Arkinian

The Arkinians are a non-human species and the ruling class of the Blessed Arkinian Empire

Physical Attributes
Arkinians were noted to be much more long lived and stronger than the average human. Arkinians typically had blue skin, pointed ears, andvarying colors of hair. Arkinians shed blue blood when cut, and functioned under the four lives humans did, though with benefits humans did not have. Arkinians were said to be possess great beauty and grace, and that was certainly physically true. Octavia Milianidas in particular was described numerous times to have been "art made flesh" Arkinians seemingly did not age nearly as fast as humans did, allowing them to secure lofty positions in the world order.

Place In The Empire
The Arkinians were always at the forefront of the Empire's affairs, running the top echelons of politics, military power, and various other important pursuits. They were the top of the ruling class, and were considered Noble from birth, with priveleges surpassing even those special humans who had their names in the Blue Book. Only Arkinians, specifically those of the Tempest Dynasty could become Emperor or Overseer. Other dynasties had various other positions, such as Archduke.

Trivia

 * Arkinians may be likened to Elves from various other fantasy works.
 * Arkinians are the only known race to be blessed directly by the Twins