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'''Giants''' are beings of human-like appearance that are prodigious in size and [[Strength (ability stat)|strength]]. Giants are very strong, with strengths ranging from 18/00 to 24. Likewise, in combat, they use enormous weapons that cause vastly more damage than ordinary sized swords, axes or clubs. The combination of size and strength makes any giant a formidable enemy.

While some are stupid and known to be aggressive, other giants are known to be civilised, friendly and even generous. Their number includes [[Ogre |ogres]], [[Ettin]] and [[Cyclops|cyclops]], but not [[Titan|titans]], who are [[Demi-gods (sage study)|demi-gods]] and not giants. Others include [[Cloud Giant|cloud]], [[Fire Giant|fire]], [[Frost Giant|frost]], [[Hill Giant|hill]], [[Mountain Giant|mountain]], [[Stone Giant|stone]] and [[Storm Giant|storm giants]]. [[Mist Giant |Mist Giants]] are a form of vaporous [[Quasi-elemental|quasi-elemental]] and are not actually giants.

Historically, they have taken part in numerous wars, particularly in ancient times when their numbers were greater. They flourished especially in [[Chalcolithic Age|Chalcolithic]] times; many modern giant legends tell tales of wars between giants and dragons, though there remains little enmity between these creatures today. Giants took part in constructing the [[Tower of Babel]] and [[Stonehenge]], were instrumental in the spread of Norse mythology and were known for rescuing ships at sea and aiding in the movement of Celtic peoples throughout northern Europe. The Amorites were said to have numerous giants in their number. There remains some dispute as to whether there were giants who fought at the siege of Troy, but many historic battles featured giants. It's believed that Goliath, slewed by David, was an ogre. Though there are myths that say otherwise, giants are not known for eating smaller [[Humanoid|humanoids]].

See [[Bestiary]]

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-'''Giants''' are beings of human-like appearance that are prodigious in size and [[Strength (ability stat)|strength]].  Giants are very strong, with strengths ranging from 18/00 to 24.  Likewise, in combat, they use enormous weapons that cause vastly more damage than ordinary sized swords, axes or clubs.  The combination of size and strength makes any giant a formidable enemy.
+'''Giants''' are beings of broadly human appearance distinguished by their prodigious size and exceptional [[Strength (ability stat)|strength]]. Their physical power is immense, with [[Strength (ability stat)|strengths]] typically ranging from 18/00 to 24, enabling them to perform feats of force beyond the capability of ordinary humanoids. In combat, giants wield oversized weapons proportionate to their stature — [[Club (weapon)|clubs]], [[Battle Axe (weapon)|axes]] and other implements fashioned on a massive scale — inflicting [[Damage (hit points)|damage]] far in excess of that caused by standard arms. Their reach, mass and striking force combine to make any giant a formidable opponent, capable of overwhelming lesser creatures through sheer physical dominance.
-While some are stupid and known to be aggressive, other giants are known to be civilised, friendly and even generous.  Their number includes [[Ogre |ogres]], [[Ettin|ettin]] and [[Cyclops|cyclops]], but not [[Titan|titans]], who are [[Demi-gods (sage study)|demi-gods]] and not giants.  Others include [[Cloud Giant|cloud]], [[Fire Giant|fire]], [[Frost Giant|frost]], [[Hill Giant|hill]], [[Mountain Giant|mountain]], [[Stone Giant|stone]] and [[Storm Giant|storm giants]].  [[Mist Giant |Mist Giants]] are a form of vaporous [[Quasi-elemental|quasi-elemental]] and are not actually giants.
+The classification of giants includes such beings as [[Ogre|ogres]], [[Ettin|ettin]] and [[Cyclops|cyclops]], all of which share the essential characteristics of size and strength, though differing in form and intellect. More specialised giant races include the elemental or environment-associated types: [[Cloud Giant|cloud]], [[Fire Giant|fire]], [[Frost Giant|frost]], [[Hill Giant|hill]], [[Mountain Giant|mountain]], [[Stone Giant|stone]] and [[Storm Giant|storm giants]], each adapted to particular terrains or conditions and often exhibiting distinct physical traits and cultural behaviours.
 == History ==
-Giants have taken part in numerous wars, particularly in ancient times when their numbers were greater.  They flourished especially in [[Chalcolithic Age|Chalcolithic]] times; many modern giant legends tell tales of wars between giants and dragons, though there remains little enmity between these creatures today.  Giants aided in constructing the [[Tower of Babel]] and [[Stonehenge]], were instrumental in the spread of Norse mythology and were known for rescuing ships at sea and aiding in the movement of Celtic peoples throughout northern Europe.  The Amorites were said to have numerous giants in their number.  There remains some dispute as to whether there were giants who fought at the siege of Troy, but many historic battles featured giants.  It's believed that Goliath, slewed by David, was an ogre.  Though there are myths that say otherwise, giants are not known for eating smaller [[Humanoid|humanoids]].
+Giants have played a prominent role in numerous wars, particularly in ancient times when their populations were far larger than those observed in the present era. They flourished notably during the [[Chalcolithic Age|Chalcolithic]] period, when many cultures recorded tales of their strength and martial prowess. A large number of modern giant legends recount battles between giants and dragons, though in contemporary accounts, these two groups are rarely depicted as antagonistic.
 See [[Bestiary]]

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 == History ==
-Giants have taken part in numerous wars, particularly in ancient times when their numbers were greater.  They flourished especially in [[Chalcolithic Age|Chalcolithic]] times; many modern giant legends tell tales of wars between giants and dragons, though there remains little enmity between these creatures today.  Giants took part in constructing the [[Tower of Babel]] and [[Stonehenge]], were instrumental in the spread of Norse mythology and were known for rescuing ships at sea and aiding in the movement of Celtic peoples throughout northern Europe.  The Amorites were said to have numerous giants in their number.  There remains some dispute as to whether there were giants who fought at the siege of Troy, but many historic battles featured giants.  It's believed that Goliath, slewed by David, was an ogre.  Though there are myths that say otherwise, giants are not known for eating smaller [[Humanoid|humanoids]].
+Giants have taken part in numerous wars, particularly in ancient times when their numbers were greater.  They flourished especially in [[Chalcolithic Age|Chalcolithic]] times; many modern giant legends tell tales of wars between giants and dragons, though there remains little enmity between these creatures today.  Giants aided in constructing the [[Tower of Babel]] and [[Stonehenge]], were instrumental in the spread of Norse mythology and were known for rescuing ships at sea and aiding in the movement of Celtic peoples throughout northern Europe.  The Amorites were said to have numerous giants in their number.  There remains some dispute as to whether there were giants who fought at the siege of Troy, but many historic battles featured giants.  It's believed that Goliath, slewed by David, was an ogre.  Though there are myths that say otherwise, giants are not known for eating smaller [[Humanoid|humanoids]].
 See [[Bestiary]]

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 While some are stupid and known to be aggressive, other giants are known to be civilised, friendly and even generous.  Their number includes [[Ogre |ogres]], [[Ettin|ettin]] and [[Cyclops|cyclops]], but not [[Titan|titans]], who are [[Demi-gods (sage study)|demi-gods]] and not giants.  Others include [[Cloud Giant|cloud]], [[Fire Giant|fire]], [[Frost Giant|frost]], [[Hill Giant|hill]], [[Mountain Giant|mountain]], [[Stone Giant|stone]] and [[Storm Giant|storm giants]].  [[Mist Giant |Mist Giants]] are a form of vaporous [[Quasi-elemental|quasi-elemental]] and are not actually giants.
-Historically, they have taken part in numerous wars, particularly in ancient times when their numbers were greater.  They flourished especially in [[Chalcolithic Age|Chalcolithic]] times; many modern giant legends tell tales of wars between giants and dragons, though there remains little enmity between these creatures today.  Giants took part in constructing the [[Tower of Babel]] and [[Stonehenge]], were instrumental in the spread of Norse mythology and were known for rescuing ships at sea and aiding in the movement of Celtic peoples throughout northern Europe.  The Amorites were said to have numerous giants in their number.  There remains some dispute as to whether there were giants who fought at the siege of Troy, but many historic battles featured giants.  It's believed that Goliath, slewed by David, was an ogre.  Though there are myths that say otherwise, giants are not known for eating smaller [[Humanoid|humanoids]].
+== History ==
 See [[Bestiary]]

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	'''Giants''' are beings of human-like appearance that are prodigious in size and [[Strength (ability stat)\|strength]]. Giants are very strong, with strengths ranging from 18/00 to 24. Likewise, in combat, they use enormous weapons that cause vastly more damage than ordinary sized swords, axes or clubs. The combination of size and strength makes any giant a formidable enemy.		'''Giants''' are beings of human-like appearance that are prodigious in size and [[Strength (ability stat)\|strength]]. Giants are very strong, with strengths ranging from 18/00 to 24. Likewise, in combat, they use enormous weapons that cause vastly more damage than ordinary sized swords, axes or clubs. The combination of size and strength makes any giant a formidable enemy.