easily be traced back to the dark elves of the past, though many parts of the tongue of the surface elves have fi ltered into the language over the centuries They have also managed to maintain an intricate sign language, though as years and generations pass on the surface of the world, the need for a speechless language diminishes, and so its use grows less and less common Male Names: Chyzmyr, Jayel, Marizim, Riszen Female Names: Koryn, Quarthel, Vissira Adventure: Valshari might adventure for any number of reasons Some venture beyond the safety of the cities in an effort to help secure the lands of the empire Others seek their own personal glory and riches by following ancient legends and lost ruins The desire to explore the lands beyond the city and simple curiosity are also common reasons for a valshari to leave home and set out on the path to adventure Vital Statistics This section will help determine a character’s starting age, height and weight These statistics are infl uenced by the character’s gender, race and class If you wish to create a character that does not conform to these statistics consult your GM for approval Valshari Racial Traits: +2 Dexterity, +2 Intelligence, -2 Constitution: The Valshari are quick of wit and graceful However their slight build provides less endurance than other races Medium: Valshari are medium creatures and have no bonuses or penalties due to their size Elven Immunities: Valshari are immune to magic sleep spells and effects and receive a +2 racial saving throw bonus against enchantment spells and effects Normal Speed: Valshari have a base land speed of 30 feet Darkvision: Valshari have Darkvision up to a 60 foot range Low-Light Vision: Valshari can see twice as well as a human in conditions of dim light such as torch-lit areas or twilight Innate Magic: Valshari are able to cast Darkness (per the spell) once per day as a spell-like ability Their effective caster level for this ability is equal to their class level Racial Weapon Profi ciency: In addition to any profi ciencies granted by class any Valshari is profi cient in the use of a hand crossbow, shortbow, longsword and rapier Keen Senses: Valshari receive a +2 racial bonus to Perception skills Languages: Valshari begin play speaking Elven and Common Valshari with high intelligence scores can choose from the following: Draconic, Dwarven, Gnome, Goblin and Valshari Sign, 163