Elf Species in Orion's Echo | World Anvil

Elf

Elves are a group of posthumans that have adapted to environments with lower gravity, usually through natural evolution but occasionally by way of genetic engineering. Through generations of living on planets with lower gravity, elven humans grew taller and more gracile, though at the expense of bone and muscular density.

Biology

Anatomy & Morphology

Elves are highly similar to baseline humans, though their bone structure is slightly lighter due to their homeworlds' lower gravity. This is also the reason for their height and overall build. Elves are more naturally adept at coping with microgravity, though their gravity limit is lower than other types of posthuman.

Ecology

Geographic Origin & Distribution

The elven group of posthumans originated on many different planets across the Solar Reach. They are almost as common as baseline humans.

Civilization & Culture

Alphic
Ethnicity | Jul 13, 2020
The ethereally graceful Elothyl of Alph have an eco-centric and scholarly culture, emphasizing the care and study of the natural world. However, some also seek to bend the laws of nature to their whim, which can easily go awry if not carefully managed.

Major Organizations

Major Language Groups & Dialects

Culture & Heritage

Common Traditions

Common Taboos

Genetic Ancestor(s)
Scientific Name
Homo sapiens infragravitus
Average Height
1.9 m
Average Weight
58 kg (1G)
Biotype
biochemical multicellular
Biochemical base
carbon
Genetics
DNA
Solvent
H2O
Respiration compounds
O2
Sophont formclass
Humanoid (posthuman)
Physiotype
vertical bilaterally symmetric tetrapod (endoskeletal acaudal)
Sapience type
focal centric
Homeworld
various
Home system
various

Tolerances

Gravity limit
1.2 G
Pressure range
0.4 to 2.2 atm
Air mix
15% to 60% O2
Temperature range
10 to 30 °C
Radiation limit
0.25 J/kg

Interspecies Relations

Hyperlanes Info

Physical Traits


ABILITY SCORE
DEX increases by 2 and CON decreases by 1
BASE SPEED
30 feet
SIZE CLASS
Medium

Pick two to three traits from the near-posthuman traits list.

Cultural Traits

Suggested culture: Alphic

ABILITY SCORE
INT increases by 2
CHA increases by 1

Unfazed
Add your proficiency to your INT save.
Well-Educated
You are proficient in an INT skill of your choice.
Ecocentric
You are proficient in the Nature skill.

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