Avariel - The Winged Ones

The Avariel, "winged folk" in Elven, are believed to be the second oldest of the Elder races and are the original Elvish race. They lived on the plains across the continent but were nearly lead to extinction after an ancient conflict against an army of Dark Ones, lead by the son of the Archfiend Zel'goth, the first Daemon known as Zedes. The Avariel now inhabit temples and villages in various mountain ranges across the Ancestor Isles, keeping themselves isolated from the rest of society. Because of this, they have since been believed by many to be that of Elvish myth and legends.     Society, Culture & Religion In ancient society, the Avariel were split into two groups, the Warlike and the Monk Nomads. However, after their near extinction, their society has shifted and all uphold the virtues, practices and traditions of both groups. This means their society is now a society of Warrior Monks who travel between their temples found deep in multiple mountain ranges and islands across the world.   Their patron deity is Zephyr, the God of air, sea and earth. Statues of a giant griffin in mid-flight dedicated to Zephyr can be seen overlooking the entrances to their temples. Zephyr is held above all other deities as he is considered to be the one that saved them from extinction and had a direct hand in their creation.