Class C spherical earth body
Valendoar is a small world, whose ancient and deep forests are inhabited by elves. There is only one major landmass, Krishinilith, with numerous island chains. The islands are also forested, although are subject to severe winter storms or stinging rains and high surf.
The inhabitants are mainly high elves, with a smattering of wood elves. Valendoar maintains close ties to the Imperial Fleet, and for centuries has been a stable recruiting ground. Indeed, several ship captains within the Fleet hail from Valendoar. With the coming of the 2nd Unhuman War, there was a rush of activity, as young elves signed up to fight for the glory of the elven race. When the War ended, many of those young elves did not return, victims of the bloody conflict.
The elves of Valendoar are comprised of numerous small kingdoms, with each realm sending a representative to a yearly council. This gathering is commonly called Realmeet, and usually lasts three weeks. The IEN does send an Admiral or ship Captain to these meetings, but is strictly as a courtesy to the elves living here. Items discussed at these gatherings are the defense of the planet, any economic matters that relate to the well-being of Valendoar, and any other announcements.
Valendoar is a size C spherical earth body with a small moon (size A) that revolves around the larger body. Valendoar is a planet that is relatively flat, having few mountains of extreme size. Its forests are deep and ancient, and some areas have not felt the tread of elven or human feet. Approximately 60% of Valendoar is comprised of freshwater oceans, with one major land mass, plus several island archipelagos. The only major mountain rage is home to numerous clans of avariel or winged elves.
Temperatures are mild for most of the year, with a relatively warm winter season. The planet is wet, with the majority of the rainy season occurring a few months before the onset of winter. The inner forests especially receive large amounts of rainfall annually. Cloud cover is consistent from about 13,000 to 15,000 feet. The clouds themselves aren't very thick, and help retain some heat, which keeps temperatures year round moderate.
Elves of course are the only major race on Valendoar, living in ancient tree cities across the continent of Krishinilith. The elves are very clannish in nature, and marriages outside the clan, although not forbidden, do not happen very often. The average size of a clan is about 2,000 elves. In addition, several smaller clans will be allied to the larger clans, thus ensuring the gene pool is not limited.
Each clan is ruled by a king or queen, or a Warduke, and in all there are about 20 major clans on Valendoar. Each realm is ruled independently, and few if any arguments occur between these kingdoms.
