Elf
The legends say elves once lived on Kealaphus, but there is no known history of them. In truth, during the Cataclysm , the elves migrated to the Shadowfey in a mass exodus. With the falling of the Tempest and the return of magic, they have sent contingents of elves back to the world to learn the fate of their once great cities.
The elven Shi'Ciyamu-gri'de /ʃiːçiaˈmˠuː gɾˠɪˈɾʲɛ/, or Courts, now only cover Summer and Autumn and have returned to Ehlum and the Einelund-Palacuun continent respectively.
The elven Shi'Ciyamu-gri'de /ʃiːçiaˈmˠuː gɾˠɪˈɾʲɛ/, or Courts, now only cover Summer and Autumn and have returned to Ehlum and the Einelund-Palacuun continent respectively.
Basic Information
Anatomy
Elves are medium-sized, bipedal humanoids that have spent the last three millennia existing in the Shadowfey. They share the traits common to all humanoids, such as language (due to advanced vocal chords) and culture, a forward set pair of eyes and faces capable of displaying a wide range of emotion.
Their teeth and jaws are suited for an omnivorous lifestyle, with cutting teeth in front and grinding teeth in the back. Opposable thumbs allow for greater manual dexterity and expanded tool use, relative to other creatures.
Elves tend to exhibit sexual dimorphism, however there is no appreciable size difference between males and females. Males and females are treated equally in Elven societies.
Their teeth and jaws are suited for an omnivorous lifestyle, with cutting teeth in front and grinding teeth in the back. Opposable thumbs allow for greater manual dexterity and expanded tool use, relative to other creatures.
Elves tend to exhibit sexual dimorphism, however there is no appreciable size difference between males and females. Males and females are treated equally in Elven societies.
Genetics and Reproduction
The majority of elves can be biologically divided into two genders, male and female. Elves reproduce sexually and are vivaporous, meaning they give birth to live young. Female elves carry the fetus for an average gestational period of 12 months. Offspring traits are determined through the reception of genetic material from their parents, generally presenting the dominant gene for any particular trait.
Additional Information
Perception and Sensory Capabilities
Elves have superior vision and can perceive a broader spectrum of light than humans. This results in darkvision out to sixty feet.
Civilization and Culture
History
The elves have a deep history that begins in the Shadowfey, where they were created by ancient True Fey being to serve as courtiers and subjects. Eventually, they escaped the Shadowfey into Kaius where they found an inviting world, safe from the unknowable whims of their creators.
For tens of thousands of years they thrived, and watched the younger races form and grow. Their oral traditions include the fall of the 'True Gods' and the rise of the 'God-Kings.' They speak of the Exodus, a return to the Shadowfey, to avoid the Cataclysm.
For over three millennia they survived in the Shadowfey, a land of capricious hostility. Though only a few elven generations have come and gone in that time, survival necessitated a more aggressive lifestyle. Many elves made pacts with the denizens of the Shadowfey, simply to survive.
With the fall of the Tempest and magic's return to the world, the elves seek to return along with it and have sent their first waves to explore the world of Kealaphus and seek out their ancient cities.
For tens of thousands of years they thrived, and watched the younger races form and grow. Their oral traditions include the fall of the 'True Gods' and the rise of the 'God-Kings.' They speak of the Exodus, a return to the Shadowfey, to avoid the Cataclysm.
For over three millennia they survived in the Shadowfey, a land of capricious hostility. Though only a few elven generations have come and gone in that time, survival necessitated a more aggressive lifestyle. Many elves made pacts with the denizens of the Shadowfey, simply to survive.
With the fall of the Tempest and magic's return to the world, the elves seek to return along with it and have sent their first waves to explore the world of Kealaphus and seek out their ancient cities.
Scientific Name
Phu'dut ronghwa
/pʰʌŋ dɯt ɾoŋa/
/pʰʌŋ dɯt ɾoŋa/
Lifespan
800 years
Average Height
Male 5'6" (4'11" +2d6 inches)
Female 5'6" (4'11" +2d6 inches)
Female 5'6" (4'11" +2d6 inches)
Average Weight
Male 125 lbs (100 + x1d6 lbs)
Female 115 lbs (90 + x1d6 lbs)
Female 115 lbs (90 + x1d6 lbs)
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