Races

In Somber Elegy, there are more races than just humans. They share their world with various strange creatures, listed below. Besides this, there are also various monsters and creatures. But these are the main, dominant races of the world.

## List of Races

A race based on real life. They possess no magical qualities naturally; they can only gain magic through artificial means. They are intelligent, albeit misguided at times and have a very high quality of order. They think themselves above all other races.

**Enlightened:**
A half-True Enlightened, half-human species. They are highly magical beings, the most powerful spellcasters in the whole world. However, they are now extremely rare among the environments. The Enlightened Race were the first beings to walk on the planet. Though, for hundreds of thousands of years, the race would stagnate due to conflicts around the world. Enlightened went on to inhabit Aurelia roughly 2,000 years ago after the War of the Dark Ages. Though, recently Skye Hart went on and killed nearly every Enlightened. Making this race near extinct. Only a small handful of them exist in the world.

**Halfling:**
Halflings are a small race known for their resourcefulness, quick wits, and steady nerves. They are a nomadic folk who roam waterways and marshlands. No people travel farther or see more of what happens in the world than halflings. Though, halflings used to inhabit the whole continent of Harpeia.

**Darkfallen:**
A half decayed being that folk regret calling a species. Any species and any creature, including plants can become an 'Darkfallen' within the meanders that they are exposed to the infection long enough. Due to this, the race is highly diverse some are winged and some are more suited to an aquatic environment. There are many strains and variations of Darkfallen, making this race the most deadliest to ever walk on the planet.

**Skyborne:**
These creatures were the first hybrid creatures to embark on the planet. Now rare in number, an exteremely powerful race of humans gifted with dragon wings and flight, hence the name. Normal humans fear them, and try to destroy them, despite their generally peaceful nature. The Skyborne were forced to create avatars in order to blend in with the new society. They commonly hide their wings in their clothes. Up until the Dystopian Heretic War, the race used to get along with others, now they side with the Heretic Empire to punish those that have wronged them for years.

**Vampires:**
These are a minority race that have been hunted for many, many years. Though unlike the rumors say, Vampires are very peaceful and friendly towards humans. It wasn't until the Vampire Warlord, kidnapped and killed humans for fun that made them a target towards the Empires across the world. Today, vampires are close to extinction. Though they have managed to disguise themselves with others to avoid being killed.

**Fae:**
Fae used to inhabit the Aquanis Forest in Harpeia. Fae are a race of mythical beings that precede humanity. They have a strong presence in myths and legend all across Aurelia, where they are often viewed as beings of light and goodness, though sometimes as tricksters. However, the Fae in general have little interest in human affairs. Due to their beauty and brightness, they have been mistaken for Angels on several occasions. Though, during the War of the Dark Ages, the Fae were annihilated, they were presumed to be extinct for nearly 2,000 years. It wasn't until they were spotted once again, but only in very, very small numbers.

**Elves:**
Elves are seen as a ‘luminous’ group of people who are known to have fair complexions far more perfect than even the most beautiful human features. They are sometimes known as ‘the white people.’ It is thought that this is either a reference to their pure morality or, perhaps as a reference to their beauty and pale features. They rule over Harpeia along side humans and halflings. They used to reside in the forests in Harpeia, though they moved out of hiding to aid in the fight during the War of the Dark Ages. Ever since, the elves have allied themselves with the halflings, and humans with any further conflicts that may arise in the future.

**Giants:**
Giants used to rule Harpeia long before halflings inhabited the lands, Though not much is known about them, they have been presumed to be extinct. They have not been confirmed since some hikers and travelers claim to see giants roam across the land.

## Unclassified

Their is one last type of creature that remains unclassified due to its rarity and enigma. The Bonemen Race, are bony-plated, fair-haired, and have dark-colored eyes. They have voracious appetites. Their magical practices tend to focus on Earth Magic.