Tuigan

The Tuigan are Humans from Taan, also known as the Endless Wastes, vast steppes that stretch between Faerûn and Kara-Tur. They are organized by tribes. The name Tuigan is actually the name of one of the major tribes. They are closely related to the inhabitants of Kara-Tur. The tribes speak Tuigan and use the Thorass alphabet. Tuigan can also be found in Semphar, Thay, Thesk, Narfell, and Rashemen.

In 1358 DR, the Tuigan tribes united under Horselord Yamun Khahan. Under his banner they invaded the nations of Semphar, Khazari, Shou Lung, Thay, Rashemen, and Thesk. They were defeated at Phsant in 1360 DR by King Azoun IV of Cormyr leading an alliance of nations throughout Faerûn.

Appearance
Tuigan have yellowish-bronze skin with black hair and broad, flat features.

Behind the scenes
Tuigans are modeled after the Mongols.