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Long ago, the Dark Elves were created by Morrak as a dark mockery of the Elves which his sister Alrayna made. They are said to have been cast from his blood. Their shadowy heritage usually causes them to live in darkness and revel in others' misery. They live for many human lifetimes, often hundreds or sometimes thousands of years.

Appearance

Dark Elves appear much as the Elves, but with mocha to violet skin, and with white to taupe hair. Their eyes come in shades of purple and brown. They generally don't differ in height or weight from Men, but their dexterous bodies make them appear more lithe.

Dark Elves are often found wearing blacks and grays, favoring cloaks and robes of silky materials. Adventurers and soldiers are known to favor lighter armor. Many Dark Elves wear jewelry made of dark stones like amethyst or onyx. Like the Elves, few Dark Elves wear earrings as they claim it interferes with their keen hearing.

Personality

Dark Elves are often very clever and sneaky, yet they never break promises they make in earnest. Dark Elves are most often aloof, judgmental, vengeful, and quick to anger. A Dark Elf usually possesses a silver tongue and many dabble in Charms and Illusions.

Habitat

Since Dark Elves have no established countries, they typically live among other races, at least, among people who would tolerate their company. Many Dark Elves fill the ranks of the Blades of Morrak. Some less malevolent Dark Elves can be found in Zirien.

Society

Dark Elves are allegiant to their lords, but have no society of their own. They often take up lives as mercenaries and swords-for-hire. Occasionally, Dark Elves may set up a secluded village, but keep quiet for fear of attack by Elves. Legends tell of once-great Dark Elf kingdoms, but none stand to this day.

Max Caps

• Muscle 8
• Cunning 12
• Persuasion 12
• Self-Control 8

Adventures

Benevolent Dark Elves make great traveling companions, but they're often misunderstood. Malevolent Dark Elves are fantastic assassins, sorcerers, or mercenaries.

Powers

• Dark Elven Cunning. Dark Elves have powerful vision and hearing, receiving a +3 to Spot and Listen checks. Their range for these senses is twice that of a human and can see clearly even in complete darkness. They also possess a supernatural intuition about looming danger, getting a "bad feeling" when events could go sour.
• Veil of Shadow. Dark Elves gain a +5 to Hide checks when in dim light and shadows.