What do you think are the beauty standards of each tes race? (Male and female)
in one of the lore books, the author notes that nords are fair and tall and often wear their hair in braids. i think nords find thick (muscular or plump, doesn’t matter as long as you’ve got some meat on your bones) women with blue eyes and light brown or platinum hair attractive, and tall muscular men with grey eyes and blond hair. they probably find braided hair alluring for both men and women, as it is their custom. broad shoulders in men and wide hips in women are the ideal body shape. breast size is generally disregarded, although women may be more drawn to men with larger pectorals.
look i searched for hours for reliable sources on these fucks and colovians and i couldn’t find enough to put together headcanons.
bretons are slight of build and long of limb. their physiology varies greatly, as does their culture, due to their great political and social divisions. beauty standards are inconsistent amongst classes and geological divides, although long slim fingers are a common requirement.
redguard culture is extremely martial, and they reflect this in their beauty. tall, toned physiques are considered the most lovely. tattoos and body piercings are extremely attractive and most redguards have several. men are expected to have fantastic beards, and a man’s worth is measured by how great his beard is. that last part is literally canon.
the altmer pride themselves on their height, and i think they find taller individuals of both sexes attractive. bright green eyes are preferred, as is smooth, shining skin and long elegant limbs. altmer skin is gilded and sometimes sparkles and the more metallic an altmer is, the more attractive they are. they often look for blonde, platinum or fair red hair, with darker shades being frowned upon. the more godlike and ethereal one is, the better. in my headcanon, facial hair is less approved of than closely shaved faces, but a well-kept beard and mustache can still be considered nice-looking. altmer prefer slender men and women, with small hips and breasts.
dunmer pride themselves on their harshness and vitality, and choose mates who reflect that in their physical appearance. sharp features are considered the most attractive, with high cheekbones and wicked jawlines often selected in both men and women. bright red hair and eyes are admired, and straight, tidy hair is considered a virtue as taming one’s appearance in such a rugged land is difficult. too much muscle is considered overwhelming, but dunmer prefer spouses with strong bodies as proof that they can stand up to malacath and dagon’s trials of the physique and environment. breast and hip sizes are not important, but again, taller lovers are preferred.
bosmer thrive on intricacies, uniqueness and their connection to nature. small, lithe bodies are prized alongside powerful jaws and muscular but slender builds for women, with flat chests and slim hips. short, stocky builds with strong jawlines and straight noses are selected in men. bosmer with especially sharp eyeteeth and claws are the most attractive of the race, and those who file their all teeth to points gain extra hotness. extremely detailed makeup or war paint is thought to indicate attention to physiology, which is sacred to the bosmer.
orsimer culture prides itself in how different it is from every other race’s culture. this is mirrored in their standards of beauty; orsimer find their people more beautiful the more they defy the beauty standards of other races. they also appreciate other aspects of their kind, and celebrate large, strong and well-toned physiques. long tusks are prized. all this said, orsimer don’t look down on those who don’t quite fit their bill; they revere malacath and all he creates, and believe that all orsimer are perfect as long as they keep within his code.
argonians find a variety of things attractive in their potential mates. females may create patches of colour on their skin when ready to breed, which draws in males. argonian men are more likely to win over their woman if they’ve shown a willingness to defend territory or possessions. brightly coloured feathers, throat patches and dewlaps may draw in members of the preferred gender, and male argonians often prefer women who have feminine traits. males will also emit pheromones that will indicate their personality traits and health to females, who may accept his advances if they are so inclined.
DO YOU KNOW HOW MANY DIFFERENT KINDS OF THESE FURRY SHITS THERE ARE WHERE COULD I EVEN BEGIN FOR THIS??
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