Fae Courts - Quick Facts & Basics
The High Courts
The Seelie and Unseelie High Courts are the two most famous Fae courts
They are not the only Fae powers, just the largest and most united groups
There are many courts under both the Seelie and Unseelie kings
The High Courts are simply the wider ruling bodies while the smaller courts have rulers of their own
The High Courts do NOT include all Fae
The High Courts are NOT the only two Fae courts
Solitary Fae
Solitary Fae are not loyal to either the Seelie or Unseelie court
They can either be with a solitary court or remain entirely courtless
Solitary courts can be very powerful conquering forces
They can also be peaceful and more removed
There are strong allegiances and bitter rivalries between solitary courts
Solitary courts are much more likely to have a diverse population of both Seelie and Unseelie (as a race, not an allegiance) Fae, as well as other spirits and hybrids
Fae that are closer to the human world are more likely to be solitary than with a High Court
The cultures are all very different from one another, especially among the solitary Fae. Not all courts are equally dangerous to humans, not all courts are created equal in power or prestige, but all should be given the respect they deserve.
- Lith
