Night Elf

A Night Elf is a fictional race from the Warcraft universe, created by Blizzard Entertainment.

They are also known as kaldorei, which means "children of the stars" in their native language of Darnassian.

They are one of the oldest and most mystical races in Azeroth, having a history that spans over ten thousand years.

The Night Elves have played a pivotal role in shaping the world's fate, especially during the War of the Ancients, when they fought against the Burning Legion's first invasion.

They are characterized by their purple or blue skin, glowing eyes, long ears, and affinity for nature and magic.

Night Elves are mostly nocturnal and reclusive, living in harmony with the forests and wildlife of Kalimdor.

They worship the moon goddess Elune, and are led by her high priestess Tyrande Whisperwind and her husband, the archdruid Malfurion Stormrage.

They are also allied with the Alliance, a faction of races that oppose the Horde in the ongoing conflict for Azeroth's resources and territories.

Night Elves have access to various classes and abilities, such as druids, hunters, mages, priests, rogues, and warriors.

They can also transform into different animal forms, such as saber cats, bears, and owls.

They are known for their agility, stealth, and resilience, as well as their connection to the Emerald Dream, a realm of pure nature.

Night Elves are a popular and iconic race in the Warcraft franchise, appearing in various games, novels, comics, and other media.

They have a rich and complex culture and lore, as well as a distinctive aesthetic and style.

Night Elves are often admired or envied by other races for their longevity, beauty, and wisdom.

• They are tall and slender, with an average height of 7–8 feet (213 - 244 cm).

• They have long, pointed ears that can move to express their emotions.

• They have glowing eyes that vary in color, such as silver, gold, green, blue, or purple.

• They have blue, purple, or green skin tones, often with markings or tattoos on their faces and bodies.

• They have long, flowing hair that can be any color, from white to black, or even pink or green.

• They are agile and graceful, with a natural affinity for nature and magic.

Night elves, known as 'kaldorei' or "children of the stars" in their native Darnassian, are a mystical and enigmatic race from the world of Azeroth.

Their eyes are a window to their profound connection with magic and nature, often reflecting the very essence of their being.

Silver eyes are like moonlit pools, shimmering with the wisdom of ages and the depth of the night sky.

They are a testament to the night elves' affinity with the moon and their goddess Elune, whose lunar radiance guides them through the darkness.

Blue eyes are as deep as the ancient oceans that once covered Azeroth, mirroring the tranquility and the relentless power of the tides.

They speak of the night elves' enduring spirit and their unbreakable bond with the natural world.

Amber eyes are rare and considered auspicious, glowing like the first light of dawn.

These captivating hues are not just a feature of their appearance but a reflection of the night elves' storied past, their profound sorrows, and their eternal hopes for the future.

Each pair of eyes tells a story of battles fought, secrets kept, and the timeless dance of shadow and light that plays across their beloved forests.

They are called night elves because they are a race of elves that have a strong connection to the night and the moon.
According to their lore, they were originally a tribe of dark trolls that lived near the Well of Eternity, a powerful source of arcane magic.
They were drawn to the well by its mysterious energy and settled around it.
Over time, the well's magic changed them, making them taller, fairer, and more intelligent.
They also developed a sensitivity to sunlight and a preference for the darkness.
They named themselves kaldorei, which means "children of the stars" in their native language of Darnassian.

The night elves also worshiped the moon goddess Elune, who they believed was the source of the well's power.
They built temples and statues in her honor and followed her guidance.
They believed that Elune watched over them at night and blessed them with her light.
They also developed a close bond with nature and learned to use druidic magic from the demigod Cenarius.

The night elves became a powerful and advanced civilization that ruled most of ancient Kalimdor.
However, their use of arcane magic also attracted the attention of the Burning Legion, a demonic army that sought to destroy all life in the universe.
The Legion invaded Azeroth through the Well of Eternity and waged war against the night elves and their allies.
The war ended with the destruction of the well and the sundering of Kalimdor into several continents.
The night elves survived, but at a great cost.
They lost their immortality, their empire, and many of their people.

After the war, the night elves abandoned arcane magic and focused on druidism and nature.
They also isolated themselves from the rest of the world and lived in secrecy for thousands of years.
They only emerged again when the Burning Legion returned to Azeroth and threatened to destroy it once more.
The night elves joined forces with other races to fight against the Legion and became members of the Alliance.
Since then, they have been more involved in world affairs, but they still retain their connection to the night and the moon.

• Shadowmeld: The ability to blend into the shadows and become invisible to most enemies.
  This power is enhanced by the light of Elune, the night elves' goddess, who grants them greater stealth at night.

• Druidism: The practice of shapeshifting into different animal forms and manipulating the forces of nature.
  The night elves learned this power from the demigod Cenarius, who taught them how to respect and protect the natural world.

• Arcane magic: The manipulation of arcane energy, which is the raw power that fuels the universe.
  The night elves were once masters of this power, but they abused it and caused a cataclysmic event known as the Sundering, which split the world into continents.
  After that, they banned the use of arcane magic and focused on druidism instead.

There are many night elves in fantasy lore,
But one stands out above the rest.
He is the first of the druids, and the lord of the forest,
He is Malfurion Stormrage, the shan'do of the kaldorei.

He fought against the Burning Legion, and saved his world from doom,
He slept for ten thousand years, in the Emerald Dream's cocoon.
He awoke to a new age, and joined the Alliance's cause,
He is Malfurion Stormrage, the champion of nature's laws.

He loves his mate Tyrande, and his brother Illidan,
He is wise and kind and brave, and respected by his clan.
He is the most famous night elf, in all of fantasy,
He is Malfurion Stormrage, the hero of Azeroth's history.