🌍 AFRICAN

Distribution & Social Position

• Most common in: Docks, East End, parts of Southwark

• Present as sailors, labourers, servants, and individuals tied to trade routes

• Very limited presence in elite districts unless attached to service roles

• Viewed as distinctly separate within English society

• Positioned low in racial hierarchy across most classes

• Often subject to strong prejudice, especially in structured environments

• Working districts show mixed reactions; curiosity and hostility both present

• Limited upward mobility

• Often exist on the margins of systems rather than within them

Appearance (By Class & Attractiveness)

Working Class (Primary Presence)

Male

• Average → strong, athletic build, darker skin tone

• Attractive → highly defined features, strong symmetry, commanding presence

• Less attractive → broader features, still physically strong

Female

• Average → strong build, defined facial structure

• Attractive → striking features, clear skin, strong presence

• Less attractive → less symmetry but still distinct

Lower / Slums

Male

• Average → worn, physically strong but strained

• Attractive → stands out sharply in environment

• Less attractive → heavily worn, thin or damaged

Female

• Average → survival-focused, strong features

• Attractive → highly noticeable contrast

• Less attractive → visibly worn

Service / Attached Roles

Male

• Average → maintained appearance depending on role

• Attractive → composed, strong presence

• Less attractive → still physically solid

Female

• Average → practical, composed

• Attractive → refined through presentation

• Less attractive → less softened features

Upper / Wealth-Linked (Extremely Rare)

Male

• Average → refined but distinct

• Attractive → commanding, striking

• Less attractive → still elevated through status

Female

• Average → composed, distinct

• Attractive → highly striking presence

• Less attractive → still well-presented

Age Progression

• Baby → darker skin tone immediately distinct

• Child →

  • physically strong early

  • noticeable difference from English children

• Teen →

  • early physical maturity

  • socially aware of position

• Adult →

  • strongest physical presence

  • identity shaped heavily by environment

• Elder →

  • respected within smaller groups

  • more withdrawn in wider society

Voice & Behaviour

• Accents vary depending on origin and exposure

• Tone often deeper, measured

• Upper / service → controlled, reserved

• Working → direct, confident

• Slums → reactive, guarded

• General → observant, aware of surroundings, cautious in structured environments

Class & Attractiveness Rule

• African appearance often perceived as “physically strong” or “striking”

• Attractive individuals stand out clearly in all districts

• Social barriers remain regardless of attractiveness

• Physical presence often overrides refinement in perception