Here we go...
I guess I'll start by trying to describe the different races in the world in which Kari and Will live. It is definately not earth. There are several differend races of people. I'll list them:
Elves: dark elves, wood elves, and
dark elves- all have dark skin. hair is either black or white sometimes both. eyes are generally warm browns/golds but there are exceptions. they are proud and arrogant. They have mastered all forms of magic and are known for their powerful mages. They mostly live in the south. (i can't think of any good names for countries). They look down on half elves (elves born of an elf and a human)
wood elves- They are very shy. For the most part they live in the forests (duh
). They have the unique ability to become a part of their surroundings. for instance, if they are in danger from something and they need to hide, and say there is a tree right next to them, they will
become a part of the tree. They are exceptional archers. Their skin is usually tan/golden and their hair ranges from jet black to golden brown. Eyes are brown/green/hazel.
Light elves- Most live in the western lands. They make up the vast majority of the Skyan Empire (they founded it). Ari's father (Aaron) was the King until his cousin (Prince Ayden decided he wanted to rule. However awful the now King Ayden is, he is a good ruler and Skye is thriving. It has the most powerful army in the lands. light elves are formidable warriors and horsemen. They are tough and can survive in extremely harsh conditions far better than most.
Ma'anyi - The Ma'anyi are made up of four tribes who each follow a different element lord (i'll get to the elements lords later) The ruling family of each tribe is actually descended from their respective element lord.
Earth- they control earth and plant life. They follow the Earth Lord. They are a kind people and are renowned for their skilled healers. They have a special relationship with the wood elves.
Air- They live in the mountains and by the sea. They follow the Lord of Winds They control air/wind/weather. Their are a carefree people. They are often employed on ships to ensure good weather for the voyage and to make sure the sails are always filled
Fire- they control fire (think firebender from Avatar but they don't use fancy martial arts and they're
way cooler. They follow the Fire Lord. They generally have red hair. They live in the deserts and where ever else is hot.
Water- They follow the Water Lord and they controll all forms of water (regular water, the water that's just naturally in the air, rain, etc.) Since they can controll rain, they have a close relationship with the Air people. Ari's mother, Lanai, was in the ruling family of this tribe. (So Kari is actually half elf-half Ma'anyi and since her mother was in the ruling family,she's related to the water lord as well. She can't control water though)
Dwarves- short, stocky, live the mountains. They are gruff, but loyal to the end. Many of them follow the Fire Lord. If you want really good armor, go see a dwarf. If you want some amazing cuisine, go see a dwarf. If you want intellectual conversation, see a dwarf. If you want some fashion advice, go see just about anybody
except a dwarf. They dress somewhat like gypsies
Humans-they're, well, human
One of the groups of humans are the Nomads- they live mostly in the east. they travel wherever. A lot are traders. There are some huge caravans that travel around and set up a trading camp outside of towns (Krell -where Ari and will live- is one of these towns).
Seafolk- sort of like merpeople except not evil. They have underwater cities. They can change shape from having fins and gills and stuffs to having legs and resembling humans or elves. the Water tribe of the Ma'anyi have an alliance/friendship with them. The air people sort of know them too. They don't really get along with the Fire tribe
And now the supernatural beings:
Fire Lord- He's hot. literally. He looks good too (well, all the elements lords are amazingly good looking) . He's kinda got a thing for Ari (which will come later in the story) He's my favorite. I've drawn a couple of pics of him. (I've drawn lots of pics of everyone) which i'll put on deviant art when i get around to it. (*cough* i don't procrastinate *cough* *shifty eyes*)
Water Lord- He's very calm and level headed. He is also very involved with his people. He is a very caring person. Lanai (Ari's mom) is related to him. They talked a lot and were friends. The water lord now tries to keep an eye on Ari, but unfortunately, he can't do much to help her as she was furious with him after the death of her parents and has cut him off from her. He would like to make amends (and perhaps will later on)
Lord of Air- Very flighty. but cool. He and the Fire Lord don't get along too well. Don't know why. they just don't. Must just be a personality clash. He is rather arrogant.
Earth Lord- He is very down to earth (in a personality sort of way). He spends a lot of his time with his people helping to heal and every now and then he will teach a special student the healing arts or help a young person who is struggling to control his or her powers. He's nice. I like him. I guess he's sort of like one of those really hot sciencetific people
I'm sure their are more gods and such, but if there are, they don't have much to do with the story. If they ever do, i'll write about them here
