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Information on the High Elves (Altmer)
« on: November 06, 2013, 08:45:11 pm »
The High Elves, also commonly known as Altmer, are a race of Elves which reside in the region of Tamriel. The High Elves, or Altmer try their utmost to follow their ancestors which are the Aldmer in as many ways as possible, namely though, through traditions involving Marriage and Reproduction. High Elves are among the tallest of all of the humanoid associated Races, they are taller than most Humans and other Meri Races. The skin of the Altmer has a slight Golden tint to it, whilst remaining pale at the same time, however not as pale as the northern Human races such as the Nords or the other Imperials, but far lighter than that of the Bosmer. They are slender, with prominently pointed ears and almond-shaped eyes.

Altmer/High Elves are, on average smaller than humans in body size, which means that in general they are not as strong. Being very tall creatures, this makes them less Agile than the Bosmer, and therefore more vulnerable. Altmer are among the most intelligent and magically skilled races within Nirn, which surpass even the Bretons in magical ability. Magnus, the God of Magic is strongly tied between these Races which also gives the side effect of the Altmer being targeted with more magical attacks than most other races around Skyrim. However, through decades of selective breeding, the High Elves have inherited an extremely strong defense system against disease, almost as superior to that of the Argonians.


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