a bull.

The Boko-Kana

These demons do not have a niche involving Magicka, and are in fact quite bad at both its use and resistance. They make up for it with resourcefulness and adaptability. Their shapes are highly variable due to this - it is said you can find a Boko thriving in any environment, and this is the reason they have persisted throughout centuries. They are builders, engineers, and creatives all at once. But their weak spiritual resolve often causes their minds to falter in the face of powerful evil auras. Humans have referred to these demons generally as Goblins, but have come up with many different names for their forms. Physical Traits: Highly variable, but often have wild pig or bat-like aspects. Skin tones vary in a large range (red, blue, green, onyx, silver, gold.) In Ikanan, Boko means "change" or "shift."

The Igo-Kana

Demons from this tribe specialize in Mirage-Weaving - they use their Magicka to create complex illusions to hide behind. They do not like being looked upon. They are excellent mimics and will often copy a face they've seen before by attaching their spell to a mask, however, mimicking too closely can have detrimental effects on the mind of the subject. They are somewhat rare in Ikanan society due to their tendency to hide in plain sight. Humans sometimes refer to these demons as "Face-Snatchers". Physical Traits: Pale irises, striped skin. Skin tones often tend towards non-human muted colors, and are ghostly or ashen. May or may not have horns. In Ikanan, Igo means "face" or "identity".

The Twili-Kana

This Tribe utilizes Hexcraft - they use their Magicka to cause negative effects by binding it to curses, conditions, and contracts. They thus have a poor reputation amongst other Ikanans and are generally rumored to be unlucky. In spite of this, their spells are commonly used in Ikanan society, especially in legally-binding agreements. They often take up positions as Court Wizards and other such government officials. Humans sometimes refer to these demons as "Shadow Casters" or "Wizzrobes".

Physical Traits: Bright warm-colored eyes, asymmetrical markings. Skin tone often tends towards non-human cool colors such as blue. Often do not have horns. In Ikanan, Twili means "shadow".

The Gerra-Kana

Finally, these demons are well-known for their use of Malice - they use their Magicka to invoke spiritual flames that can be used to both destroy or animate objects. The Gerra are unusual in that they use their jagged scales to improvise or forge weaponry. After Gerra age into the centuries, their scales may become too numerous and calcified to shed easily. Humans sometimes refer to these demons as "Firedrakes", due to their scales having similar properties to Dragon Scales and their propensity to use fire.

Physical Traits: Dark irises, diamond-scaled skin dependent on age. Skin tone often tends towards non-human warm colors and grays. Often do not have horns. In Ikanan, Gerra means "radiant" or "warmth".