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There are several different clans of Cloud Giants, and these clans are loose gatherings of family units that form the basis of Cloud Giant society. They have a caste-based society which is based on the type of clouds they call home- the higher the cloud, the higher the social status. Cumulus clouds are the second-lowest clouds, and that gives you a rough idea where the Cumulus Clan falls in Cloud Giant Society.

The Cumulus Clan is quite large, and has family groups living on clouds almost everywhere. Here is an example of one such family. They can be introduced into a campaign easily enough- just have their cloud castle float into the area, and the Cumulus hunters begin to loot the countryside. Giants have appropriately enormous appetites, and herds of cattle make an irresistibly easy target for such a large stomach.

The Cumulus Clan presented here is typical of Cloud Giant family groupings- the family is run by the female of the house. In most cases, there are many more males in a domicile than females, and the males compete for her attentions, with gifts, food, and so on. When push comes to shove, and decisions need to be made, however, the females wield unquestioned authority.

The head of this particular family is named Cordelia. She is an attractive, matronly woman as far as giants go. The males of the family are her consorts, guardians and providers. Cordelia has one child, a daughter named Corinda. Corinda is spoiled tremendously by her mother and fathers, and is quite used to getting her way.

Cordelia Cumulus

HD 11(d8), HP 51, Size L (14 ft), Move 40ft, AC 20, Attacks:2 fists (2d8) or Bastard Sword +1 (1d10+5) or Giant Club (4d6), Special: Rock Throwing (540ft, 2d10), Levitate, Twilight Vision, Scent. Saves: P, INT Average. AL ne, Type: Giant

Cordelia almost never leaves the castle. She oversees all the domestic functions of the home, such as cooking and cleaning. When encountered at home she can be found doing all manner of domestic chores, such as sewing and mending. She is no stranger to combat, but prefers to leave such things to the males. She keeps her war club propped in the corner, while she carries a magical human-sized bastard sword tucked in her belt, which serves as her dagger. One thing that is sure to bring her out of the house is if her daughter is in danger or has been abducted. Cordelia also carries a Potion of Cure Disease in her belt pouch, which she is saving in case Corinda becomes ill.

Corinda Cumulus

HD 4(d8), HP 21, Size L, Move 30ft, AC 16, Attacks: slam(1d10) or longsword +1 (1d8+4), Special: Twilight Vision, Scent. Saves: P, Int: average. Al ne, Type: Giant.

Corinda has been indulged endlessly by the adults around her, and is prone to throwing tantrums when her will is defied. She comes across as the penultimate spoiled little girl, and has a nasty streak a mile wide. She is not old enough to have developed her levitation powers yet, but she often prevails upon one of the males to carry her down to the surface to play. The males watch her fairly closely on these forays, and will take any threat to her safety quite seriously.

The Cumulus Hunters

HD 14(d8), Size L, Move 50ft, AC 25, Attacks: 2 fists (2d8) or Giant Club (6d6), Special: Rock Throwing (690ft, 2d12),Levitate, Twilight Vision, Scent. Saves: P, Int: avg, AL ne, Type: Giant.

There are seven males of the household. Competition amongst them is fierce, and each one goes through stages of being the favorite, with the most attention going to the one who brings back the best loot and food from his “hunting trips.” Since competition is so fierce between them, it is rare for them to collaborate. The only thing that will bring the males together is defense of the Cumulus Castle, and protecting Cordelia and Corinda. The names and respective hit points of the males are:

• Chester (69hp)

• Charles “Call me Chuck” (63hp)

• Corwin (62 hp)

• Cal (60hp)

• Cab (55hp)

• Caleb (53hp)

• Chauncey (51hp)

Treasure: The family keeps all of its valuables at the homestead. The males have no need for currency, so almost never bring it home. However, Cordelia has an eye for fine gems and jewelry, and shows much favor to the males that bring these things back to her. Currently the family hoard consists of:

• 5 gems: Tiger’s Eye (25gp), Green nephrite (250gp), White Moonstone (100gp), Bloodstone (50gp), Peridot (250gp).

• 6 extraordinary items: wooden holy symbol (50gp), Expert dagger (20gp, +1 dmg), Hair shirt (1gp), Pewter Goblet (2gp), Expert Halberd (100gp, +1dmg), Crystal vase (71gp).

• 3 magic items: Longsword +1 (carried by Corinda), Bastard Sword +1 and Potion of Cure Disease (carried by Cordelia).