Is an elf a race?

The elf is a humanoid race in the Dungeons & Dragons fantasy role-playing game, one of the primary races available for player characters, and play a central role in the narratives of many setting worlds of the game. Elves are renowned for their grace and mastery of magic and weapons such as the bow and sword.

How many races should a fantasy world have?

For a work to qualify for this trope, it should feature at least three of the five “common races” (humans, elves, dwarves, orcs and goblins); but the more of them appear, the better.

Are orcs and humans the same species?

Since the beginning of the First War, orcs have interbred with a number of species: mostly humans, but half-ogres and half-draenei are not unheard of. It most often refers to a half orc/human, but can also be used to refer to a half-orc half-ogre, or half-orc half-draenei.

What race are elves based on?

Elves, Dwarves, Orcs, Trolls, Dragons, Wights, Giants, Wraiths, and Goblins are all derived from Northern European mythology and legend. Some aspects of Dwarvish culture and language are borrowed from the lives of Jews in medieval Europe. Not permitted to own land, many became craftsmen.

Can elves Shapeshift?

No, they don’t. Some of the Elves, especially the Green-elves or Laiquendi, were described as having the ability to blend in with their surroundings, but this was a combination of camouflage, harmony with their environment, and skill at hiding themselves. Few beings are described as shape-shifters.

Are there real elves?

From a scientific viewpoint, elves are not considered objectively real. However, elves have in many times and places been believed to be real beings.

What are humans called in fantasy?

Humanoid is the safest bet. If it’s likened to a already established mythological creature you could also use the word “fae” (non-human magical creatures like trolls, elves, hobbits, etc.).

How do humans survive in fantasy worlds?

Either Arcane or Divine magic. Humans are commonly portrayed as being able to use magic and, even if they aren’t the best at it, that’s another arrow in their quiver when it comes to surviving.

How old is AZOG the defiler?

Azog

Azog the Defiler
Vital statistics
Death	TA 2941
Age	Unknown
Fate	Killed by Thorin.

Are there female orcs?

ANSWER: Yes, there are female Orcs in Middle-earth. The fact that Azog is the father of Bolg in The Hobbit also implies that there must have been female Orcs. Some people (including me) have discussed whether Orcs might have raped and cross-bred with Elf-women.

What race are dwarves based on?

Germanic myths
In the fantasy of J. R. R. Tolkien, the Dwarves are a race inhabiting Middle-earth, the central continent of Arda in an imagined mythological past. They are based on the dwarfs of Germanic myths: small humanoids that dwell in mountains, associated with mining, metallurgy, blacksmithing and jewellery.