Editing Desert Giant (section)

=Dark Sun=
In the world of [[Dark Sun]], "desert" giants are somewhat mislabeled - the giants found inhabiting the deserts of the Tablelands are known as [[Plains Giant]]s. Instead, "desert" giants inhabit the arid islands scattered throughout the Sea of Silt, using their superior size to wade through the deep shifting dust where humanoids would drown. A typical island will house a clan of 5-10 members, who will live in groups of 2-3 in different caves scattered across each island.

Physically, Athasian desert giants resemble enormous humans of 20-25 feet in height and 6-8 tons in weight. Their skin is most often a dark red, but some specimens have been seen with jet black skin. They typically have exaggerated facial features: huge noses, mouths, or ears are the norm amongst this race. Their hair, usually a light brown color, is known for its coarse texture and sturdy fibres; desert giants sometimes sell excess hair to the mainland in exchange for food and water, where it is made into rope and even armor. When not trading or raiding, desert giants largely spport themselves by herding the hardy wildlife of Athas, such as [[erdlu]]s and [[kank]]s. Their diet is very meat-centric, since their island homes support little useful vegetation beyond grazing for their herds.

If drawn into battle, desert giants throw rocks and massive spears from a distance before closing in to clobber their foes with huge spiked clubs. They are highly resistant to [[psionics]], which is useful in a world where so many things can use them against you!