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|Name = Azari'cill (High Elves)
|Name = Azari'cill (High Elves)
|Pronunciation = Azaa-rie sill
|Classification = Elf
|Nicknames = Anypsóste (The Exalted)
|Nicknames = Anypsóste (The Exalted)
Azari’Lefká (White Elves)
Azari’Lefká (White Elves)
|Languages = Azari Linguae, Common
|Languages = Common, Azari Linguae
|Height = 1.87m - 2.20m (6’1" - 7’2")
|Average Height = 1.87m - 2.20m (6’1" - 7’2")
|Weight = 75kg to 90kg (165lbs - 198lbs)
|Average Weight = 75kg to 90kg (165lbs - 198lbs)
|Land = [[The Enlightened Kingdom of Luminion]]
|Maximum Age = ~500 Years Old
|Capital = [[Luminion]]
|STR = +0
|STR = +0
|DEF = +0
|DEF = +0
|AGI = +1
|AGI = +0
|INT = +2
|INT = +4
}}
}}
 
== Introduction ==
== Introduction: ==
As the Azari’cill call themselves, the Scions of Illumination invoke this name because their existence reflects the pinnacle of civilization under the Mother’s watchful gaze.
As the Azari’cill call themselves, the Scions of Illumination invoke this name because their existence reflects the pinnacle of civilization under the Mother’s watchful gaze.


These luminous beings have blood that glimmers by magical properties. The glittering spires of the Azari cities stand like beacons in the lands where skill and enlightenment saturate the very air. The Azari’cill absorbed so much of this innate potential that when at war, it is said that the phalanxes of the Azari warhosts glow with robust power. An assault by an Azari’cill army is swift and carried out with flawless precision. The enemy is met with a forest of blades and a tidal wave of arcane wrath.
These luminous beings have blood that glimmers by magical properties. The glittering spires of the Azari cities stand like beacons in the lands where skill and enlightenment saturate the very air. The Azari’cill absorbed so much of this innate potential that when at war, it is said that the phalanxes of the Azari warhosts glow with robust power. An assault by an Azari’cill army is swift and carried out with flawless precision. The enemy is met with a forest of blades and a tidal wave of arcane wrath.


This claim of mastery also carries a deadly arrogance. The Azari'cill come in glory, but they hail from a broken land, their elegant spires toppled and their statuary crumbled into the dust of a dead empire. The stories tell that it was the scourge of Fineall that ravaged the lands of silver; it was unavoidable. The age of the fallen spires has turned the empire of enlightenment into a spell-haunted ruin.
This claim of mastery also carries a deadly arrogance. The Azari'cill come in glory, but they hail from a broken land, their elegant spires toppled and their statuary crumbled into the dust of a dead empire. The stories tell that it was the scourge of Fineall that ravaged the lands of silver; it was unavoidable. The age of the fallen spires has turned the empire of enlightenment into a spell-haunted ruin.


Ever since the Time of Reinvention, the Azari’cill have managed to make peace with the lands they call home.
Ever since the Time of Reinvention, the Azari’cill have managed to make peace with the lands they call home.
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|''“High Elves? Yes, I have seen them from afar once when I made my way over the spine, wandering through their crystal cities. At first, I thought I was seeing ghosts! I saw them moving and they seemed… not normal. It was like a blur of puppets that were moved by an expert puppeteer, so coordinated! Never do they move unless they really have to. Very interesting folk for certain.”''
'''- Catraca Goldnail, Halfling merchant from Mapledale'''
|}


__TOC__
== Character Creation ==


== Appearance ==
=== Appearance ===
The High Elves, or Azari’cill as they like to call themselves, are tall, fair-skinned people that mainly reside on the eastern plains of Eden commonly known as Arda or The Glade of Dragons. The average High Elven male can grow up to an average of 2 meters tall. Females tend to be a little shorter, coming in at an average of 1,85 meters. They have blonde or silver hair, yet none of them can grow any facial hair. The Azari’cill commonly has blue or green eyes. Some recorded cases speak of High Elves having silver eyes, however, those are extremely rare cases,  in which the ‘cill individual is seen as personally blessed by the Mother, the ‘cill’s patron Goddess. The most distinguishing feature of an Elf is a pair of long ears with a pointed tip. Elven ears can grow up to an average of 15 centimeters.   
The High Elves, or Azari’cill as they like to call themselves, are tall, fair-skinned people that mainly reside on the eastern plains of Eden commonly known as Arda or The Glade of Dragons. The average High Elven male can grow up to an average of 2 meters tall. Females tend to be a little shorter, coming in at an average of 1,85 meters. They have blonde or silver hair, yet none of them can grow any facial hair. The Azari’cill commonly has blue or green eyes. Some recorded cases speak of High Elves having silver eyes, however, those are extremely rare cases,  in which the ‘cill individual is seen as personally blessed by the Mother, the ‘cill’s patron Goddess. The most distinguishing feature of an Elf is a pair of long ears with a pointed tip. Elven ears can grow up to an average of 15 centimeters.   


The Azari live significantly longer than the other races on Eden. To put that into perspective, Azari’cill scholars created something known as the Elven year, this is to put their lifespan into perspective with that of the other races. While the Azari’cill still count in common years, it is not unheard of to hear an Azari’cill suddenly count something in Elven years. This is usually reserved for the academic scene. Most Elves prefer to use common years for more mundane things like counting their age or to refer to calendar years. One Elven year roughly translates to around 5 common years. Elves reach adulthood at 120 common years and can live up to 500-600 common years. The Azari'cill keep their youthful appearance for most of their lives, only starting to show visible aging when they reach the age of 500.
The Azari live significantly longer than the other races on Eden. Understanding the aging of the Azari can be complicated because they work with two calendars. The official one in most Azari [[File:Cirlia2.png|thumb|An example of a High Elf Woman.]]


== Language ==
nations is known as the Stargazer Calendar and is based on the position of Eseron in the great void towards the sun. An Azari year counts four seasons and ends when Eseron has come full circle around the sun. Besides this elven calendar, the Azari use something known as the Imperial, or common calendar. This calendar developed in the ancient Attian Empire is these days used around the continent and is built to better reflect the lifespan of most other intelligent races and creatures. This calendar runs significantly quicker at four years per single Elven year. The Imperial calendar uses the changing of the seasons as the start of a new year. Making it so that seasons in the Imperial calendar system last for the entire year.  
Elves generally speak the common tongue. This language, through its extreme popularity, has been adopted and normalized in Elven culture. A dialect has sprung up in Aerial from a combination of Ancient Elvish and the common tongue. The ancient elven language is a mostly forgotten one. Scholars in Luminion are trying to rediscover their ancient language and bring it back to the vocabulary of the Elves.


'''Often used ancient elven words that found their way into common speech:'''
While the Azari’cill do count in common years, it is not unheard of to hear a particularly conservative Azari’cill still using Elven years and refusing to recognize the imperial system as a valid alternative. The most common place to find active usage of the Elven Calendar is the academic scene. Most Elves prefer to use common years for more mundane things like counting their age or to refer to calendar years. Elves reach adulthood at 72 common years and can live up to 400-500 common years. The Azari'cill keep their youthful appearance for most of their lives, only
 
starting to show visible aging when they reach the age of 350.
 
[[File:Helfskin.png|none|thumb|392x392px|A guide to typical High Elven Skin Colors.]]
 
=== Language ===
Elves generally speak the common tongue. This language, through its extreme popularity, has been adopted and normalized in Elven culture. A dialect has sprung up in Aerial from a combination of Ancient Elvish and the common tongue. The ancient elven language is a mostly forgotten one. Scholars in Luminion are trying to rediscover their ancient language and bring it back to the vocabulary of the Elves. “Cilus” is a word without a specified meaning. When someone bears a title with the word “Cilus” in it,  it is generally seen as a high-ranking individual.
 
Often used ancient elven words that found their way into common speech:
{| class="wikitable"
{| class="wikitable"
|+
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! colspan="6" |Azari Linguae: Quick Guide
|-
! colspan="2" |<u>Greetings</u>
! colspan="2" |<u>Greetings</u>
! colspan="2" |<u>Races</u>
! colspan="2" |<u>Titles</u>
|-
|-
!Elvish
!Common
!Elvish
!Common
!Elvish
!Elvish
!Common
!Common
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|Vale
|Vale
|Hello/Greetings
|Hello/Greetings
|-
|Azari
|Vale’tar
|Farewell
|-
|Fílo(s)
|Friend(s)
|-
! colspan="2" |<u>Races</u>
|-
|Azari  
|Elf
|Elf
|-
|Azari’cill
|High elf/Pure elf
|-
|Azari’cerr
|Wood elf/Wild elf
|-
|Azari’lunn
|Dark elf/Moon elf
|-
|Azari’soll
|Fire Elf/Sun Elf
|-
|Dur’arum
|Denur
|-
|Vari(s)
|Human(s)
|-
|Ghesiri(s)
|Faulskins(s)
|-
|De’nevir
|Tiefling
|-
! colspan="2" |<u>Titles</u>
|-
|Therri’cill
|Therri’cill
|Guardian of Purity/King
|Guardian of Purity/King
|-
|-
|Vale’tar
|Farewell
|Azari’cill
|High Elf/Pure Elf
|Aeri’cill
|Aeri’cill
|Mother of Purity/Queen
|Mother of Purity/Queen
|-
|-
|Fílo(s)
|Friend(s)
|Azari’cerr
|Wood Elf/Wild Elf
|Pricecilus
|Pricecilus
|Prince
|Prince
|-
|-
! colspan="2" rowspan="12" |
|Azari’lunn
|Dark Elf/Moon Elf
|Pricecili
|Pricecili
|Princess
|Princess
|-
|-
|Azari’soll
|Fire Elf/Sun Elf
|Nobicilus
|Nobicilus
|Noble
|Noble
|-
|-
|Dur’arum
|Denur
|Visera
|Visera
|Minister
|Minister
|-
|-
|Vari(s)
|Human(s)
|Ar’mágoi
|Ar’mágoi
|Arch-Mage/Spellcaster
|Arch-Mage/Spellcaster
|-
|-
|Ghesiri(s)
|Faulskins(s)
|mágoi
|mágoi
|Mage/Spellcaster
|Mage/Spellcaster
|-
|-
|De’nevir
|Tiefling
|Scinar(i)’cilus
|Scinar(i)’cilus
|High Priest(ess)
|High Priest(ess)
|-
|-
! colspan="2" rowspan="6" |
|Scinari
|Scinari
|Priestess
|Priestess
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|Priest
|Priest
|-
|-
|Scini  
|Scini
|(Older) Student
|(Older) Student
|-
|-
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|}
|}


=== Naming Schemes ===
Elven names, particularly the ones of High Elves are a complex almost unpronounceable mash of sounds to outsiders. Yet do not be fooled by the seeming lack of any structure to Elf names, for they are incredibly valuable to an elven family and mostly of all of massive political importance. Elven family names are all written in the ancient Elven tongue, the Azari Linguae, a mostly unused language lost to time but kept alive by Elves of the Glade in order to keep some semblance of their glorious past alive. It has many different dialects and relies on more than simple syllables to convey meaning.


“Cilus” is a word without a specified meaning. When someone bears a title with the word “Cilus” in it, it is generally seen as a high-ranking individual.
Elven surnames are the most important part of an elven name, for not only is it a distinguishable trait that comes with a certain amount of prestige, but it is also used as a way to reward Elves of great renown by granting them the right to form a branch of a greater family. For surnames hold only as much value as the power it grants them and adoptions and the forming of new families and branches are common to wash away stains from traitorous names or to profit from the prestige of a greater name. To any High Elf, the greatest punishment is to bring shame to their surname because of the damage it can do to the greater branch. Examples of High Elven family names are; Zaithrall (main branch) and Zaithrec, (granted branch). High Elven families are thus more than a bloodline connection but above all a political tool. Age and deeds contribute the most to the status of a family name and its value in Elven politics.
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|'''Examples of High Elven surnames:''' Zaithrall, Aey’flir, Eidrith, Illysar, Aedaere, Celephin’nel, Araloth, Vithalion’dir.
|}
High Elven forenames just like surnames are written in Azari Linguae. They hold far less prestige and are nothing more than what a forename means to most other peoples. High Elven names are very sleek and elegant in the way they are written and spoken, emitting a sort of radiance from them that can only be comprehended and understood by the Elves who more than earned the prestige.
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|'''Examples of High Elven forenames:''' Aeden, Aldir’tor, Avellorisas, Arathalle, Baruidl, Circya, Cirlia, Deralac, Eldarain, Erethond, Fynenar, Galag, Ilona, Korhian, Maeron, Tetheris, Tharhindrel, Tilly, Veraunn, Zaathos, Zubaran.
|}


== Culture ==
=== Cultures ===
Nations and cultures in which the High Elven race is present sorted by dominance.
{| class="wikitable"
|-
![[File:HelfCityAI.jpg|frameless|200x200px]]
![[The Enlightened Kingdom of Luminion]]
|The Scions of Illumination, as the Azari’cill call themselves, invoke this name because their existence reflects the pinnacle of civilization under the Mother’s wing. These luminous beings have blood that glimmers by magical properties. The glittering spires of the Azari cities stand like beacons in the lands where skill and enlightenment saturate the very air. The Azari’cill absorbed so much of this innate potential that when at war, it is said that the phalanxes of the Azari warhosts glow with robust power. An assault by an Azari’cill army is swift and carried out with flawless precision. The enemy is met with a forest of blades and barrages of elemental wrath. This claim of mastery also carries a deadly arrogance. The Azari come in glory, but they hail from a broken land, their elegant spires toppled and their statuary crumbled into the dust of a dead empire. The stories tell that it was the scourge of Fineall that ravaged the lands of silver; it was unavoidable. The age of the fallen spires has turned the empire of enlightenment into a spell-haunted ruin. Ever since the Time of Reinvention, the Azari’cill have managed to make peace with the lands they call home.
|-
![[File:MitronaCityAI.jpg|frameless|200x200px]]
![[The Mystical Empire of Mitrona]]
|Even the bravest of warriors have learned to fear the vast tracts of woodland that can be found throughout the realms of Eden. Surrounded by trees, it is all too easy to get disoriented and lost, but there is a more primal dread at work. In the forest, no one can ever be sure what is lurking just out of sight. Sounds are muffled, yet noises seem to come from everywhere – the snapping of twigs, a sinister rustling of leaves, and the creaking of the wind-stirred canopy above. Nowhere to hide, nowhere to run. Nothing to hear you besides the elemental wrath of the Azari’cerr. These people are highly-skilled elves with centuries of experience in their home environment, the forest. Once an outsider enters Myln Arbor - The mystical forest most of these people call home - it is unlikely he will leave in one piece.
|-
! [[File:HadrianCulture.jpg|frameless|200x200px]]
![[The Hadrian Empire]]
|The Hadrian Empire, often referred to as simply ‘the Empire’, is the far-stretching country west of Eden’s Spine. A land inhabited mainly by the dutiful folk that are the [[Attian Humans|Attian humans]], one can see the many fields that cover the landscape being toiled by its hard-working citizens. Its cities are often bustling with life, places where trade, commerce, and politics take the main stage. The Hadrian way of life is deeply rooted in tradition and is often relatively simple, mainly because of this the Hadrians are known for their versatility and perseverance through hardship. The civil wars that have plagued the country in the past have left their scars, yet it seems Hadrians always find their way back, dedicating such feats to their deity; Alder. Within the Empire, the political and the martial often go hand in hand, with a large focus on retaining order and stability through military force. Within the Empire, it is not uncommon to see commoners rise through the ranks, oftentimes talented men and women are recognised and get the chance to prove themselves useful to their nation in places such as the army or civil offices. A land full of chance, and one of recognition, with its Kaiser at the helm.
|}
== World View ==
{| class="wikitable"
![[File:AttianMale1.jpg|frameless|200x200px]]
!On Attians...
|'''Slightly Negative'''
''“Simple-minded people, yet numerous. I must admit that their development is noteworthy for such an underdeveloped species, yet it does not excuse their elitist stance on continental affairs. Chosen people of the Gods, don’t make me laugh. Let them wither away in their cities. They much rather kill each other than seek out true enlightenment.”''


=== <u>Structure of Elven Society</u> ===
* Miradrin Sindarin, Scholar from Luminion
The entirety of Azari’cill society is built around climbing the ladder of purity. This ladder is a caste system based on the teachings of the Mother and the Elven interpretation of her words. Every action and life decision has the potential to influence the Elf’s position on the ladder. This process of climbing the ladder starts all the way back when a new ‘cill baby is born. The newborn is to be brought to the local temple to the Mother where the High Priestess inspects the child, looking for any potential flaws in their appearance. After the inspection is completed, the child gets a place on the ladder based on the outcome of the inspection and the societal position of the parents.  
|-
![[File:HinterlandersAI.jpg|frameless|200x200px]]
! On Hinterlanders…
|'''Slightly Negative'''
“Barbaric people for certain, yet useful tools when the need arises. After a lifetime of being toyed with by their Attian kin and mind-twisting voidal influences, it is rather easy to bend them to our will, yet they cannot be relied upon. They are far too chaotic for anything more than a proxy force or band of mercenaries.


In the earlier years of a ‘cill life, it is already expected of them to be solely focussed on climbing the ladder. It is expected of a young elf to swiftly get a grasp of the world they live in, how foul and impure the outside lands are, and how it is up to them to preserve all that the ‘cill stand for. Every elf regardless of position on the ladder or birthplace will receive a proper education at the Luminion colleges or a local branch affiliated with the Luminion colleges. There they learn the basics of Azari history, the Azari language, writing, poetry, art, and math.
* Liandra Syldarin, Aesti’Solilunn from Aerial
|-
![[File:KhadanAI.jpg|frameless|200x200px]]
!On the Khadan…
| '''Negative'''
“I pity them sometimes I will not lie. These poor simple creatures have been enslaved by their ‘lunn masters. Yet they are a victim of their own stupidity for following these fallen Azari like their deities after their so-called earth-shaper Gods left this world, thinking that these new greater beings are their replacements. A pity, they cannot be allowed to live now that the ‘lunn stain is upon them.


The average ‘cill finishes this basic education by the time they reach early puberty. After this, they are called into service. For the men, the only option is the military. Where the kids at a younger age will be helping around the barracks and the stables, cleaning and learning how to maintain equipment, only to become an actual conscript citizen militia trooper in the later years of his service. A woman may also choose to follow the military path in their years of service and receive similar training. But there is another path for them that they may follow, which is temple service. There they will continue their basic education with more advanced topics like religious studies, astronomy, medical training, and Herbology. Besides that, they are tasked with cleaning the temple grounds, maintaining local gardens, and doing deeds of generosity and selflessness. An example is taking care of the elderly and the sick or wounded. For the Elves in more rural areas, things like farming, animal handling, and cooking can also be part of service for both men and women.
* Anaryll Zaldiran, Sailor from Illumnia
|-
![[File:WelfAI.jpg|frameless|200x200px]]
!On Wood Elves…
|'''Neutral'''
“They are our bredren, yes. And they have been of great use during the wars of ages past. But it does not warrant their newfound excess and obsession with all things coming from that Golden tree of theirs. I think that them straying from the path of our holy Mother has put them on a long painful journey to self-destruction, and when that time comes, we will not be there to save their damned souls.


The service for Azari teens ends when they reach adulthood at the age of 90 common years. Then they may choose to either go back to college to follow specialized advanced courses like magical studies, realm studies, and politics, or they may choose to go into apprenticeship and step directly into working life.
* Aphazel Baldasir, guardsman of the Tyr’es Alari
|-
![[File:DelfAI.jpg|frameless|200x200px]]
!On Dark Elves…
|'''Very Negative'''
“Those rats, I am glad they were driven to the deserts by our forefathers. Though sadly they were not exterminated, I had the unfortunate experience of running into one in the Hadrian Empire the other day, the sight of it was revolting, it almost made me throw up. I pray to the Mother every day to strike them down and cleanse this world of their sickening presence.


The Elves, based on their description, can easily be confused with a human at first glance. When looking at a painting of one, it is easy to be fooled into thinking they are simply a pretty-looking human with pointed ears. Yet that illusion is quickly dispelled when they are seen in motion. Outsiders describe the Elves as moving in a blur, every motion is measured and precise. This level of coordination in their movement fits perfectly with the way they speak. The Azari’cill living in the Higher society of Luminion wrap their messages in lots of complimenting words, sometimes making it seem as if they speak in riddles. This may seem like a way of distracting from the point in a discussion, yet all these beautifying words are carefully chosen to push the conversation in the direction they desire. This makes them difficult to connect with as an outsider, as they feel alien and distant. Not at all interested in an individual of lesser standing. The ‘cill living outside the cities mimic some of these traits, as even the lowliest of ‘cill thinks highly of themselves compared to outsiders and lessers, yet they usually are a lot more welcoming to outsiders and are easier to get a grasp of. It is not unheard of that the Elves living in rural areas befriend ‘lessers’ and take them into their homes, provide them with a warm meal and teach them the ways of High Elven life. Something that is frowned upon in the cities.
* Cylas Levelathar, Diplomat to the Hadrian Empire
|-
![[File:DenurAI.jpg|frameless|200x200px]]
!On Denur…
| '''Neutral'''
“I personally have not seen many. They mostly hold up in the west from what I have heard, yet their sins still stain the glade to this day. Dar-Azur will never be forgotten. I hope they find inner peace and restore their mountain Empire to its former glory. I much rather deal with them than Faulskins who infest their tunnels more and more.


The armies of the Azari are formed largely of citizen warriors. Each Elven individual leads a rich and fulfilling life outside the call of battle; were it not for the dire state of the Azari realm and the omnipresent threat of Fineall, it is likely they would not go to war at all. The vast majority of the Azari prefer to spend their time in pursuits of knowledge and reason rather than personal glory through means of violence. Physical conflict has always been seen as rather brutish and unrefined in the high society of Azari.
* Azriel Lindarel, Phoenicium worker from Aerial
|-
![[File:HalflingAI.jpg|frameless|200x200px]]
!On Halflings…
|'''Friendly'''
“Oh the Halflings… funny people they are. Truly. Did you hear they once almost brought the Hadrian Kingdom to its knees? They are a cunning people that have proven themselves exceptionally useful, especially when you want something done without a trace, or a trace of your choosing.


=== <u>Romance and marriage</u> ===
* Edelia Dalarin, [redacted] from Aestarius
Azari are massively focused on procreation. The gifts of Mothers and Daughters sprawl through elven society and its populace. It is very common to see Elves pair with each other when they reach adulthood. Elves are creatures that are easily captured by the sin of lust, which can be seen in their lives, where elves tend to switch partners a few times in their younger years before finally settling down. When Elves finally decide to get married, the entirety of the Silver City rejoices at the dawn of a new generation. An Elven wedding is quite the affair, which can last for even a week when it is a person of importance.  
|-
![[File:OrcAI.jpg|frameless|200x200px]]
!On Orcs…
|'''Very Negative'''
“I once saw some Orcs join a tournament outside Luminion. Their brutality was unmatched just like their lack of any sort of intelligence. Not that they were welcome, but after they practically stormed the field we figured it would be a nice sport to kill them publicly. I enjoy hunting these brutes, yet I would much rather have them stay down south where they belong. They cause too much trouble when they are on one of these quest marches for their green flame.


Marriage in Elven society is final, as it is a promise before the face of the Pantheon that you will serve them and will safeguard a new generation of Elves. Divorce is therefore unheard of; it is seen as the ultimate betrayal in the face of the Pantheon. The families of the divorced couple will be looked down upon for the foreseeable future and the pair will most likely be executed. The only way to ask for forgiveness of the Pantheon, after committing this crime, is to give them your most valuable possession: your life.
* Arhalien Halirus, Knight of Luminion
 
|-
=== <u>Life & Reproduction</u> ===
![[File:GoblinAI.jpg|frameless|200x200px]]
After a wedding, the first task 'cill society puts on the newly founded elven family is to put a child on Eden to further their family name and preserve the Azari race. Elves, however, have an extremely complex reproductive system. Female Elves are only fertile one season per common year, during The Emerald Dusk, and only become fertile around their 120th and remain fertile up until the age of around 400. Males tend to lose their fertility a little earlier around the age of 350. The pregnancy of a 'cill usually lasts around 10 common months. Pregnancy is seen as a huge cultural phenomenon. This is because it is seen as the ultimate proof of the Mother blessing and approving the marriage, explaining the societal pressure to have a child as early as possible after the wedding. Reproduction is so important in elven culture that once per year, a giant festival is held to celebrate a new year of elven fertility. This usually goes paired with the Mother's day celebrations that take place during The Emerald Dusk. 
!On Goblins…
 
|'''Very Negative'''
=== <u>Death & Funerals</u> ===
“What can I say about these creatures? I once heard they milk each other and serve that to their Orcish overlords, that should speak for itself. Absolutely insane. May they never set foot in the glade again.
Elves, despite their extremely long lives, can die due to natural causes, and when they do, a huge burial ceremony will be organized by the family of the deceased elf. This usually goes paired with a week of mourning. If a wife loses her husband, she lives on wearing only black or dark blue clothing with silver decorations. Elven bodies are burned after death. This is done to release the Elven soul and return it to the Mother, Aerièlle, so that it may live on forever with the pantheon. It is commonly believed that Elven souls are trapped inside the body after death until it is released during the cremation.
 
== History ==
 
'''See:'''
 
'''- [[The Luminous Enclave of Aerial]]'''
 
'''- [[The Enlightened Kingdom of Luminion]]'''


* Inrion Kerinar, Bartender from Illumnia
|-
![[File:TieflingAI.jpg|frameless|200x200px]]
!On Tieflings…
|'''Friendly'''
“They are a mysterious people for certain. I do not fully trust them, but their connection to the arcane must at least mean that they are blessed in some way. They make for excellent tutors for our children. If only they did not try to breed like rabbits. The population of them is getting a little out of hand within the glade… Yet nothing to be concerned of… as of now.”


* Laurum Tirim, Scholar from the Luminion College of Magic.
|}
== Character Traits ==
Upon creation of a High Elf character, you can pick two of the following traits for your character to reflect their background.
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! colspan="2" |Racial Traits - High Elves
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!Swift
|Players with this trait have +2 movement in CRP. Outside CRP, players with this trait get a permanent speed 1 boost.
|-
!Arcane initiate
|Players with this trait know the "[[Pyromancy|Flame Arrow]]" spell without needing to be a spellcaster
|-
!Intelligent
|Players with this trait get two extra points in intelligence.
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!Nightseer
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Azari'cill (High Elves)
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Pronunciation Azaa-rie sill
Classification Elf
Nicknames Anypsóste (The Exalted)

Azari’Lefká (White Elves)

Languages Common, Azari Linguae
Average Height 1.87m - 2.20m (6’1" - 7’2")
Average Weight 75kg to 90kg (165lbs - 198lbs)
Maximum Age ~500 Years Old
Stat Bonuses

+0 Strength

+0 Defense

+0 Agility

+4 Intelligence

Introduction

As the Azari’cill call themselves, the Scions of Illumination invoke this name because their existence reflects the pinnacle of civilization under the Mother’s watchful gaze.

These luminous beings have blood that glimmers by magical properties. The glittering spires of the Azari cities stand like beacons in the lands where skill and enlightenment saturate the very air. The Azari’cill absorbed so much of this innate potential that when at war, it is said that the phalanxes of the Azari warhosts glow with robust power. An assault by an Azari’cill army is swift and carried out with flawless precision. The enemy is met with a forest of blades and a tidal wave of arcane wrath.

This claim of mastery also carries a deadly arrogance. The Azari'cill come in glory, but they hail from a broken land, their elegant spires toppled and their statuary crumbled into the dust of a dead empire. The stories tell that it was the scourge of Fineall that ravaged the lands of silver; it was unavoidable. The age of the fallen spires has turned the empire of enlightenment into a spell-haunted ruin.

Ever since the Time of Reinvention, the Azari’cill have managed to make peace with the lands they call home.

“High Elves? Yes, I have seen them from afar once when I made my way over the spine, wandering through their crystal cities. At first, I thought I was seeing ghosts! I saw them moving and they seemed… not normal. It was like a blur of puppets that were moved by an expert puppeteer, so coordinated! Never do they move unless they really have to. Very interesting folk for certain.”

- Catraca Goldnail, Halfling merchant from Mapledale

Character Creation

Appearance

The High Elves, or Azari’cill as they like to call themselves, are tall, fair-skinned people that mainly reside on the eastern plains of Eden commonly known as Arda or The Glade of Dragons. The average High Elven male can grow up to an average of 2 meters tall. Females tend to be a little shorter, coming in at an average of 1,85 meters. They have blonde or silver hair, yet none of them can grow any facial hair. The Azari’cill commonly has blue or green eyes. Some recorded cases speak of High Elves having silver eyes, however, those are extremely rare cases, in which the ‘cill individual is seen as personally blessed by the Mother, the ‘cill’s patron Goddess. The most distinguishing feature of an Elf is a pair of long ears with a pointed tip. Elven ears can grow up to an average of 15 centimeters.

The Azari live significantly longer than the other races on Eden. Understanding the aging of the Azari can be complicated because they work with two calendars. The official one in most Azari

An example of a High Elf Woman.

nations is known as the Stargazer Calendar and is based on the position of Eseron in the great void towards the sun. An Azari year counts four seasons and ends when Eseron has come full circle around the sun. Besides this elven calendar, the Azari use something known as the Imperial, or common calendar. This calendar developed in the ancient Attian Empire is these days used around the continent and is built to better reflect the lifespan of most other intelligent races and creatures. This calendar runs significantly quicker at four years per single Elven year. The Imperial calendar uses the changing of the seasons as the start of a new year. Making it so that seasons in the Imperial calendar system last for the entire year.

While the Azari’cill do count in common years, it is not unheard of to hear a particularly conservative Azari’cill still using Elven years and refusing to recognize the imperial system as a valid alternative. The most common place to find active usage of the Elven Calendar is the academic scene. Most Elves prefer to use common years for more mundane things like counting their age or to refer to calendar years. Elves reach adulthood at 72 common years and can live up to 400-500 common years. The Azari'cill keep their youthful appearance for most of their lives, only

starting to show visible aging when they reach the age of 350.

A guide to typical High Elven Skin Colors.

Language

Elves generally speak the common tongue. This language, through its extreme popularity, has been adopted and normalized in Elven culture. A dialect has sprung up in Aerial from a combination of Ancient Elvish and the common tongue. The ancient elven language is a mostly forgotten one. Scholars in Luminion are trying to rediscover their ancient language and bring it back to the vocabulary of the Elves. “Cilus” is a word without a specified meaning. When someone bears a title with the word “Cilus” in it, it is generally seen as a high-ranking individual.

Often used ancient elven words that found their way into common speech:

Azari Linguae: Quick Guide
Greetings Races Titles
Elvish Common Elvish Common Elvish Common
Vale Hello/Greetings Azari Elf Therri’cill Guardian of Purity/King
Vale’tar Farewell Azari’cill High Elf/Pure Elf Aeri’cill Mother of Purity/Queen
Fílo(s) Friend(s) Azari’cerr Wood Elf/Wild Elf Pricecilus Prince
Azari’lunn Dark Elf/Moon Elf Pricecili Princess
Azari’soll Fire Elf/Sun Elf Nobicilus Noble
Dur’arum Denur Visera Minister
Vari(s) Human(s) Ar’mágoi Arch-Mage/Spellcaster
Ghesiri(s) Faulskins(s) mágoi Mage/Spellcaster
De’nevir Tiefling Scinar(i)’cilus High Priest(ess)
Scinari Priestess
Scinar Priest
Scini (Older) Student
Scin (Young) Student
Bessi’inn Blessed one
Medi’cilus Doctor/Medic

Naming Schemes

Elven names, particularly the ones of High Elves are a complex almost unpronounceable mash of sounds to outsiders. Yet do not be fooled by the seeming lack of any structure to Elf names, for they are incredibly valuable to an elven family and mostly of all of massive political importance. Elven family names are all written in the ancient Elven tongue, the Azari Linguae, a mostly unused language lost to time but kept alive by Elves of the Glade in order to keep some semblance of their glorious past alive. It has many different dialects and relies on more than simple syllables to convey meaning.

Elven surnames are the most important part of an elven name, for not only is it a distinguishable trait that comes with a certain amount of prestige, but it is also used as a way to reward Elves of great renown by granting them the right to form a branch of a greater family. For surnames hold only as much value as the power it grants them and adoptions and the forming of new families and branches are common to wash away stains from traitorous names or to profit from the prestige of a greater name. To any High Elf, the greatest punishment is to bring shame to their surname because of the damage it can do to the greater branch. Examples of High Elven family names are; Zaithrall (main branch) and Zaithrec, (granted branch). High Elven families are thus more than a bloodline connection but above all a political tool. Age and deeds contribute the most to the status of a family name and its value in Elven politics.

Examples of High Elven surnames: Zaithrall, Aey’flir, Eidrith, Illysar, Aedaere, Celephin’nel, Araloth, Vithalion’dir.

High Elven forenames just like surnames are written in Azari Linguae. They hold far less prestige and are nothing more than what a forename means to most other peoples. High Elven names are very sleek and elegant in the way they are written and spoken, emitting a sort of radiance from them that can only be comprehended and understood by the Elves who more than earned the prestige.

Examples of High Elven forenames: Aeden, Aldir’tor, Avellorisas, Arathalle, Baruidl, Circya, Cirlia, Deralac, Eldarain, Erethond, Fynenar, Galag, Ilona, Korhian, Maeron, Tetheris, Tharhindrel, Tilly, Veraunn, Zaathos, Zubaran.

Cultures

Nations and cultures in which the High Elven race is present sorted by dominance.

HelfCityAI.jpg The Enlightened Kingdom of Luminion The Scions of Illumination, as the Azari’cill call themselves, invoke this name because their existence reflects the pinnacle of civilization under the Mother’s wing. These luminous beings have blood that glimmers by magical properties. The glittering spires of the Azari cities stand like beacons in the lands where skill and enlightenment saturate the very air. The Azari’cill absorbed so much of this innate potential that when at war, it is said that the phalanxes of the Azari warhosts glow with robust power. An assault by an Azari’cill army is swift and carried out with flawless precision. The enemy is met with a forest of blades and barrages of elemental wrath. This claim of mastery also carries a deadly arrogance. The Azari come in glory, but they hail from a broken land, their elegant spires toppled and their statuary crumbled into the dust of a dead empire. The stories tell that it was the scourge of Fineall that ravaged the lands of silver; it was unavoidable. The age of the fallen spires has turned the empire of enlightenment into a spell-haunted ruin. Ever since the Time of Reinvention, the Azari’cill have managed to make peace with the lands they call home.
MitronaCityAI.jpg The Mystical Empire of Mitrona Even the bravest of warriors have learned to fear the vast tracts of woodland that can be found throughout the realms of Eden. Surrounded by trees, it is all too easy to get disoriented and lost, but there is a more primal dread at work. In the forest, no one can ever be sure what is lurking just out of sight. Sounds are muffled, yet noises seem to come from everywhere – the snapping of twigs, a sinister rustling of leaves, and the creaking of the wind-stirred canopy above. Nowhere to hide, nowhere to run. Nothing to hear you besides the elemental wrath of the Azari’cerr. These people are highly-skilled elves with centuries of experience in their home environment, the forest. Once an outsider enters Myln Arbor - The mystical forest most of these people call home - it is unlikely he will leave in one piece.
HadrianCulture.jpg The Hadrian Empire The Hadrian Empire, often referred to as simply ‘the Empire’, is the far-stretching country west of Eden’s Spine. A land inhabited mainly by the dutiful folk that are the Attian humans, one can see the many fields that cover the landscape being toiled by its hard-working citizens. Its cities are often bustling with life, places where trade, commerce, and politics take the main stage. The Hadrian way of life is deeply rooted in tradition and is often relatively simple, mainly because of this the Hadrians are known for their versatility and perseverance through hardship. The civil wars that have plagued the country in the past have left their scars, yet it seems Hadrians always find their way back, dedicating such feats to their deity; Alder. Within the Empire, the political and the martial often go hand in hand, with a large focus on retaining order and stability through military force. Within the Empire, it is not uncommon to see commoners rise through the ranks, oftentimes talented men and women are recognised and get the chance to prove themselves useful to their nation in places such as the army or civil offices. A land full of chance, and one of recognition, with its Kaiser at the helm.

World View

AttianMale1.jpg On Attians... Slightly Negative

“Simple-minded people, yet numerous. I must admit that their development is noteworthy for such an underdeveloped species, yet it does not excuse their elitist stance on continental affairs. Chosen people of the Gods, don’t make me laugh. Let them wither away in their cities. They much rather kill each other than seek out true enlightenment.”

  • Miradrin Sindarin, Scholar from Luminion
HinterlandersAI.jpg On Hinterlanders… Slightly Negative

“Barbaric people for certain, yet useful tools when the need arises. After a lifetime of being toyed with by their Attian kin and mind-twisting voidal influences, it is rather easy to bend them to our will, yet they cannot be relied upon. They are far too chaotic for anything more than a proxy force or band of mercenaries.”

  • Liandra Syldarin, Aesti’Solilunn from Aerial
KhadanAI.jpg On the Khadan… Negative

“I pity them sometimes I will not lie. These poor simple creatures have been enslaved by their ‘lunn masters. Yet they are a victim of their own stupidity for following these fallen Azari like their deities after their so-called earth-shaper Gods left this world, thinking that these new greater beings are their replacements. A pity, they cannot be allowed to live now that the ‘lunn stain is upon them.”

  • Anaryll Zaldiran, Sailor from Illumnia
WelfAI.jpg On Wood Elves… Neutral

“They are our bredren, yes. And they have been of great use during the wars of ages past. But it does not warrant their newfound excess and obsession with all things coming from that Golden tree of theirs. I think that them straying from the path of our holy Mother has put them on a long painful journey to self-destruction, and when that time comes, we will not be there to save their damned souls.”

  • Aphazel Baldasir, guardsman of the Tyr’es Alari
DelfAI.jpg On Dark Elves… Very Negative

“Those rats, I am glad they were driven to the deserts by our forefathers. Though sadly they were not exterminated, I had the unfortunate experience of running into one in the Hadrian Empire the other day, the sight of it was revolting, it almost made me throw up. I pray to the Mother every day to strike them down and cleanse this world of their sickening presence.”

  • Cylas Levelathar, Diplomat to the Hadrian Empire
DenurAI.jpg On Denur… Neutral

“I personally have not seen many. They mostly hold up in the west from what I have heard, yet their sins still stain the glade to this day. Dar-Azur will never be forgotten. I hope they find inner peace and restore their mountain Empire to its former glory. I much rather deal with them than Faulskins who infest their tunnels more and more.”

  • Azriel Lindarel, Phoenicium worker from Aerial
HalflingAI.jpg On Halflings… Friendly

“Oh the Halflings… funny people they are. Truly. Did you hear they once almost brought the Hadrian Kingdom to its knees? They are a cunning people that have proven themselves exceptionally useful, especially when you want something done without a trace, or a trace of your choosing.”

  • Edelia Dalarin, [redacted] from Aestarius
OrcAI.jpg On Orcs… Very Negative

“I once saw some Orcs join a tournament outside Luminion. Their brutality was unmatched just like their lack of any sort of intelligence. Not that they were welcome, but after they practically stormed the field we figured it would be a nice sport to kill them publicly. I enjoy hunting these brutes, yet I would much rather have them stay down south where they belong. They cause too much trouble when they are on one of these quest marches for their green flame.”

  • Arhalien Halirus, Knight of Luminion
GoblinAI.jpg On Goblins… Very Negative

“What can I say about these creatures? I once heard they milk each other and serve that to their Orcish overlords, that should speak for itself. Absolutely insane. May they never set foot in the glade again.”

  • Inrion Kerinar, Bartender from Illumnia
TieflingAI.jpg On Tieflings… Friendly

“They are a mysterious people for certain. I do not fully trust them, but their connection to the arcane must at least mean that they are blessed in some way. They make for excellent tutors for our children. If only they did not try to breed like rabbits. The population of them is getting a little out of hand within the glade… Yet nothing to be concerned of… as of now.”

  • Laurum Tirim, Scholar from the Luminion College of Magic.

Character Traits

Upon creation of a High Elf character, you can pick two of the following traits for your character to reflect their background.

Racial Traits - High Elves
Swift Players with this trait have +2 movement in CRP. Outside CRP, players with this trait get a permanent speed 1 boost.
Arcane initiate Players with this trait know the "Flame Arrow" spell without needing to be a spellcaster
Intelligent Players with this trait get two extra points in intelligence.
Nightseer Players with this trait get the night vision effect when entering dark spaces and during the night.
Dragon Blooded Players with this trait know the "Breath of the Dragon" spell without needing to be a spellcaster
Phalanx Players with this trait may use the action "form Phalanx" in combat. When they do, they provide a +1 to defensive rolls for everyone and themself within 1 block of them until their next
Swift learner Players with this trait require one less lesson/rp session per magic level before they may do their next bonding trial.
Knowledgeable Players with this trait get two extra lvl 1 spell slots and one extra lvl 2 spell slot.



Races
Human Races Attians · Khadans · Hinterlanders
Elvish Races High Elves · Wood Elves · Dark Elves
Dwarvish Races Denur
Orcish Races Orcs · Goblins
Other Races Halflings · Tieflings · Sylvani