Physical Description
Kender are shorter than humans. They are about 70% in height and 35% in weight, maintaining about the same proportions as humans (note that height and weight don't scale linearly). Unlike their plainer cousins, the Hin, the Kender can have hair and eyes in any color or texture.
Sexual Dimorphism
Females are little bit smaller and more compact, but there is not significant difference in muscle mass and ability to build muscle.
Origin and History
The Kender, Gnomes, and Hin are really different ethnicities within the same species. Hundreds of years ago, bands of Hin set out looking for adventure, having grown tired of the The Hintervale's simple way of life. Those that traveled north became known as the Gnomes, and those that traveled east became known as the Kender.
Where they live
In Diminora, the Kender territory comprises most of the continent and is known as the Feral East. The Kender love to travel and to this day, explored every civilization that would have them. They generally don't form new settlements of their own, but attempt to assimilate into other societies and learn from them, but not without spreading their sense of freedom and adventure!
Aging
Bantams physically age more slowly than humans, slowing as they get older. They reach puberty around age 9-11, and are considered adolescent from age 10-16. They are considered in their prime at 17-23. They are considered experienced at ages 24-31. They are middle-aged from 32-39. The are considered old from ages 40-46. They are considered venerable at ages 47+. The oldest known bantam to ever live was 59 years old.
Strengths
Fine dexterity, sneakiness, animals, sense of direction
Weaknesses
Drawbacks that come with being smaller, including reduced speed and strength
Innate Abilities
Kender seem to have the best luck when interacting with animals, and with sneaking and making themselves untraceable.
Senses
Comparable to humans.
Reproduction
Bantams in general are very fertile and reproduce even more readily than humans.