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	The '''House of Illistim''' is one of the seven original elven noble houses, founded by the scholar [[Linsandrych Illistim]]. Their seat of power is the City-State of [[Ta'Illistim]] in eastern Elanith. The crest of the House of Illistim is a peacock on a field of sapphire blue, the royal jewel is a white diamond, and their heraldic statement is "Knowledge is the key to eternity."		The '''House of Illistim''' is one of the seven original elven noble houses, founded by the scholar [[Linsandrych Illistim]]. Their seat of power is the City-State of [[Ta'Illistim]] in eastern Elanith. The crest of the House of Illistim is a peacock on a field of sapphire blue, the royal jewel is a white diamond, and their heraldic statement is "Knowledge is the key to eternity."

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	It is often said that no other culture values knowledge more than the Illistim elves. Their loremasters are renowned for their scholarship, and the skill of their artificers has produced many of the greatest magical artifacts in elven history. The [[Library Aies]] in Ta'Illistim is the oldest extant repository of knowledge on the continent, except perhaps when a fragment of the archives of [[Fash'lo'nae]] manifests on the material plane.		It is often said that no other culture values knowledge more than the Illistim elves. Their loremasters are renowned for their scholarship, and the skill of their artificers has produced many of the greatest magical artifacts in elven history. The [[Library Aies]] in Ta'Illistim is the oldest extant repository of knowledge on the continent, except perhaps when a fragment of the archives of [[Fash'lo'nae]] manifests on the material plane.

	The Illistim monarch is addressed as the [[Argent Mirror]]. Historically, the role has been predominantly female. The current Argent Mirror is [[~~Myasara~~]].		The Illistim monarch is addressed as the [[Argent Mirror]]. Historically, the role has been predominantly female. The current Argent Mirror is [[Sayilla Javilerre\|Sayilla]].

	Illistim society is quite accessible by elven standards. All families are considered 'noble' in some fashion, and all have the right to attend court functions or enter into any of the prestigious orders. Some families have historically been more prominent due to their achievements and have had more influence and resources than others, but a member of any family will be honored for their individual merit. Representatives of the city-state are present in many organizations with a keen eye for discovering talent.		Illistim society is quite accessible by elven standards. All families are considered 'noble' in some fashion, and all have the right to attend court functions or enter into any of the prestigious orders. Some families have historically been more prominent due to their achievements and have had more influence and resources than others, but a member of any family will be honored for their individual merit. Representatives of the city-state are present in many organizations with a keen eye for discovering talent.
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	*[[Elven Dogma and Theology]]		*[[Elven Dogma and Theology]]
	*[[Ta'Illistim Awards]]		*[[Ta'Illistim Awards]]
			*[[Illistim Coronation Ceremonies]]

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	The '''House of Illistim''' is one of the seven original elven noble houses, founded by the scholar [[Linsandrych Illistim]]. Their seat of power is the City-State of [[Ta'Illistim]] in eastern Elanith. The crest of the House of Illistim is a peacock on a field of sapphire blue, the royal jewel is a white diamond, and their heraldic statement is "Knowledge is the key to eternity."		The '''House of Illistim''' is one of the seven original elven noble houses, founded by the scholar [[Linsandrych Illistim]]. Their seat of power is the City-State of [[Ta'Illistim]] in eastern Elanith. The crest of the House of Illistim is a peacock on a field of sapphire blue, the royal jewel is a white diamond, and their heraldic statement is "Knowledge is the key to eternity."

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	== Culture ==		== Culture ==
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	It is often said that no other culture values knowledge more than the Illistim elves. Their loremasters are renowned for their scholarship, and the skill of their artificers has produced many of the greatest magical artifacts in elven history. The [[Library Aies]] in Ta'Illistim is the oldest extant repository of knowledge on the continent, except perhaps when a fragment of the archives of [[Fash'lo'nae]] manifests on the material plane.		It is often said that no other culture values knowledge more than the Illistim elves. Their loremasters are renowned for their scholarship, and the skill of their artificers has produced many of the greatest magical artifacts in elven history. The [[Library Aies]] in Ta'Illistim is the oldest extant repository of knowledge on the continent, except perhaps when a fragment of the archives of [[Fash'lo'nae]] manifests on the material plane.
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	In 5119 M.E., the [[Valley of Gold]] treaty was signed by Argent Mirror Myasara and Emperor [[Aurmont Chandrennin Anodheles]] of Turamzzyr, declaring mutual respect and friendship between the nations. King [[Qalinor Vaalor]] stood as witness at the signing, though onlookers recounted that he seemed somewhat displeased. The signing was also met with consternation in Ta'Nalfein.		In 5119 M.E., the [[Valley of Gold]] treaty was signed by Argent Mirror Myasara and Emperor [[Aurmont Chandrennin Anodheles]] of Turamzzyr, declaring mutual respect and friendship between the nations. King [[Qalinor Vaalor]] stood as witness at the signing, though onlookers recounted that he seemed somewhat displeased. The signing was also met with consternation in Ta'Nalfein.

	The Illistim tend to be more accepting of [[half-elf\|half-elves]] than the other elven houses. Throughout the history of Ta'Illistim, many scholars of other races have come to study in its libraries, so children of mixed parentage have always been a relatively common sight in the city. Among the famous half-elves who have resided in Ta'Illistim were [[Tirnelle Maefyrne]] and [[Aramur Forean]]. However, despite their frequent residency, half-elves are not granted [[citizenship]] in in most cases.		The Illistim tend to be more accepting of [[half-elf\|half-elves]] than the other elven houses. Throughout the history of Ta'Illistim, many scholars of other races have come to study in its libraries, so children of mixed parentage have always been a relatively common sight in the city. Among the famous half-elves who have resided in Ta'Illistim were [[Tirnelle Maefyrne]] and [[Aramur Forean]]. However, despite their frequent residency, half-elves are not granted [[citizenship]] in most cases.

	Ta'Illistim also has a sizeable population of [[burghal gnome]]s of the [[Winedotter]] bloodline, who were granted residency under the reign of Argent Mirror [[Ardtin]].		Ta'Illistim also has a sizeable population of [[burghal gnome]]s of the [[Winedotter]] bloodline, who were granted residency under the reign of Argent Mirror [[Ardtin]].

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	*[http://www.play.net/gs4/info/tomes/elven_history/elvendogma.asp Elven Dogma and Theology at Play.net]		*[http://www.play.net/gs4/info/tomes/elven_history/elvendogma.asp Elven Dogma and Theology at Play.net]

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	Illistim society was infamously egalitarian, and divided into a number of prestigious branches. Among these included the [[Masters of Lore\|Loremasters]], the [[Elemancers]], the [[Artificers]], the [[Arch Magi]], the [[Sapphire Guard]], the [[Council of Thrones]], and royal representatives such as the [[Seneschal]] or liaisons to the court within all of the state branches. There was also mention of an [[Illistim Ministry of Scholars]]. However, there were many people who were less high profile, being little more than farmers or shopkeeps. It is important to note that these were all branches of the state, and that the funding was generous for the elite.		Illistim society was infamously egalitarian, and divided into a number of prestigious branches. Among these included the [[Masters of Lore\|Loremasters]], the [[Elemancers]], the [[Artificers]], the [[Arch Magi]], the [[Sapphire Guard]], the [[Council of Thrones]], and royal representatives such as the [[Seneschal]] or liaisons to the court within all of the state branches. There was also mention of an [[Illistim Ministry of Scholars]]. However, there were many people who were less high profile, being little more than farmers or shopkeeps. It is important to note that these were all branches of the state, and that the funding was generous for the elite.
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	==Prominent Groups==		==Prominent Groups==

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			{{House
			\| crest = a peacock on a field of sapphire
			\| jewel = diamond (white)
			\| statement = "Knowledge is the key to eternity."
			\| founder = [[Linsandrych Illistim]]
			\| ruler = [[Myasara Illistim\|Argent Mirror Myasara]]
			}}

	One of seven original noble houses of [[elves]], the '''House of Illistim''' was said to have valued knowledge above all else, its members having been known as great scholars. It was said that no other [[:Category:Races and Cultures\|culture]] in [[Elanthia]] valued knowledge more than the Illistim did, and they were the creators of some of the most powerful elven artifacts due to their mastery of magic. The House Illistim seat of power was in the City-State of [[Ta'Illistim]], often called "The Shining City." It was held by the [[Argent Mirror]], who is presently [[Queen Myasara]]. The [[Kielanathia Maraellynde Illistim\|heraldic statement]] of House Illistim was: "Knowledge is the key to eternity."		One of seven original noble houses of [[elves]], the '''House of Illistim''' was said to have valued knowledge above all else, its members having been known as great scholars. It was said that no other [[:Category:Races and Cultures\|culture]] in [[Elanthia]] valued knowledge more than the Illistim did, and they were the creators of some of the most powerful elven artifacts due to their mastery of magic. The House Illistim seat of power was in the City-State of [[Ta'Illistim]], often called "The Shining City." It was held by the [[Argent Mirror]], who is presently [[Queen Myasara]]. The [[Kielanathia Maraellynde Illistim\|heraldic statement]] of House Illistim was: "Knowledge is the key to eternity."

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	One of seven original noble houses of [[elves]], the '''House of Illistim''' was said to have valued knowledge above all else, its members having been known as great scholars. It was said that no other [[:Category:Races and Cultures\|culture]] in [[Elanthia]] valued knowledge more than the Illistim did, and they were the creators of some of the most powerful elven artifacts due to their mastery of magic. The House Illistim seat of power was in the City-State of [[Ta'Illistim]], often called "The Shining City." It was held by the [[Argent Mirror]], who is presently [[Queen Myasara]].		One of seven original noble houses of [[elves]], the '''House of Illistim''' was said to have valued knowledge above all else, its members having been known as great scholars. It was said that no other [[:Category:Races and Cultures\|culture]] in [[Elanthia]] valued knowledge more than the Illistim did, and they were the creators of some of the most powerful elven artifacts due to their mastery of magic. The House Illistim seat of power was in the City-State of [[Ta'Illistim]], often called "The Shining City." It was held by the [[Argent Mirror]], who is presently [[Queen Myasara]]. The [[Kielanathia Maraellynde Illistim\|heraldic statement]] of House Illistim was: "Knowledge is the key to eternity."

	"The Shining City" owes its title to a famous poem by [[Isildrich Greyvael Illistim]]. Ta'Illistim was founded by [[Linsandrych Illistim]], who built [[Library Aies]] and [[Ta'Illistim Keep]]. The House began when she was joined by the Chronicle keepers in -49,107 Modern Era, who might be the [[Order of Lorekeepers]] society, which Linsandrych's grand-daughter [[Adonethwen]] was a member of after abdicating.		"The Shining City" owes its title to a famous poem by [[Isildrich Greyvael Illistim]]. Ta'Illistim was founded by [[Linsandrych Illistim]], who built [[Library Aies]] and [[Ta'Illistim Keep]]. The House began when she was joined by the Chronicle keepers in -49,107 Modern Era, who might be the [[Order of Lorekeepers]] society, which Linsandrych's grand-daughter [[Adonethwen]] was a member of after abdicating.
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	*[[Ta'Illistim Monarchs\|"Linsandrych's Legacy: A Detailed Examination of the Dynastic Argent Mirrors and Their Contributions to Illistimi Society With Notes On Selected Post-Lanenreat Figures"]] - [[Hiraani Gael Illistim]] (5110 Modern Era)		*[[Ta'Illistim Monarchs\|"Linsandrych's Legacy: A Detailed Examination of the Dynastic Argent Mirrors and Their Contributions to Illistimi Society With Notes On Selected Post-Lanenreat Figures"]] - [[Hiraani Gael Illistim]] (5110 Modern Era)
	*[http://www.play.net/gs4/info/races/cultures/elf/illistim_1.asp Illistim Culture at Play.net] - [[Haethera Illuvassas Illistim]] (5109 Modern Era)		*[http://www.play.net/gs4/info/races/cultures/elf/illistim_1.asp Illistim Culture at Play.net] - [[Haethera Illuvassas Illistim]] (5109 Modern Era)
			*[http://www.play.net/gs4/info/tomes/elven_history/heraldry.asp The Layman's Guide to Elven Heraldry at Play.net] - [[Kielanathia Maraellynde Illistim]] (5103 Modern Era)
	*[http://www.play.net/gs4/info/races/cultures/elf.asp Official Documentation on Elves at Play.net]		*[http://www.play.net/gs4/info/races/cultures/elf.asp Official Documentation on Elves at Play.net]
	*[http://www.play.net/gs4/info/tomes/elven_history/elvendogma.asp Elven Dogma and Theology at Play.net]		*[http://www.play.net/gs4/info/tomes/elven_history/elvendogma.asp Elven Dogma and Theology at Play.net]

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	One of seven original noble houses of [[elves]], the '''House of Illistim''' was said to have valued knowledge above all else, its members having been known as great scholars. It was said that no other [[:Category:Races and Cultures\|culture]] in [[Elanthia]] valued knowledge more than the Illistim did, and they were the creators of some of the most powerful elven artifacts due to their mastery of magic. The House Illistim seat of power was in the City-State of [[Ta'Illistim]], often called "The Shining City." It was held by the [[Argent Mirror]], who is presently [[Queen Myasara]].		One of seven original noble houses of [[elves]], the '''House of Illistim''' was said to have valued knowledge above all else, its members having been known as great scholars. It was said that no other [[:Category:Races and Cultures\|culture]] in [[Elanthia]] valued knowledge more than the Illistim did, and they were the creators of some of the most powerful elven artifacts due to their mastery of magic. The House Illistim seat of power was in the City-State of [[Ta'Illistim]], often called "The Shining City." It was held by the [[Argent Mirror]], who is presently [[Queen Myasara]].

	"The Shining City" owes its title to a famous poem by [[Isildrich Greyvael Illistim]].		"The Shining City" owes its title to a famous poem by [[Isildrich Greyvael Illistim]]. Ta'Illistim was founded by [[Linsandrych Illistim]], who built [[Library Aies]] and [[Ta'Illistim Keep]]. The House began when she was joined by the Chronicle keepers in -49,107 Modern Era, who might be the [[Order of Lorekeepers]] society, which Linsandrych's grand-daughter [[Adonethwen]] was a member of after abdicating.

	Illistim society was infamously egalitarian, and divided into a number of prestigious branches. Among these included the [[Masters of Lore\|Loremasters]], the [[Elemancers]], the [[Artificers]], the [[Arch Magi]], the [[Sapphire Guard]], the [[Council of Thrones]], and royal representatives such as the [[Seneschal]]. There was also mention of an [[Illistim Ministry of Scholars]]. However, there were many people who were less high profile, being little more than farmers or shopkeeps. It is important to note that these were all branches of the state, and that the funding was generous for the elite.		Illistim society was infamously egalitarian, and divided into a number of prestigious branches. Among these included the [[Masters of Lore\|Loremasters]], the [[Elemancers]], the [[Artificers]], the [[Arch Magi]], the [[Sapphire Guard]], the [[Council of Thrones]], and royal representatives such as the [[Seneschal]] or liaisons to the court within all of the state branches. There was also mention of an [[Illistim Ministry of Scholars]]. However, there were many people who were less high profile, being little more than farmers or shopkeeps. It is important to note that these were all branches of the state, and that the funding was generous for the elite.

	==Prominent Groups==		==Prominent Groups==

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	One of seven original noble houses of [[elves]], the '''House of Illistim''' was said to have valued knowledge above all else, its members having been known as great scholars. It was said that no other [[:Category:Races and Cultures\|culture]] in [[Elanthia]] valued knowledge more than the Illistim did, and they were the creators of some of the most powerful of artifacts ~~produced by elves~~ due to their mastery of magic. The House of Illistim seat of power was in the City-State of [[Ta'Illistim]], often called "The Shining City." It was held by the [[Argent Mirror]], who is presently [[Queen Myasara]].		One of seven original noble houses of [[elves]], the '''House of Illistim''' was said to have valued knowledge above all else, its members having been known as great scholars. It was said that no other [[:Category:Races and Cultures\|culture]] in [[Elanthia]] valued knowledge more than the Illistim did, and they were the creators of some of the most powerful elven artifacts due to their mastery of magic. The House Illistim seat of power was in the City-State of [[Ta'Illistim]], often called "The Shining City." It was held by the [[Argent Mirror]], who is presently [[Queen Myasara]].

	"The Shining City" owes its title to a famous poem by [[Isildrich Greyvael Illistim]].		"The Shining City" owes its title to a famous poem by [[Isildrich Greyvael Illistim]].

	Illistim society was infamously egalitarian, and divided into a number of ~~recognizable~~ branches. Among these ~~include~~ the [[Masters of Lore\|Loremasters]], the [[Elemancers]], the [[Artificers]], the [[Arch Magi]], the [[Sapphire Guard]], the [[Council of Thrones]], and royal representatives such as the [[Seneschal]]. There was also mention of an [[Illistim Ministry of Scholars]]. However, there were many people who were less high profile, being little more than farmers or shopkeeps. It is important to note that these were all branches of the state, and that the funding was generous for the elite.		Illistim society was infamously egalitarian, and divided into a number of prestigious branches. Among these included the [[Masters of Lore\|Loremasters]], the [[Elemancers]], the [[Artificers]], the [[Arch Magi]], the [[Sapphire Guard]], the [[Council of Thrones]], and royal representatives such as the [[Seneschal]]. There was also mention of an [[Illistim Ministry of Scholars]]. However, there were many people who were less high profile, being little more than farmers or shopkeeps. It is important to note that these were all branches of the state, and that the funding was generous for the elite.

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	==See Also==		==See Also==
	*[[Protocol and Etiquette: Behavior Within the Court of the Illistimi Elves]]		*[[Protocol and Etiquette: Behavior Within the Court of the Illistimi Elves\|"Protocol and Etiquette: Behavior Within the Court of the Illistimi Elves"]] - [[Hiraani Gael Illistim]] (5109 Modern Era)
			*[[Ta'Illistim Monarchs\|"Linsandrych's Legacy: A Detailed Examination of the Dynastic Argent Mirrors and Their Contributions to Illistimi Society With Notes On Selected Post-Lanenreat Figures"]] - [[Hiraani Gael Illistim]] (5110 Modern Era)
	*[[Protocol and Etiquette: Behavior Within the Court of the Illistim Elves (saved post)]]
	*[http://www.play.net/gs4/info/races/cultures/elf/illistim_1.asp Illistim Culture at Play.net]		*[http://www.play.net/gs4/info/races/cultures/elf/illistim_1.asp Illistim Culture at Play.net] - [[Haethera Illuvassas Illistim]] (5109 Modern Era)
	*[http://www.play.net/gs4/info/races/cultures/elf.asp Official Documentation on Elves at Play.net]		*[http://www.play.net/gs4/info/races/cultures/elf.asp Official Documentation on Elves at Play.net]
			*[http://www.play.net/gs4/info/tomes/elven_history/elvendogma.asp Elven Dogma and Theology at Play.net]

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	*[[Protocol and Etiquette: Behavior Within the Court of the Illistimi Elves\|"Protocol and Etiquette: Behavior Within the Court of the Illistimi Elves"]] - [[Hiraani Gael Illistim]] (5109 Modern Era)		*[[Protocol and Etiquette: Behavior Within the Court of the Illistimi Elves\|"Protocol and Etiquette: Behavior Within the Court of the Illistimi Elves"]] - [[Hiraani Gael Illistim]] (5109 Modern Era)
	*[[Ta'Illistim Monarchs\|"Linsandrych's Legacy: A Detailed Examination of the Dynastic Argent Mirrors and Their Contributions to Illistimi Society With Notes On Selected Post-Lanenreat Figures"]] - [[Hiraani Gael Illistim]] (5110 Modern Era)		*[[Ta'Illistim Monarchs\|"Linsandrych's Legacy: A Detailed Examination of the Dynastic Argent Mirrors and Their Contributions to Illistimi Society With Notes On Selected Post-Lanenreat Figures"]] - [[Hiraani Gael Illistim]] (5110 Modern Era)
			*[[Ta'Illistim Awards\|Ta'Illistim Awards]]
	*[http://www.play.net/gs4/info/races/cultures/elf/illistim_1.asp Illistim Culture at Play.net] - [[Haethera Illuvassas Illistim]] (5109 Modern Era)		*[http://www.play.net/gs4/info/races/cultures/elf/illistim_1.asp Illistim Culture at Play.net] - [[Haethera Illuvassas Illistim]] (5109 Modern Era)
	*[http://www.play.net/gs4/info/tomes/elven_history/heraldry.asp The Layman's Guide to Elven Heraldry at Play.net] - [[Kielanathia Maraellynde Illistim]] (5103 Modern Era)		*[http://www.play.net/gs4/info/tomes/elven_history/heraldry.asp The Layman's Guide to Elven Heraldry at Play.net] - [[Kielanathia Maraellynde Illistim]] (5103 Modern Era)