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The systems in these games are governed by rules from the pen-and-paper RPG Advanced Dungeons & Dragons. There have been many turn-based and action RPGs that have utilized parts of the AD&D rule set.
The first race to ever appear on Nirn, the planet on which The Elder Scrolls takes place. They originate from the mythic continent of Aldmeris.
One of the two major factions in World of Warcraft the other being their enemy, the Horde.
Archers are marksman that practice the arts of archery. Archers specialize in picking enemies off from a distance one by one. using bows and arrows to deliver precise shots to unsuspecting opponents. it's a class base or a unit for a strategy game, archers are lightly armored and have less hitponits. but has moderate speed, longer range and highest damage of them all.
Archery is the practice of propelling arrows with use of a bow. Throughout history, archery skills have been used in both hunting and warfare. Today, it is also a sport and recreational activity.
The loyal retainers of House Dagoth. Bound by honor, these powerful beings will always let you make the first move.
Ayleids, also known as the Wild Elves or Heartland High Elves, are a race in The Elder Scrolls who were the first to establish an empire on the continent of Tamriel. They are now an extinct race, but their are many shrines and other structures still standing throughout Tamriel.
In the lore of the Warcraft games the Blood Elves are of one the races of the Horde. They are composed of former high elves who renamed themselves in honor of their people, who were killed during the siege of Quel'Thalas by the Scourge, during the Third War.
Brownies are mythological creatures that have been depicted in various ways but are typically miniature elves.
The Dark Eldar are a Kindred of the Eldar, an ancient and advanced race of elf-like humanoids. They were introduced to the Dawn of War franchise with the most recent release (besides the pending Dawn of War 2) with Dawn of War: Soulstorm
Elves who have often been corrupted in some manner, changing their skin tone and leaving them with a predisposition towards evil. Sometimes called "Drow".
While usually presented as monsters to be slain, every now and then, characters get to ride dragons into battle instead.
Dryads are tree nymphs from Greek mythology. They have made appearances in a number of games.
The Eldar are the oldest living race in the Warhammer 40,000 universe. Analogous to Elves, they have "psyker" powers far beyond those of the younger races, and often use their far-sight and guile to manipulate the younger races to ensure the safety of their own species.
Elezen are a playable race in Final Fantasy XIV. The Elezen have two factions, Foresters and Shaders.
The Elvaan are strong melee fighters but weak in black magic.
People of a different race or skin color, that are chastised and frowned upon for being different in culture or appearance.
Fairies appear in many games, usually as a race that will assist players with magic. Fairies are almost exclusively female.
A bastardized version of Snow-elves.
Foraging is the ability to effectively gather food and drink from ones surroundings. Rangers, druids, and elves often excel in this skill.
A Half Elf is the offspring of a human and an elf. In many cases, they are discriminated against by both humans and elves, which guides them to a nomadic life as bards, druids, or rangers.
High Elves is a race in the fantasy genre. They are all good-natured, but are often considered rude or prudish by other races. High Elves are highly intelligent, but also wise, making them great magic users of all types.
One of the two main factions in the world of Azeroth. The counter part to the Alliance, and led by Warchief Garrosh Hellscream.
Humanoid elfish race starring in the Legend of Zelda games. Link, for instance, is a Hylian.
Whether a character never ages or is invincible, immortality represents the inability to die. Sometimes this is a blessing, sometimes it is a curse. Either way it usually makes for an interesting game mechanic.
Games featuring characters that are physically much younger than their actual age would dictate. This does not count gods or similar deities that are considered ageless.
The concept of affecting the universe through supernatural methods, breaking the fundamental laws of science.
Some people just have to have all the power.
A race of genetically-modified beings who have strong innate photon abilities who appear in the Phantasy Star Online and Phantasy Star Universe series.
AKA the kaldorei "Children of the Stars" in Darnassian are an ancient race. Creators of a unique and magically advanced civilization.
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