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The Elvari are a [[Near-Human]] species of [[Galaxa]] akin to [[Elf|Elves]] from other [[:Category:Universes|Universes]]. They are a precursor species that dates their lineage back millions of years. They are incredibly long lived, living upwards of one thousand [[Galaxan Standard Calendar|Galaxan-Years]]. They are a custodian civilization of the Cosmos. Protecting and uplifting species around their home galaxy and many other galaxies. Most species find the Elvari venerable, while the [[Pureblood Valdian]] find them meddlesome. The [[Pureblood Valdian]], after the [[Imperial Civil War (Valdian)|Imperial Civil War]] which brought the end to the [[Valdian Golden Age]], are highly against the uplifting of "immature" species. However, the Elvari only wish to encourage intergalactic growth. They wish to grant the opportunity for maturing of a species.
The '''Elvari''' are a [[Near-Human]] species native to [[Elvara]], a lush and ancient world in the [[Galaxa]] universe. Their name literally means "One from Elvara," with the suffix "-i" denoting origin—just as "Terri" is their term for [[Human (Galaxa)|Humans]] from [[Terra Prime (Galaxa)|Terra Prime]]. The Elvari bear a close resemblance to the archetypal [[Elf|Elves]] found in other [[:Category:Universes|Universes]], and are recognized as a precursor species, their lineage stretching back millions of years. As one of the oldest sentient species in Galaxa—second only to the [[Valdian]]—the Elvari are renowned for their remarkable longevity, living upwards of five thousand [[Galaxan Standard Calendar|Galaxan-Years]].


[[Human (Galaxa)]] were one of their prodigal species. They saw much potential in the immature species. They instilled values and gifted the [[Teleka Drive|Teleka Mark III Drive]] to them which allowed for FTL travel 3 Magnitudes (30 times) faster than the speed of light. Eventually after thousands of years in close proximity to one another, the first [[Human (Galaxa)]] x Elvari lovers occurred. [[Lewa Kotak]] was the first Elvari-[[Human (Galaxa)]] hybrid. She was considered to have inherited the best traits of both parents.
{{Species
| name = Elvari
| oed = el vahr ee
| ipa = ɛlˈvɑːri
| imageFront = ElvariFront.png
| caption1 = Front View
| imageSide = ElvariSide.png
| caption2 = Side View
| imageAngle = ElvariAngled.png
| caption3 = Angle
| imageBack = ElvariBack.png
| caption7 = Back View
| taxonomy = [[Near-Human]]
| species_family = [[Near-Human]]
| races = None documented
| birth_type = Live-birth
| reproduction_type = Sexual, with use of [[Artificial Insemination]]
| average_height = 6 to 7 feet
| physiques = Slender, elongated, angular
| homeworld = [[Elvara]]
| universe = [[Galaxa]]
| spirit_tribe = Followers of [[Esmerelea]] and [[Theadrid]]
| creator = Unknown evolutionary origin (possibly guided by [[Esmerelea]] and [[Theadrid]])
| species_relatives = [[Valdian]], [[Zurkanian]], [[Human (Galaxa)]], [[Umtari]], [[Larkathan]]
| ancestral_species = Unknown, possibly the [[Unknown Advance Species|Old Ones]]
| status = Thriving
| traits = Extreme longevity, Teleka attunement, spiritual, technologically advanced, entirely hairless, daily prayer, highly advanced immune system, pioneered artificial wombs, strong sense of stewardship
| eye_colors = [[Color:Amber (Eye)]], [[Color:Gold (Eye)]], [[Color:Red (Eye)]]
| hair_colors = None (hairless)
| skin_colors = [[Color:Lavander (Skin)]], [[Color:Dark Violet (Skin)]]
| feather_colors = None
| scale_colors = None
| fur_colors = None
| stance = Bipedal
| diet = [[Diet|Herbivore]] (primarily flora and fungi), occasional lab-grown meat
}}


Most Elvari weaponry is non-lethal, but their lethal weapons are considered to be on par with [[Sefarian]] in pure brutality and efficiency. Their philosophy is to cause the least amount of suffering as possible. Elvari possess a [[Teleka Drive|Teleka Mark 60K Drive]] allowing them to move 60,000 magnitudes (600,000 times) faster than the speed of light.
== Overview ==
 
The Elvari are a [[Custodian Civilization|custodian civilization]]: they broker peace between warring civilizations, nurture pre-FTL species, and act swiftly against Galactic Threats. They are joined in this mission by the [[Zurkanian]], [[Human (Galaxa)]], and others. As galactic mediators and peacemakers, their influence pervades interstellar law, ethics, and diplomacy. While their ancient homeworld, [[Elvara]], remains sacred, the Elvari are now cosmopolitan, with enclaves in nearly every major galactic hub.
 
Most species view the Elvari as venerable and wise, while the [[Pureblood Valdian|Pureblood Valdians]]—particularly after the [[Imperial Civil War (Valdian)|Imperial Civil War]] and the end of the [[Valdian Golden Age]]—find them meddlesome, opposing their policy of uplifting "immature" species. Nonetheless, the Elvari remain steadfast, believing all sentient life deserves a chance to evolve and contribute to the wider galaxy.
 
== Relationship with Other Species ==
 
The Elvari are famous for uplifting both the [[Human (Galaxa)|Human]] and species such as the [[Umtari]] and [[Larkathan]]. The latter two were already advanced at first contact, but struggled to achieve FTL capability due to their inability to attune to [[Teleka]], [[Astral (Galaxa)]], or [[Magicka (Galaxa)]]. The Elvari not only provided the [[Teleka Drive|Teleka Mark 3 Drive]], but also shared genetic code to enable Teleka attunement. Many now credit the Elvari for opening the stars to hundreds of previously isolated civilizations.
 
Not all uplift attempts were smooth; some societies resisted, resulting in tension or cultural misunderstandings. Still, the Elvari are often sought as mediators, though a few, such as certain Sefarian and Grelian factions, regard their presence with suspicion.
 
== Culture and Philosophy ==
 
Elvari culture is highly spiritual and ritualistic. They pray daily to [[Esmerelea]] and [[Theadrid]], with multiple holidays and festivals honoring these deities and the existence of the spirit and afterlife. Their worldview embraces a symbiotic balance between nature and technology, striving for harmony in all things.
 
Elvari are champions of art, music, and storytelling, often serving as the inspiration for younger species. They teach that all consciousness is woven together by a "Luminous Weave," and that civilizations thrive through empathy, creativity, and stewardship. Dissent is seen as a path to wisdom, and open, respectful debate is central to every important decision.
 
Most Elvari weaponry is non-lethal, designed for defense or subdual, but their rare lethal weapons are devastating—rivaling even the [[Sefarian]] in efficiency, able to vaporize or atomize targets. The advanced [[Teleka Drive|Teleka Mark 12M Drive]] powers their ships, enabling travel between neighboring galaxies within just a few months.
 
== Government and Society ==
 
The Elvari played a pivotal role in forming the [[Pentarin Federation]], guiding the Intergalactic Community toward alliances for the safety and well-being of millions of species. However, they do not belong to any single governing body, valuing their neutrality as brokers of peace.
 
Elvari governance is managed by a Senate, with one elected representative per sector. Representatives serve for a single term of 100 [[Galaxan Standard Calendar|Galaxan Years]] and must attend every Senate session or face removal. Each is sworn to uphold the will of the people and the laws of Elvari civilization.
 
Major traditions include a great celebration every 100 years for the change of representatives, and a coming-of-age "test of wits"—successful initiates receive a crown of flowers.
 
== Biology ==
 
Elvari have a unique life cycle: they mature rapidly in early years, but then age extremely slowly, remaining vigorous for centuries. Their immune systems are robust due to millennia of genetic refinement, allowing them to safely eat flora and fungi poisonous to most other species (though they also consume lab-grown meats).
 
Elvari are entirely hairless. Their eye colors include [[Color:Amber (Eye)|Amber]], [[Color:Gold (Eye)|Gold]], and the rare noble [[Color:Red (Eye)|Red]] (often with a [[Color:Dark Gray|Dark Gray]] or [[Color:Black|Black]] sclera). Skin tones vary from [[Color:Lavander (Skin)|Lavendar]], to [[Color:Dark Violet (Skin)|Dark Violet]]. Elvari were pioneers in artificial womb technology.
 
Females can reproduce only once per [[Galaxan Standard Calendar|Galaxan Year]], and twins are almost unknown due to anatomical constraints (any second fetus is moved to an artificial womb). Males have extremely low libido—a trait bred out in the era of widespread [[Artificial Insemination]]. Males are only driven to reproduce by the scent of a fertile female's pheromones.
 
== Technology and Achievements ==
 
Elvari are pioneers in [[Teleka]]-based science, medicine, and starship engineering. Their ships—powered by the [[Teleka Drive|Teleka Mark 12M Drive]]—set the standard for intergalactic travel. Elvari are credited with inventions like the artificial womb, advanced terraforming, and genetic therapies, and have constructed wonders such as the [[Starlit Archive]]—a legendary library and galactic cultural treasure.
 
== Myths and Legends ==
 
Many believe the Elvari to be immortal, or to be the fabled [[Unknown Advanced Civilization]] that uplifted millions of species. The Elvari themselves call this mysterious race the "Old Ones," believed to be possibly the first civilization in [[Galaxa]], crafted by the very hand of [[Esmerelea]] and [[Theadrid]]. All that is known is that they are not from the [[Kutar Spiral Galaxy]].
 
It is theorized that an Elvari transport ship crashed on [[Terra Prime]] millennia before first contact, sparking myths of elves among ancient pre-FTL civilizations.
 
== Trivia ==
* Elvari call humans "Terri," after their homeworld.
* Hybridization between Elvari and other species is rare but highly significant, as with [[Lewa Kotak]].
* The celebration of Senate transition every century is a time of planetary festivity and renewal.
* Some believe the Elvari still maintain secret enclaves on supposedly uninhabited worlds.
 
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[[Category:Galaxa universe]]
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Latest revision as of 18:52, 2 August 2025

The Elvari are a Near-Human species native to Elvara, a lush and ancient world in the Galaxa universe. Their name literally means "One from Elvara," with the suffix "-i" denoting origin—just as "Terri" is their term for Humans from Terra Prime. The Elvari bear a close resemblance to the archetypal Elves found in other Universes, and are recognized as a precursor species, their lineage stretching back millions of years. As one of the oldest sentient species in Galaxa—second only to the Valdian—the Elvari are renowned for their remarkable longevity, living upwards of five thousand Galaxan-Years.



Overview[edit | edit source]

The Elvari are a custodian civilization: they broker peace between warring civilizations, nurture pre-FTL species, and act swiftly against Galactic Threats. They are joined in this mission by the Zurkanian, Galaxan Human, and others. As galactic mediators and peacemakers, their influence pervades interstellar law, ethics, and diplomacy. While their ancient homeworld, Elvara, remains sacred, the Elvari are now cosmopolitan, with enclaves in nearly every major galactic hub.

Most species view the Elvari as venerable and wise, while the Pureblood Valdians—particularly after the Imperial Civil War and the end of the Valdian Golden Age—find them meddlesome, opposing their policy of uplifting "immature" species. Nonetheless, the Elvari remain steadfast, believing all sentient life deserves a chance to evolve and contribute to the wider galaxy.

Relationship with Other Species[edit | edit source]

The Elvari are famous for uplifting both the Human and species such as the Umtari and Larkathan. The latter two were already advanced at first contact, but struggled to achieve FTL capability due to their inability to attune to Teleka, Astral (Galaxa), or Magicka (Galaxa). The Elvari not only provided the Teleka Mark 3 Drive, but also shared genetic code to enable Teleka attunement. Many now credit the Elvari for opening the stars to hundreds of previously isolated civilizations.

Not all uplift attempts were smooth; some societies resisted, resulting in tension or cultural misunderstandings. Still, the Elvari are often sought as mediators, though a few, such as certain Sefarian and Grelian factions, regard their presence with suspicion.

Culture and Philosophy[edit | edit source]

Elvari culture is highly spiritual and ritualistic. They pray daily to Esmerelea and Theadrid, with multiple holidays and festivals honoring these deities and the existence of the spirit and afterlife. Their worldview embraces a symbiotic balance between nature and technology, striving for harmony in all things.

Elvari are champions of art, music, and storytelling, often serving as the inspiration for younger species. They teach that all consciousness is woven together by a "Luminous Weave," and that civilizations thrive through empathy, creativity, and stewardship. Dissent is seen as a path to wisdom, and open, respectful debate is central to every important decision.

Most Elvari weaponry is non-lethal, designed for defense or subdual, but their rare lethal weapons are devastating—rivaling even the Sefarian in efficiency, able to vaporize or atomize targets. The advanced Teleka Mark 12M Drive powers their ships, enabling travel between neighboring galaxies within just a few months.

Government and Society[edit | edit source]

The Elvari played a pivotal role in forming the Pentarin Federation, guiding the Intergalactic Community toward alliances for the safety and well-being of millions of species. However, they do not belong to any single governing body, valuing their neutrality as brokers of peace.

Elvari governance is managed by a Senate, with one elected representative per sector. Representatives serve for a single term of 100 Galaxan Years and must attend every Senate session or face removal. Each is sworn to uphold the will of the people and the laws of Elvari civilization.

Major traditions include a great celebration every 100 years for the change of representatives, and a coming-of-age "test of wits"—successful initiates receive a crown of flowers.

Biology[edit | edit source]

Elvari have a unique life cycle: they mature rapidly in early years, but then age extremely slowly, remaining vigorous for centuries. Their immune systems are robust due to millennia of genetic refinement, allowing them to safely eat flora and fungi poisonous to most other species (though they also consume lab-grown meats).

Elvari are entirely hairless. Their eye colors include Amber, Gold, and the rare noble Red (often with a Dark Gray or Black sclera). Skin tones vary from Lavendar, to Dark Violet. Elvari were pioneers in artificial womb technology.

Females can reproduce only once per Galaxan Year, and twins are almost unknown due to anatomical constraints (any second fetus is moved to an artificial womb). Males have extremely low libido—a trait bred out in the era of widespread Artificial Insemination. Males are only driven to reproduce by the scent of a fertile female's pheromones.

Technology and Achievements[edit | edit source]

Elvari are pioneers in Teleka-based science, medicine, and starship engineering. Their ships—powered by the Teleka Mark 12M Drive—set the standard for intergalactic travel. Elvari are credited with inventions like the artificial womb, advanced terraforming, and genetic therapies, and have constructed wonders such as the Starlit Archive—a legendary library and galactic cultural treasure.

Myths and Legends[edit | edit source]

Many believe the Elvari to be immortal, or to be the fabled Unknown Advanced Civilization that uplifted millions of species. The Elvari themselves call this mysterious race the "Old Ones," believed to be possibly the first civilization in Galaxa, crafted by the very hand of Esmerelea and Theadrid. All that is known is that they are not from the Kutar Spiral Galaxy.

It is theorized that an Elvari transport ship crashed on Terra Prime millennia before first contact, sparking myths of elves among ancient pre-FTL civilizations.

Trivia[edit | edit source]

  • Elvari call humans "Terri," after their homeworld.
  • Hybridization between Elvari and other species is rare but highly significant, as with Lewa Kotak.
  • The celebration of Senate transition every century is a time of planetary festivity and renewal.
  • Some believe the Elvari still maintain secret enclaves on supposedly uninhabited worlds.

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