Dark Elves

It is unclear whether this is a race apart from mainstream Elves or whether some ancient cataclysm separated them many generations ago. Scholars have debated if the term ‘Dark’ is a misnomer and if they are more truly named ‘ones cast from the light.’ Certainly the respect for nature prevalent amongst many Elves is most notably absent. Few have visited their cities, but those who do return speak of fantastic architecture that embodies hidden darkness. Generally Dark Elves live in deep underground complexes – many of which are ruled by strict matriarchal societies – and have developed midnight black skin and shockingly white hair. Some few others have found similarly isolated and secluded places on the surface and have developed physical differences to their underground brethren, with the exception of the pointed ears common to all Elvenkind. Scholars debate as to whether this race should be classed as ‘evil’ in their disregard for all others, however it is more likely that their obscure past and peculiar culture make their perception of reality truly different to that of surface dwellers.