Acephali

Acephali are a muscular, headless humanoids that originate from Libya.

Physiology
Acephali are a muscular species that stands 1.50 to 1.60 meters on average. They have olive skin that tan easily. They are very alike humans, with the exception of not having a head. Instead, their eyes, nose, and mouth are situated in their chest, with slightly larger features than humans. Their eyes are lined with thick eyelashes and the eye color ranges from dark brown to light green. They have hair growing down their backs, which males usually shaves off, and the color is black or very dark brown.

Life cycle
Acephali have a lifespan of around 60 years. Infant Acephali are called children and females give birth to 2 to 3 children in their lifetime.

From the age of 18, Acephali are viewed as full-fledged adults, and are considered in their prime time around the age of 28. Acephali are qualified as "middle-aged" by 35-50 and as "old" by 50-60.

Behavior
Acephali are a completely atheist race with no concept of a divine power. Instead they believe in social constructs and science, and needs concrete proof to believe in something.

They are from the dunes of Libya, and prefer to spend time outdoors. Physical prowess is regared high in the Acephalian community, and many young, both male and female, show off their physique in attempts to find a mate.

They have a tendency to work with physical labour, and make excellent construction workers, atheletes, and security guards.

Demographics
Acephali are native to central Libya. This is also where you can find the most concentrated population of Acephali. The Acephali Council can be found in Tripoli. Acephali can nowadays be found in the surrounding countries (Algeria, Chad, Egypt, Niger, and Tunisia), and a small portion can be found in Italy.