Ellana nods, because while sad, it's true. Her people are nomads, unwelcome in or near human settlements if they're in large numbers, and rather unwelcome even on their own. She's had no opportunity to research before now, and while she's fine with looking through books in the library, she wants to go out and see elven ruins with her own eyes.

"I am glad to hear it. Would you like to ask me about certain things I might know?"