Shadow World Elves are taller and stronger than those found in the various Dungeons and Dragons settings, and are immortal.
Within Shadow World, elves are divided into a number of sub-types, including the Linæri, Loari, Erlini, and the Dyari. The first two types are considered the “High Born,” referred to as the Iylari. As a whole, they are generally taller than humans, have elongated ears, larger eyes, and slightly delicate features. To mortals, they can be quite beautiful. Common to all of the elves, however, are their egos, as they view themselves superior to all other races. This self-aggrandizement is demonstrated differently by each particular elven sub-group (i.e., the Erlini are somewhat self-effacing while the Linæri maintain a certain degree of charm about it), but it is most prominent among the Loari elves, who make no attempt at hiding their contempt for mortals.
- Linæri ("Singers")are more philosophical and musical of the two groups of Iylari, preferring open spaces to structures and airy homes. They typically have golden blond hair, blue eyes, and fair skin.
- Loari ("Builders") seek power and the ability to craft; they are the forgers of great kingdoms and items of power. They are technologically advanced in the context of Shadow World.
- Erlini ("Growers") are commonly called Wood Elves. They tend to be shorter than their high-born brethren and less muscular, but are among the most agile. Like the Linæri, the Erlini tend to live close to nature and prefer her in her unaltered state. Their architecture is never intrusive on nature, but seeks to work with it and around it. The Erlini are the most likely of the elven groups to intermingle with humans.
- Dyari ("Delvers") are called "Dark Elves", but are not dark skinned. They are typically fair skinned with pale or white hair, dark eyes, and can be physically intimidating like the Loari.
Read more about this topic: List Of Shadow World Races, Immortals
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