Tylwythálfar

### Distinctions

They have a deep connection with nature, more than other Elven ethnicities, this gives them deeper insight into the World Runes. They are incredibly agile. They have little to no body hair.

### Average Height

• Male: 4′7″-5′5″ (1.4-1.7 m)
• Female: 4′7″-5′5″ (1.4-1.7 m)

### Average Weight

• Male: 87-157 lb (39-71.2 kg)
• Female: 82-152 lb (37-68.9 kg)

## General Information

### Languages

• Gælion
• Bolgach
• Sótiran

### Religions

• Ciorcal Draoithe, they worship both the chaotic and peaceful aspects of the Druidic Pantheon.
• Outside of the Eonach Coillte, some have converted to the Church of Gaia.

### Average Lifespan

• Immortal (When near the Lothorewynn)
• 750 years (Outside of range from the Lothorewynn)

### Major Realms

• The majority live in the Kingdom of Glenwanfathan, not far from the Lothorewynn.
• Several tribes surrounding the Lothorewynn.

## Misc. Information

### Based On

Tylwyth Teg of Welsh Mythology

The **Tylwythálfar** are an ethnicity of **Álfari** and the protectors of the **Lothorewynn**, which is located located in the **Eonach Coillte**. They are deeply spiritual people and are known across western Helmos for their stalwart and noble nature.

## Description

The Tylwythálfar of the Eonach Coillte are known for their fair appearances, appearing beautiful in comparison to many. They often have pale skin, sometimes tanned, that can be adorned with tattoos symbolic of rituals or other sacred symbols in their pantheon worship; usually these are found covering their arms, body, or even face. Their hair is often red, copper, blond, black or brown in color but some of the Tylwythálfar tribes use various dyes made from lime water, woad or deer urine to paint their hairs white, blue or bright orange. Oftentimes, they also wear armbands made of gold, bronze or other lustrous metals as well as neck rings, finger rings, and ear rings.

### Combat

Tylwythálfar prefer to fight through ranged combat, with their skills as archers being the subject of legends to those outside of the Eonach Coillte. This makes them greatly desired for the few that live outside their woods for mercenary companies and even foreign armies as their insight can help train even the lowliest of retinues. Their main weapon of choice are strong and nimble Ironbark longbows, standing at nearly their own height, which provides incredible draw power against even armored opponents. When required, Tylwythálfar will also turn to melee through the use of long spears and falx swords made from **Galach Mors Bronze**, a sturdy and reliable material found in plentiful quantity in their woods. Warriors also use large, square shields made from Ironbark but fight usually with little armor save for a helmet of bronze and wood armor for their chest and legs. Glengwenfathan royals however fight with full armor sets of Galach Mors Bronze or other strong materials thanks to their wealth and affluence.

## History

### Mythic Era

Following the creation of the world from **Gaia**’s labours, life began to emerge across its surface in its waters and lands. To bring about life in such a manner was an arduous and taxing task, yet **Gaia** found the results wanting as she desired for a populous and vibrant world for her children to flourish upon. As the **Seed of Life** she had worked on so diligently with **Azaru** was not yet ready, she charged **Gweros** with the creation of those that would tend to the needs of the world and prepare it for the arrival of her children. Acting as stewards of the world above, Gweros began by shaping and creating the first **Álfari** and set them across the lands in various tribes. **Nidalgos**’ blessing came soon after to give them connection to magic and were soon gifted the **Great Saplings** to plant and grow.

As the young arbor grew, their roots sinking deep into the earth and sprouting life in its wake, so too did the lives of the Álfari, who would be given eternal life to maintain guard over these precious woods. In the millennia passing, the density of life exploded to bountiful quantities. Yet, it was wild and untamed and without order. Its nature required quelling, which was lacking as the Álfari lacked the capability to do so alone. And from this need of a counterpart, Gweros then molded the first **Dwezgaz** from rock and stone to tend to the needs of balance. And when the Álfari came to find their shorter siblings, much to Gweros’ surprise, they grew to cherish one another.

As time passed, the realms of Dwarves grew into the halls of stone in the mountains and hills of the world while the Elves remained in their woodlands; on eternal vigil to safeguard and tend to their sacred trees. The realms above and below worked in tandem and unity to steward the world in preparation for Gaia’s children without fault. It was then the first **Jötnar** arrived, seeking refuge, much to the ire of some of the dwarven and elvish realms. Although skeptical at first, the gods granted passage for the Giants to settle, and in turn become great players in the cultures of Gweros’ creations as well as in events to come.

For when the deity **Exedum** discovered the true nature of the gods, he was driven mad by the revelations set forth before him. It was then that Exedum would corrupt the Seed of Life and bring forth imperfect and flawed creations onto the world itself: the **Abraxi**, the **Brotund** and the **Hobare**. Realizing his treachery, Gaia waged war on the one she once called kin as he corrupted the mortals of the world and spread chaos across it. It was then that the armies of elves and dwarves were commanded by the **Primordial Dragons**, first of their kind and powerful creations of Azaru, to fight back against the corrupted beings of Exedum, who now went by the name **Nyarlaexedum**.

In the fighting that followed, Gaia and her allies prevailed as **Itaros** cast the Mad God into the Abyss and his creations followed suit. And as the war ended, the Gods watched from afar as the world healed; the dwarves and elves returned to stewarding the earth, and the Era of Peace fell upon the world.