House Aenihar ('Moonwise') both a noble house and a familial order of psionic monks, able to project images of an astral dragon around their body. They are the highest ranking lunar elf clan, and the only one among the High Nobility. The story which is commonly told is that their ancestor, Nirnoth Aenihar, came across Ziriza, a gold dragon, under attack by blue dragons in Aelatarisen. Nirnoth (who was already a powerful monk) intervened on the side of the gold dragon, turning the tide of battle in her favor. However, Ziriza was fatally wounded in the battle, and when she died, her spirit latched on to that of Nirnoth.
House Aenihar train their children in their way from a very young age. Not all in the family become true spirit-projectors, but those who show aptitude for that gift are deadly fighters. Some of those who are unable to project their spirit still become monks, but of different schools. There are usually around five true astral warriors among their ranks, but this number has varied over time. Only those who can project their spirits are allowed to inherit the titles of the house, which has been close to extinction several times.
Their black-and-blue emblem reflects their belief that perfection be only be achieved through perfect balance. Some of their noble peers look down at their austere lifestyle, but they are also admired for their abilities.
Family Members
Atawyn Aenihar
(lunar elf monk, TN, 198):
Current head of house, and master monk. She is wise and knowledgable about all matters astronomical.
Oranoth Aenihar
(lunar elf monk, LN, 103):
Oranoth can project his spirit into two gigantic dragon claws. He is considered one of the best at spiritual projection since Nirnoth Aenihar.
Naifina Aenihar
(lunar elf monk, LG, 119):
Despite not being able to project her spirit, she is still a wise and powerful monk who wields a glaivebow with great poise. Naifina is a Sentinel of the Wardens, where she commands a squad.
Deceased
Nirnoth Aenihar
(lunar elf monk, LN, 510-793):
The first known monk who was able to project their spirit. He married Tenelie Sildoren, who is known as the greatest elven astronomer of all time.