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History
The High Elves originally hailed
from Tunaria, before their home there was destroyed in anger by Solusek Ro. He
burned their city and the surrounding woodlands to the ground and all that
remains is a barren desert and dry, grassy plains. Many areas of which are
populated by the charred, animated remains of the previous inhabitants, who died
in the fire or in isolation some time after. Their old Elven home has since seen
many others arrive and claim it and is now known as Antonica, the memory of
Tunaria lost under the sand and toil of Human civilisation.
The once united Elves were forced
to abandon Tunaria, unable or unwilling to rebuild on the shattered remains of
their homeland. The Elves fled across the ocean to the newly discovered Faydwer
and those who chose to try and recreate their society built the beautiful,
marble city of Felwithe. As much as they could they retained the structure of
their previous lifestyles and still study the Arcane from the ancient scrolls
and texts brought with them or recovered. Those who still reside in Felwithe are
now known as the High Elves and through the ages have kept the pale skin and
fair hair of the first Elves of Tunare. They are slightly taller than their Wood
Elf cousins but are weaker and less adept at physical pursuits.
High Elves still follow the
teachings of old, their culture and beliefs have been affected very little by
the limited social interaction they allow, with the other races. It is unheard
of for Clerics or Paladins to not worship Tunare and only a few, mainly those
who concentrate on their magical abilities follow other deities. While Wood
Elves are tolerant and welcoming, the High Elves believe only the older and more
accomplished races worthy of their presence. They have a particular dislike for
the harsh attitudes of Barbarians and Dwarves, finding them primitive and
uncivilised. They are endured for the benefit of the fragile alliance of the
Faydwer but High Elves won't expend any energy in assisting them unless it is
specifically requested.
High Elves believe they are the
most advanced and civilised race on Norrath and expect to be addressed with
respect and humility. It is difficult to become friends with a High Elf as they
rarely allow any other than their own kind beyond the walls of their pride and
societal rules. This isn't to say High Elves will not co-operate and interact
with others, as they will happily spend time assisting the 'lesser' races; but
they will only allow that interaction on their own conditions and accepted
terms. High Elves consider they are the nobility of the Elven Races and all, not
just other Elves are to act accordingly. The wise accept this, realising the
help and advice the High Elves can provide is far greater than any loss of pride
or status they may suffer in their dealings.
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