Elf

Elves [Singular: Elf] were a species of humanoid beings that lived on Primatis. Elves were long-lived and often seemed uninterested in the goings-on of other races unless, of course, they wished the elves harm.

Basic Information

Anatomy

Elves are anatomically the same as most humanoids, two legs, two arms, one head. Although individual elven types exhibited a number of unique traits, there were some features which were common to all of the races. Elves tended to be fair and beautiful by human standards and graceful, though they were often frail as well. They had a similar range of complexions to humans, with wood elves typically coppery or pale skinned and wild elves having darker pigmentation. Often, elven hair was dark, either brown or black, with copper red or blond hair also found amongst wood elves, although orange or even green hues were not completely unheard of. Elven eyes were commonly brown, hazel, or an emerald green. Most notably setting them apart form humans, elves had pointed ears and no body hair except eyebrows, eyelashes, and hair.

Genetics and Reproduction

The species reproduce like most humanoids, though notably less frequently. Perhaps it is the long lives that make the elves have a significantly reduced interest in bearing children, though like in most cases, there can be exceptions depending on the individual.

Growth Rate & Stages

Elves were universally long-lived, achieving what they consider adulthood at 60 years of age and living for up to 700 and more years thereafter. However, wood and wild elves matured at roughly the same rate as humans, but did not display many signs of ageing past adulthood, with the most obvious changes being a change in hair color, alternatively graying or darkening. Most of these elves remained healthy and full of life up until their death, which was usually well over two centuries.

Civilization and Culture

Naming Traditions

Elf names are commonly melodic and can be on the longer side. Female names are generally more melodic than male names, but this difference can be minimal in some names.
Some elves choose to take on a new name once they have reached adulthood, though this tradition is fairly uncommon in current times.

Male Names	Female Names
Petmenor	Enrora
Miraris	Eilmoira
Heifaren	Torlynn
Daenelis	Fayra
Elakian	Phina

Culture and Cultural Heritage

Elves commonly possessed strong but swiftly passing passions, being moved easily to laughter, anger, or misery and as quickly calmed. They were known for their impulsive behavior and, as a result, many races saw them as flighty or impetuous. However, elves were not as flaky as others might interpret them to be, and they were typically responsible despite their almost whimsical nature. Partially due to their long lifespan (though not entirely, since many long-lived races acted differently), elves had difficulty taking some matters as seriously as other races, but when threats they recognize did arise, elves were strong friends and allies to those they were loyal to.
Elves were a relaxed people, with a degree of patience and detachment granted to them by their long lifespans. Elves were not easily excited and lack the greed that sometimes characterized other races. Most elves were unconcerned with the events that only affected the short-term and were likewise slow to make friends or enemies since time for them was measured in centuries, not decades. Focused on whatever they applied themselves to, elves ignored the slight but rarely forgot the serious.
Because of their long lifespan, most elves had a patience uncommon to other humanoids. Elves viewed the lives and concerns of younger races as fleeting and took less joy in the short-term victories that other races had to content themselves with. Instead, elves took pleasure in things that had more endurance, such as the arts or the honing of one's skills.

History

The exact origins of the elves are not fully known, but scholars often theories them as distant relatives of Eladrin and that elves are descendents of Eladrin that once visited to the Material Plane and decided to remain.
Elves can be found on all continents and have a wide variety of cultures, some mixed with other species, whilst some like to remain as isolated elven communities. The most general and common variations (though many more regional types exist) are Drow, Eladrin, High, Sea, Shadar-Kai, Valiore, and Wood. These are often stereotypically generalised but each variation still homes unique individuals and reflects the living environment, expertise, and history of a community.

by Linda Lithén

Lifespan

500 - 700 years

Average Height

Elves stand on average 5 feet and 4 inches to six feet (1.6 to 1.8 meters).

Average Weight

Elves commonly possess a weight of 130 to 170 pounds (59 to 77 kilograms).