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Only about one meter tall, the straightforward, even simple two-legged beings known as Ewoks are the antithesis of a high-technology culture. They are tribal and still use bows and arrows, slingshots and catapults as primary weapons. But through intense teamwork, and with a keen understanding of their environment and how to work with it to their best advantage, Ewoks have acumen and skills that cannot be replaced by high technology. Ewok language is liquid and expressive, and not that difficult to speak for other species. Most tribe members are hunters and gatherers who live in clustered villages built high in hardy and long-living conifer trees, or life-trees. Ewok religion is centered around these giant trees, which legends refer to as guardian spirits. Each village plants a new seedling for each Ewok baby born, then nurtures it as it grows. Throughout their lives, each Ewok is linked to his or her "totem tree," and when they die, Ewoks believe that their spirits go to live in their totem trees. Ewoks believe that their village shamans can communicate with the oldest and wisest trees in time of crisis. From a life-tree's bark, Ewoks distill a natural insect repellent. From fallen trees they make weapons, clothing, furniture and cooking implements. During the day, Ewoks descend from their high huts to hunt and forage on the forest floor. At night, they leave the forest to huge carnivores. Ewoks are curious and frequently get into trouble by being too nosy. They also love to hear and tell stories and are very musical, especially enjoying communal singing and dancing. And they are inventive, using natural materials to build everything from water-wheels to flying wings.