Sun Elf

Sun elves are less common across Faerun than moon elves, because most live on Evermeet, where nonelves are not allowed.

Also called gold elves, they are seen as the most civilized and haughty elves, preferring to remain separate from nonelven races.

Basic Information

Biological Traits

A typical sun elf values study and contemplation over the feats of agility learned by most other elves. As such, they tend to be smarter, but not as dexterous or hale.

Additional Information

Geographic Origin and Distribution

Aside from Evermeet, where they are most common, sun elves can be found in the woodlands of the North, Silverymoon, and the Western Heartlands. The realm of Evereska is home to a number of powerful sun elven families.

Perception and Sensory Capabilities

Darkvision

Keen senses

Civilization and Culture

Naming Traditions

Male Adult Names: Adran, Aelar, Aramil, Arannis, Aust, Beiro, Berrian, Carric, Enialis, Erdan, Erevan, Galinndan, Hadarai, Heian, Himo, Immeral, Ivellios, Laucian, Mindartis, Paelias, Peren, Quarion, Riardon, Rolen, Soveliss, Thamior, Tharivol, Theren, Varis

Female Adult Names: Adrie, Althaea, Anastrianna, Andraste, Antinua, Bethrynna, Birel, Caelynn, Drusilia, Enna, Felosial, Ielenia, Jelenneth, Keyleth, Leshanna, Lia, Meriele, Mialee, Naivara, Quelenna, Quillathe, Sariel, Shanairra, Shava, Silaqui, Theirastra, Thia, Vadania, Valanthe, Xanaphia

Family Names (Common Translations): Amakiir (Gemflower), Amastacia (Starflower), Galanodel (Moonwhisper), Holimion (Diamonddew), Ilphelkiir (Gemblossom), Liadon (Silverfrond), Meliamne (Oakenheel), Naïlo (Nightbreeze), Siannodel (Moonbrook), Xiloscient (Goldpetal)

Major Language Groups and Dialects

Elven, Common, Home region

Also commonly speak Auran, Celestial, Chondathan, Gnome, Halfling, Illuskan, and Sylvan

Genetic Ancestor(s)

• Elf

Origin/Ancestry

High Elf

Body Tint, Colouring and Marking

Skin: Bronze

Hair: Golden blond, Copper, or Black

Eyes: Green or Gold