Elf Species in The Thirteen Realms | World Anvil

Elf

The native denizens of the Elven Realm.

Basic Information

Anatomy

Elves are bipedal with digitigrade legs. They have two slit-pupiled eyes and long pointed ears.

Genetics and Reproduction

Elves reproduce sexually, with pregnancy lasting about one year.   Besides other elves, they can reproduce with dragons, fae, humans, and demons.

Growth Rate & Stages

  • Early Childhood: 0-10 years
  • Middle Childhood: 10-20 years
  • Late Childhood: 20-50 years
  • Adolesence: 50-150 years
  • Young Adulthood: 150-250 years
  • Middle Adulthood: 250-500 years
  • Late Adulthood: 500-750 years
  • Elderly: 750-1200 years

Ecology and Habitats

Elves are able to survive in a wide variety of environments, but the type of magic they have an affinity for greatly influences which environments they find most comfortable.

Dietary Needs and Habits

Omnivorous - main food supply comes from animal husbandry and agriculture.

Additional Information

Perception and Sensory Capabilities

Elves have excellent night vision.

Civilization and Culture

History

The four Quadrants of the Elven Realm have caused a bit of a divide between the four major elven ethnicities, but mainly due to their magic being less compitibale with each other’s localized environments than anything else.   Each Quadrant has its own kingdoms and customs, but there is a robust trading system between them - Sun Elves and Frost Elves exchanging magical artifacts that make their respective homes more comfortable, for example. Magical systems of technology are often joint efforts between the Quadrants, relying on different kinds of magic to perform different tasks.    Due to their heavy reliance on magic, elves often struggle to relate to those without it - namely, members of the Strength and Inspired Triads.

Interspecies Relations and Assumptions

Elves often form relationships with Dragon and Fae partners, due to the close relationship of their Realms. These are not seen as particularly special for being common place.   Relationships formed non-elves with magic are seen as unusual, but not not particularly noteworthy.    Relationships formed with non-elves without magic are seen as particularly novel and unusual.
Lifespan
1200 years
Average Height
7-8ft
Body Tint, Colouring and Marking
Elves come in various shades of pinkish beige to deep brown. They also have spotted or striped body markings.
Geographic Distribution
Related Ethnicities

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