Across the Empire, the various barbarian Elven clanfolk of the Western Valenwood forests are collectively referred to as "Wood Elves." They also call themselves "Bosmer" - which, roughly translated, means "Tree-Sap/Wood People," denoting their wild vitality and youthful energy. The curious and adventurous nature of the Bosmer contrasts with that of their more dour "cousins," the Altmer and Dunmer.