Elves

Elves are creatures of legend and myth. They tend to be tall and slender, with pointed ears and a fairer appearance than that of a human. Historians speculate that the word 'elf' was used to demonise a particular race or cultural group of people that lived secluded from mainstream human societies. However, aside from the physical description of these creatures, peoples of their associated culture can be evidenced.

Basic Information

Biological Traits

Elves have similar anatomy to humans with some distinctive variances. Elves tend to be taller and slender by most accounts, although the Forest Elves were described as shorter than the average man. They also have elongated pointed ears and do not grow bodily hair as humans do.

Additional Information

Geographic Origin and Distribution

The Common Elves are said to have been native to Iona and formed the Ionian Empire before it's collapse.
The Forest Elves tend to live in forests, with most accounts originating from the Heartlands Forest.
The Sand Elves originate in the Ashari Desert.

Lifespan

500-700 years

Average Height

5ft - 7ft

Average Weight

100lbs - 150lbs

Body Tint, Colouring and Marking

Common Elves have the pink-white skin tone of the Eucians. Their hair colour is commonly white or blonde, although brown and black hair is present amongst the population. Eye colours tend to be shades of blue, green or lilac.
Forest Elves are said to have a coppery or bronzed skin tone. Their hair colours are predominately reds and browns, although blonde and black is present amongst the population. Their eye colours tend to be shades of red and brown.
Sand Elves are said to have very dark skin, described often as obsidian but sometimes a dark green. Their hair colour is most often black. Their eye colours tend to be deep shades of red, purple or brown.