Dark Elves
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The Dark Elves, who call themselves Druchii, are the arch-enemies of the High Elves. Expert corsairs and pirates they are the scourge of the seas responsible for countless raids.
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Government & organization
Malekith is the undisputed ruler of the Dark Elves. Second only to him is his mother Morathi, who acts as his regent when needed.
Cities & outposts
- Naggarond, the Tower of Cold, the capital of the realm.
- Ghrond, the North Tower
- Karond Kar, the Tower of Despair
- Hag Graef, the Dark Crag
- Har Ganeth, City of Executioners
- Clar Karond, the Tower of Doom
- the Watchtowers guard the northern border of Naggaroth against the innumerable Chaos warbands.
- the seaworthy Black Arks are home ports of the most important raiding fleets. Most of them seem to be of the size of a small city.
Society & culture
Completely ruthless and utterly merciless are the most appropriate adjectives to describe Dark Elf society.
Religion
The Dark Elves worship the Cytharai, and first among them bloodthirsty Khaine.
Magic
The Dark Elves are masters of Dark magic. Officially only Dark Elf women may study the secrets of magic and all Sorceresses must join a Dark Convent and swear a life of celibacy. As such they are forbidden to marry and form a family.
Military
The main Druchii military force, and the backbone of their armies, are the Druchii warriors, the City Guard. They are usually armed with spears or repeater crossbows. Lacking armour, they are however fast, brave, and skilled in combat.
