Elves

In Norse mythology, Dökkálfar ("Dark Elves") and Ljósálfar ("Light Elves") are two contrasting types of elves; the dark elves dwell within the earth and have a dark complexion, while the light elves live in Álfheimr.
Their emoji is "🧝‍♂️", because they're elves, so we used the elf emoji.
== Biology ==
=== Ljósálfar ===
==== Appearance ====
Ljósálfar are the stereotypical kind of elf, who look very similar to humans but have a few non-human traits with the most stereotypical being their minimally pointed ears. Beyond this, they have pupils that are strangely reflective, like a cat’s, and their veins are more green than blue underneath semi-translucent skin. They are often tall, with skin "fairer than the sun to look at", and their natural body odor smells like pine needles and wood smoke. They need constant sunlight, like in Alfheim. Without it, they grow tired and will eventually fade away and die.
==== Aging ====
Ljosalfar are a long-lived species, reaching their equivalent to human adulthood at a similar rate to humans, albeit slightly extended, and being capable of living, on average, to around 700 years old. Once reaching full maturity at 25 years old, their aging will seem to halt until they are well over 500 years old. Most Ljosalfar remain healthy and lively up until their death.
=== Dökkálfar ===
== Culture ==
=== Ljósálfar ===
Ljósálfar are the more noble variety of elves, hailing from the eternally sunny realm of Alfheimr. They are a particularly noble species, that think they are better than everyone else, especially each other. They have a low tolerance for anything that is not viewed as "perfect"; music, art, appearances, and even their own children. Many Ljósálfar parents will deny their "imperfect" children exist or have differences, neglect them, and even disown them and shun them. The Ljósálfar call the sky "The Fair-Roof". They are the patrons of the Vanir, particularly the lord of their realm: Freyr.
Many Ljósálfar have become much like the normal humans of Midgard, losing connection to the other realms. They were once practiced in Alf Seidr and were skilled archers. Nowadays, most elves spend their time watching "funny pixie videos". Many Ljósálfar also believe Midgard is a myth; they think humans still wear tights and live in medieval castles. Very few Ljósálfar practice the traditional arts of their people, instead choosing to revel in the luxury of country clubs and flaunt their generational wealth.
=== Dökkálfar ===
== Powers ==
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