Sylvan

The Sylvan are viewed by most as the predecessors to many of the races which originate from and around the great and secluded forests of Newleigh and Oakenland. Their connection to nature is only made more obvious by way of their physical appearance and mannerisms, always seeming to share great similarities to the element of which they seem to physically represent. Eye witness accounts describe the Sylvan race to be a personification of the elements, housed within a humanoid vassal of sorts.

Sylvan's are divided into two main categories, the ‘Lesser Sylvans’ and the ‘Greater Sylvans’. ‘Lesser Sylvans’ differ from their greater counterparts by taking a form which is unmistakably humanoid in both size and shape, they hold little sway over the elements which is seen by most sentient races to be more of an affinity, rather than the ability to wield the powers of nature.

Greater Sylvans however are another story; some believe them to be ancient and long forgotten gods, responsible for the very creation of the continent. They can both direct and control the forces of life themselves, the very stone beneath your feet may turn against you in an instant, obsidian wrought daggers rending both flesh and bone alike, truly a terrible force to behold.

The ‘greater Sylvans’ are rumored to still walk the earth, but are exceedingly few and far between, rarely venturing out from the lands of Oakland or Newleigh and as such they are only remembered in the form of tall tales spun by elderly adventurers who are deemed no longer fit to fight. The individuals in question may be found in taverns - dotted all over Arcadia, attempting to make a simple living from passing stories of ages long past unto unwitting passersby. . .  perhaps if you listen long enough, and of course are willing to part with enough coin, you might just glean a few clues as to the whereabouts of these legendary beings.

Authors note for those who want to create sylvan characters:

You may not choose a greater Sylvan as your character or manufacture one to provide meaning to your backstory. – they are mainly a plot device and lore interest for the use of the server and are extremely few in number.

Powers: - minor to major affinities with elemental magic, however lesser Sylvan’s are classically unskilled with using conventional methods of fighting and commonly due to their appearance they do not consider stealth as a viable option.