Highfolk Valley of the Velverdyva
(No organized government or single ruler)
Population: 20,000 (woodsmen)
Demi-humans: High Elves (12,000), Sylvan Elves (9,000), Gnomes (4,000), Halflings (2,000 Tallfellows), Gray Elves (1,000)
Humanoids: Some (raiders only)
Resources: gold, rare woods
As related above for the independent town of the same name, Highfolk is principally an elven realm. The humans dwelling along the 100 miles of the valley are woodsmen who live in harmony with their demi-human fellows, or hillmen who are allies of the gnomes. The Lord of the High Elves is deferred to as the nominal ruler, but this is through general consent and respect. The word of the Gnome prince, a village Elder, or the Earl of a community of Sylvan Elves is listened to with as much respect. All the peoples of Highfolk Valley are independent and free-spirited. However, in time of need, they are able to muster a considerable body of fighters, including humans armed with longbows and many sorts of demi-human troops. The Knights of the Hart of Highfolk are drawn from the best of the elven and half-elven warriors of the valley region. The main enemies of the people of Highfolk come from the land of Iuz, penetrating the Vesve Forest.
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