Phaethn

In the darkest depths of Blackbourne, legends have born about people whose skin is dark as ash, who stalk helpless targets in the shadows of the alleyways. Phaethn, or Drows, are a race of legend, never seen by most eyes.

Origin
It is uncertain when the Drows first appeared, since they are too isolated and there are no documents about them, though those who know them believe they are as old as the Brotherhood of the Silent Blade itself. They originated from the use of Dark and Wind magic in order to make of themselves better spies and assassins.

Characteristics
Drows are very similar to the Elves, with their pointy ears, shorter stature and thin body. The Darkness element made their skin dark, varying between dark gray and purple, which is perfect for hiding in the shadows. The Wind magic made them closer to Elves, giving them slim and slightly shorter bodies for freedom of movement, and larger, pointy ears, for better hearing, with the constant amplification of sounds. Their hair is white or light gray, and the eyes have a darker look as the skin, being either red, black or variants of purple.

Beliefs and Culture
Culture and religion aren't much of a topic to be discussed about the Drows. They are raised since they are born to be ruthless, unthinking assassins, and that way they remain. Few have questioned their ways, and those who did have met a merciless fate: torture and death. They are but instruments to deliver death, and only so much.

Society
Drows are never seen in public. For the common people, they are but legends, tales to scare travelers. Even though, everyone keep their distance from the Whispers' Alleyway, where it is said to be the Drows home. A reclusive few nobles keep their contact with the Drows in the Brotherhood of the Silent Blade, but fear is something that never ceases to strike the heart of those who get too close to this mysterious race.