Wolfen (Wolffolk)
- Home Plane
- Vitaea
- Category
- Landborn
- Ancestor Race(s)
- Sylvari-Vitae (True Sylvari)
- Home Region
- Tiscana
- Racial Abilities
- Charisma, Wisdom
- Racial Features
- Keen Senses, Bite, Cold Resistance, Howl of the Pack
- Years of Existence
- 40,000 years
- Average Lifespan
- 100 years
- Average Weight
- 200 lbs
- Average Height
- 6 ft
- Skin Tones
- Greys, Whites, Blacks, Browns
- Playable?
- Yes
- Extinct?
- No
- Size Category
- Medium
- Speed
- 35
- Movement Types
- Walking
- Hair
- Furred
- Body Features
- Wolf-folk Humanoid, Clawed, Tailed
- Divergence Cause
- Great Awakening
- Average Generation
- 20 years
- Vision Type
- Low-light Vision
- Vision Distance
- Unlimited
- Short Description
- Territorial clans of humanoid wolf-folk who are fiercely loyal to their communities who are known for the intelligence and distrust of outsiders
- Languages
- Aethyrian Common, Wolfish
- Default Upbringing
- Familial: Raised by mother(s), and/or father(s), and/or sibling(s)
Full Description
The Wolfen are a majestic race of humanoid wolves, standing between 6 to 7 feet tall. With fur ranging in color from greys and browns to blacks and whites, sharp teeth, pointed ears, and penetrating, glowing eyes, the Wolfen encapsulate the raw, untamed essence of the wolf.
Nature: Known for their loyalty, Wolfen hold the bonds of family and community in high regard. They possess a keen instinct, sharp senses, and a natural affinity for hunting and tracking. Agile and stealthy, their movements are characterized by a quiet grace that belies their size. Courageous and honorable, the Wolfen earn respect, and sometimes fear, from other races.
Culture: Wolfen society is built around close-knit family units and community cooperation. Leadership is shared and decisions are made collectively, with each member’s voice valued. They hold a deep respect for hierarchy and social structure, resolved through consensus and mutual respect.
Deeply spiritual, Wolfen worship deities of the moon, nature, and the hunt, and believe in living in harmony with the natural world. Many are skilled druids and rangers. Storytelling and oral traditions are important in preserving their history and legends, with the sacred practice of howling under the full moon believed to strengthen communal and divine bonds.
Lifestyle: Nomadic by nature, Wolfen traverse vast territories, exceptional hunters who rely on teamwork and strategy. They are adept at navigating various terrains and formulating symbiotic relationships with their environments.
While cautious of outsiders, Wolfen are open to trade and diplomacy, and their warriors are valued allies. A bond with a Wolfen, once formed, is steadfast.
Relations with Other Races: Wolfen form strong alliances with races that share their values of honor, loyalty, and respect for nature, but will defend fiercely against any threats to their communities or the natural world.
Adventurers: Wolfen adventurers often seek to protect their territory, explore new lands, or pursue spiritual enlightenment. They excel in roles such as rangers, druids, and fighters, leveraging their natural abilities and instincts.