Often mistaken for nomads, the dune elves live conflicted lives. They are fond of other races, but a number of raids on their ancient cities for their gold, jewels, or even tomes on illusions has left them distrusting of outsiders. A typical Dune Elf is wary of strangers, but not unfriendly, preferring to take advantage of their long lives to get to know their companions personally. As such, many Dune Elf settlements have used the illusory magic of the desert to conceal their territories. When happening upon a city or settlement, explorers often see little more than a blur in the distance. Although they often employ the use of illusion spells, those that live among dune elves say they are far from duplicitous, claiming them to be fast and honest friends. Dune elves have skin that ranges from a sandy tan to a deep reddish-brown. Their hair is often a dark brown but can be black, braided to avoid desert winds and sandstorms. The oldest dune elves living in the desert can be distinguished by their sun-bleached white hair. Their eyes are golden, brown, or red.