The 5 race for GW2 appears to be:
Sylvari
Asuras
Charr
Norn
Human
We already know about Human and Charr. A bit of information on Asuras (thought unsure why they look small). Norn seem to orginated from Norse Mythology. But Sylvari is a bit mystic. Seem like a new race type they create. Here are some links...
Asuras
http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Asuras
http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Asura_%28Buddhism%29
http://images.google.com/images?hl=e...=1&sa=N&tab=wi
http://gw.gamewikis.org/wiki/Asura
Norn
http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Norns
http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Norns_in_popular_culture
http://images.google.com/images?sour...=1&sa=N&tab=wi
Charr
http://gw.gamewikis.org/wiki/Charr
So... in specualtions... guess Norn might be Angel like (cause "everybody" love wings). Sylvari is a bit harder to guess. But if do compareson with other MMO type.... as we have the brute type, Charr, the small cute type, Ausra, and maybe a elf-like, Norn, Sylvari would be the Dark-elf like race. So might be something that is darker, or even undead.
Well, thats all specualtions of couse... what do you think?
Norn and Sylvari?
actionjack
Winterclaw
What I don't get is why centaurs and dwarves aren't playable since they are in Tyria as well.
I'm thinking the sylvari are going to end up being elves.
I'm thinking the sylvari are going to end up being elves.
actionjack
Norn might be dwarves too... as they have the root in Nores mythology...
Mercury Angel
Sylvaries are supposedly sprite-like beings attuned to nature, so I'd imagine drawing parallels to elves wouldn't be so far off.
Tempy
Norns are supposed to be half-giants
lucifer_uk
Sylvari exactly like elf's or magical beings of those types.
I would say more but I'm already 1 strike away from a ban because i've been talking about them and posting stuff.
I would say more but I'm already 1 strike away from a ban because i've been talking about them and posting stuff.
Cataclysm
If they make Norns look like this
I'mma have to kill someone.
I'mma have to kill someone.
xBakox
Sylvari are basically elves with a druid twist.
Norns are half giants with a typical Dwarven personality it seems (without the gold loving) and have a Dwarven looking face.
I dunno about the Sylvans but the Norns look pretty sweet.
Norns are half giants with a typical Dwarven personality it seems (without the gold loving) and have a Dwarven looking face.
I dunno about the Sylvans but the Norns look pretty sweet.
Free Runner
Charr and Asurians you will already have seen.
Going off the info into my own summery of the other two races.
Sylvari will instantly be dismissed by you guys as Elves from their appearence (no pointy ears though). They look young and innocent and sport green hair. They are connected to plants in a way and woke up in the new age of Tyria,naive to everything that is happening/has happend. They know nothing of sorrow or hatred two things which plague Tyria constantly.
Norn look pretty huge. One in the picture sports a red beard and rough look. They are obviously a race where strength comes first. They are able to shapeshift into huge bear-like creatures. They typically look liek an agressive race though some would say they bear resemblence to the Dwarves of Deldrimor only taller.
Going off the info into my own summery of the other two races.
Sylvari will instantly be dismissed by you guys as Elves from their appearence (no pointy ears though). They look young and innocent and sport green hair. They are connected to plants in a way and woke up in the new age of Tyria,naive to everything that is happening/has happend. They know nothing of sorrow or hatred two things which plague Tyria constantly.
Norn look pretty huge. One in the picture sports a red beard and rough look. They are obviously a race where strength comes first. They are able to shapeshift into huge bear-like creatures. They typically look liek an agressive race though some would say they bear resemblence to the Dwarves of Deldrimor only taller.
Knightsaber Sith
Says Norn are shape-shifting half giants
Tide to Go
see i told everyone there where going to ee shape shifters.....thought it was a proffesion for eye of the north though......
Silly Warrior
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see i told everyone there where going to ee shape shifters.....thought it was a proffesion for eye of the north though......
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Tide, I would like to take this moment to rub in your face your idea about Zehlon Reach.......lol. You were wrong...I was right...and I didn't even declare anything to begin with.
So...since theres no professions, and no Zehlon Reach...how do you feel Tide...good...lol.
(End Sacasm)
Anet knows we hate cute and cuddley things...especially an entire race...and on top of that..playable.
So I doubt a warrior for any of these professions is going to look stupid. Anet is going to create a unique way of introducing Elves....in a more Guildwarish way.
Don't fret about it guys, these races aren't going to look stupid. (looks at Gaile Grey)
Although I am wondering what all of them will end up looking like...
xshadowwolfx
So im guessing
Humans = Humans
Charr = Beastish Race
Norn = Dumb and tough mini giants (lol)
Asurians = Little people
Sylvari = Elvish? Nature....
Awwwwww that sucks we are still missing dwarves....waaaa
BTW that Asurian looked more like golem from Lord of the rings...not cuddley kinda creepy. Though a charr could step on it. I want to see an Asurian warrior.
Humans = Humans
Charr = Beastish Race
Norn = Dumb and tough mini giants (lol)
Asurians = Little people
Sylvari = Elvish? Nature....
Awwwwww that sucks we are still missing dwarves....waaaa
BTW that Asurian looked more like golem from Lord of the rings...not cuddley kinda creepy. Though a charr could step on it. I want to see an Asurian warrior.
mrmango
Dwarves will be in Gwen
xshadowwolfx
I mean playable dwarves.
Envious
Now I've seen how the other two races look like; Norns and Sylvari's, I'm so interested in the Sylvari's, Asurians, and Charr's. Hell, I'd like to try out all of them.
Guardian of the Light
Ooo I like the Sylvari.
My friends are debating on what race/side we should choose.
My friends are debating on what race/side we should choose.
Alex the Great
norns- vikings
asuras- small because they are a MINIATURE
Sylvari- as a latin student, silva means forest, so probably elves/druids
asuras- small because they are a MINIATURE
Sylvari- as a latin student, silva means forest, so probably elves/druids
Soldat
Nice connection made between "Silvari" and "silva". I study Latin as well, and somehow did not make the connection between the two.
Anyway, xBakox's link does have pictures of what the playable races look like. (I think it's in the 8th post of that thread.) Ya'll oughtta check 'em out.
Anyway, xBakox's link does have pictures of what the playable races look like. (I think it's in the 8th post of that thread.) Ya'll oughtta check 'em out.
1 up and 2 down
If we get to choose sides, I want to choose the Charr! I love the pre-searing look. The sylvari are aslo pretty cool. So it is going to be a tough choice for me.
Echis
you could also look at it like this
common term for elves: Sylvan
GW2 Forest Spirits: Sylvari
n -> ri
slight change of name, and you got something totally new.
common term for elves: Sylvan
GW2 Forest Spirits: Sylvari
n -> ri
slight change of name, and you got something totally new.
xshadowwolfx
Well, its better than just going out and calling them a magical race of elves. ANet Guild War ifed the elves to give you Sylvari, and I like it.
creelie
I think I can tolerate an elvoid race, just so long as it's more Avatar of Melandru than Liv Tyler.
*reads thread, looks at pictures*
Oh, blargh. BLARGH I say! ELVESES! WE HATES THEM! They're not older and wiser than everyone else, but they're still designed for the Sparklypoo set. BLARGH!
At least the other three races are cool. Asura are sinister bunny-gnomes, Norns are giant shamans, and Charr are Charr.
I guess I have to admit with all these tough, gnarly races coming in, the sparkly Sylvari add balance.
*reads thread, looks at pictures*
Oh, blargh. BLARGH I say! ELVESES! WE HATES THEM! They're not older and wiser than everyone else, but they're still designed for the Sparklypoo set. BLARGH!
At least the other three races are cool. Asura are sinister bunny-gnomes, Norns are giant shamans, and Charr are Charr.
I guess I have to admit with all these tough, gnarly races coming in, the sparkly Sylvari add balance.
arcanemacabre
Everything I read about the norns seem to suggest a pre-cognitive, angelic, and witchcraft-linked people. So I have this vision of gypsy-looking angels, possibly very hippieish, earthy, peaceful, and neutral.
Sylvari I could see being elfish, in the arrogant, athletic, and royal sense. I'm picturing Kurzick-like, where they have a love for art and nature, but care more about how they look and how much better they are than everyone else. Pointy ears? Not a real requirement, I think. They could be good or evil, I dunno.
The Asuras will likely replace Dwarves as short, industrious people. Probably engineers, all about technology and all about the bigger, better weapon. I'm thinking they'll be good, but hungry for war, since war craves technology.
Charr are probably jealous of humans and what they accomplish. They could be a proud, honorable people, or they could go straight savage, or somewhere in-between. Hard to tell where they will go from here. Good or evil.
Humans will most likely continue to infest the globe with their civilization, pissing off as many other races as possible. Good and evil.
Sylvari I could see being elfish, in the arrogant, athletic, and royal sense. I'm picturing Kurzick-like, where they have a love for art and nature, but care more about how they look and how much better they are than everyone else. Pointy ears? Not a real requirement, I think. They could be good or evil, I dunno.
The Asuras will likely replace Dwarves as short, industrious people. Probably engineers, all about technology and all about the bigger, better weapon. I'm thinking they'll be good, but hungry for war, since war craves technology.
Charr are probably jealous of humans and what they accomplish. They could be a proud, honorable people, or they could go straight savage, or somewhere in-between. Hard to tell where they will go from here. Good or evil.
Humans will most likely continue to infest the globe with their civilization, pissing off as many other races as possible. Good and evil.
actionjack
Yes, thanks xBakox for the link.. that clearfy alot of the speculations.
It lead me into this speculation/suggestion.. if anyone is interested...
http://www.guildwarsguru.com/forum/s...php?t=10133507
It lead me into this speculation/suggestion.. if anyone is interested...
http://www.guildwarsguru.com/forum/s...php?t=10133507
Knightsaber Sith
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Sylvari:
curious,gifted
-beings of light uncorrupted by sorrow/suspicion/hatred
-proficient in things related to magic/dexterity
-supernatural connection to plants, innate bond to each other
Norn:
individualistic, stubborn
-shape-shifting half giants
-value personal strength/vitory
-revere spirits of animals/call upon them like shamans
-can turn into half bear
The Norn seem to have a slight Celtic influence.
Sylvari:
curious,gifted
-beings of light uncorrupted by sorrow/suspicion/hatred
-proficient in things related to magic/dexterity
-supernatural connection to plants, innate bond to each other
Norn:
individualistic, stubborn
-shape-shifting half giants
-value personal strength/vitory
-revere spirits of animals/call upon them like shamans
-can turn into half bear
The Norn seem to have a slight Celtic influence.
Arduin
Holy! Thanks for the info all!
BTW, that Asura really is looking.....psycho or something
BTW, that Asura really is looking.....psycho or something
supreme ritual
O__O; *wants to turn back time when only prophesies existed*
i do not see any class as healing
are we gonna use potions ?
i do not see any class as healing
are we gonna use potions ?
Eighty Five
So in other words, the Sylvari could be a hybrid of Druid/Elves?
Since there are no elves in Guild Wars, and the Druids have been gone; even before the first chapter starts.
Since there are no elves in Guild Wars, and the Druids have been gone; even before the first chapter starts.
netniwk
all that talk about norn being able to turn into bears make it look like every race is bound to a class,or would every race has its unique abillity on top of their class skills? would be quitte lame as every warrior will want to be a norn for the increase armor+melee dmg. ofcourse i know the game is still in a very early stage
Sai of Winter
You guys should check out the picture of the female Norn, you'll be like "Whoa." Xena anyone? o_o
Jecht Scye
meh, the only ones that seem somewhat interesting are the charr and Sylvarians to me. I think I'll stick to humans though.
Omega X
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Knightsaber Sith
awww, sorries 
Issac
If they don't look cool in game, im sticking with humans lol.
*Alexiel*
^ Agreed! My characters have to be prettyful! XD
though I know I'll make an asura cos theyre just adorable..and call it Binky or something
though I know I'll make an asura cos theyre just adorable..and call it Binky or something
Alex the Great
you got it all wrong........
go to this site http://www.theguildfriends.com/forum...ead.php?t=2106
it has pictures and quotes from the races
norns- half-giants with ability to transform to bear things
sylvari-sylva=tree in latin, they are forest spirits that are naive and inocent
Asura- spart, condesending little things that want to rule the bigger races, extreamly smart and technicly minded.
go to this site http://www.theguildfriends.com/forum...ead.php?t=2106
it has pictures and quotes from the races
norns- half-giants with ability to transform to bear things
sylvari-sylva=tree in latin, they are forest spirits that are naive and inocent
Asura- spart, condesending little things that want to rule the bigger races, extreamly smart and technicly minded.
Envious
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all that talk about norn being able to turn into bears make it look like every race is bound to a class,or would every race has its unique abillity on top of their class skills? would be quitte lame as every warrior will want to be a norn for the increase armor+melee dmg. ofcourse i know the game is still in a very early stage
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Knightsaber Sith
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you got it all wrong........
go to this site |