Animals as Family

Animals hold a special place in Eladian life.

They are not viewed simply as property, labor, or resources. Eladians generally treat animals as members of the larger community and believe they deserve the same basic respect shown to humanoid life.

Working animals are cared for closely. Injured creatures are treated when possible. Companion animals often become deeply integrated into family life, and many Eladians grow up forming strong bonds with the creatures around them.

This respect extends into Elada’s conservation and training traditions, where understanding an animal is valued more highly than dominating it.