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The '''Ash Elves''' (''Zaurenai'') are a | The '''Ash Elves''' (''Zaurenai'') are a minor race of elves directly descended from the [[Sun Elves]] of [[Aurel]], a legendary civilization of High Elves renowned for its mastery of solar magic, radiant architecture, and celestial philosophy. Following the fall of Aurel, a portion of its survivors migrated to Alathra's volcanic regions and gradually adapted into what are now recognized as the Ash Elves—an independent elven culture defined by elemental resilience, ancestral preservation, and fire-bound tradition. | ||
Ash Elves are among the tallest of the elven | Ash Elves are among the tallest of the elven minor race, with complexions ranging from bronze to soot-grey, and features shaped by generations of life in geothermal environments. They are known for their architectural ingenuity in hostile climates, refined command of fire and solar magic, and ceremonial society built on memory and oath. | ||
Culturally, Ash Elves retain many Aurelian traits—discipline, artistry, and philosophical rigor—but with a greater emphasis on continuity and control. While other elves often become detached or apolitical with age, Ash Elves place deep importance on lineage, ritual, and the written memory. | Culturally, Ash Elves retain many Aurelian traits—discipline, artistry, and philosophical rigor—but with a greater emphasis on continuity and control. While other elves often become detached or apolitical with age, Ash Elves place deep importance on lineage, ritual, and the written memory. | ||
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* '''Eyes''': Commonly amber, gold, or ember-red in color; often described as luminous or heat-reflective. | * '''Eyes''': Commonly amber, gold, or ember-red in color; often described as luminous or heat-reflective. | ||
* '''Hair''': Varies from coal-black and copper to silver-white; it is often styled in ceremonial braids or adorned with metallic filaments. | * '''Hair''': Varies from coal-black and copper to silver-white; it is often styled in ceremonial braids or adorned with metallic filaments. | ||
* '''Height''': Taller and slimer on average than other elven | * '''Height''': Taller and slimer on average than other elven minor races, with upright, statuesque postures. | ||
== Culture == | == Culture == | ||