Sunfire elves are connected to the magical energy of the Sun. They possess the ability to forge Sunforged Equipment that include Sunforged Blades and legendary armor. Book One displays individuals shown to wear red and gold clothes and armor. They commonly appear with dark skin and dark hair.

Sunfire elves are the largest group of elves living in Xadia. Some Sunfire elves can enter a "heat-being mode" in which their skin heats up, their body glows, and their speed and strength are increased. An even smaller number of Sunfire elves can enter a "light-being mode" to heal