The Race of Jinn

In Alec's adventures, he comes across many strange creatures and cultures. One such culture, is the race of Jinn...

Jinn (plural for "Genie") Is a race closely related to mankind (like dwarfs, mermaids, etc.) However, there are a few characteristics which set them apart. A Genie has aqua toned skin (blue, green, purple, etc.) with a continual glow. It is their innate gift/curse to have fluorescent skin, glowing like a smokeless fire. This is not very apparent in the day, but at night they are luminescent like fire-flies, or creatures of the deep. They also have the unique ability to vanish in a vapor of smoke, and appear somewhere else. This skill is a double edged sword, however, as while they are in the process of vanishing, their vapor may be caught in a bottle or small object. This traps them in a limbo-like state. Due to this vulnerability, it is the custom of Jinn to grant one wish to whoever frees them. In this way, (they hope) more people will be inclined to free them rather than trap them for ages.

The Jinn live in transient tribes or clans. Their caravans are found throughout the lands and deserts of Ereddu. Some disguise their glowing skin with tatoos, makeup, or with heavy dark clothing, shrouding their faces. Their tradition involves the cultivation of some Magic, but it is up to someone like Alec to teach them their true potential. Rafi is the most familiar with Jinn, and says that they make some of the best pirates...