SYLPHS

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The sylphs are the air spirits. Their element has the highest vibratory rate of the four (air, earth, fire, water). They live hundreds of years, often reaching one thousand and never seeming to get old. They are said to live on the tops of mountains. The leader of the sylphs is a being called Paralda who is said to dwell on the highest mountain of Earth. Sylphs often assume human form but only for short periods of time. They vary in size from being as large as a human to being much smaller. They are volatile and changeable.The winds are their particular vehicle. They work through the gases and ethers of the Earth and are kindly toward humans. They are usually seen with wings, looking like cherubs or fairies. Because of their connection to air, which is associated with the mental aspect, one of their functions is to help humans receive inspiration. The sylphs are drawn to those who use their minds, particularly those on creative arts. Sylphs are very regal in manner and bearing. Theirs is an ancient and proud legacy, and it is dying out. It is for this reason that they have come down off their mountains and rejoined changeling society in large numbers. If they are to die, then at least they will be remembered for the honor, glory and majesty that is inherent to their kind. Sylphs are loners, content to soar the skies with the eagles. They care little for the machinations and politics of "ground folk", and they rarely interfere with changeling society. Rarely do they associate with others, but when they do, they usually form bonds that last for life. Sylphs hold their word of honor to be inviolate, and once sworn to protect something, they will defend it to (or even past) their death.

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