Lore:Faun
| Fauns | |||
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A Faun Lord |
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| Type | Race(Beastfolk) | ||
| Range | Systres,West Weald(historically) | ||
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Fauns(sometimes calleddeerfolk)[1]aredeerliketrickster[2]beastfolknative to theSystres,where they ecologically fill a similar role thatgoblinsdo for most of mainlandTamriel.[3]Rumors exist of creatures of nature eitherManorMerin appearance being the first inhabitants of the archipelago.[4]Fauns themselves are described as having bodies of tall, slender Mer,[5]and are confirmed to have been on the Systres isle ofGalenbefore theDruids of Galensettled there.[6]
History[edit]
In ancient history, a tribe of Fauns on mainland Tamriel, contemporary with theLilmothiit,were wiped out byelveninvaders.[7]
Fauns were a somewhat common sight in theWest Wealdcirca2E 582.This was a time of explosive plant growth, which resulted in the formation of theDawnwood,a jungle that more closely resembled the forests ofValenwood.[8]By the end of theThird Era,these historic Faun populations were no longer present inCyrodiil.[9]
Behavior and Culture[edit]
Female Fauns seem to either be rare or not exist, causing speculation of them reproducing via magical means, non-traditional methods, or females simply being kept well hidden. Fauns appear not to have their own verbal language, and communicate in simple grunts and chirps.[5]Fauns utilize rune-like lettering which is a part of their obscure dialect.[1]
According to LadyArabelle Davaux,almost every known encounter with a Faun and the other denizens of Tamriel ends in violence. These violent tendencies have prevented a further understanding of their dialect and culture from developing.[3]Onedocumented taledescribes a particularly cruel encounter with a Faun during which they attacked a water carrier without clear provocation, strung him up upside down, stuffed his mouth full of garlic cloves, smothered him in honey, and then agitated a nearby hornet's nest before leaving him to his fate.[10]This position is contradicted by the House Dufort representative Parisse Plouff, who described them as protectors of nature who usually aren't vicious.[11]
Fauns dwell in herds which function as close-knit families.[6]Faun Lords hold a leadership role among Fauns, and have been known to turn the hunt around on hunters active in their territory. They are also noted for their magical abilities, and for being able to "turn the forest itself against intruders". This seems to even extend to allowing them to commandSpriggansandIndriksin battle.[11][12][13]Somenature spiritscalled fromthe Greenare bound into the forms of Fauns.[14]
A particular species of deer native to the Systres is sometimes believed to be young Fauns due to the similar markings they share. The juveniles are known to locals as Faun Fawns, and it is said that the Fauns call to them during their frolics.[15]Fauns have even been known to domesticate deer, as in the case of the Faunfrolic Great Elk, a large species ofelkthat bears a striking resemblance to Faun Fawns. These elks were bred by a band of Fauns who were inspired by the mountedknightsofCastle Navire,although these efforts ceased when the Fauns realized their hooves made it difficult to ride. Furthermore, due to their natural speed, Fauns can easily keep pace with an elk.[16]
Cultural Impact[edit]
Although they reject outside observation, Fauns have still left an impact on theBretonsthat share their island homeland. Fauns can be found depicted on decorations and as children's toys.[17][18]Their hooves are kept as good luck amulets.[19]A specific type of flute used bydruidsis rumored to have originated from a group of Fauns willingly showing them how to make them.[20]Although of no use to the Fauns themselves, the Faunfrolic Great Elk has been adopted as an exotic mount by the otherracesof Tamriel.[16]
Gallery[edit]
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A brown Faun (ESO)
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A red Faun (ESO)
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A grey Faun (ESO)
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A Faun playing the pipes (ESO)
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A Faun Fawn (ESO)
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A Faunfrolic Great Elk (ESO)
Notes[edit]
- It is unknown if Fauns are related to theSatyrsof ancient Valenwood. Fauns and Satyrs are often conflated in fantasy settings. Mainland Fauns were known to reside near Valenwood,[21]and once suffered an invasion from elves.[7]Satyrs were said to inhabit Valenwood before the arrival of the Aldmer.[22]
See Also[edit]
- Faun Names
- For game-specific information, see theElder Scrolls Onlinearticle.
References[edit]
- ^abFaun's Lark Claddingantiquity codex entries inESO
- ^Corruption of Root's dialogue inESO:Lost Depths
- ^abLoremaster's Archive - Bretons & High Isle—Lady Arabelle
- ^Sorrows of the Wind—Bastibien Marolles,Historian
- ^abThe Flora and Fauna of Galen—Elise Aglilmir,Traveling Naturalist
- ^abDruid Edaen's dialogue inESO:Firesong
- ^abAncient Hunter's Journal—Here-Seen
- ^FaunsinWest WealdinESO
- ^West WealdinOblivion
- ^A Hunter's Journey VI: Fauns
- ^abParisse Plouff's dialogue inESO:High Isle
- ^Events ofWildhorn's WrathinESO:High Isle
- ^Hunter Marwig's dialogue inESO:High Isle
- ^Frii's dialogue inESO:Firesong
- ^Faun Fawnpet inESO
- ^abFaunfrolic Great Elkmount inESO
- ^Faun Feast Decantercontraband description inESO
- ^Plush Fauncontraband descriptions inESO
- ^Faun Hoofcontraband description inESO
- ^Druid's Whispering Willow Flutecontraband description inESO
- ^FaunsinESO
- ^Pocket Guide to the Empire, 3rd Edition: The Wilds Remain: Valenwood—Imperial Geographical Society,3E 432
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