Elf, High
"From palaces made of Wood, crystal and glass these mages bring their ephemeral arts to the world, making the world better for their passing, or so they would have you believe." a random Dwarf.
"We are used to being opressed, the High Elves were the first to do it to us,". Malakim, Wood Elf agitator.
"Why do they have Pointed Ears? there has to be some point to the dastards," Angry Jean, human comedian.
Naming Traditions
Feminine names
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Masculine names
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Unisex names
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Family names
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Other names
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Culture
Major language groups and dialects
High Elven, or just Elven, is the only major language spoken by the race. Many will also speak Millessian, and all diplomats and leaders will know this language.
Culture and cultural heritage
Once the High Elves ruled the world, they gave it away (If you ask them) but know they could take it back if they needed.
Shared customary codes and values
a high elf resists getting earth on themselves, this has become a reluctance to get dirty.
High Elves view themselves as natural leaders.
Average technological level
Magic of the highest level.
Common Etiquette rules
Always offer your guest the opportunity to choose which glass/drink they will partake from.
Always be magnanimous to other races, for you live longer, are more intelligent and better looking.
Common Dress code
Knee length and tight Tunics worn over leggings or trousers. High collared cloaks are used when travelling.
Art & Architecture
a piece of music, a photorealistic painting, abstract painting to explore color, or light. they do not carve in stone or anything so permanent. Their buildings look like they have no strength, but they survive snow and high winds easily.
Common Customs, traditions and rituals
Always give people choices, but prepare for the outcome. amongst themselves they always offer wine with conversation, with others they offer Tea.
Birth & Baptismal Rites
Birthing suites are always up high, and the newborn is held up to a window so the first sight of the world is from that vantage point.
Coming of Age Rites
they perform in front of an audience at least a thousand strong. the performance is their own choice.
Funerary and Memorial customs
When a high elf dies their brain is removed from the corpse, which is then treated as empty trash. the Brain is preserved and kept in a special gallery in their city. A painting of the Elf is on display for a century, then burned.
Common Taboos
being covered by dirt means they are encased in Earth and they will lose their ephemeral beauty.
Common Myths and Legends
High Elves are the true descendants of the Syll, the primordial Elves. the other races of Millessia are twisted from the form of elf. Twisted by Chaos.
Ideals
Beauty Ideals
lightness of build and coloration, very angular features, high forehead. they opt for an ephemeral beauty.
Gender Ideals
Women tend towards the Priest and rulership roles, males tend to be Wizards and Warriors, many males have taken leadership roles, but only in times of turmoil.
Courtship Ideals
Love is the ideal, two meet and fall in love, then they marry. in truth two are introduced, an almost mercantile weighing of the benefits takes place, and marriage may ensue.
Relationship Ideals
clear definitions of power distribution and a partnership in the family.
Major organizations
Millessian Empire, her Imperial majesty is obviously a High Elf, though she does not show this to anyone.
The Temple of the Circle is founded on Elven principles, and the High Elves are descended from the servants of the Gods.
Parent ethnicities
Related Organizations
Related Locations
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