Rhathiki

Rhathiki were a race of avian beings elevated on Galimma by the phoenix-god Rha'seska. Tall and majestic creatures capable of flight and great magical feats, the Rhathiki had many influential civilizations carved into the islands of Skyhome, and spread their studies across Galimma during the 2nd Era. The demise of their god at the hands of the Gaulmar however would lead to their decline and transformation into the relatively diminutive Kithi.

Creation
The Rhathiki of Galimma trace their line to the various species of Mage-Birds, magical avian creatures capable of flight and impressive displays of magic. Elevated by the magic winds of Rha'seska, the Rhathiki took on different shapes based on their lineage and organized into complex social groups across all of Galimma.

The Masters
The Rhathiki civilizations were led by the Masters, who were sagely teachers of magic and virtue to the people of Rha'seska. Each Master had their own Path, a set of philosophies and teachings taught to and passed on by their followers, and much of Rhathiki society counted on the cooperation and conjoined use of each of these Paths.

The Masters of the Rhathiki included:
 * The Eagle, Master of Law, Leadership, Vigilance
 * The Falcon, Master of Warriors, Hunting, Battle
 * The Owl, Master of Silence, Perception, Secrets
 * The Vulture, Master of Funerals, History, Agriculture
 * The Crane, Master of Magic, Study, Writing
 * The Taos, Master of Beauty, Passion, Dance
 * The Macaw, Master of Song, Speech, Wit
 * The Raven, Master of Bargaining, Wealth, Thieves
 * The Swan, Master of Marriage, Love, Companionship
 * The Albatross, Master of Travel, Exploration, Flight