Darkenfae
Beware the Jabberwock, my son!The jaws that bite, the claws that catch!Beware the Jubjub bird, and shunThe frumious Bandersnatch!
- excerpt from "Jabberwocky" by Lewis Carroll
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The Darkenfae, or Tresauv'e Brūda /t̪ˠɾˠeːˈsˠəuvˠɛ bʲɾʲuːˈdʲa/ in Krauan, are creatures of nightmare that exist in the Shadowfey, seeking victims for their cruel pastimes. Many are simply monsters with no reason to their actions. Others are extremely intelligent and devise twisted plots to entrap others.
Darkenfae are born of the Shadowfey, but their origins are unknown. The Bi'ashtikra firmly believe that they are the result of a contract held by one of their ancient enemies, but cannot pinpoint who, exactly.
Basic Information
Anatomy
Darkenfae aren't so much a singular species, but rather the ideas of terror, violent death, and darkness given shape. Therefore, there is no standard anatomy among them.
Biological Traits
Darkenfae come in all shapes and sizes. They can be as small as a mouse or tower over trees. Most tend to be medium to large.
Genetics and Reproduction
Darkenfae do not reproduce. They are formed of the very stuff of the Shadowfey.
Dietary Needs and Habits
It is unknown if darkenfae need sustenance, though most suspect they do not. Either way, darkenfae are voracious and messy hunters.
Additional Information
Social Structure
There is no true social heirarchy, though the smartest among them can sometimes manipulate others to a certain path.
Domestication
Darkenfae cannot be domesticated.
Uses, Products & Exploitation
There are no known uses for darkenfae. When they are slain, their forms return to the Shadowfey, they produce nothing useful, and are eradicated wherever found.
Geographic Origin and Distribution
Darkenfae can be found across the Shadowfey, but mostly congregate in less traveled areas.
Average Intelligence
Most darkenfae are animalistic, driven by hunger and a need to destroy. Others are quite intelligent and able to outwit the smartest humanoids.
Perception and Sensory Capabilities
Average hearing and average vision with low-light vision that extends to 60 feet.
Some darkenfae have superior sense, other weaker senses, based on individual anatomy. Whatever these senses may be, it is always plain to see why the individual has them, i.e. multiple eyes ringing around the head for 360 degree vision or exceptionally large ears that enable the darkenfae to hear the slightest of sounds.
Most believe it is part of the contract, that darkenfae cannot have hidden abilities.
Civilization and Culture
Naming Traditions
Darkenfae that take names choose them. These names have meaning to them, but may be nonsense to others.
Major Organizations
The closest thing to organization darkenfae possess are swarms, but they are as likely to be found as individuals.
Major Language Groups and Dialects
Darkenfae have the uncanny ability to understand and be understood by any creature with a language. For those darkenfae that are less than sentient, their sibilant whispers might be gibberish or they may be words uttered repetitively.
Genetic Descendants
Scientific Name
None
Lifespan
UNK
Average Height
N/A
Average Weight
N/A
Average Length
N/A
Body Tint, Colouring and Marking
Darkenfae come in all colors and markings, but usually tend towards either dark colors for blending into shadows or colors that match their surroundings for camouflage.
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