Elven Sayings

Air Elven Sayings
“A light mind the winds can carry far.” With this phrase, Air Elves remind that one has to be open for opportunity. As long as one is willing to learn and worries less, they have better chances of success.

Aquatic Elven Sayings
“The surface knows all reflections.” Aquatic Elves believe that one cannot lie to themselves; the reflection (on the water surface) will always show one their true face.

Light Elven Sayings
“In true light, we are all the same.” A common Light Elven phrase that reminds of the significance of equality, no matter the species, gender, or orientation. From the perspective of the Light Elves, every person, no matter the color of their ray, is born in the same light source. This is rather to be taken figuratively than literally, but the meaning of this saying is highly important to the Light Elves.

Other Elven species refer to this phrase whenever raising their voice to fight for equality.

“Walk in true light.” A candid and polite farewell, common amongst Light Elves. This farewell phrase has its origins in the earliest days of the Light Elves parting with their parent species, the Sun Elves, realizing the importance of reminding each other that they are equal; no one matters any less than another and one must see others in fair and ‘true light’.

Snow Elven Sayings
“The snowflake travels further than the avalanche.” Wisdom pointing out that tact and empathy gets you further than aggression.

Star Elven Sayings
“We think the star small and insignificant.” Quick glimpses can often lead to false interpretations. With this saying, Star Elves want to warn others not to judge too quickly or mistreat what they haven’t studied in detail on their own. If one misjudges something or someone, they can burn themselves when getting too close or turning ignorant to possible consequences.

“A fallen Star never returns to the night sky.” or “A falling star never shimmers a second time.” These phrases serve as a simple reminder that the best things do not offer a second chance.

Sun Elven Sayings
“Sunlight guide your path” As it is brighter than any other natural source of light, Sun Elves consider sunlight to be the strongest guide. The saying implies best wishes and vision on one’s way.

Most Sun Elves show sympathy to beloved ones with this saying, as the warmth of the sunlight is pleasant and embracing. Others, however, are under the impression that the sun is superior to other guardians or sources of power and think that with this saying they are bestowing a grand gift to whomever they are speaking to.

Wood Elven Sayings
“Even if you cannot tell apart the apple tree from the birch, if you shake them both, you’ll soon be holding fruit in your hand.” With this, Wood Elves wish to explain that even when at a disadvantage, such as lack of knowledge or lack of experience, one just has to keep trying and they’ll eventually succeed - even if that means one has to do twice the amount of work.

Arising from the previous saying: “And next time you’ll shake one tree less.” A cheerful saying to note that one has learned something today.