Ever since their entry into the material realm, the Elves have ruled themselves with an oligarchy consisting of the Counsel of High Mages. Originally four, one Master for each Material element. Then eight as they discovered the Living elements. Then twelve as they discovered the Cosmic elements.

The Elves are the only species that have crafted cities that compare to Human cities in influence and grandeur. Unlike Humans, who scatter cities across the land, Elves have only two cities. One in the heart of the Deep Wood. The other in the ocean’s depths. What they lack in number, they make up for in splendor. Marblework in arches that compliment the natural shape of the land. Roads that pair with the flow of water in mesmerizing ways. And in the depths, coral palaces in harmony with aquatic life. Seeing an Elven city is an unforgettable experience.

Through powerful magics, the High-born mages built and protected their city where they rule to this day. The Deep woods that surround the city host the Sunfolk, who dwell in the natural beauty of the trees. The Merfolk built their coral city in the deep regions of the ocean.

Then there are the Moonfolk, who were banished from the lands and waters of the other Elves for a past transgression. To this day, any Moonfolk is forbidden entry to either Elven city. Originally Sunfolk, their decision altered their bodies and made a new line of Elf.

Elves consider raising children correctly to be the most important task of their lives. Their long childhood is spent in diligent study and practice. All the arts from painting to architecture are covered during their training. Mixed in are the physical arts from beast taming to archery. And among the most important of the arts of speech and emotional self-control.

Elves see each person as having value and potential. Their societies are impressively equalitarian. Despite the enormous size of their cities, they have incredibly low rates of crime.

Elves have four major physiological lines. Four major empires of the Elves. The High-born Elves, Moonfolk, Sunfolk, and Merfolk. All have graceful bodies, long hair, and pointy ears that reach the tops of their heads. Otherwise, they are visually similar to Humans. A fact they are loathe to confront.

High Born Elves are pale of skin with fairer hair and tend to be slightly taller than the other Elven lines. Sunfolk have bronze shades of skin with darker hair. The cursed Moonfolk have onyx skin, grey hair, and large eyes. Merfolk have skin in shades of blue or green. The hair on their head grows thick and short. Their bodies scaled rather than hairy. Short fins line their arms. Their ears come to three distinct points with webbing in between.

Elven names are nearly as varied as Humans, though Elves favor traditional names. Serillia, Cedric, Harthor

Like Humans, Elven bloodline is malleable, if not as quick to adopt as Human blood. Their blood often imparts long, pointy ears or fins.