Elves
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Elves, (singluar form Elf), are a mystical species who come from the forests. They are very skilled with bows & arrows, magic, and forest-related abilities.
Elves are less common in the PCG universe than in other fantasy/sci-fi universes. However, they are quite common on certain planets, such as Soluna.
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[edit] History
The elves were originally forest spirits. Their ancestral home was called Alfheim, located on the very top of the world tree. (Norse Mythology)
The elves then proliferated throughout Europe and took a variety of different forms. (Various European Folklore and Mythology)
More recently, they have taken a number of homes in many different forests throughout all the major fantasy universes. (Modern Fantasy Stuff)
Elves are known to still exist in the modern world, but they seem to be very rare. (Miscellaneous game: MaNiPuLaTioN)
It has recently been discovered that two tribes of elves exist on the planet Soluna.
[edit] Elves of Soluna
Elves are the third oldest species to inhabit Soluna, with Umbrians being first and the Ryth being the second. Elves are now divided into two categories (though originally were a single unified tribe), the Eidran and the Vaara. Elves are bipedal creatures who have an innate sense of preserving nature. They are warm blooded and mostly vegetarian.
Elves originally hailed from the continent of Heil, a lush continent south of E'dan where beasts grow into gigantic proportions and the jungles become veritable sky scrapers. Now the elves have migrated to all different places of the world, seeking out places of natural beauty or instilling nature in manufactured estates. Elves were once a single tribe called the Eidevaar named after the original elfin king Eid Vaar. During that period the elves were the most populous beings in Soluna. They were experts in the current technology of long bows and bolas and ruled the forests with a mighty zeal. They had to adapt in that chaotic world, fighting off the powerful Ryth with their wits and speed and warding off the ancient Umbrians with their forest magic. For thousands of years, the elves were the tooth and nail of the forest, until a time came when Eid Vaar passed on and left his two sons to rule the forest tribe. One son, Jyollnir was an expert in warfare and wanted to rule the tribe as a militant group while the other son, Fayjn, seeing the devastation of the forest from years of constant war, wanted to rebuild and fortify their home, making the tribe a more religious and spiritual group. The constant tug and pull of both leaders caused the tribe to split, one side following the battle hardened Jyollnir and the other side following in the spiritual path of Fayjn. After several thousands of years, even after the death of both leaders, the elves have always been at an impasse and have come to identify themselves as either the warring Eidran elves and the magical Vaara elves.
Though both groups of elves differ in their paths, their bodily composition remains similar as well as their zeal. Physically, male elves can grow up to 5'11" - 7'3" tall and weigh around 100-180 lbs while female elves grow from 5'10" - 7'0" tall and weigh around 80-140 lbs. Elves in general are known to be very beautiful though their features differ from their tribe. Elves of either tribe have a life span of 180-200 years. Psychologically, elves are quite zealous when it comes to their traditions, customs, ancestry, and home. They protect and preserve their history quite adamantly and any threat to it will be met with swiftly and unmercifully. Elves are tolerant to other customs and species and respect those who cherish their own customs as much as the elves do. They are perceived to be haughty and patronizing, however this is only a misconception born from the elfin logic they often utilize(a trait which they pride over all else).
Elves prefer to surround themselves with natural things. Their homes are usually made from stone or brick or wood, a stark contrast to the steel and iron homes of other races. Their furnishings are also made from natural products. Elfin clothes and accoutrement's are also made from natural products, natural gems and stones, woods, non-synthetic fabrics such as cotton and silks, even weapons are preferred to be made out of mined steel and rocks and crystals. Technology is welcomed though not preferred.
[edit] Eidran Elves
A drop of red before a drop of green.
Eidran elves are militant, spending their early years in the training of masters. They are agile and muscular, able to wield martial weapons with envious deft and grace. They are taught to protect themselves and their brothers as well as their home from any threat. Eidran martial arts are heavily influenced by the ideas of grace and speed. They are taught how to evade and deflect over brutal hacking and slashing. A tenant in Eidran Militia is that an attack against a foe must end their threat with a single blow. Thus they are taught to see weaknesses and exploit it, spilling as little unnecessary blood as possible. Since logic and intelligence is prized in both elfin societies, young Eidrans are first taught to use their wits, learning history, language, arts, and sciences before they are trained in war.
Eidran elves are all muscular. Their toned bodies are hard and sinewy. Eidran elves have a darker skin tone than their Vaara kin, from sand to teak to ebony. Their hair is darker, with colors ranging from chestnut to copper to burnished gold it's also shorter, cropped so that it doesn't hamper them in battle. Their eyes are shaped like almonds with irises the color of nature.
+10 Health
+1 Speed
+Elfin Evasion
M-Speed
No Prerequisite
When an Eidran Elf is physically attacked they may forgo their next attack phase in order to
completely evade the oncoming onslaught. This ability must be readied at the main phase.
[edit] Vaara Elves
Light nourishes and light destroys; we are light personified.
Vaara elves are the spiritual masters of the elfin race. They are trained in several different types of magic though they are emphasized to use protective spells leaving the more destructive spells as a last resort. Since elves are inherently logical and methodical, jumping into the realm of the spiritual and magical is quite a leap. Over the years however, master Vaara elves have made the learning of magic into a science. No other race is better equipped to articulate and educate the world the mysteries of magic than a Vaara. The Vaara are a peaceful tribe, their training in sciences, art, and diplomacy give them the tools to a more peaceful resolution to most situations without the need to use their magical capabilities. Make no mistake however, they are still elves and are still capable of such meticulous zeal it would leave you blind.
Vaara elves are beautiful. Tall and lithe, their skin of porcelain to pink to soft gold is soft and always has an ethereal glow free from blemishes or imperfections. Their peaceful eyes range from the pastel rays of the aurora to the various hues of the mutable sky. They leave their hair to grow naturally, thus many vaara elves have long untangled yet untouched hair ranging from snow white to soft blond and bright browns and red.
+10 Health
+1 Mind
+Aether Kind
A-Mind
No Prerequisite
Their spiritual training has increased their capabilities in casting magic.
Thus a Vaara elf may add a +1 bonus to their total roll when attempting to cast magic.
[edit] Known Elves
[edit] Appearances
- Ginkus' Gift (Superbard)
- MaNiPuLaTioN (Kundabar)
- Welcome to Death Ward Hospital (Kundabar)
