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An [[elf]] is a supernatural creature often associated with nature. They look similar to humans, but often have much greater lifespans and magical powers. | An [[elf]] is a supernatural creature often associated with nature. They look similar to [[Human|humans]], but often have much greater lifespans and magical powers. | ||
== Culture == | |||
Although after the Transcendence, many elves transition into living alongside humans, many elven communities prefer to live separately, even thousands of years post-Transcendence.<ref name=":0" /> These elves tend to live in an "in-between" state on the threshhold between the physical realm and the [[Mindscape]].<ref>{{TAUBlogCitation|Anonymous asked: Is there anything in this au about the Fair Folk?|2=https://www.tumblr.com/transcendence-au/162165855010/is-there-anything-in-this-au-about-the-fair-folk?source=share}}</ref> This space resembles an endless, enormous forest, and can be accessed through hidden portals in nature. It is generally off-limits to humans.<ref>{{AO3Citation|ToothPasteCanyon|Noie's Friends, chapter 3: Spark|2020|https://archiveofourown.org/works/27922780/chapters/79943254}}</ref> | |||
Elven communities tend to be fairly secretive when it comes to sharing their culture and practices with outsiders. Even [[Dipper Pines|Alcor]] doesn't know everything about them.<ref name=":0" /> | |||
All elves have the [[Sight]] and an innate affinity for magic.<ref name=":0" /> | |||
== Trivia == | |||
* It is possible for an elf to be born without a soul, resulting in a [[Blighted One]]. Blighted Ones are the natural predators of elves.<ref name=":0">{{AO3Citation|ToothPasteCanyon|We Creatures|2021|https://archiveofourown.org/works/32331961/chapters/80148559}}</ref> | |||
== See also == | |||
* [[:Category:Elves|List of notable elves]] | |||
== References == | |||
[[Category:Species]] | [[Category:Species]] | ||
Latest revision as of 03:41, 29 January 2024
An elf is a supernatural creature often associated with nature. They look similar to humans, but often have much greater lifespans and magical powers.
Culture
Although after the Transcendence, many elves transition into living alongside humans, many elven communities prefer to live separately, even thousands of years post-Transcendence.[1] These elves tend to live in an "in-between" state on the threshhold between the physical realm and the Mindscape.[2] This space resembles an endless, enormous forest, and can be accessed through hidden portals in nature. It is generally off-limits to humans.[3]
Elven communities tend to be fairly secretive when it comes to sharing their culture and practices with outsiders. Even Alcor doesn't know everything about them.[1]
All elves have the Sight and an innate affinity for magic.[1]
Trivia
- It is possible for an elf to be born without a soul, resulting in a Blighted One. Blighted Ones are the natural predators of elves.[1]
See also
References
- ↑ 1.0 1.1 1.2 1.3 ToothPasteCanyon (mod T). "We Creatures" (2021). [Archive of Our Own] <https://archiveofourown.org/works/32331961/chapters/80148559>
- ↑ transcendence-au. "Anonymous asked: Is there anything in this au about the Fair Folk?". [Tumblr] <https://www.tumblr.com/transcendence-au/162165855010/is-there-anything-in-this-au-about-the-fair-folk?source=share>
- ↑ ToothPasteCanyon (mod T). "Noie's Friends, chapter 3: Spark" (2020). [Archive of Our Own] <https://archiveofourown.org/works/27922780/chapters/79943254>
