Fairies
Description
Fairies are human-sized beings with pointed ears, shimmering skin, and wings resembling those of butterflies, dragonflies, or birds. Their appearance and magical affinities align with elemental forces: Ice, Darkness, Light, Water, or Plant.
Homelands
Fairies inhabit the woodlands of Ryvalia, unassuming forests scattered across the mainland. These woodlands, while not inherently magical, serve as havens for the Fairies, their presence infusing the ordinary with an ethereal charm. Unlike other races who build towering cities or fortresses, the Fairies live in harmony with their natural surroundings, blending their settlements seamlessly into the trees, glades, and streams of their homes.
Though these woodlands lack the grandeur of more exotic landscapes, they are deeply tied to the Fairies’ magic and culture, providing them with the resources, space, and tranquility they need to thrive.
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The woodlands Fairies call home are typical of Ryvalia’s mainland—expanses of deciduous and coniferous trees, with clearings and meandering streams. What sets them apart is not the land itself but the subtle magic of the Fairies who dwell there.
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Living Settlements: Fairies construct their homes in harmony with the woods, weaving tree branches into platforms, hollowing out large stumps for shelter, or building homes in hidden glades. These structures are adorned with glowing plants or enchanted decorations, giving them a faintly magical glow at night.
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Subtle Magic: The presence of Fairies brings a quiet vitality to their surroundings. Flowers bloom a little brighter, water flows a little clearer, and the air seems lighter and more refreshing where Fairies dwell.
Social Communities
Fairy society revolves around small, social communities, with enclaves typically consisting of a few dozen individuals. Each community operates independently, but the Fairies’ inherent magic and elemental affinities tie them together across Ryvalia.
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Fairies are highly social beings, thriving on community cooperation. Within each enclave, roles are often tied to an individual’s magical talents or affinities: