Or Icelandic? I mean the sterotype of Russians isn't really fair skinned beautful blondes, is it? That's more of an Icelandic thing. Russians are like mad, dark, hairy vodka drinkers. No offence to Russians, here! It's the sterotype!
I don't really see much of a resemblance between Tolkien eleves and Fai to be honest. The elves in his books are mostly arrogant to way too "airy fairy". Fai is much more down to Earth and let's not forget that Tolkien usually makes his elves as perfection, Fai has many flaws. And they usually have long hair...and pointy ears....and are respectful...*listens as Fai screams "Kuro-puu!"*
I love Fai, he's so damn cute. I'm going to start RPing him.