Kobold

Appearance
The average kobold stands about four feet tall and vaguely resembles a lizard on two legs, though their features are more angular. In actuality, kobolds are not reptiles at all, but distant biological cousins of dragons; they are quick to proudly point this out to anyone who asks. Male kobolds have gray or green scales while the smaller females sport a brighter, greenish-blue tint.

Psychology
Kobolds are very clever, but are usually cursed with a short attention span. They have difficulty even following conversations with other races, and are quick to scurry off from one interesting thing to another, seemingly at random. While they sometimes have a reputation for being greedy, kobolds place value on items for it’s aesthetic or emotional worth, not monetary value. Kobolds often become adventurers due to their seemly fearless nature, and merchants specializing in obscure goods due to their natural ability to see the intrinsic value of a thing. Because kobolds judge the beauty of one another largely on the texture of their scaly skin, many have developed an obsession with cleanliness, bathing frequently and rubbing scented oils over their scales.

History
Kobolds have always been a minor race in the world, being absorbed into whatever kingdoms or countries form around them with little more than curiosity. They were deemed unsuited for military conscription by Marcurian soldiers when first encountered, due to their small statue and diplomatic nature, so most have been left in relative peace as long as they pay their taxes and their settlements continue to supply their home country with goods and hospitality.

Homelands
Most races get along fairly well with kobolds, though some individuals consider them a nuisance. While they are respected for their trade in obscurities and information-gathering, kobolds in leadership positions are rare.