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Returning 35 results for 'elves'.
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Storm King's Thunder
Elves A band of 3d6 wood elves offers to escort the party through the forest, steering the characters around the elves’ hidden settlements. If they accept the offer, the characters have no hostile
encounters while passing through the forest. If the characters refuse, the elves offer no further assistance and disappear into the woods. The elves use the scout statistics, with the following changes
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Sword Coast Adventurer’s Guide
Elves Skilled in both magic and warfare, the Tel’Quessir — “the People,” as they call themselves — came to Faerûn ages ago, building vast and powerful empires long before the rise of humans. The days
of the great elven nations are now long past, and many elves have withdrawn from the world into isolated sylvan realms, or set sail across the Trackless Sea to the isle of Evermeet. Unlike dwarves
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Storm King's Thunder
Elves Sun elves and moon elves, like dwarves, live among humans in settlements throughout the North, particularly in Silverymoon. The elven kingdoms of old are distant memories even to elves, and
only a few ancient ruins and relics of these kingdoms survive. Wood elves are known to haunt the forests of the North, the High Forest in particular, but they are dangerous and xenophobic.
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Dragonlance: Shadow of the Dragon Queen
Elves Several distinct elven cultures inhabit Ansalon, including the Qualinesti and Silvanesti high elves, the Kagonesti wood elves, and the Dargonesti and Dimernesti sea elves. Over two thousand
years ago, the Kinslayer War divided the high elves of Ansalon into two groups, Silvanesti in the east and Qualinesti in the west. Through the intervening millennia, neither group has sought
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Lorwyn: First Light
Elves LORENZO MASTROIANNI An Elf from Lorwyn Elves in the realm of Lorwyn-Shadowmoor possess black, pupilless eyes; curved horns; legs that end in cloven hooves; and pointed ears. The elves of
Lorwyn exhibit stark differences physically as well as culturally from their Shadowmoor counterparts. In Lorwyn The horns of Lorwyn elves are stubby like a goat’s or curved like a ram’s, but always ridged
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Eberron: Rising from the Last War
Elves Put up your swords and talk of peace, or hide behind your walls of stone. When the host of Valenar thunders forth, neither will save you.
— Shaeras Vadallia, High King of Valenar
Tens of
thousands of years ago, the elves of the distant continent of Xen’drik rose up against the giants who ruled over them. This rebellion is the defining event in elf history. As the ancient war progressed
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Wayfinder's Guide to Eberron
Elves Caerys held her double blade in the falcon guard, level with her shoulders and spreading out like wings. “I came in search of legends. Ten thousand years ago Daealyth of Taeri stood this
thousands of years ago, the elves rose up against the giants who ruled that land. Ultimately, the elves fled from Xen’drik and settled the island nation of Aerenal. There they split into two distinct cultures
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Mordenkainen's Tome of Foes
Elder Elves At some point during adulthood, the reverie of an elf’s trance is first interrupted by a new form of unbidden thought. This seemingly errant memory arises not from the elf’s personal
in this life and keep them separate from the ever-increasing number of other-life memories that are resurfacing. Most elves undergo this experience in their third or fourth century. Elves who led
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Sword Coast Adventurer’s Guide
Moon Elves Also called silver elves, or Teu’Tel’Quessir, moon elves are more tolerant and adventurous than elves of other sorts. In ancient times, the dissolution of their empires dispersed moon
elves among other races, and since then they have traditionally gotten along well with their non-elf neighbors. They mingle with other people while their kin remain in hidden settlements and secluded
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Sword Coast Adventurer’s Guide
Wood Elves Also called copper elves, or Sy’Tel’Quessir, wood elves are the most common elves remaining in Faerûn. Their ancestors left behind the strife of the Crown Wars millennia ago to found
strongholds and settlements deep in the forests. Today, most wood elves stand guard over the ruins of the past, believing it their duty to preserve their fallen glory as an object lesson of the dangers of
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Sword Coast Adventurer’s Guide
Sun Elves Sun elves, also known as gold elves, or Ar’Tel’Quessir, have a reputation for being arrogant and self-important. Many of them believe they are Corellon’s chosen people and that other races
— even other elves — are subordinate to them in skill, significance, and sophistication. They claim the title of “high elves” with pride, and indeed their race is responsible for great, and sometimes
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Sword Coast Adventurer’s Guide
Half-Elves An elf who looks upon a half-elf sees a human, and a human who beholds the same person sees an elf. Though this characterization is simplistic, it gets to the heart of what it means to be
a half-elf in Faerûn. To elves who have an extreme viewpoint on the matter, half-elves are emblematic of the decline of elven civilization, a dilution of the race’s heritage and culture that will lead
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Eberron: Rising from the Last War
Half-Elves I’m not half anything. You humans come from Sarlona. Elves are from Aerenal. Me? I’m a true child of Khorvaire.
— Nandon Tam, Khoravar activist
From the Towering Woods of the Eldeen
Reaches to the slums of Sharn, half-elves are found across Khorvaire. New half-elves are born in every generation from pairings between humans, elves, and other half-elves, with children typically
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Spelljammer: Adventures in Space->Boo’s Astral Menagerie
Astral Elves Long ago, some elves ventured to the Astral Plane to be closer to their gods. There, they ceased to age and could exist indefinitely without sustenance. Astral elves were among the
first creatures to dwell in the Silver Void. As other explorers have reached for the stars, astral elves have had to reckon with violent neighbors and strange visitors. Over the eons, astral elves have
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Wayfinder's Guide to Eberron
Half-Elves “I’m not ‘half’ anything. You humans come from Sarlona. The elves are from Aerenal. Me? I’m a true child of Khorvaire.”
—Nandon Tam, Khoravar activist
Half-elves are spread across
Khorvaire, from the Towering Woods of the Eldeen Reaches to the slums of Sharn. New half-elves are born in every generation as a result of pairings between humans, elves, and half-elves, and these
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Monster Manual (2014)
Elves: Drow Tens of thousands of years ago, the elves were divided, with those of benevolent disposition battling those that were selfish and cruel. The war among elvenkind ended when the good elves
banished their malevolent kin to the subterranean depths. Here, in the lightless caverns and endless warrens of twisting passages, the dark elves — the drow — found refuge. They also found leadership
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Mordenkainen's Tome of Foes
Elves and Magic Magic infuses the elves’ world. Even so, they aren’t born with an innate understanding of magic. To master spellcasting, an elf must devote years of study and practice to it, the same
as most folk. But from the moment they’re born, elves are surrounded by a culture, a philosophy, and an artistic style that incorporates and subtly reveals the mysteries of magic to someone who is receptive to the message — which elves certainly are.
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Sword Coast Adventurer’s Guide
Dark Elves (Drow) The drow are descended from the dark elves who retreated into the Underdark after the Crown Wars. They are infamous for their cruelty, evilness, and drive to dominate. For much of
name of their demon-goddess. Almost always, dark elves who reject the ways of their people are exiled, or executed for being rebels, heretics, and insurrectionists who have turned against drow culture
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Mordenkainen's Tome of Foes
Chapter 2: Elves The most ancient tales speak of elves as the children of the god Corellon. Unlike many similar myths involving other races, these tales are true. Elves are all descended from a
deity, and their origin led to a tragedy that shapes their culture to this day. The gulf between the elves and Corellon, and the split between Corellon and Lolth, arose from the same transgression. That
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Wayfinder's Guide to Eberron
Elves of Khorvaire Throughout history, elves have occasionally immigrated to Khorvaire—some by choice, some through exile. Many of the finest wizards in the Five Nations are high elves, along with
renowned artisans. Wood elves are found among the rangers and druids of the Eldeen Reaches, though you could just as easily be a wood elf who hunts in the darkest alleys of Sharn. Subrace is a matter of
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Wayfinder's Guide to Eberron
Elves and Dragonmarks The elven houses of Phiarlan and Thuranni carry the Mark of Shadow. They control the business of espionage throughout Khorvaire, but they also operate more legitimate businesses
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Wayfinder's Guide to Eberron
Elves of Aerenal Aerenal is ruled by the Undying Court, a council of undead elves sustained by positive energy. The Undying Court wields godlike power and has protected your island home for thousands
physically similar but culturally distinct. Aereni are typically high elves, while Valenar are usually wood elves; but both of these subraces are options in these cultures. The Aereni place greater
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Eberron: Rising from the Last War
Elves and Dragonmarks The Mark of Shadow first appeared among the elves of the Phiarlan line, and the house quickly turned the mark’s powers of shadow and illusion into an economic dynasty. The
throughout Khorvaire, but they also operate more legitimate ventures related to art and entertainment. Phiarlan blood still runs among some of the Aereni elves, and the Mark of Shadow appears once or twice in
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Eberron: Rising from the Last War
Wood Elves: The Tairnadal Tairnadal Elf in Vulkoori Armor Tairnadal elves dedicate themselves to the arts of war. The greatest heroes of the Tairnadal’s many wars — against giants, dragons, and the
weapon of Valenar elves. A haft of fine wood supports a long, curving blade on either end. Forged with techniques honed over centuries, these blades are strong, sharp, and remarkably light. Each
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Eberron: Rising from the Last War
Half-Elves and Dragonmarks Two dragonmarks appear among half-elf families: the Mark of Detection is found in House Medani and the Mark of Storm in House Lyrandar. Both houses were established
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Spelljammer: Adventures in Space->Light of Xaryxis
When Elves Attack The characters have time to take a short rest before trouble catches up to them and Captain Sartell presses them into service. At the end of the characters’ short rest, read: The
the crystalline vines that ravaged your world. You can just make out figures on the other vessel’s deck scrambling to arm the ship’s mangonel.
“Astral elves,” curses Captain Sartell, “and they don’t
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Eberron: Rising from the Last War
High Elves: The Aereni Aereni Elf with a Symbol
of the Undying Court For thousands of years, the island nation of Aerenal has been ruled and protected by the godlike power of the Undying Court, a
council of undead high elves. The greatest heroes of the Aereni join the Undying Court after death, joining their heroic ancestors in immortality. The Aereni are isolationists who have little interest
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Wayfinder's Guide to Eberron
Elves of Valenar Your people are dedicated to the arts of war. Millenia ago, your ancestors fought an epic war against mighty giants. When they came to Khorvaire, they battled the champions of the
actions of a rival? Valenar Double Scimitar The double scimitar is the signature weapon of Valenar elves. A haft of fine wood supports a long blade on either end. Forged with techniques honed over
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Eberron: Rising from the Last War
Elves of the Five Nations Throughout history, elves have occasionally migrated to live among the other peoples of Khorvaire. On rare occasions, entire families have relocated (as House Phiarlan did
high elves. Wood elves are found among the rangers and druids of the Eldeen Reaches and stalking the darkest alleys of Sharn. As an elf born and raised in Khorvaire, your character has grown up among the
Spells
Player’s Handbook
feet of it takes an action to shake it out of the spell’s effect.
Creatures that don’t sleep, such as elves, or that have Immunity to the Exhaustion condition automatically succeed on saves against this spell.
Equipment
The double-bladed scimitar is the signature weapon of Valenar elves. A haft of fine wood supports a long, curving blade on either end. Forged with techniques honed over centuries, these blades are
Classes
Player’s Handbook
Preserve Life and Light in the World
The Oath of the Ancients is as old as the first elves. Paladins who swear this oath cherish the light; they love the beautiful and life-giving things of the
Magic Items
Dungeon Master’s Guide
Long ago, in the Dragonlance setting, elves and humans waged a terrible war against chromatic dragons. When the world seemed doomed, the wizards of the Towers of High Sorcery came together and forged
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Sage Advice & Errata
When Elves Attack (pp. 13–15) The hadozee shipmates have been replaced with plasmoid explorers.
Magic Items
Dungeon Master’s Guide
Of all the magic items created by elves, one of the most prized and jealously guarded is a Moonblade. In ancient times, nearly all elven noble houses claimed one such weapon. Over the centuries, some