# Sylph
> [!infobox]
> ##
> ![[Species - Sylph.webp]]
> #### **Species Information**
> | Table Header | Table Header |
> | ---- | --- |
> | Size | [[Medium]] |
> | Type | [[Humanoids\|Humanoid]] <br>[[Elementals\|elemental]] |
> | Darkvision | None |
> | Height | 6 – 7 ft. |
> | Lifespan | ≈ 120 years |
> | Adulthood | ≈ 20 years |
> | Origin | [[The Plane of Elemental Air]] |
> | Speeds | 30 ft. walking, <br>35 ft. flying |
> #### **Roleplay Information**
> | Table Header | Table Header |
> | ---- | --- |
> | Playable? | Yes |
### Origin & History
Sylphs—like all elemental humanoids—originate beyond Yanis-Materia: in The Plane of Elemental Air. Sylphs have existed since the late Pavonis Phase or early Viriditas Phase of Yanis. Despite being younger than igira, pygmy, and undine, sylphs look much more humanoid and have integrated into humanoid societies much more easily than the other elemental humanoids. They are almost perfectly suited for survival in regions with difficult terrain—such as the mountainous and forest-laden lands of [[Vetti]].
In modern times, sylph are still reclusive when compared to other non-elemental humanoids; but, are seen in some cities and settlements more frequently than their elemental humanoid cousins. This might also be attributed to the fact that sylphs are much more mobile and naturally nomadic than the other three species.
---
### Appearance & Biology
At first glance, one might mistake a sylph for an elf. The two species share similar ear structure, pointed facial features, tall elegant bodies, and graceful mannerisms and demeanor; but, at second glance, sylphs have several unique visual characteristics.
For starters, sylph have feathers, down, and plumage growing from their bodies where species like humans, or felis grow hair. They tend to have incredibly long, pointed nails—almost claw-like—and their bone structure is much lighter than that of most other humanoid species. Additionally, and perhaps most notably, sylphs have massive wings on their backs and are capable of flying long distances with them. Finally, sylph have very complex eyes and vocal cords allowing them to see great distances and communicate via songs, or sequential sounds.
Sylphs are only capable of reproducing with other sylphs.
---
### Sylph Races
##### Night-Flyer Sylph
Night-flyers then to have larger eyes and smaller wings than your average sylph. Their bodies are also typically shorter and stockier.
Night-flyers, as their name suggests, tend to be nocturnal and are sensitive to bright lights and daylight.
---
### Species Traits
> [!warning] Lightweight.
> - Cannot wield weapons with the heavy property, wear heavy armor, or shields.
> - Considered one size smaller when determining carrying capacity and the weight you can push, drag, or lift.
> [!custom-dice-1] Acute Vision.
> - Proficiency in [[investigation]] and [[perception]].
> [!custom-dice-2] Elevated and Acclimated.
> - [[Combat#Damage|cold]], and [[Combat#Damage|thunder]] resistance.
> - Resistant to [[Conditions#Exhaustion|exhaustion]] in high elevations or environments with low oxygen.
> - You have resistance and advantage on saving throws against wind or air-oriented spells and effects like those caused by the [[gust of wind]], [[whirlwind]], or [[wind wall]] spells.
> Attacks made against you with wind or air are made with [[disadvantage]].
> [!custom-dice-3] Wind Whisperer.
> - A number of times up to or equal to your Proficiency Bonus, per long rest, you may whisper a message to a creature as if using the [[message]] cantrip; whispering a message in this way can be done so with twice as much range, and without components. This means of communication can only be possible if there is a breeze or air current.
> [!custom-dice-4] Air-Born.
> - Wings grant you a flying speed of 35 feet while wearing no armor and 30 feet while wearing light armor.
> - You may not use a flying speed while wearing medium armor.
%%
## Notes
### Name Options:
%%