The Dark Elves (Drow)

Historical Characteristics of the Drow Elves

At the beginning of elven history, the Ssri-tel-quessir (Drow) race were the most advantageous of the elven breed. They made up the strongest of nations and held much power over the rest of the elven clan. In spite of their success and influence, their innate characteristics of jealousy and their inclination to cruelty had led them to wage wars against other races to obtain total domination.

However, their many attempts were all defeated. This was when they pledged allegiance to Lolth the Spider Queen and was granted by the dark Lord extraordinary magical powers in return for their loyalty. This marked the beginning of the continuous cataclysm over other elven dominions compelled by the Ssri-tel-quessir.

As a result of their disloyalty to Corellon, the Ssri-tel-quessir were cursed and banished into the Underdark where they became known as “Dhaeraow” (Drow) which in elven language means “traitor”.

Subsequent to their out casting, the drow began existing more barbarously, living as drifters, scavengers and savages. Through the order of the dark queen, the Ssri-tel-quessir organized themselves into colonies and in time, they had set up numerous brilliantly terrifying communities with powerful armies.

The Drow race has since had their influence spread wide over to the outside plane taking over neglected elven dwellings and pursuing their age old ambition of total domination.

Outlook

The Drow populations in general are vicious, disparaging, and perfidious beings. They are hateful and envious and long for superiority over other races. They are spiteful and deceitful even when dealing with their own kind. They comprehend not the benefits of trusting bonds and are therefore incapable of love.

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The Reverie

..or Revery, is a trancelike state that most adult elves engage in either once or twice a day instead of sleeping. In this state, the body, mind, soul and spirit are rejuvenated. This type of meditation usually lasts for 3 to 4 hours. The lack of engagement with the Reverie can affect the mental sharpness of adult elves.

Historical Characteristics of the Elven Race

Elves do not have facial hair like humans, and bald elves (unless they shaved their heads) are almost non-existent.

Their staple food are usually fruits, vegetables, fungi, and various plant products. They do sometimes enjoy meat and fish (if it's fresh) and animal products such as milk, cheese, and eggs.

They mostly only drink water or wine.

Elves love things in life that last and are enduring, like themselves.

Stories - particularly epic yarns and sagas - music, poetry, lasting art, dance, gems and jewelry, and especially magic are highly prized, while short term gains are often thought of as foolish - and those who have them are thought equally foolish or immature and short sighted.

The connection they have with nature prevents them from abusing or over harvesting it due to greed. Many settlements are nomadic and they always leave the land better than they found it.

Elves are known to be excellent craftsmen, and excel in woodworking arts, and also in the manufacturing of rope, and valuable metals like silver, gold, and mithral.

Clothing, weapons and tools are bejeweled colorfully and always boast a sense of elegance and practicality.

Adult elves do not sleep unless hurt or wounded, instead they engage in a trancelike meditation - called the Reverie.

Interview With an Elven Queen

Jayded Slade is the Queen of the Elissidrin Elves in the Realm of Terabithia.

1. Why did you choose an elven personality in SL? What was the main influence and if any, other influences that helped with your choice?

Elves are peaceful, intellegent, and do not have to use force to get their way. They are gentle, long lived, and fasanatting in their beliefs. I chose in elf because of these traits.

2. How long have you role-played as an elf, and how long as the elven queen?

I have been Role playing and Elf for about a year, and have just recently in the past couple of weeks been playing Queen.

3. How did you come about becoming the elven queen?

ICly (in character) the former Queen was killed (had to leave for RL reasons) the council saw me fit to be the next Queen hopefully from my Role Playign capabilites, as well at my level headed nature.

4. What is your duty as an elven queen?

The easist of the roles is to invite new Elves to the city, I also make important decisions such as whom to form alliaces with, and what the best way to go about doing this would be, and I also make sure that our allies get the help they need when they need it. I also have a council that helps me with such decisions as going to war, ultamitly i make the final decision. Other then those things I also plan events such as Balls.

5. Are you queen to all elf races in Terabithia?

I am Queen to all Elf races excluding the Drow (dark elves) They have what is called a Patron.

6. What other positions are there for elves? (Besides the queen)

There are the Pirinces, and Princesses, 2nd in command, Protectors, as well as the Elven Council, The Royal Advisor, The Royal Guards, Commanders, Warriors, Healers, Champions, Rangers, Mages, and other minor roles

7. What are other realms in which there is active elf role-playing?

There are many other sims such as Eternia, Valharia, Keeper's Dale, and the sorts, thou none of them cross into the Realm of Terabithia, heach Sim is its own story.

8. What kind of activities do other elves engage in while role-playing? Daily activities?

They Role Play with others doing things such as combat, healing, or magic, some times there are weddings, rutuals, dances, meetings and the sorts.

9. Are there Wars that occur, if so, how often and against whom? Drow?

There are wars that occur, and approxamitly 70% of our wars occur against the Drow.

10. What are the rules of role-playing as an elf?

Mainly to follow the guildlines that i will attach here.

11. How many hours do you spend as an elf in SL a day/week?

roughly 30 hours a week if i am not busy.

12. Approximately how many elves are active role-players in the realm of your reign?

Active players are around 80.

13. What language is used for role-play? English? Are there other languages used?

We use Common (english) and then each race has their own language, for examples the elves speak "Elissidrin"

14. Do you know roughly the age range of participants/role players?

It Varies widly, But i have seen from the ages of 18 to the 47

Elf Role-Play

Guidelines in Role-playing an Elf

· The most significant feature of elves is longevity and this influences every aspect of elven characteristics. Elves either decide on their own death, usually when they are wearied of the world, or die a brutal death brought upon by an enemy.

· Elves avoid befriending members of other races with shorter lifespan and this can make them seem distant at times.

· One of the elven best qualities is their undying patience this characteristic molds all aspects of their life.

· Elves are not easily provoked and would rather enjoy the luxury of their longer lifespan waiting for enemies to die of old age than having a confrontation. Violence is usually the last option.

· Elves are not destructive creatures. They appreciate and understand the works of nature and work to maintain harmony as opposed to other races’ fight to gain control and domination.

· Elves are comparatively more nocturnal than other creatures, having perfect vision under starlight. They have special connections to the stars, the moon, and the sea. They also have the ability to predict weather patterns and this makes them dependable sailors.

· Elves are known for their persistence in gathering knowledge. It’s what they are best at. They do not act on a matter unless they are completely satisfied they know everything there is to know and therefore rarely act prematurely.

· Elves believe in the shared importance of all races regardless of their flaws. They are not snobs and are not racial elitists but do grieve over the destructive nature of the shorter-lived races, and they tend to have more accumulated knowledge and experience, which can make them seem aloof.

· Elves tend to be more licentious in mating and have less moral distress than other breeds where ephemeral relationships are concerned.

· Finding a soulmate for elves is not easy and can usually take a lifetime. However, once there is recognition between two elves, the bond created is said to be stronger than those of typical marriages. The breaking of this bond is most unlikely and almost unheard of.

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