FAE
The Custodians of the Wilds
The large majority of fae live out lives immersed in magic as custodian spirits to the great wilds of the west. They will do anything to prevent the mundane races from crossing over the sundering into the wilds, to where they sacrificed defense of the isthmus in the hopes of using human politics as a means to prevent further war.
This is leading to social and culture shifts as many fae have left the wilds to experience Thornmouth, these individuals and trade between nations bringing with them both influence and temptation. The elves in particular are enamored with the arts, fashions, and forms of entertainment coming out of the young isthmus nation - they trade the most out of all the fae, even after the marriage of Eilwen and Galen.
Racial Details
The fae of the western regions are a diverse group of several major subcultures. While the wilds are primarily ruled over by the Seelie and Unseelie courts, the elves rule the regions to the northeast and the wilds are filled with unaligned fae who reject the idea of living in civilization. While a faerie's court will often predict a fae's alignment, there are always those who do not fit to type, such as benevolent unseelie and malevolent seelie. These individuals tend to have to find their own way, either on their own in the wilds, or as a part of other civilizations. A number can be found in both the elven kingdom and the lands of Thornmouth.
A fae of the courts tends to be tall, narrow, and lithe - beautiful humanoids with slender features and ears longer than that of the elves. Yet a wild fae appear to be hybrid of all shapes and sizes, while elves are distinctly draconic and overall less alien than their courtly counterparts. It seems their magic plays a part in dictating their appearance, which can change in a wide variety of ways - behavior and experiences altering color, form, and size.
Wild fae are far less humanoid than those of the courts or elven kind, tending to be much more fantastic as hybrids in appearance and representing a wide variety of creatures, plants, and things
The elves have been permanently changed and 'standardized' as a species, more mortal than spirit through their dealings with dragons.
All fae (save elves) are able to exist in a small form more typically associated with fairies and also in full sized forms. Some communities only exist in one form or another out of personal choice, but fae cities tend to cater for both sizes.
Notes:
Those of the courts tend to shun elves, seeing them as outcasts who are even more arrogant than they (in their eyes) - the elves put too much pride on having been the second race following the dragons, and they now exploit nature more than they shepherd it, showing too much interest in advancing and in turn expanding their civilization.
Half Fae - It is notable that fae carry the ability to breed with nearly any other humanoid race. A "half-fae" can refer to a hybrid of any of the fae races and it is often hard to distinguish of which type they even are. These people often find themselves not fully fitting into either magical OR mundane society. A seelie or unseelie may find themselves drawn to the fae wilds, but they won't be welcomed without difficult trials to prove they are worthy.
The Custodians of the Wilds
The large majority of fae live out lives immersed in magic as custodian spirits to the great wilds of the west. They will do anything to prevent the mundane races from crossing over the sundering into the wilds, to where they sacrificed defense of the isthmus in the hopes of using human politics as a means to prevent further war.
This is leading to social and culture shifts as many fae have left the wilds to experience Thornmouth, these individuals and trade between nations bringing with them both influence and temptation. The elves in particular are enamored with the arts, fashions, and forms of entertainment coming out of the young isthmus nation - they trade the most out of all the fae, even after the marriage of Eilwen and Galen.
Racial Details
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Classification: humanoid spirits Subraces: seelie, unseelie, 'wild' fae, elves Homeworld: - |
Average Lifespan: many hundreds of years Magic: yes, innate and powerful Diet: widely varied Size: varies, capable of shrinking Height Range: - Weight Range: - Skin Tones: a range of skintones typically far from human - they tend to look ‘dyed’ Eye Tones: widely varied Hair Tones: widely varied Distinctions: come in many forms, distinctions in groups informed by magic |
The fae of the western regions are a diverse group of several major subcultures. While the wilds are primarily ruled over by the Seelie and Unseelie courts, the elves rule the regions to the northeast and the wilds are filled with unaligned fae who reject the idea of living in civilization. While a faerie's court will often predict a fae's alignment, there are always those who do not fit to type, such as benevolent unseelie and malevolent seelie. These individuals tend to have to find their own way, either on their own in the wilds, or as a part of other civilizations. A number can be found in both the elven kingdom and the lands of Thornmouth.
A fae of the courts tends to be tall, narrow, and lithe - beautiful humanoids with slender features and ears longer than that of the elves. Yet a wild fae appear to be hybrid of all shapes and sizes, while elves are distinctly draconic and overall less alien than their courtly counterparts. It seems their magic plays a part in dictating their appearance, which can change in a wide variety of ways - behavior and experiences altering color, form, and size.
Wild fae are far less humanoid than those of the courts or elven kind, tending to be much more fantastic as hybrids in appearance and representing a wide variety of creatures, plants, and things
The elves have been permanently changed and 'standardized' as a species, more mortal than spirit through their dealings with dragons.
All fae (save elves) are able to exist in a small form more typically associated with fairies and also in full sized forms. Some communities only exist in one form or another out of personal choice, but fae cities tend to cater for both sizes.
Notes:
Those of the courts tend to shun elves, seeing them as outcasts who are even more arrogant than they (in their eyes) - the elves put too much pride on having been the second race following the dragons, and they now exploit nature more than they shepherd it, showing too much interest in advancing and in turn expanding their civilization.
Half Fae - It is notable that fae carry the ability to breed with nearly any other humanoid race. A "half-fae" can refer to a hybrid of any of the fae races and it is often hard to distinguish of which type they even are. These people often find themselves not fully fitting into either magical OR mundane society. A seelie or unseelie may find themselves drawn to the fae wilds, but they won't be welcomed without difficult trials to prove they are worthy.
ELVES
The Draconic Divine
The Second Race
The elves of Hy-Brazir were once like other fae, but have changed since their arrival to the planet. In the chaos following the First Fall they found refuge in paying allegiance to the dragons, where they found protection by paying tribute. In time they developed a close relationship to dragonkind and were taught arcane magics by them. A disciplined approach to magic changed their bonds with nature, becoming more bound to the draconic specifically and in turn the physical plane of existence. This led to more strictly elemental magics by birth and the need to learn casting, the loss of shapeshifting, and the development of their draconic mutations.
The lands between the elven kingdom and the Frozen Sea became a holy land occupied by both races, where Dragon Monks now learn and serve their reptile masters. They believe they will eventually become dragons themselves through their worship of the great ones and their planet, gradually changing over time through their devotion.
In many ways elves are like their generic depictions: dignified, scholarly, often arrogant and aloof. A people of varied appearances, but with a strong sense of unified culture despite territory - no matter what sort of elven society they live in, they take no nonsense (even struggle to understand humor) and take great pride in their luxuries. The elven cities and settlements of the west are a testament to their magical advancements and scholastic tendencies; tall towers of gold, elegantly curving architecture with elaborate engravings. A great deal of emphasis is placed upon statues and paintings that stand testament to their appreciation for the arts. It's rare they'll seek life outside of these places (with many even considering it taboo), but as always there are those who don't fit in, or those who believe that knowledge cannot all come from inside a book.
Racial Details
- historically among the earliest to arrive alongside the dwarves, and like the latter showcase draconic traits
- were likely once members of the seelie courts who arrived before the others for reasons lost to history, but have changed since - still technically fae, but those of the fae wilds (especially the courts) have decidedly stronger opinions about their perceived divergence
- unlike the dwarves, they revere dragons and see their mutations as blessings (which are ironically more subtle overall)
- as a result they take great care of their horns and other draconic features, with a notable tendency to show them off through their fashion choices
- standard mutations include horns, sharp nails, scaling, and 'point' patterning of unnatural tones on their extremities, as if dusted with color (including horns)
- horns come in many shapes (typically long and curving upwards in some fashion) and in rare cases more than one set, but are smooth and covered in leathery skin the same tone as the rest of their body, with an antler-like terminal cap (rather than bony protrusions)
- while hard and durable, they are arguably are a form of ossicone (not unlike those seen on okapi)
- tend to have very little to no hair, that which grows on their head rarely reaching past the ears
- facial and body hair is nearly unheard of and most elves shave their heads to showcase markings, horns, and jewelry
- long lived and showcasing slow growth, even as children
- consequences of not physically maturing at the same rate as other races means they are more isolated in their cities, with lower birth rates, and a tendency towards encouraging long periods of education (decades)
- their attitudes are often fueled by frustrations during youth due to growing minds outpacing their bodies
Social Overview
- culture has long ties to dragonkind and religion revolves around reverence to them
- they have holy lands east of their kingdom, within the dragon territories of the northern central region
- make up a significant portion of fae demographics in the West
- the elven capital city of Meel Caeldora is run by a council
- architecture and art is ripe with imagery of dragons
Notes:
The Draconic Divine
The Second Race
The elves of Hy-Brazir were once like other fae, but have changed since their arrival to the planet. In the chaos following the First Fall they found refuge in paying allegiance to the dragons, where they found protection by paying tribute. In time they developed a close relationship to dragonkind and were taught arcane magics by them. A disciplined approach to magic changed their bonds with nature, becoming more bound to the draconic specifically and in turn the physical plane of existence. This led to more strictly elemental magics by birth and the need to learn casting, the loss of shapeshifting, and the development of their draconic mutations.
The lands between the elven kingdom and the Frozen Sea became a holy land occupied by both races, where Dragon Monks now learn and serve their reptile masters. They believe they will eventually become dragons themselves through their worship of the great ones and their planet, gradually changing over time through their devotion.
In many ways elves are like their generic depictions: dignified, scholarly, often arrogant and aloof. A people of varied appearances, but with a strong sense of unified culture despite territory - no matter what sort of elven society they live in, they take no nonsense (even struggle to understand humor) and take great pride in their luxuries. The elven cities and settlements of the west are a testament to their magical advancements and scholastic tendencies; tall towers of gold, elegantly curving architecture with elaborate engravings. A great deal of emphasis is placed upon statues and paintings that stand testament to their appreciation for the arts. It's rare they'll seek life outside of these places (with many even considering it taboo), but as always there are those who don't fit in, or those who believe that knowledge cannot all come from inside a book.
Racial Details
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Classification: humanoid Compatibility: other humanoids Subraces: tba Homeworld: unknown |
Average Lifespan: 400-500 years Magic: yes, typically elemental Diet: omnivorous, meat-favoring Size: large Height Range: 6'0-7'0 on average Weight Range: Skin Tones: all manner of humanoid tones, with unnaturally colored markings Eye Tones: jewel-bright and in brilliant colors, often reptilian Hair Tones: Distinctions: taller stature, pointed ears, draconic mutations (especially horns) |
- historically among the earliest to arrive alongside the dwarves, and like the latter showcase draconic traits
- were likely once members of the seelie courts who arrived before the others for reasons lost to history, but have changed since - still technically fae, but those of the fae wilds (especially the courts) have decidedly stronger opinions about their perceived divergence
- unlike the dwarves, they revere dragons and see their mutations as blessings (which are ironically more subtle overall)
- as a result they take great care of their horns and other draconic features, with a notable tendency to show them off through their fashion choices
- standard mutations include horns, sharp nails, scaling, and 'point' patterning of unnatural tones on their extremities, as if dusted with color (including horns)
- horns come in many shapes (typically long and curving upwards in some fashion) and in rare cases more than one set, but are smooth and covered in leathery skin the same tone as the rest of their body, with an antler-like terminal cap (rather than bony protrusions)
- while hard and durable, they are arguably are a form of ossicone (not unlike those seen on okapi)
- tend to have very little to no hair, that which grows on their head rarely reaching past the ears
- facial and body hair is nearly unheard of and most elves shave their heads to showcase markings, horns, and jewelry
- long lived and showcasing slow growth, even as children
- consequences of not physically maturing at the same rate as other races means they are more isolated in their cities, with lower birth rates, and a tendency towards encouraging long periods of education (decades)
- their attitudes are often fueled by frustrations during youth due to growing minds outpacing their bodies
Social Overview
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Population: large Living Style: communal Nations: multiple territories and many settlements across the northeastern region of the west, including the great capital city of Meel Caeldora Languages: local elven, local draconic (to be named) Subcultures: dragon monks of the holy lands, tba Notable Members: Known For: dragon worship, the arts, finery, precious metals Produce: magical goods, fine jewelry, art, textiles |
- culture has long ties to dragonkind and religion revolves around reverence to them
- they have holy lands east of their kingdom, within the dragon territories of the northern central region
- make up a significant portion of fae demographics in the West
- the elven capital city of Meel Caeldora is run by a council
- architecture and art is ripe with imagery of dragons
Notes:
- A very clean people, they consider littering a crime akin to theft.
- Elvish cuisine tends towards extravagant cooked spreads and less in the way of fresh or deli ingredients - a lot of elaborate dishes and baked goods like twisted pastries with berry jams and beef wellingtons. A love for wine and other goods that require aging, such as cheese, pickled vegetables, and dried meat. They believe all good things take time and anything worth doing is to be relished, which reflects in much of their culture. They tend to take extra time in all that they do.
- A half-elf will be tolerated in elven society but shunned within it, considered lesser or of bad breeding. No matter their scholarly accomplishments, they will always be considered lesser unless able to prove themselves through a great feat.
- A hybrid elf tends to be infertile and have stunted horns.
SEELIE
descriptor
Ruled by King Castien and Queen Faraine
The seelie are considered to be more aligned with 'good' and light than their unseelie counterparts. They are prone to mischief and pranks, but are far more noble and restrained than other faeries. The seelie court consists of those that are far more tolerant than most, kind enough to warn those who don't understand their customs that they have offended or been unintentionally rude (rather than immediately punishing the culprit). That being said, they do still have a heightened sense of pride enough to violently avenge intended insults or come across as arrogant. They are associated with greens, golds, unicorns and other light-aligned creatures.
Racial Details
A fae of the courts tends to be tall, narrow, and lithe - beautiful humanoids with slender features and ears longer than that of the elves.
A noble of the Seelie Court will tend to have wings associated more with daytime insects and tones: jewel-bright butterflies, dragonflies, etc.
Social Overview
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Notes:
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Ruled by King Castien and Queen Faraine
The seelie are considered to be more aligned with 'good' and light than their unseelie counterparts. They are prone to mischief and pranks, but are far more noble and restrained than other faeries. The seelie court consists of those that are far more tolerant than most, kind enough to warn those who don't understand their customs that they have offended or been unintentionally rude (rather than immediately punishing the culprit). That being said, they do still have a heightened sense of pride enough to violently avenge intended insults or come across as arrogant. They are associated with greens, golds, unicorns and other light-aligned creatures.
Racial Details
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Magic: yes, powerful spellcasters and shapeshifters Diet: Average Height: Average Weight: Skin Tones: bright and pale tones with warm complexions, often light greens, blues, yellows, and more humanoid pinks Eye Tones: Hair Tones: Distinctions: unearthly, beautiful humanoids with long features and pointed ears (high nobility display insect wings) |
A fae of the courts tends to be tall, narrow, and lithe - beautiful humanoids with slender features and ears longer than that of the elves.
A noble of the Seelie Court will tend to have wings associated more with daytime insects and tones: jewel-bright butterflies, dragonflies, etc.
Social Overview
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Population: rare, small, large, etc. Living Style: solitary, nomadic, communal, etc. Nations: what major settlements, where Languages: Subcultures: Notable Members: Known For: Produce: |
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Notes:
- are benevolent to most, but turn a sour eye to elven kind as though their ways have cut them away from the rest of faekind
- Seelie cusine: are more likely to eat fine fruits, cheeses, and fresh meat cuts
UNSEELIE
descriptor
Ruled by King Mordun (Moor-doon)
The Unseelie are considered the 'darker' of the faeries and are more commonly aligned with 'evil'. They are considered vengeful and insults are harshly punished whether they were intended or not.
Unseelie are known for being involved in the Wild Hunt, in which many humans wandering the wilds were/are rumored to be killed. They're known for tricking and assaulting travelers for their own personal agenda or simply their own amusement. They can often manipulate lesser minds with silver tongues or magic. Occasionally unseelie take to a respectful mundane being, such as a human, and may try to keep them as a pet in their household - but they are also known for more cruelly kidnapping humans and using them as slaves.
Unseelie are known for creating abominations, creatures born of unseelie magic. These creatures will always return to the unseelie lands and linger on their borders or within, feeling a constant draw. Sadly this constant draw applies to half-unseelie offspring as well who may not be as welcome.
Racial Details
A fae of the courts tends to be tall, narrow, and lithe - beautiful humanoids with slender features and ears longer than that of the elves.
A noble of the Unseelie Court will tend to have wings associated more with nightime insects and tones: moths, beetles, etc.
Social Overview
Highly aggressive fae people, they do not take transgressions lightly - trespassers on the wrong side of the continent are likely to meet a dreadful fate
Notes:
descriptor
Ruled by King Mordun (Moor-doon)
The Unseelie are considered the 'darker' of the faeries and are more commonly aligned with 'evil'. They are considered vengeful and insults are harshly punished whether they were intended or not.
Unseelie are known for being involved in the Wild Hunt, in which many humans wandering the wilds were/are rumored to be killed. They're known for tricking and assaulting travelers for their own personal agenda or simply their own amusement. They can often manipulate lesser minds with silver tongues or magic. Occasionally unseelie take to a respectful mundane being, such as a human, and may try to keep them as a pet in their household - but they are also known for more cruelly kidnapping humans and using them as slaves.
Unseelie are known for creating abominations, creatures born of unseelie magic. These creatures will always return to the unseelie lands and linger on their borders or within, feeling a constant draw. Sadly this constant draw applies to half-unseelie offspring as well who may not be as welcome.
Racial Details
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Magic: yes, powerful spellcasters and shapeshifters Diet: Size: Average Height: Average Weight: Skin Tones: dark and dull tones with cold complexions, a range of shades from deep black to shock white with every gray in-between, often darker or pale shades of greens and purples Eye Tones: Hair Tones: Distinctions: sharp features and intense eyes |
A fae of the courts tends to be tall, narrow, and lithe - beautiful humanoids with slender features and ears longer than that of the elves.
A noble of the Unseelie Court will tend to have wings associated more with nightime insects and tones: moths, beetles, etc.
Social Overview
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Population: rare, small, large, etc. Living Style: solitary, nomadic, communal, etc. Nations: what major settlements, where Languages: Subcultures: Notable Members: Known For: Produce: |
Highly aggressive fae people, they do not take transgressions lightly - trespassers on the wrong side of the continent are likely to meet a dreadful fate
Notes:
- Unseelie cuisine: a notable interest in (often magical) insect cuisine, root vegetables, and dark fruits
WILD FAE
descriptor
Wild Fae are neither seelie or unseelie, but some members may have once been. They are often neutrally aligned and are a law unto themselves, showcasing a wide variety of forms dependent on their nature. They very much enjoy pranking and harassing fae and mundie alike, and can sometimes be aggressive to get what they want. Their behavior can be considered playful and puckish most of the time, but like any fae are best dealt with carefully. Many are solitary, though there are some communities in the trees where they live, often in small fairy form.
Racial Details
Very removed from civilization and organized thought, truly nature spirits representing and nurturing certain aspects of such
Can appear as humanoid plants, animals, or even minerals - they are fae who have changed to represent aspects of nature (usually more 'standard' fae combined with these features in a zoomorphic manner, rather than anthropomorphic - faces are often still very humanoid and pointed ears retained)
A member of the courts can become a wild fae, but it is no easy feat turning back once one loses themselves in that way
Social Overview
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Notes:
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Wild Fae are neither seelie or unseelie, but some members may have once been. They are often neutrally aligned and are a law unto themselves, showcasing a wide variety of forms dependent on their nature. They very much enjoy pranking and harassing fae and mundie alike, and can sometimes be aggressive to get what they want. Their behavior can be considered playful and puckish most of the time, but like any fae are best dealt with carefully. Many are solitary, though there are some communities in the trees where they live, often in small fairy form.
Racial Details
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Magic: yes, nature based and including shapeshifting Diet: widely varied Size: - Average Height: - Average Weight: - Skin Tones: all range of skin tones, often patterned or displaying markings Eye Tones: widely varied Hair Tones: widely varied Distinctions: features widely vary |
Very removed from civilization and organized thought, truly nature spirits representing and nurturing certain aspects of such
Can appear as humanoid plants, animals, or even minerals - they are fae who have changed to represent aspects of nature (usually more 'standard' fae combined with these features in a zoomorphic manner, rather than anthropomorphic - faces are often still very humanoid and pointed ears retained)
A member of the courts can become a wild fae, but it is no easy feat turning back once one loses themselves in that way
Social Overview
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Population: large Living Style: solitary, nomadic, communal Nations: wouldn't you like to know Languages: Subcultures: Notable Members: Known For: Produce: mischief |
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Notes:
- Wild Fae cuisine: the most likely to fall under the stereotype of eating nothing but fresh/raw fruits, vegetables, and meats due a lack of true culture
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