Homebrew Elf (Rackham) Species Details

The elves appeared in the western forests of the continent, long after the other races had dashed in the conquest of Aarklash.  Even the elves ignore where they came from and why their existence is inextricably connected to the forest of Quithayran.  The closer an elf is to the heart of the Eternal Forest, the longer his expectancy and the better his body defends itself from the outside attacks.

The presence of the Fayes, the spirits of nature live in Quithayran, seems to have the same effect on the “Maalivate”, those who have left” who live far from the cradle of their race.  Except some typical racial features, such as a more slender silhouette and longer ears, the elves look pretty much like humans.  Union with the latter is fertile and gives birth to the half-elves.

The elves have paid heavy tribute to History; their race is no more one people, but three: Akkyshan, Cynwall, and Daikinee.  Besides culture, these factions distinguish themselves from the others by minor morphological differences.

Destiny

Daikinees form the original stem of the elven race.  They live closest to the forest of Quithayran and still follow a sylvan existence.  Many of them maintain a symbiosis with animals or plants, which feed from the Elves’ bodies, strengthen or protect them.  The Daikinee women suffer from the curse cast by Scaelin, the matriarch of the Akkyshan: they die shortly after giving birth to the fruit of their first union with a male Daikinee.

Light

The elves of the Cynwall origin are a little taller and stronger than their fellow creatures, but live far from the heart of Quithayran.  They do not feel fear of heights.

Darkness

Akkyshans are often capable of seeing in the dark without any trouble.  Some rare warriors received the blessing of their goddess, Lilith, and were blessed with arachnid features: additional members, strength and overdeveloped reflexes, etc.

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Whatever their origin, the elves are bound to the history of Cadwallon.  Some people believe the city to be cursed, others want to conquer it and yet all remember that it was at the center of attention in ancient times.  If most forgot the reasons of these legends or the motivation of their leader, every elf knows that the Free City hides a terrible secret deep inside.

Elf (Rackham) Traits

Your elf character has a variety of natural abilities, the result of thousands of years of elven refinement.

Ability Score Increase

Your Dexterity score increases by 2, and your Charisma increases by 1.

Age

Although elves reach physical maturity at about the same age as humans, the elven understanding of adulthood goes beyond physical growth to encompass worldly experience. An elf typically lives between 60-120 years.

Alignment

Elves can range quite a bit in their alignment, depending on the culture from which they come.

Languages

You can speak, read, and write Common, Elvish, and one extra language of your choice.

Size

Elves are about the same height as humans, but have more slender builds. Your size is Medium.

Speed

Your base walking speed is 30 feet.

Fey Ancestry

You have advantage on saving throws against being charmed, and magic can’t put you to sleep.

Mesmerizing Presence

Your Elven lineage has given you physical attributes that are considered exotic to the inhabitants of Aarklash. You gain proficiency in Persuasion.

Skill Versatility

You gain proficiency in two skills of your choice.