The second race of   JackTheLizard 's world, the Zhokan. This bird-like race has a massive 18-foot wingspan that lets them fly. This powerful gift comes with powerful back muscles, hollow bones, and light weight, at the cost of having huge cumbersome wings, constant exhaustion, and very caloric needs. Their main fighting ability comes from the air; a Zhokan without wings is ostracized and shunned by their world.

Their history is filled with paranoia and aggression. They came from nothing and had to fight for resources. Their unique characteristics include strongly bonded with their children (particularly from the mothers), female domination, high levels of vocalization, and less value on money over skills and abilities. They are also noteworthy stonemasons.

Jack has more information on their society here.