Wood elves prize connection to nature, stealth, and self-sufficiency in the wilds, and their choices of equipment reflect all of these realities.

Those living under oppressive rulers often must acquire a modicum of what people living in less dire circumstances would consider covert skills just to survive. Their possessions often reflect this unfortunate reality.

Stoic landings are a refuge for the distressed and traumatized but also for the mystical and wise (though this can be a distinction without a difference in many cases). Their unique equipment tends to support this mix of mysticism and calm.

Those without a culture to call their own frequently rely on the protection anonymity and guile can bring, and their equipment reflects this.

Those from the eladrin culture have a stronger connection to the fey than other societies, and this is reflected in their unique equipment, which tends to skirt the line between magical and mundane.

Accustomed to large, diverse communities, cosmopolitans have developed an array of specialized tools to deal with the unique challenges and nuisances of living in a denselypopulated community.

A small southern town, a delicious wine, and a holiday all share the same name; Erstwin. The small sunny town of Erstwin, situated far to the south, is famous for its various wines and surrounding vineyards. The town’s economy relies almost exclusively on winemaking, its supporting trades, and the celebration of the holiday, which draws many visitors.

Though none now remember the name of the king he betrayed, Hals Lyle’s name lives on in infamy, and this tale—or something close to it—is taught to children across the land: Centuries ago a prince named Hals Lyle was discovered engaging in unholy practices and was cast out by his brother, the king. In his exile, he brooded and drew to himself the power-hungry, the disloyal, and those determined to overthrow the rightful king. Hals Lyle continued his studies in his banishment creating an army of clay guardians, with a plan to invade and make himself king.