Elf - Wikipedia An elf (pl : elves) is a type of humanoid supernatural being in Germanic folklore Elves appear especially in North Germanic mythology, being mentioned in the Icelandic Poetic Edda and the Prose Edda
Elf - Description, History, Myth and Interpretations - Mythology. net What is an Elf? An elf is a mythical creature that appears to be human in nature, but has magical powers and does not age (or at least ages very slowly) It appears that elves have their origins in Germanic lore, but they are also commonly found in other European folklore
Elves | The One Wiki to Rule Them All | Fandom The Elves came into existence before Men, and when Elves died, they would pass to the Halls of Mandos in Valinor Elves come of age at around fifty years old, and generally marry around this age Elves who marry late or never are said to have strange fates
Types of Elves: A Deep Dive into Their Various Kinds Across Folklore From the regal and wise elves of high fantasy to the mischievous sprites of folk tales, the variety of elves is as vast as the cultures that created them In this article, we’ll embark on a fascinating journey to explore the different types of elves found in folklore
Elves - Norse Mythology for Smart People An elf (Old Norse álfr, Old English ælf, Old High German alb, Proto-Germanic *albaz) is a certain kind of demigod-like being in the pre-Christian mythology and religion of the Norse and other Germanic peoples
Elf: Overview and History - Mythical Encyclopedia Elves are mythical creatures that have existed in various cultures and folklore for centuries They are often depicted as small, magical beings with pointed ears and a mischievous nature The origins of elves can be traced back to Germanic lore, where they were considered to be spirits of nature
Elven characteristics - Tolkien Gateway Elves had keener senses than Men They were graceful yet strong, and were resistant to extremes of nature, illness and disease However, many Noldor died at the crossings of Helcaraxë
Elves – Mythos Anthology Originating from the folklore of Germanic, Scandinavian, and Celtic traditions, elves have evolved significantly over centuries—from mischievous and ethereal spirits in ancient myths to noble and heroic beings in modern fantasy literature
Elf | Myth and Folklore Wiki | Fandom They are supernatural beings in Germanic mythology and folklore, elves were first attested in Old English and Old Norse texts and are prominent in English and Scandinavian folklore In early modern folklore, they were connected with fairies