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== Tolkien-inspired Elves == | == Tolkien-inspired Elves == | ||
Modern | Modern [[fantasy]] elves (with some exceptions) trace their roots back to JRR Tolkien's Middle Earth universe. Typically elves are like humans in most respects, with a thin build, long ears, greater dexterity, and long lives (ranging from several centuries to biological immortality). Elves are often depicted as being smarter or more learned than human societies alongside them and have greater command of [[magic]]. | ||
Often their are several | Often their are several varieties of elves. The most common being High Elves (which live in cities), Wood Elves (which live relatively primitive lives in forests) and Dark Elves (which live underground and tend to be hostile to other civilizations). | ||
== See also == | == See also == | ||
Revision as of 13:40, 20 October 2011
Elves are of humanoid sapients common in fantasy settings. They are based on mythological creatures of Norse origin.
Tolkien-inspired Elves
Modern fantasy elves (with some exceptions) trace their roots back to JRR Tolkien's Middle Earth universe. Typically elves are like humans in most respects, with a thin build, long ears, greater dexterity, and long lives (ranging from several centuries to biological immortality). Elves are often depicted as being smarter or more learned than human societies alongside them and have greater command of magic.
Often their are several varieties of elves. The most common being High Elves (which live in cities), Wood Elves (which live relatively primitive lives in forests) and Dark Elves (which live underground and tend to be hostile to other civilizations).