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About the Fae May 2, 2010 15:27:59 GMT -8

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Post by Litharia on May 2, 2010 15:27:59 GMT -8

The Book of Fae

Government

1. All fae are taught to understand the balance of Litharia and all life.
2. The fae are ruled by a fairy princess, who presides over the High Council. This council is made up of one representative from each species. They each choose their own apprentices to take over when they are gone. If there is no apprentice when the representative dies, that species will vote for one.
3. The keeper of the scrolls (high elf), master musician (high muse), and master of the beasts (high changeling), all share the second in command position to the fairy princess.
4. Lawbreakers are banished from the forest and the Mound forever.
5. All decisions regarding the species are voted on by the council, though the fairy princess has the final say. If the vote is unanimous, however, the fairy princess must go with the council’s decision.
6. The fairy princess can be voted out of office if the decision is unanimous amongst the high council. A new fairy princess should be reinstated immediately.
7. There is no money among the fae. Everything is traded, favors given for free are extraordinarily rare. The exception to this is in the Mound, where everything is given for free…in exchange for shelter and safety provided by the council.
8. Fae are never forced into anything. They do not keep slaves.

Spirituality

1. The fae do not worship a patron god or goddess. Instead, they celebrate them all equally.
2. Life and death are sacred to the fae as an integral part of the balance. They do not kill without reason and they do not create life unless they are able to care for it.
3. The changing of seasons are sacred to the fae.
4. Every fae is connected to Litharia. They can feel it dying like a physical ache in their chests. Fairies feel it the worst.
5. All living things are considered equal. Humans and shapeshifters have subconsciously become an exception to this.
6. All fae are taught patience. When they awaken (at fifty posts), they must undergo some sort of trial. Examples may include watching a flower bloom, counting the stars, singing the song of the river, or observing the life of a fire.
7. Magic is sacred to the fae as it is their life force. They guard it jealously and only use it during times of real need.
8. Every fae is permitted to connect to the gods and to nature on their own terms. There are no priests or priestesses.

Culture

1. Clothing is optional. There is no shame in one’s natural body.
2. Cloth made by crafter muses is highly sought after; it is the most beautiful cloth in the world as it is magically woven from spider silk. It is often see-through, though there are some forms of it that are not.
3. Physical contact is extremely natural between all fae. It is a sign of comfort and warmth. Sexual activities are not frowned upon.
4. Most fae are bisexual.
5. Fae are known to be party animals. They love dancing, music, bright colors, and alcohol.
6. Fae do not keep pets, though some may have animal companions. However, fae cannot speak any animal language without an ability that allows them to.
7. Many fae do not sleep well if they have to sleep alone. This is why a great number of fae prefer the community of living in the Mound.
8. Most fae are whimsical and their moods can change faster than a hummingbird can flap its wings.

Biology

1. All fae have pointed ears.
2. Fae are directly connected to their magic; to overuse their energy is to die.
3. Iron is poisonous to them. It drains their energy just by being close to them. Physical contact burns their flesh.
4. All fae come into existence knowing their True Name. Anyone who is given knowledge of this name has complete control over the fae. To disobey a command given using that name means death.
5. The fae cannot tell a lie. This also means they are unable to break their word. Breaking their word will result in death.
6. Fae are able to summon a glamour to make them look “normal” to whomever they are around. Only someone with the ability to see through illusions can see it. The fae have no control over how they are perceived. It is simply what would make the most sense to the observer. This can be dangerous in crowded areas as different people are likely to see different things.
7. If a human enters the Mound and partakes of fae food or drink, that human will become fae (pm an admin for details). Any other non-fae would simply go stark raving mad. A non-fae cannot exit the Mound without help from a fae.
8. Fae eyes are large and almond shaped.

The Fae Laws

1. Do not take without giving.
2. Do not kill without reason. Reason may include food, warmth, blood debts, and survival.
3. Do not enslave another living being.
4. Give thanks for the lives that you take.
5. Do not betray the Mound by bringing untrustworthy guests.
6. Celebrate the changing of the seasons, for it is part of the balance that gives you life.
7. Suffer not a human to enter our territory without being blindfolded and bound by one of our own kind.
8. Do not offer aid to a shapeshifter or human, and let neither of them convince you with lies.

The Kiths of the Fae

Sky Fairies

1. Sky fairies have wings, but they cannot fly higher than the forest trees without an ability to aid them in flight. They also may not carry anything heavier than a small cat while flying.
2. Common wing colors include shades from white to black, with stormy gray and silver being the most common. On rare occasions, one might find pale or midnight blue.
3. Common hair colors include white, silver, black, and (in some cases) gold.
4. Common eye colors include gray, black, blue, or any combination therein (in order from most common to least common).
5. Skin color will range from moonlight white to golden tan. Freckles are possible are common among this breed.
6. 4’7 is the average height and 80 pounds is the average weight. Sky faeries have very child-like bodies.
7. These fairies are often very cunning and quick, though not keen on fighting. They make good spies and messengers.
8. They have elemental magic associated with the sky.

Fire Fairies

1. Fire fairies have wings, but they cannot fly higher than the forest trees without an ability to aid them in flight. They also may not carry anything heavier than a small cat while flying.
2. Common wing colors include shades from pink to dark burgundy, with berry red and red-orange being the most common. On rare occasions, one might find burnt orange or orange with burnt black markings.
3. Common hair colors include red, orange, pink, and (in some cases) brown.
4. Common eye colors include green, amber, black, or any combination therein (in order from most common to least common).
5. Skin color will range from fair to dark black. Fair skinned or bronze skinned fairies may have freckles.
6. 4’5 is the average height and 80 pounds is the average weight. Fire fairy females have a little more curve than most female fairies, but they are still small and thin.
7. Fire fairies are known for their quick tempers!
8. They have elemental magic associated with fire.

Water Fairies

1. Water fairies have wings, but they cannot fly higher than the forest trees without an ability to aid them in flight. They also may not carry anything heavier than a small cat while flying.
2. Common wing colors include shades from pastel blue to midnight blue, with ocean blue and pastel blue being the most common. On rare occasions, one might find frost white or muddy brown.
3. Common hair colors include white, blue, black, and (in some cases) murky green.
4. Common eye colors include gray, blue, brown, or any combination therein (in order from most common to least common).
5. Skin color will range from moonlit white to darkest black. Water fairies never have freckles, though birth marks are possible.
6. 4’5 is the average height and 75 pounds is the average weight. Water fairies look very fragile.
7. Water fairies can be extremely deceptive. Many of them have a sadistic streak and are not as delicate as they look.
8. They have elemental magic associated with water.

Earth Fairies

1. Earth fairies have wings, but they cannot fly higher than the forest trees without an ability to aid them in flight. They also may not carry anything heavier than a small cat while flying.
2. Common wing colors include shades from pale green to dark forest green, with dark forest green and bright moss green being the most common. On rare occasions, one might find tawny or magenta.
3. Common hair colors include brown, golden blonde, green, and (in some cases) black.
4. Common eye colors include brown, gold, green, or any combinations therein (in order from most common to least common).
5. Skin color will range from golden tan to dark mocha brown. Earth fairies rarely, if ever, get freckles.
6. 4’9 is the average height and 85 pounds is the average weight. Earth fairies tend to be the tallest and strongest of the fairies.
7. Earth fairies are efficient hunters and tend to be extraordinarily stealthy.
8. They have elemental magic associated with earth.

Wood Elves

1. All wood elves have gold skin. Freckles are possible.
2. Most of them have blue eyes, though green eyes are possible.
3. Hair color will range from white blonde to golden brown. Auburn is possible, but rare.
4. The average height for a wood elf is 6’2. They have lithe body structures, strong and lean.
5. Most wood elves are proficient with a bow of some kind.
6. All wood elves are taught how to read and write.
7. They are known for moving with feline grace, but they have a dance style that is masculine and fierce.
8. They have ambient magic directly connected to the force of life.

Light Elves

1. All light elves have flawless white skin.
2. Most have green eyes, though blue or amber are possible.
3. Hair color will range from white blonde to deep read. Shades of brown or black are impossible.
4. The average height for a light elf is 5’7. They have delicate, thin bodies.
5. Light elves tend to use a staff as their weapon of choice.
6. All light elves are taught how to read and write.
7. Light elves are graceful dancers and fantastic climbers.
8. They have ambient magic directly connected to light.

Spirit Elves

1. All spirit elves have deep blue skin.
2. Most have gray eyes, though blue or black are possible.
3. Hair color is usually black and may turn silver with age.
4. The average height for spirit elves is 5’9.
5. Most spirit elves fight with poisoned daggers or sharp throwing disks.
6. All spirit elves are taught how to read and write.
7. Many spirit elves are masters at hiding their thoughts and expressions behind neutral masks.
8. They have ambient magic directly connected to the force of spirit.

Night Elves

1. All night elves have black skin.
2. Most have brown eyes, though blue or gray are possible.
3. Hair color is usually white, but purple and green are possible as well.
4. The average height for night elves is 5’9. They tend to be more strongly built than their spirit cousins.
5. Night elves typically hunt with poisoned blow darts. Many also carry knives.
6. All night elves are taught how to read and write.
7. Night elves are extremely stealthy and make excellent spies.
8. They have ambient magic directly connected to darkness.

Avian Changelings

1. All avian changelings have feathers mixed into their hair. Some may also have a beak, wings, or talons. If they have wings, those wings are unable to carry them higher than the forest trees and will not carry them if they carry more than the weight of a small cat.
2. The most common skin color is healthy gold, though darker shades of brown and fair peach are also possible.
3. Common eye colors include blue, amber, and brown. Black is also possible, but rare.
4. The average height of an avian changeling is 5’3. They are typically delicate and graceful.
5. Avian changelings are known for their curiosity and desire to explore. They are typically the most peaceful of the fae.
6. Although fierce hunters and loyal, they will show compassion to their enemies if the situation allows.
7. Avian changelings attempt to keep to themselves to avoid conflict.
8. They have animal magic connected to birds.

Reptilian Changelings

1. All reptilian changelings have patches of scales embedded into their flesh. Some may also have fangs, a forked tongue, or reptilian eyes.
2. The most common skin color is deathly white. Black and brown are also possible.
3. Common eye colors include green, black, and red. Blue is possible, but rare.
4. The average height of a reptilian changeling is 5’11. They are typically strong and agile.
5. Reptilian changelings are the most likely of all the fae to live in the forest without ever learning the Litharian language.
6. Many are sadistic hunters, as cold as their blood, with loyalty only to each other.
7. Reptilian changelings make deadly assassins.
8. They have animal magic connected to reptiles.

Mammalian Changelings

1. All mammalian changelings have tufted fur on the tips of their ears, much like a lynx. They may also have a tail, fur, or claws.
2. The most common skin color is golden brown. All natural skin colors are possible and normally match a particular animal.
3. Common eye colors are gray, amber, and green. Blue and black are possible, but rare.
4. The average height for a mammalian changeling is 5’0. They are typically the smallest of the changelings and tend to look cute.
5. While most of these changelings are deceptively adorable, they tend to be highly independent creatures with varying personality types, most of which are not fond of being called “adorable”. So beware.
6. Some of these changelings are cold hunters. Others are cuddly with anyone they come into contact with. All of them look innocent.
7. Mammalian changelings make great trackers and often know their territory better than any other living creature ever could.
8. They have animal magic connected to mammals.

Aquatic Changelings

1. All aquatic changelings have webbed fingers and toes. They may also have patches of scales, gills, or fins.
2. The most common skin color is pale blue or white. Black is possible, but rare.
3. Common eye colors are black, gray, and blue. White is possible, but rare.
4. The average height for an aquatic changeling is 5’6. They have bodies built for speed.
5. Aquatic changelings are, perhaps, the coldest of all fae. They care very little for those outside of their own kith. In fact, they hardly care for those within their kith.
6. These changelings tend to spend most of their time underwater.
7. These changelings make great mercenaries if you are brave enough to trade with one.
8. They have animal magic connected to aquatic creatures.

Philosophic Muses

1. All philosophic muses have silver hair and silver eyes.
2. Skin color will range from pale white to black but is usually bronze.
3. The average height of a philosophic muse is 5’9.
4.They usually have thin, delicate features.
5. These muses are the only non-elf likely to be allowed entrance into the Library without a guard.
6. Known for their extreme intelligence, these creatures do not often show emotion.
7. They tend to be scientists and teachers.
8. Philosophic muses have magical skill revolved around the scholarly arts.

Battle Muses

1. All battle muses have red hair and red eyes.
2. Skin color will range from pale white to black but is usually dark brown or black
3. The average height of a battle muse is 6’3.
4.They usually have wiry, lithe features.
5. These muses make up the heart of the new fae army.
6. Known for their efficiency in battle, they often go into a meditative-like state when they fight.
7. They tend to be warriors and guards.
8. Battle muses have magical skill revolved around the fighting arts.

Bardic Muses

1. All bardic muses have blue hair and blue eyes.
2. Skin color will range from pale white to black but is usually pale white.
3. The average height of a bardic muse is 5’11.
4.They usually have slender, graceful features.
5. These muses are responsible for all fae music and poetry.
6. Known for their beauty and soothing voices, these fae can be very persuasive when they want to be.
7. They tend to be musicians and poets.
8. Bardic muses have magical skill revolved around the performing arts.

Crafter Muses

1. All crafter muses have green hair and green eyes.
2. Skin color will range from fair to dark mocha but is usually fair and lightly freckled.
3. The average height of a crafter muse is 5’8.
4.They usually have strong, agile features.
5. These muses are responsible for clothing, food, furniture, art, and most other fae objects.
6. Known for their work ethic, these fae tend to be quiet and will not acknowledge others while working.
7. They tend to be artisans and willing servants in the Mound.
8. Crafter muses have magical skill revolved around the art of craft.

The Magical Abilities of the Fae

To create a new ability for the list, PM an admin with the following:
Kith:
Ability Name:
Ability Description:
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Sky Fairies

At character creation, choose one of the following:
Flying: They are able to fly normally without limitations. However they are unable to carry anything heavier than their overall weight.
At 50 posts, choose one of the following:
No abilities exist for this level yet!
At 100 posts, choose one of the following:
No abilities exist for this level yet!
At 150 posts, choose one of the following:
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At 200 posts, choose one of the following:
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At 250 posts, choose one of the following:
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At 300 posts, choose one of the following:
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At 350 posts, choose one of the following:
No abilities exist for this level yet!
At 400 posts, choose one of the following:
No abilities exist for this level yet!

*After this Fate may give you additional abilities at random

Fire Fairies

At character creation, choose one of the following:
No abilities exist for this level yet!
At 50 posts, choose one of the following:
No abilities exist for this level yet!
At 100 posts, choose one of the following:
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At 150 posts, choose one of the following:
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At 200 posts, choose one of the following:
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At 250 posts, choose one of the following:
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At 300 posts, choose one of the following:
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At 350 posts, choose one of the following:
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At 400 posts, choose one of the following:
No abilities exist for this level yet!

*After this Fate may give you additional abilities at random

Water Fairies

At character creation, choose one of the following:
Cold Immunity: The character will feel normal until ten degrees. Anything colder than that will only be a little uncomfortable at worst.
At 50 posts, choose one of the following:
No abilities exist for this level yet!
At 100 posts, choose one of the following:
No abilities exist for this level yet!
At 150 posts, choose one of the following:
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At 200 posts, choose one of the following:
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At 250 posts, choose one of the following:
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At 300 posts, choose one of the following:
No abilities exist for this level yet!
At 350 posts, choose one of the following:
No abilities exist for this level yet!
At 400 posts, choose one of the following:
No abilities exist for this level yet!

*After this Fate may give you additional abilities at random

Earth Fairies

Wood Elves

Light Elves

Spirit Elves

At character creation, choose one of the following:
Medium: Allows the user to talk to and hear ghosts, but not see.
At 50 posts, choose one of the following:
No abilities exist for this level yet!
At 100 posts, choose one of the following:
No abilities exist for this level yet!
At 150 posts, choose one of the following:
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At 200 posts, choose one of the following:
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At 250 posts, choose one of the following:
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At 300 posts, choose one of the following:
No abilities exist for this level yet!
At 350 posts, choose one of the following:
No abilities exist for this level yet!
At 400 posts, choose one of the following:
No abilities exist for this level yet!

*After this Fate may give you additional abilities at random

Night Elves

At character creation, choose one of the following:
Night Vision: Allows the character to see in complete darkness.
At 50 posts, choose one of the following:
Gaze of the Void: Allows you to strike fear in the hearts of any character with a lower post count just by looking at them. This fear will physically and mentally incapacitate unless they have some sort of counter ability.
At 100 posts, choose one of the following:
Dark Glean: By locking gazes with a victim, the user can discover all of the victim's fears (the victim, if a playable character, must include the fears within the next post unless they have a counter ability and a higher post count).
At 150 posts, choose one of the following:
No abilities exist for this level yet!
At 200 posts, choose one of the following:
No abilities exist for this level yet!
At 250 posts, choose one of the following:
No abilities exist for this level yet!
At 300 posts, choose one of the following:
No abilities exist for this level yet!
At 350 posts, choose one of the following:
No abilities exist for this level yet!
At 400 posts, choose one of the following:
No abilities exist for this level yet!

*After this Fate may give you additional abilities at random

Avian Changelings

At character creation, choose one of the following:
Dexterous Flight: Allows the character to fly quickly and gracefully. This character cannot be caught, out flown, or hit while flying unless the opposing character has a higher post count.
At 50 posts, choose one of the following:
No abilities exist for this level yet!
At 100 posts, choose one of the following:
No abilities exist for this level yet!
At 150 posts, choose one of the following:
No abilities exist for this level yet!
At 200 posts, choose one of the following:
No abilities exist for this level yet!
At 250 posts, choose one of the following:
No abilities exist for this level yet!
At 300 posts, choose one of the following:
No abilities exist for this level yet!
At 350 posts, choose one of the following:
No abilities exist for this level yet!
At 400 posts, choose one of the following:
No abilities exist for this level yet!

*After this Fate may give you additional abilities at random

Reptilian Changelings

Mammalian Changelings

At character creation, choose one of the following:
Immunity to Cold: Grants the character immunity to frostbite and they can comfortably handle much lower temperatures than usual.
Master Thief: The character may pick ANY lock unless it is locked by magic from a character with a higher post count.
At 50 posts, choose one of the following:
Canidae Speech: The character may communicate with members of the family Canidae. Note that animals do not possess human intelligence. Canidae emotions are very basic and do not include remorse, regret, human regret, and they do not feel lust without the proper biological triggers.
At 100 posts, choose one of the following:
No abilities exist for this level yet!
At 150 posts, choose one of the following:
No abilities exist for this level yet!
At 200 posts, choose one of the following:
No abilities exist for this level yet!
At 250 posts, choose one of the following:
No abilities exist for this level yet!
At 300 posts, choose one of the following:
No abilities exist for this level yet!
At 350 posts, choose one of the following:
No abilities exist for this level yet!
At 400 posts, choose one of the following:
No abilities exist for this level yet!

*After this Fate may give you additional abilities at random

Aquatic Changelings

At character creation, choose one of the following:
Sing: The character has a soothing voice.
At 50 posts, choose one of the following:
No abilities exist for this level yet!
At 100 posts, choose one of the following:
No abilities exist for this level yet!
At 150 posts, choose one of the following:
No abilities exist for this level yet!
At 200 posts, choose one of the following:
No abilities exist for this level yet!
At 250 posts, choose one of the following:
No abilities exist for this level yet!
At 300 posts, choose one of the following:
No abilities exist for this level yet!
At 350 posts, choose one of the following:
No abilities exist for this level yet!
At 400 posts, choose one of the following:
No abilities exist for this level yet!

*After this Fate may give you additional abilities at random

Philosophic Muses

Battle Muses

At character creation, choose one of the following:
Melee Finesse: The character is a natural with any melee weapon and can only be disarmed by a character with this ability and a higher post count.
At 50 posts, choose one of the following:
Grappling Finesse: The character can beat anyone at grappling unless the opponent has this ability and a higher post count.
At 100 posts, choose one of the following:
No abilities exist for this level yet!
At 150 posts, choose one of the following:
No abilities exist for this level yet!
At 200 posts, choose one of the following:
No abilities exist for this level yet!
At 250 posts, choose one of the following:
No abilities exist for this level yet!
At 300 posts, choose one of the following:
No abilities exist for this level yet!
At 350 posts, choose one of the following:
No abilities exist for this level yet!
At 400 posts, choose one of the following:
No abilities exist for this level yet!

*After this Fate may give you additional abilities at random

Bardic Muses

At character creation, choose one of the following:
Bardic Charm: A hypnotic ability that draws people to the user. It is not complete mind control, but the victim feels as if whatever the user is suggesting is something that they really should do. It does not work on others with this ability, and those with a higher post count.
At 50 posts, choose one of the following:
No abilities exist for this level yet!
At 100 posts, choose one of the following:
No abilities exist for this level yet!
At 150 posts, choose one of the following:
No abilities exist for this level yet!
At 200 posts, choose one of the following:
No abilities exist for this level yet!
At 250 posts, choose one of the following:
No abilities exist for this level yet!
At 300 posts, choose one of the following:
No abilities exist for this level yet!
At 350 posts, choose one of the following:
No abilities exist for this level yet!
At 400 posts, choose one of the following:
No abilities exist for this level yet!

*After this Fate may give you additional abilities at random

Crafter Muses