elf

A gender-neutral elf with pointed ears, used for fantasy-fiction references (Lord of the Rings, Christmas elves, D&D characters), and one of the more visually flexible fantasy emoji since 'elf' spans both Tolkien-style noble warriors and Santa's cheerful helpers. Trivia: this dual meaning (heroic Tolkien elf vs. cute Christmas elf) makes it one of the few fantasy emoji that spikes usage during both Halloween/fantasy-gaming season and Christmas, unlike most others locked to a single holiday.