Races of Aetherheart

This page lists all of the races and subraces found in Aetherheart.

## Human

Humans (or men) are a proud race that are rumored to come from a far-away land. Humans are 5'6" to 6' in height, and usually weigh 130-200 pounds. Humans are the most "normal" race, being strong, intelligent, and dexterous, but do not specialize in any one attribute. There are two major subraces of humans:

### Mainland Humans

Mainland Humans (or Aetherfolk) are the most balanced race. They are also the most common type of human, and most humans are assumed to be Mainland Humans unless proven otherwise. Their skin is fair but can vary in tone depending on where they live. Their hair and eyes can be a multitude of different colors. They are most adept at combat, and newborns have a small chance of becoming magic users, much like most human races. Their life expectancy is about 70 years. This race is most commonly found in The Haven, and they make up most of the population there as well. Like Elves, their patron deity is Serena, the Goddess of Peace and Order.

### Reachmen

Reachmen are native to the Far Reaches. Not much is known about this subraces other than they have darker skin, hair, and eyes. Reachmen are more savage than normal humans, but also more physically adept than normal humans. Reachmen are a very prideful people, and value strong family and clan bonds. They are often mistaken for Wood Elves due to similarities in body shape and cultural habits. Their patron deity differs depending on the clan, and most clans worship lesser gods.

### Sunderfolk

Not much is known about the mysterious Sunderfolk other than they come from the far away land of Sunderarrow. Sunderfolk are shorter and more enigmatic than mainland humans, and are rumored to have sharper senses than most races. Sunderfolk have only invaded Aetherheart on one occasion: the Battle of Port Bato during the Ixxis War. There are very few Sunderfolk that live in the Haven and Ehijan. They are rumored to have a longer life expectancy (rivaling Elves). Their patron deity is unknown.

## Elf

Elves are an ancient race that were born as a gift from the goddess Serena. Elves are fairly short, 5' to 5'6" in height, and weigh around 90-130 pounds. Elves are the most varied race, and are most numerous in The Haven and Far Reaches. Compared to humans, they have more slender bodies, sharper senses, and have a natural affinity for magic. Unlike humans, most elves have magic capability without a birth defect, however, they have much more control over their magical ability and do not need training from the Wizard's School. There are many Elven subraces that are similar, but have subtle differences. All elves worship Serena as their patron deity.

### Civilized Elves

Like Mainland Humans, Civilized Elves (or High Elves) are the most balanced race of Elves. They aren't, however, the most common type. Civilized Elves have a bright, radiant skin tone, and have sharp, colorful eyes. They are adept at combat and magic, and often use both in tandem. They are most commonly found in the great cities of The Haven. Their life expectancy is around 250 years.

### Wood Elves

Wood elves are a wild, uncivilized subrace of Elves. They are rumored to be the oldest race in Aetherheart besides the Ixxis. Their skin tones range from light brown to dark brown, and they have jet black eyes. They are the lightest of all Elf subraces, and prefer ranged weaponry to compensate for their weak physical strength. Wood elves are extremely numerous in the Far Reaches, and group together in clans. They prey upon wild animals and passing adventurers for food and equipment. They are the least likely subrace of Elves to use magic, and their life expectancy is around 200 years.