Post by Solum on Jan 24, 2009 22:55:42 GMT -5
The High Elves live in on an island located in the northwestern part of the world, with some territories on the mainland (Kingdoms of Mercia). Their lands are relatively mild in climate, though a bit soggy at times. They are taller than most other races and are relatively light skinned with blond to white hair. Unlike most other races they are not very muscular, but are known to be some of the most intelligent races around. Some of the mainlanders have picked up some traits from the Chelovek.
The High Elves political situation is one of several large kingdoms united together under a central council. The island is relatively stable, though mainland High Elves are known to have some urge of independence. In general, however, this system has worked well enough to allow the kingdoms to proceed at their own pace and policies while allowing them to unite together in times of great peril. Most kingdoms encourage learning and knowledge, giving High Elves the highest proportion of magic users of all races. There have been some yearnings for the glory day of the High Elves, when they ruled most of the continent, but most dismiss this idea.
Many other races consider the High Elves to be rather snobbish people due to their belief in superiority. Most of the time it is rather accidental, but it is not uncommon that a High Elf will act down upon other people. Many believe that it this stems from when the High Elves dominated the continent. Others believe that this stems from their belief that their unbroken devotion to knowledge makes them the wisest of all races. Still, once humbled a bit, High Elves can be some of the most reliable people around. They are also known to be very good musicians, writers, and artists as those arts are encouraged for their education.
High Elves gain:
+5 Intelligence
+5 Elemental Magic
Nobility: Encourages nearby allies to fight harder and stronger. Can be used once per thread.
The High Elves political situation is one of several large kingdoms united together under a central council. The island is relatively stable, though mainland High Elves are known to have some urge of independence. In general, however, this system has worked well enough to allow the kingdoms to proceed at their own pace and policies while allowing them to unite together in times of great peril. Most kingdoms encourage learning and knowledge, giving High Elves the highest proportion of magic users of all races. There have been some yearnings for the glory day of the High Elves, when they ruled most of the continent, but most dismiss this idea.
Many other races consider the High Elves to be rather snobbish people due to their belief in superiority. Most of the time it is rather accidental, but it is not uncommon that a High Elf will act down upon other people. Many believe that it this stems from when the High Elves dominated the continent. Others believe that this stems from their belief that their unbroken devotion to knowledge makes them the wisest of all races. Still, once humbled a bit, High Elves can be some of the most reliable people around. They are also known to be very good musicians, writers, and artists as those arts are encouraged for their education.
High Elves gain:
+5 Intelligence
+5 Elemental Magic
Nobility: Encourages nearby allies to fight harder and stronger. Can be used once per thread.