Nox Populi

The Nox Populi are underground-dwelling elves with a distinctive blue skin tone and glowing red eyes. They are average in height and stature however they are one of the most magically powerful races within the Familiar Lands. They are extremely longevous, so much so that it is rumored some of them even witnessed the lost age of myth. They are physically weaker than an average human, but their innate magical sensitivity more than makes up for their weakness, whilst their long-lived nature allows them to harness techniques and skills that could overwhelm even a seasoned Knight.

Eclipse Society

Nox Populi society is a magical Kraterocracy in which might makes right and powerful families rule over the rest of the Nox and the slaves they control. Magical might is highly valued within the Eclipse Empire's rule, with True Sighters often becoming influential members of their society. Cunning and political maneuvering is also extremely important and valued, as murder is completely legal and accepted as long as there is a good reason to do so, or provided they are not caught or implicated.

The higher caste of Nox are known as Nightlords. They are extremely powerful sorcerers with a terrifying amount of resources that they use to conduct their research and expansions. They often hire mercenaries to perform tasks for them and bring in more slaves or collect relics for their dynasties. They are also usually the most eccentric, using their magics for strange activities.

Eclipse Beliefs

A long time ago, when sorcery was far more rampant, the Nox believed themselves gods, their society revolving around attempting ascension and bringing other nations to heel. However they went too far and drew the ire of Humility. She cursed their entire race to forever be deprived of dreams and instead given only nightmares. This eternal nightmare forever changed their culture, as well as their lives, now trying to find as many ways as possible to avoid sleeping lest they are faced once more with indescribable terror. They mostly worship Diligence as they believe in his dogma of progression through any means necessary, and also Humility in spite of and because of the curse. The strongest should rule, and the Fundamental has proven that she is, in fact, worthy of reverence, humbling them.