Rank 4: Elves
- Known representatives: Galadriel, Legolas, Arwen, Elrond
- Races: Noldor, Sindar, Teleri, Avari
The Elves are among the oldest, most intelligent, and skilled beings in Middle-earth. They possess both powerful magic, as well as mental and physical strength. Moreover, they can handle a bow and arrow with remarkable accuracy.
Physically, elves are usually taller and more graceful than men. They are very enduring, can travel long distances without resting, possess high pain resistance, and are immune to diseases.
Notoriously, there is a traditional hatred between elves and dwarves. Accordingly, the question of which of the two races is stronger is quite controversial. Dwarves probably have the edge when it comes to raw strength and toughness. Elves, on the other hand, are more skillful and faster. Overall, we give the Elves the advantage here as they have better ranged combat and magic. In doubt, a dwarf should not even get into melee range.
