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| - Though their lives span several human generations, elves appear at first glance to be frail when compared to man. However, elves have a number of special talents that more than make up for their slightly weaker constitutions. Wood Elves, the most common type of elf, is somewhat shorter than men, never growing much taller than 150 centimetres. Male elves usually weigh between 40 and 55 kilograms, and females weigh between 30 and 45 kilograms. Most wood elves are dark-haired, and their eyes are a beautiful, deep shade of green. They possess lowlight vision up to 20 meters. The features of an elf are delicate and finely chiseled. Elves have very pale complexions, which is odd because they spend a great deal of time outdoors. They tend to be slim, almost fragile. Their pale complexion and slight builds are the result of a constitution that is weaker than man's. Though they are not as sturdy as men, elves are more agile. Elven clothing tend to be colourful, but not garish. The often wear pastel colours, especially blues and greens. Because they dwell in forests, wood elves often wear greenish grey cloaks to afford them quick camouflage. Elves have learned that it is very important to understand the creatures, both good and evil, that share their forest home. Because of this, elves may speak the tongues of goblins, orcs, hobgoblins, gnolls, gnomes and halflings, in addition to the common tongue and their own highly-developed language. They will always show an interest in anything that will allow them to communicate with, and learn from, their neighbours.
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