One of the most widespread and influential species in Tyria. Humans are unique in that they can have two professions, whereas it seems other species cannot.
History
Humans first appeared in Tyria nearly 1300 years ago (the year 205 BE in the Mouvelian Calendar). Prior to their arrival, Tyria had been in balance under the control of a powerful serpent race. Humans quickly rose to prominance and the serpent race withdrew into the Crystal Desert and is now only known as the Forgotten.
Humans formed three powerful kingdoms: Ascalon (founded 100 BE), Orr (founded 2 AE) and Kryta (founded 300 AE). Unfortunately, their history has always been marred by conflict and struggle for dominance. Most recently, this was manifest by the Guild Wars which lasted for over 50 years and ended only due to the terrible threat of the Charr invasion.
Factions
The White Mantle
The people of Kryta are ruled by the White Mantle, who have replaced the old Krytan royal family.
The Lionguard
The Lionguard were the elite guard of the diposed Krytan royal family. They have now been relegated to constables of the peace by The White Mantle.
The Shining Blade
A small group of Krytan rebels, known as the Shining Blade, seek to bring down the White Mantle.
The Ascalon Guard
Under direct control of King Adelbern, The Ascalon Guard is charged with defending the remaining Ascalonian settlements and citizens.
The Ascalon Vanguard
Lead by Prince Rurik, The Ascalon Vanguard agressively pushes into Charr-held territory in an attempt to free Old Ascalon from the invaders.
The Orrians
The Orrians have been all but wiped out during the Char Invasion by an event referred to as The Cataclysm. Few, if any, survived.
To see a full list of Humans in Tyria see the Humans category.