What's the difference between a fae and a pixie?

Fairies are just like miniature human beings with large wings on their backs whereas pixies have colored skin and hair with butterfly wings. Pixies are smaller than fairies. Pixies are 4 inches in size whereas fairies are 6 inches in size. Pixies are mischievous and constantly fight with fairies.

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Are pixies considered fae?

Pixies are a type of land fae, some of the Small Folk. They are not descended from Oberon or his ladies, but are descended exclusively from Maeve, who bled onto some stones which became the first Pixie eggs. The Aes Sidhe are descended from them.

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What is a pixie fae?

pixie, also spelled pixy, in the folklore of southwestern England, tiny elflike spirit or mischievous fairy dressed in green who dances in the moonlight to the music of frogs and crickets. Its favourite pastimes are leading travelers astray and frightening young maidens.

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Are fairy and fae the same?

A fairy (also fay, fae, fey, fair folk, or faerie) is a type of mythical being or legendary creature found in the folklore of multiple European cultures (including Celtic, Slavic, Germanic, English, and French folklore), a form of spirit, often described as metaphysical, supernatural, or preternatural.

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Is Tinkerbell a pixie or a fairy?

About Tinker Bell

From Peter Pan to Pixie Hollow, Tinker Bell is the spirited fairy we all believe in—with faith, trust and pixie dust.

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What is a male pixie called?

Male fairies are simply called fairies. There is no gender distinction. According to folklore, however, there are dozens of types of fairies, and a number of these types are primarily or exclusively male.

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What does it mean to be called a pixie?

specifically : a cheerful mischievous sprite. : a usually petite vivacious woman or girl.

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What makes a fae a fae?

Regardless of the name used, the fae are generally understood to be more than mere mortals, but less than gods. They are associated with nature, have magical powers and an inclination to interfere with humans. Throughout history they were associated with ghosts, spirits, demigods, demons and devils.

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Are fae asexual?

While they would seem to prefer to use couples in the conventional manner, Fae are capable of reproducing asexually, and only one parent (of either gender) is actually required.

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What are the fae rules?

Rules of the Fey
  • Never say 'Thank you' to them. ...
  • Never, ever accept a gift from a Fey. ...
  • Never lie to a Fey. ...
  • Always keep your word when dealing with a Fey. ...
  • The Fey hate dirty water. ...
  • Never brag about any interaction that you may have with them. ...
  • Don't spy on them or capture their likeness without their permission.

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What powers does a pixie have?

Traditional pixies were described as miniature humans, often dressed in rags. Some had wings, and some could change their shape at will. Unlike most fairies, pixies were not usually said to have magical abilities.

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Are pixies good or bad?

Belief in pixies has been attributed to Celtic or pre-Celtic belief in spirits, in this case, little spirits both good and bad that can help or hinder human beings.

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What is edgy pixie?

An edgy pixie bob looks stunning on ladies with an oval face shape. It consists of smooth, evenly cut layers that taper into one side that's longer than the other. A pixie that's edgy can be styled in many different ways. It's suitable for all hair textures and is overall beautiful.

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Are trolls a type of Fae?

A Troll is a type of Under Fae species.

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What are the two types of fairies?

Seelie and Unseelie Courts

In Scottish folklore, faeries are divided into the Seelie Court and the Unseelie Court.

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Do Fae have wings?

The Fae are tiny creatures with humanoid forms and beautiful, bright and colourful wings as large as their bodies. Their wings are unique in the sense that they have a thin, delicate frame with webby, membraneous skin coverings.

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Can Fae have a human mate?

Reproduction. Fae are capable of bearing children. Fae can reproduce with fae, humans, halflings, werewolves, werecats and possibly vampires.

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What is a true Fae?

True Fae are the immortal, mighty and remorseless inhabitants of Arcadia, the realm which lies beyond the Hedge. Also known as the Others, Gentry, Old Gods, Kindly Folk or simply Fae, they are creatures that abduct humans and gradually transform them into changelings.

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What color hair do Fae have?

Seelie faeries are often described as beautiful in a way that reflects their blessed, holy or pure nature: with hair that is blonde, white or colored in a natural—and almost human—way, pale crystalline skin, light eyes, and delicate, slender bodies.

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What color eyes do Fae have?

Their wings are often depicted as insect or butterfly like, the color and size varying from one Fae to another. - Eyes: Most of the faerie has green eyes (Seelies) or blood red to pitch black (Unseelies), tho the color may vary depending of the Fae origins and experiences.

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What are the levels of Fae?

These are: Spring, Summer, Autumn, Winter, Dawn, Day, and Night.

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What are the weaknesses of the Fae?

All fey share the same weaknesses as well, iron and ash wood.

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What is the personality of a pixie?

Pixies are a race of tiny fey, known for their pranks, merriment and dancing. They are perhaps the most iconic of the fey creatures. Personality: Pixies are mischievous, graceful and whimsical. They love dancing by moonlight in fairy-rings, having various contests and games, and practical jokes.

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What is another word for pixie?

synonyms: brownie, elf, gremlin, hob, imp, pixy. types: leprechaun. a mischievous elf in Irish folklore. sandman.

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What is the lifespan of a pixie?

Pixies do not age as normal races do, like most fey, they live indefinitely or until killed. Pixies reach maturity at 20.

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