Sea Elves

Over three centuries before the founding of Ãkthi, already in the Mare Orientalem a rare sub-species of elf had emerged - the aquatic elf. Their primary civilization has always been the Chû civilization in the aforementioned sea, but migrants are known to have settled various oceans and seas throughout Alzhonar.

Basic Information

Anatomy

Elves are bipedal vertebrate humanoids in general anatomy. Elves possess the usual major systems:

• Circulatory System (adapted for very cold environments)
• Digestive & Execratory System
• Endocrine System
• Integumentary System
• Immune & Lymphatic System
• Muscular System
• Nervous System
• Renal & Urinary System
• Reproductive System
• Respiratory System (adapted with both lungs and gills, which can be used interchangeably)
• Skeletal System

Genetics and Reproduction

Elves reproduce sexually, generally producing one child per pregnancy, though twinning can rarely occur (1 in 2500 pregnancies). When twinning does occur, 95% of the time it is the result of dual fertilization of multiple ova. The other 5% of twinned pregnancies are "identical" twins.

Growth Rate & Stages

Elves mature physically within 18 - 22 years, much the same as humans. Elves live between seven and eight centuries.

Ecology and Habitats

The aquatic elves prefer to live in water and have an expanded respiratory system, which allows them to breathe underwater. They are capable of survival on land, though their skin dries out and they become very uncomfortable and susceptible to various skin conditions and diseases the longer they remain away from water. 
Aquatic elves also possess a resistance to colder temperatures that their land-based cousins do not enjoy, as they have learned to live in the cold depths of the seas.

Additional Information

Perception and Sensory Capabilities

Elves possess enhanced aural and visual acuity. In particular, they are able to see more effectively in dim and low light conditions than do humans and some other humanoids.

Genetic Ancestor(s)

• Elf

Genetic Descendants

• Coastal Elves - Extinct

Scientific Name

Homo bey fera natans

Related Myths

• The Elves Arise

Racial Traits

Ability Score Increase

Your Constitution score increases by 1.

Sea Elf Training

You have proficiency with the spear, trident, light crossbow, and net.

Child of the Sea

You have a swimming speed of 30 feet, and you can breathe air and water.

Friend of the Sea

Using gestures and sounds, you can communicate simple ideas with any beast that has an innate swimming speed.

Languages

You can speak, read, and write Aquan.