There are 4 races of Alagaesia.Elf,Human,Dwarf,And Dragon.It does not matter what races you are if you want to be a Rider!Humans have no special powers and can take role as many things such as farmers,soldiers,healers,etc...Elves have magical powers and are able to use them in all sorts of ways.Dwarves are much shorter and do not have magin powers,also there are many Durgeitum(Clans).Dragons only come along once in a while with a new Dragon Rider.