Leppians

Leppians are an ethnic group native to Western Euteria. Historically they lived throughout Western and Central Euteria, but their homeland was Leppia, one of the Classical Regions of Western Euteria.

Location
Leppians traditionally inhabited Leppia, a region south of Gothica, west of Itonia, and north of Hiberia. It stretched from the Western Ocean to the Aspean Sea.

History
The history of the Leppians begins with the Euterian migrations out of Khozaria. In Khozaria they formed a single ethnic group with the Itonians, Orillians, and Bergarics. They migrated west, first stopping in the area north of Orillia. While the others stayed behind, one group continued west before settling in southeast Gothica near Lake Maritalus, known as the Maritalian Culture. During their time in Gothica a group known as the Proto-Aspeans left and settled along the northwestern shores of the Aspean Sea. The group who remained behind became the Proto-Itono-Leppians. Eventually they split, and the Itonians moved into the Itonian peninsula. The Leppians then began to migrate southwest below the lake until they reached the Western Ocean.

Physical Appearance
The Leppians had a variety of physical characteristics. In Leppia Major there was a huge variety of appearances. In the far west bordering the Western Ocean they were noted for their red hair and fair skin. Freckles were also common. In the south of Leppia Major, known as Catalia, the Leppians were known for their dark hair, hazel eyes, and tanned skin. Catalian Leppians were influenced by the culture of the Ancient Delliks and often intermarried with them.

Genetics
Leppians have a diverse variety of genetics. Early Leppians originated in what came to be known as Gothica.