High Elf

Innate Abilities

High Elves have a base Strength of 7, Intelligence of 11 and Dexterity of 10 (before Background modifiers) and have one extra base magic point.

Preferred Backgrounds

• Warriors: Hunter
• Warrior-mages: Skald
• Mages: Wizard, Conjurer, Fire Elementalist, Ice Elementalist, Air Elementalist

Level Bonuses

• +1 intelligence or dexterity (equal chance) every 3rd level.
• 10% less hit points than average.
• +4 magic resistance per level.

Starting Equipment and Skills

High Elves receive all the skills and equipment listed for their background.

Difficulty of Play

High Elves are a rather easy species to play, because of good overall aptitudes and a large mana pool; however, they have slightly lower HP (-10%) than normal and level somewhat slowly.

History

• High Elves were removed in 0.20.
• Prior to 0.14, racial equipment existed. High elves were able to use elven equipment more effectively than standard gear.