Originally Posted by nuncle
That has been established since 1818 and was most popularly used by JRR Tolkien. It's part of the literary currency of the fantasy genre.
I love the story about his conversation with editor about this. laugh
Not sure if its true ... but its awesome anyway.

I still dont understand why cant we change Race for our hirelings. frown
Lets us play Githyanki as racist as they trully are! frown