Dark Elves

## Drow

The Dark Elves, also known as "Drow" in the Elvannii tongue, are a sinister and malevolent race that typically serve the Shadow Lord and form a significant portion of his Horde military. They are known for their cruelty, cunning, and relentless pursuit of causing suffering and chaos.

## Origins and Creation

The Drow trace their origins back to a time when the High Elves were divided into six elemental temples, each dedicated to a different elemental god. The High Elves firmly believed that the only way to preserve the elemental symmetry that holds the world together, was to worship each god and feed them power, so each one remains strong. However, the High Elves were still learning maintaining symmetry, there were still a young race. They did not yet know that one's own body also had a symmetry to maintain as well, and thus, those who did not dedicate themselves to each god equally began to change and take on characteristics of their deity. Other sects of elves took on changes of their own, but this is how the Dark Elves were made over many years of dedicated worship to Zom, a Chaotic cosmic god of darkness.

As these elves delved deeper into their exclusive worship of Zom, their hearts, appearances, and behavior underwent a profound transformation. Their once fair skin became dark, their hair turned white as snow, and their eyes took on a deep crimson hue. This physical change marked their separation from the High Elves and the birth of a new race known as the Drow.

The influence of their devotion to the god of chaos had a profound impact on the Drow's behavior. Their previously harmonious and disciplined nature gave way to a sadistic and chaotic mindset. The Drow found pleasure in causing pain, suffering, and chaos, their once noble intentions twisted by the corrupting power of Zom's influence

## Society and Organization

Unlike other races that have a centralized military structure, the Drow do not possess a single standing army or nation. Instead, they are divided into various clans, kabals, and pirate groups, each led by their respective warmasters. While these groups may often be at odds with each other, they all ultimately pledge their allegiance to the Shadow Lord.

The Drow are notorious for their internal conflicts and lack of unity. Many of the clans and groups often fight amongst themselves, driven by their own personal ambitions and rivalries. However, when it comes to serving the Shadow Lord, they set aside their differences and work towards a common goal. Just like the High Elves, they carry an air of superiority and scorn for anyone and anything else but their gods and themselves, viewing other races as nothing but lesser "low-borns", also referred to as "Zakakai" in their ancient language. To them, anyone not born of Zom's hand is a waste of space.

The Drow, being a nomadic race, do not have a fixed homeland. However, they are commonly found dwelling in the dark and treacherous lands of Draxington. These lands, shrouded in perpetual darkness, provide the perfect environment for the Drow to thrive and carry out their malevolent activities.

In terms of fashion, the Drow have a distinct style that reflects their sinister nature. Their attire often consists of skimpy armor, designed to provide mobility and agility in battle. The armor is typically adorned with large, pointed, and brutal-looking pieces made of onyx, a dark and lustrous gemstone. This choice of materials serves to accentuate their menacing appearance and strike fear into the hearts of their enemies.

Drow society, somewhat like their High Elf brother and sisters, are a mostly matriarchal based society, but made even worse with it's dividing walls. Female drow typically filling roles of warriors and leaders, while males are regulated to breeders, slaves, and peons, and are generally treated as second class citizens. Drow Warmasters are the tribal clan leads of the different Drow Kabals, Pirate groups, and clans.

### Notable Dark Elf Clans

#### Moon Clan

Among the dark elf clans, the Moon Clan stands out as one of the most notable and powerful. They operate in secrecy, lurking in the shadows, and meticulously planning their actions. The Moon Clan's primary objective is to undermine and dismantle entire nations by infiltrating them with their dark agents. Their ability to blend in and remain undetected is their greatest asset, as they could be standing among unsuspecting individuals without anyone knowing their true identity. This air of mystery and uncertainty instills fear and paranoia in those who are aware of their existence.

#### Kabal of the Scarlet Moon

The Kabal of the Scarlet Moon is a sadistic group within the dark elf society. They boast the largest standing cult of fanatical zealots devoted to Zom. Known for their extreme devotion to chaos and suffering, the Kabal of the Scarlet Moon carries out ruthless raids on innocent villages, taking pleasure in torturing their prisoners to generate chaos and agony as an offering to their patron god. Their actions serve to further empower Zom and fuel their own sadistic desires.

#### Obsidian Raiders

The Obsidian Raiders are an infamous pirate raiding guild comprised of Drow. They command a fleet of menacing Dark Aethertech-powered airships, which they use to strike fear into the hearts of their targets. The Obsidian Raiders are known for their ruthlessness and brutality, plundering coastal settlements and engaging in acts of piracy. Their dark aethertech-infused weaponry and swift airships make them a formidable force to reckon with.

## Dark Aethertech and Soul Power

One of the distinctive features of the Drow is their mastery of dark Aethertech, a form of advanced technology infused and powered by souls aether, in lieu of normal elemental aether, in direct contrast to regular elven Aethertech. This technology is powered by the souls of their tortured victims, which are captured during battles and harnessed for their energy.

The Drow believe that a tortured soul is more potent and efficient when inserted into a dark aethertech reactor core. These cores serve as the power source for various devices such as weapons, armor, and machinery. The Drow use this dark aethertech to devastating effect, augmenting their combat capabilities and creating a sense of fear and dread among their enemies.

Dark Aethertech is usually black, and appeared twisted in it's design, as if it were corrupted. It possess a aether reactor core, just like normal aethertech, but this core will grow a terrible haunting green when filled with Soul Energy.

## Motivations and Hatred towards High Elves

The Drow harbor intense animosity towards the high elves, whom they believe betrayed them and allowed them to become cursed. They view the high elves' abandonment and rejection of their worship of Zom, a dark deity, as a grave betrayal. This betrayal, in turn, resulted in the Drow's transformation into a race devoid of love, compassion, and sanity. As such, they have waged a long standing civil war against the Dynasty for their alleged crimes, that as lasted for centuries. The Drow swear that the day will come once the Dynasty and it's royal families are made to pay for what they had done to them, while the Dynasty is doing their best to help their lost brethren, but to no avail, they are forced to combat the Drow against their will, with no end in sight.

Driven by their deep-seated resentment, the Drow take pleasure in causing pain, suffering, and chaos. They revel in the torment they inflict upon others, often toying with their prey before feeding off their anguish. This sadistic behavior serves as a tribute to Zom and the Shadow Lord, empowering them with the chaos and suffering they generate.

## Legacy and Influence

The presence of the Drow within the Shadow Lord's Horde has had a significant impact on the realm. Their relentless pursuit of chaos, their mastery of dark aethertech, and their fearsome reputation have made them a force to be reckoned with. The Drow's allegiance to the Shadow Lord ensures that they remain a formidable military power within his ranks.

However, their internal conflicts and lack of unity have also proven to be a weakness. The constant infighting and rivalries among the Drow clans can sometimes hinder their effectiveness and prevent them from fully realizing their potential. Nonetheless, their commitment to causing suffering and their mastery of dark aethertech make them a formidable and terrifying adversary.