Dae, Fae and Spirits

**Excerpts from "Dae, Fae, and Spirits" published in Pyrth, circa. 550 EE by Fulric of Blair.**

Notes and analysis by Daius the Scribe, Follower of Truth-

"Dae, Fae, and Spirits is one of the oldest texts in our Library's collection, which rivals that of Phidar and the New Royal Institute. It is known that Fulric of Blair was a thaumaturge and a novice author. Fulric uses 'Spirit' as a category for other beings, such as faeries and daemons. The earliest copy of Dae, Fae, and Spirits was believed to be handwritten by Fulric. The small, three page manuscript was then later copied by Fulric's supporters and hirees until it was printed at a later unknown date. It was one of the most common books you would find, rivaling important religious texts, and became an especially household name in Inner Lormeir. This copy has been condensed and simplified for modern reading by our scribes and sages. Many archaic idioms and rhetoric have been removed for ease and simplicity of less experienced readers, though the original meaning persists. Dae, Fae, and Spirits remains one of our foremost and prominent recordings of Inner Ennebrinian mythology. "

## Fae

#### Fae are woodland, nature, and trickster spirits. There are many types of Fae, such as pixies, gnomes, brownies, nymphs, and fauns. Though not all necessarily malevolent, Fae are known to be tricksters and are prone to impish and prankish behavior, but also can be staunch protectors of their glades and rivers.

It is crucial to know that the best way to avoid the ire of the Fae is to avoid instigation. Do not cut down Thorn Trees for lumber or firewood.Avoid disturbing Fae rings and Fae Stones. Remember is to avoid disturbing known Faerie Wood. Speak softly or not all of the Queen of Fae.

Dealing with Faeries can be a difficult ordeal. You don't always have to take warding measures. Depending on the type of Fae, they may be appeased by gifts. For nymphs and pixies and the like, try treats like honey, candied walnuts, and sweet tarts. If these are not available, try milk, bread, or butter. For gnomes and satyrs and the like, try fresh ale and sweetened mead. Leave these where the Faeries are likely to find them, like Fae rings, Brownie shacks, and Forest altars. Some Fae also adore saffron. If this does not work, other methods must be used. Fae can be pests, but also they can act with wicked intent.

## Dae

Daeare assorted spirits of various origin and intent. They are not always evil and impure, despite what the Priests of Hafark would want you to believe. Dae can manifest in various ways. Strong emotions such as greed, anger, and lust can lead to a Daemon being evoked. Dae can also bonds to specific element of nature or significant things, similarly to Fae. They are quite mysterious, even to me. Cold iron may be used to ward against them, but they are powerful and enigmatic.

1. ↑ Otherwise known as, Fey, Fay, and Fairfolk.
2. ↑ Archaic term for the Hawthorn tree, found in Inner and Northern Ennebrin, believed to have originated from Dalmar.
3. ↑ Otherwise known as Demons, though the term "Demon" is used differently in both V’oneric and D’voneric texts.
4. ↑ The meaning of this is debated by fellow Followers of Truth. Fulric is unclear.