The O are large, 3-4 ft tall ravens. They travel in unkindnesses of up to 50 birds. They are nomadic, however, they will often return to a suitable nesting site for several years in a row. Though they are nomadic they do practice limited agriculture, sowing seeds in anticipation of their return at a later date. This assures them of a plentiful food supply near favorite sites.

In addition to grain and fruit, O will eat fresh meat on occasion, as well as fish. Carrion is avoided as it is the food of their unintelligent cousins.

The main source of entertainment among the O is storytelling. With no written language this is, by necessity, an oral tradition. Several O epics have been adapted by human listeners and with little modification are quite popular.

O will trade with humans that they trust. They will exchange information or stories for food or jewelry. They will also help farmers that they like with pest control, in exchange for grain or fruit.