Elf

Elves are a relatively diverse species. Long ago, even for their long living species, Elves split into multiple disputing nations. The nations mainly disputed over philosophy and attempted not to associate with each other, though they were not combative with one another.

Civilization and Culture

Gender Ideals

Gender is relatively unimportant to Elves. Males and Females both tend towards the androgynous.

Major Language Groups and Dialects

Elvish & Common

Common Dress Code

Elven dress tends to vary by nation. While smaller druidic villages tend towards more natural forms of dress, others tend to dress in highly regal clothing.

Common Customs, Traditions and Rituals

Due to their long lives, Elves tend not to be considered adults until they are around 100 years old. However, they reach physical maturity much earlier and must decide for themselves when they are considered adults.

Common Myths and Legends

Elves considered themselves to be the direct descendants of the First Fey, and dependant on the sect of Elves, they view other species as inferior. This has been a significant part of their conflicts with Gnomes.

Interspecies Relations and Assumptions

Elves have a complicated relationship with various other species. In particular, there is an extreme distrust between Elves and Gnomes regardless of nation, due to their past conflicts. While they tend to be civil with most other species, there tend to be tensions between many of the shorter living species.

Lifespan

800 - 900 years

Average Height

5 - 6 ft.

Average Weight

100 - 200 lbs.