Avariel

The Avariel, or Aril-tel-quessir in elven, were amongst the first of the elven races to migrate to Faerun. However, conflict with Dragons almost wiped them out before the First Flowering and while they have survived since that time, they are considered by most to be myths or legends.

Physical Description
Even more slender than their earth-bound cousins they have pale skin, despite all the time they spend in the sun and eyes that seem to be made out of green, blue or sometimes purple crystal. Their bones are hollow to aid their flight and their eyes are especially keen. Generally their wings are a pure white but while there are in rare cases Avariel with black wings, the Avariel are known to practice the dyeing of wing tips. Their hair color normally is a silky white like their wings and very rarely they will have other hair colors such as auburn and black.

The Avariel are noted to have the most beautiful voices of all the Tel'Quessir, and their songs are greatly sought after by bards of other races.

Society
The Avariel's society is split into two groups;

The Warrior They are fierce and relentless in battle and move with panther quick and slightly feline grace. Their preferred weapon is a rapier and they find using bows awkward so archery is generally not practiced among the Avariel.

The Clerics The other side of the Avariel society are those who prefer to study history and become bards, clerics etc. These Avariel rely on their minds more than any strength in battle. Generally they are used as healers among the Avariel and are just as important to the Avariel Society as the Warriors.

Notable avariel

 * Aerie