Drow

"Sir, the Drow vaccinated against the flu yet?"
"My word… You're right! If they're not immunised the virus could mutate and spread. We could have a pandemic on our hands!"
"Agreed, let's send medics down their immediately.”

[There are two weeks between logs.]
“You’ve returned. So how did it go?"
"Well sir, we're glad we're medics because we got shot on the way in. With arrows. Dipped in spider venom."
"By Enoreth! Are you all right?"
"Well you should see Gregory, he lost a foot."

-- Audio log of the Eternan Medical Outreach, Underdark Emissary

Drow, the denizens of the Underdark that stretches far below the depths of the continent. They have the distinction for being the most feared and reviled race of Galoria, and the sentiment is reciprocated in kind… but they are also the most pitied by the surface-dwellers.
The matriarchal societies of the Underdark enforce rigid caste systems and complex hierarchies of power, constantly tumbling as Drow fight over each other for glory. Underground cities have been sacked, rebuilt, then sacked again by warring factions of their own kind, meaning Drow civilians face each day with dread and uncertainty. They are a melancholy people. Unable to bear the light of day due to their shadowy heritage, many Drow quietly stew in self-loathing or jealousy of the surface world.
Surface Drow are labelled kin-traitors by Drow, and are treated with suspicion by the surface-dwellers.

Basic Information

Anatomy

Drow are lean, lithe and have ashen complexions ranging from deep purple to light grey. Their eyes are blazing red, and their hair ranges from soft white to silver. Drow are much shorter than other elven races on average; a typical Drow isn't much taller than five feet.

Genetic Ancestor(s)

• Elf

Drow Impressions

When seen positively: The few Drow who make it on the surface are met with awe and fascination, for any Dark Elf that ekes out a surface existence must have struggled against overwhelming odds and challenges to do so.
When seen negatively: Honestly, negative is the status quo.